Spirits veteran McDonnell joins Ghost Tequila.

Boston-based Ghost Tequila has announced the appointment of John McDonnell as Executive Chairman of the Board.

McDonnell was formerly Managing Director, International at Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Over his 12-year tenure at the company he led the expansion of the brand from a handful of North American markets to nearly 150 countries and islands worldwide, and secured distribution in more than 700 duty free outlets across the globe.

Before joining Tito’s, McDonnell was President, International and Chief Operating Officer at Patrón Tequila, and prior to that, he spent 20 years in global leadership positions at Seagram’s.

Ghost Tequila is a 100% Weber Blue Agave tequila infused with a pinch of ghost pepper, and is currently distributed across all 50 US states and selected international markets across the Caribbean, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

In his new board role, McDonnell is charged with accelerating growth initiatives and strengthening relationships with the brand’s partners, distributors, and investors.

“Ghost Tequila is one of the few brands in the spirits industry that genuinely has all the elements for success – an innovative product with standout packaging, national distribution backed by a strong team, and, above all, a bold and distinctively spicy flavour profile,” noted McDonnell.

“I’m honoured and excited to step into this new role and to help shape the next chapter of growth for this truly unique brand.”

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