Distilled Spirits Council of the United States
Chris Swonger, the current President & CEO of both the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States and Responsibility.org, has a wealth of experience in public affairs, government relations, and communications. Prior to their current roles, Chris served as a Senior Vice President at Smiths Group plc and as Vice President at Fortune Brands Home & Security. With a Bachelor of Arts in Communications & Government from Texas Tech University, Swonger also held the position of Senior Vice President at Allied Domecq, focusing on corporate affairs in North America.
Distilled Spirits Council of the United States
The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) is the national trade association representing the leading producers and marketers of distilled spirits in the United States. DISCUS guards the sector against higher taxes and works diligently to reduce trade barriers across the globe, while supporting policies that increase adult market access for spirits products, provide greater convenience and choices for adult consumers, and encourage responsible and moderate consumption. DISCUS is a go-to resource for sector data, changes in public policy, cultural acceptance programs, U.S. spirits exports to foreign markets, and alcohol and science.