ABOUT US



At WES, we’re passionate about crafting high-quality spirits and empowering our team through employee ownership. By working together, we can create something truly special in the liquor industry. We prioritize collaboration, creativity, and innovation, allowing our team members to build compelling brands that leave a lasting impression with consumers.
Executive Team

Shawn Thurman
CEO

Sean Penn
President & COO

Kyle Stein
PRESIDENT

Chris Jebbia
SVP Finance

Lauren Ryan-Kiyak
SVP marketing

Chris Seithel
SVP, Sales

Russel Louis
SVP Operations
Board Members

Marshall Watson

David Edwab

Shelly Stein

James Bareuther

Rudy Costello

Chester Brandes

Brandon Weaver
Press
Mark Wahlberg returns to boston to meet with fans, promote tequila
Boston.com
Mark Wahlberg serves Tequila to Fans During Dallas Tour
The Drinks Business
Let's Take A Deep Dive Into BSB, The Mega-Hit Bourbon
FORBES
Jamie Foxx On Investing in BSB Brown Sugar Bourbon
Fortune
Mark Wahlberg signing bottles of tequila brand at Louisville liquor store;
WHAS
Aron Marquez On The Secrets To Success In Ultra
FORBES
Big shots: Abraham Ancer and Mark Wahlberg teamed up in the tequila business — and are having a blast
Golf.com
Jamie Foxx Bought A Bourbon Brand. Here's Why
Inside Hook
Jamie Foxx Announces New Ownership of Brown Sugar Bourbon