The OurWhisky Foundation has launched the OurWhisky Foundation Community, a digital platform and app designed to connect whisky industry professionals around the world.
The OurWhisky Foundation Community has been created to connect professionals from all areas of the whisky industry, with a specific focus on empowering, recognizing and supporting women working in the category.
Through 1-2-1 messaging, courses, exclusive content and events, open chat functions and curated discussion boards, the platform offers members a wealth of opportunities to engage with peers and learn from them too. All facets of the Community have been created to foster collaboration, furthering and bettering our members’ professional (and personal) lives, contributing to a more connected global whisky industry.
The OurWhisky Foundation Community has many benefits for its members. These include opportunities to:
● Connect with like-minded individuals passionate about whisky for mutually enriching learning experiences.
● Gain personalised insights and guidance from industry experts, enhancing your
understanding of the whisky world.
● Discover new career opportunities through our jobs board.
● Gain access to exclusive virtual events and meetups, plus discounts on live regional events.
● Build a supportive network of peers all eager to share knowledge and grow in the spirits industry.
● Contribute to a more inclusive whisky industry through member discussions. OurWhisky Foundation Founder, Becky Paskin, said of the launch: “The OurWhisky Foundation Community has been a long-term ambition of ours, so we’re proud to finally reveal our new, smart and intuitive platform. Great things happen when people unite in pursuit of common goals, so we’re excited to see how whisky professionals use the Community to collaborate, create and connect across the world, contributing to a more inclusive, welcoming and thriving industry.”
Executive Director, Marissa Johnston said: “I am thrilled to announce the launch of the OurWhisky Foundation Community, a pioneering platform designed to connect whisky professionals while championing our mission to recognise, support and empower women working in whisky around the world. By fostering greater collaboration within the global whisky community, we aim to address the unique challenges women face, helping them thrive in their careers. I invite everyone to join us on this exciting journey as we enhance our collective impact and celebrate diversity in the world of whisky.”
Gillian Macdonald, master blender & head of whisky creation at The Glenmorangie Company, and member of the Community said: “Having the OurWhisky Foundation Community available within the whisky industry is such a great resource for connecting with people, finding out direct and true information as well as job opportunities. It is a community of knowledgeable folk where everyone can benefit from being an active member.”
The OurWhisky Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting, recognizing and empowering professional women in whisky across the globe, while
advocating for a more inclusive and diverse industry. Founded in 2022 by drinks journalist Becky Paskin, the UK-based organisation works with the global drinks industry to provide diversity and inclusion consultancy, as well as surveys, reports, events and initiatives that inspire change.