What Happened?
Bardstown, KY Based Heaven Hill Distilleries Appointed Debbie Morris as Vice President, Human Resources
About the Company
Heaven Hill Brands is America`s largest family-owned and operated distilled spirits producer and marketer. The company, now in its 80th year, has grown beyond its traditional roots as a Bourbon distiller to become the country`s seventh largest distilled spirits producer and marketer with a portfolio of well-known, innovative and relevant products. In addition, Heaven Hill has seen its export business grow significantly with products now shipped to more than 100 countries worldwide. Heaven Hill remains the world`s second largest holder of Bourbon Whiskey and produces some of the most successful distilled spirits brands in the U.S. including Evan Williams Bourbon; Larceny, Elijah Craig and Henry McKenna Bourbons, Burnett`s Vodkas and Gin; Admiral Nelson’s and Blackheart Rums; HPNOTIQ Liqueur; The Christian Brothers Brandies; PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur; Domaine de Canton Ginger Liqueur; Lunazul Tequila; Cinerator Hot Cinnamon Flavored Whiskey and Rittenhouse Rye Whisky.
About the Person
Morris has served in Human Resources with Heaven Hill Brands for 13 years. In her role she is responsible for the company’s personnel, labor relations, training, safety and process improvement efforts. Under her leadership, Heaven Hill has instituted numerous strategic Human Resources initiatives. “Debbie is a strong leader with a great understanding of the workforce dynamics that affect our business, as well as, industry throughout Central Kentucky,” said Allan M. Latts, COO, Heaven Hill Brands. “I know the Commonwealth will benefit from her experience and expertise.” Attached to the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet, the new KWIB will ensure the state’s compliance with the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 (WIOA), the first legislative reform of the public workforce system in more than 15 years. WIOA reauthorizes the Workforce Investment Act of 1998. “The quality of our workforce is the key factor that will dictate Kentucky’s ability to attract the jobs of the future and ensure Kentucky’s prosperity,” said Gov. Beshear. “That’s why I’m directing the new board to initiate and oversee critical strategies that will link workforce policies, education and training programs, and funding with the economic development needs of the Commonwealth and its regions in mind.” An alumnae of Western Kentucky University who also studied at Bellarmine University, Morris is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) from the Human Resources Certification Institute. Founded in 1935, Bardstown, KY-based Heaven Hill Brands (www.heavenhill.com) is the nation’s largest independent, family-owned and operated spirits producer and marketer and the world’s second-largest holder of Kentucky Bourbon. Heaven Hill’s diversified portfolio of brands includes Evan Williams Bourbon; Larceny, Elijah Craig and Henry McKenna Bourbons, Burnett’s Vodkas and Gin; Admiral Nelson’s and Blackheart Rums; HPNOTIQ Liqueur; The Christian Brothers Brandies; PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur; Domaine de Canton Ginger Liqueur; Lunazul Tequila; Cinerator Hot Cinnamon Flavored Whiskey and Rittenhouse Rye Whisky.
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