New European Commercial Director for Biggar and Leith
International spirits creator, importer and distributor, Biggar and Leith, has appointed Tim Dunlop to the newly-created role of European Commercial Director.
In his position, Dunlop will lead the sales teams in multiple territories, including the on- and off-trade, independent and specialist retail, e-commerce, and online. Working alongside Export Director, Daniel Bras, he will lead distributors in priority markets with a focus on expanding the global footprint of Shanky’s Whip whiskey liqueur, Butterfly Cannon tequila, Hotel Starlino Italian aperitivo liqueurs, and Stambecco amaro. Dunlop will also drive strategic marketing, digital and PR activity in the UK and Europe for the portfolio.
Dunlop brings experience spanning over 12 years to Biggar and Leith having previously held senior roles at Hammonds of Knutsford, where he was brand director across leading spirits brands, distilleries and RTDs, and Mangrove as head of e-commerce and premium retail.
His appointment will allow Biggar and Leith to strengthen its position in the marketplace, drive the business forward, and build on industry relationships to grow the firm’s brand portfolio in key markets across the retail and hospitality sectors.
Dunlop reports in to Elwyn Gladstone, founder and owner of Biggar and Leith.
Headquartered in New York and founded in 2015, Biggar and Leith creates, owns and imports an eclectic portfolio of family-owned contemporary spirits, liqueurs, garnishes and fancy goods from family-owned producers who are dedicated to quality, innovation and craftsmanship. Brands include Shanky’s Whip whiskey liqueur, Butterfly Cannon tequila, Hotel Starlino Italian aperitivo liqueurs, Stambecco amaro, Gladstone Axe malt scotch, Spytail rum, and Casa Firelli Italian hot sauces.
