James Sebesta

James Sebesta currently serves as the Co-Lead of Community Engagement for Constellation Brands, contributing significantly to diversity and inclusion initiatives, including the first sponsorship of an LGBTQ+ organization by High West Distillery. With experience as a Distiller and Chairman of the Safety Committee at High West Distillery, James has overseen distillation processes and revitalized safety initiatives, achieving a record of over 600 days without a reportable incident. Prior to this, James managed Brew Cheese and holds a General Certificate in Distilling from the Institute of Brewing and Distilling, alongside certifications in viticulture and hospitality. James earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from Manhattan University.