Yealands Wine Group
Liam Kelly has extensive experience in the beverage and food industries, currently serving as Interim CEO and General Manager - Sales at Yealands Wine Group since February 2020. Previously, Liam held various leadership roles at DB Breweries as Head of Hospitality and at Diageo, where positions included Customer Team Director - Greater China and Head of Sales - Global Travel APAC. Earlier in the career, Liam worked at Kellogg Company as National Channel Manager and at Campbell Arnotts in multiple roles, including National Account Manager and Promotions Manager for Woolworths. Liam's career began at Frucor Beverages as Territory Manager. A Bachelor's degree in Business/Commerce was obtained from the University of Canterbury.
Yealands Wine Group
Since launching in 2008 the Yealands Wine Group (YWG) has established itself as one of New Zealand's pre-eminent wine exporters. The company has been recognised globally for its sustainable practices, (Green Company GC-Mark certified, International Green Awards, Drinks Business Green Awards), the quality of its wines, (NZ Wine Producer of the Year, International Wine & Spirit Competition 2014) and its business model processes (American Chamber of Commerce - Exporter of the Year). Whilst much has been achieved in a short space of time, the group's ambitious approach - best encapsulated by their philosophy 'Think boldly, tread lightly and never say it can't be done', targets strong sustained growth and development of a truly global business. SUPPLY - 85% Sauvignon Blanc. Other varietals: Pinot Gris, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Gruner Veltliner, Viognier, Chardonnay, Albarino, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Syrah, Tempranillo, Cabernet Franc, Port - Over 100 Parcels of Sauvignon Blanc vinified separately - Regional Blends through to sub regions, single vineyard and single blocks