New president and COO for Don Sebastiani & Sons

Don Sebastiani & Sons has announced the appointment of Mike Holden as President and Chief Operating Officer.
In the course of a drinks industry career spanning nearly a quarter-century, Holden has extensive experience in sales, marketing, strategic planning, business development and operations, including stints with Diageo (IDV) in the UK at Allied Domecq/Jim Beam Company. Most recently, he was chief operating officer at Francis Ford Coppola.
At Don Sebastiani & Sons, Holden will oversee a family business known for its broad portfolio of wine brands including Smoking Loon, Pepperwood Grove and Mia’s Playground. For more information on the wine company, please visit www.donandsons.com.