Gortinore Distillers & Co.
David Balfour started their career in 2008 as a Project Manager for the Garda Youth Diversion Scheme at Tallaght Youth Services. David managed and coordinated a project that provided at-risk youths with opportunities for productive and enjoyable activities within a secure environment.
In 2009, David joined Aldi Ireland as an Area Manager, responsible for four multi-million euro turnover supermarkets in the Leinster area. David focused on maximizing sales, customer growth, and average spend, while also minimizing costs and maximizing productivity.
In 2017, David moved up to the role of Buying Director at Aldi Ireland, where they were responsible for multiple commodity groups including chilled and ambient portfolios. David oversaw the procurement of liquid milk, butter, spreads, fats, biscuits, cereals, coffee, tea, and hot beverages.
Most recently, David joined Gortinore Distillers & Co. in 2022 as the Chief Operations Officer. Further details about their roles and responsibilities in this position are not provided.
David Balfour completed a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Economics and Sociology from the University of Limerick from 2004 to 2008. David also participated in the Erasmus program at Københavns Universitet in 2005-2006, studying Political Science. Currently, they are pursuing a Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management from CIPS - The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, which they expect to complete in 2023.
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Gortinore Distillers & Co.
Whiskey will always be an Irish drink. Centuries ago the Irish brought it to America and the Americans fell in love with it. They drew inspiration from it. But what if there was still inspiration to be found, and adventure to be had…? With Natterjack, we set out on that adventure. An adventure to see what more fun could be had if we preserved the integrity of the basics but played with the rule book of Irish whiskey. Our whiskey is an affectionate tribute to the Natterjack toad because just like the Natterjack, our whiskey has chosen a different path. The Natterjack is the only toad native to Ireland. While all around it are hopping, it walks. It chooses its own course. Thanks to an adventurous spirit and ability to roam, it shows up in the most unlikely of places, not unlike the Irish. Like the Natterjack, our story is also one of endless adventure, doing things differently and living deliberately. It’s time for Irish Whiskey to choose a different path.