Chris R. Swonger
@ChrisRSwonger
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President & CEO of @distilledspirit and @goFAAR
Washington, DC
Joined July 2011
Truly an honor to see what we do at @goFAAR & the partnerships we foster being recognized. It takes us all working together to move forward, & I was really proud to be surrounded by such an impressive group doing great things to keep our roads safe from drunk & impaired drivers.
We are honored to receive the nonprofit award for corporate sponsorship from @WRAP_org . Only by working together can we prevent drunk and impaired driving. We extend congratulations to @WRAP_org other winners today, too.
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#DYK that October is #FireSafetyMonth? Check out our Recommended Fire Code Protection Practices for Distilled Spirit Beverage Facilites Guideđź“•, designed to provide a reasonable degree of protection from fire based on sound engineering principles, test data and field
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Working together, we can all achieve more. https://t.co/gnOl2WAbVu resources are available to reach communities, families, colleagues, and professionals. The progress on our missions to eliminate underage drinking, end drunk and impaired driving, and empower adults to make
responsibility.org
Responsibility.org is a national not-for-profit that leads the fight to eliminate underage drinking, eliminate drunk driving, and empower responsible alcohol choices to those of legal drinking age...
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Responsibility should be at the heart of all of our decisions. Working towards the education and safety of our kids, our roads, and our friends, colleagues and communities is going to ensure that responsibility is top of mind whenever people reach for their beverage of choice.
https://t.co/gnOl2WAbVu has been a leader in empowering responsible alcohol choices since 1991. Now, we’re expanding our circle to bring even more voices to the table. Responsibility starts here, and everyone has a seat. Together, we’re building a stronger, more responsible
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Congrats to our 2026 DISCUS Conference Innovation Showcase finalists, presented by Spearhead Global: @WeAreProof8, @farnorthspirits, Galloway Company, Black Swan Wood Products, Ohio Liquor and Wheyward Spirit. Join us on 11/5 to hear about amazing innovations within our
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NEWS: U.S. spirits exports have declined sharply in the second quarter amid rising trade tensions. Read the full American Spirits Exports 2025 Mid-Year Report: https://t.co/QeNC1OSFZm
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This is encouraging news for Scotch Whisky, for our economy, and for Scotland. Glad to see things may be moving in the right direction - great work from @ScotchWhiskySWA on securing a better deal for this vital industry. https://t.co/t3GZcvUcVh
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We are thrilled to celebrate this year’s graduates, who are energized and ready to bring their newly acquired skills back to their roles and make a meaningful impact. Congratulations to our 43 graduates on earning their well-deserved certifications!
We're excited to announce the graduating classes of DISCUS Academy’s 2025 leadership certificate programs for the Executive Leadership Program, Developing Women and the Developing Leadership Program. With the completion of these programs, our industry now has over 40 newly
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I was thrilled to partake in the ribbon-cutting event for the new Oak Barrel & Vine store in Wheaton, MD, alongside Councilmember @NataliFGonzalez. Congratulations to Kathie Durbin with @ABSMoCo on the great new store!
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Join us March 3-5 for #DISCUSconf2026 in Louisville, KY! Spirits leaders will come together in America's Bourbon Capital to explore key issues, tackle challenges and chart a bold path forward for our industry. Early bird pricing ends on the Nov. 21 - register ASAP
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If you don’t have the Virtual Bar on your phone—get it now! It is a super tool for planning ahead to #drinkresponsibly.
New features, same app. Our updated #VirtualBar app📲 includes: ✔️ Alcohol content per drink ✔️ Estimated BAC impact ✔️ How long it takes to return to 0.00 ✔️ Behavioral effects at different BAC levels ✔️ Expanded drink choices Use it before you head out to understand how
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We’re excited to introduce the judges for the 2026 #DISCUS Conference Innovation Showcase, presented by Spearhead Global. Thank you to Colin Blake @peggynoestevens, Ian Perez @MHW_Ltd, Cristina Costa @inmarmedia and Brian Christensen @ArtisanSpiritM. Tune in Nov 5 at 1pm ET
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We greatly appreciate @POTUS's strong leadership in securing the removal of Türkiye’s 70% retaliatory tariff on U.S. spirits.
A positive development on the tariff front! TĂĽrkiye has removed its retaliatory tariff on U.S. spirits. Read @ChrisRSwonger's full statement: https://t.co/PP2rQC3t4H
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Modeling responsible alcohol consumption promotes safety, trust and thoughtful decision making. Adults set the tone—teens learn by example. Clear boundaries, honest conversations and mindful behavior help prevent harm and build a culture of respect and responsibility.
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Happy #WhiskeyWednesday! Ever wonder what makes Bourbon Bourbon? Check out @Liquor's guide to learn what sets Bourbon apart: https://t.co/pXLTdPoV4H
#BourbonHeritageMonth #WhiskeyWisdom
liquor.com
From bourbon's history and requirements, to terms like bottled-in-bond, single barrel, and more, here's your cheat sheet to America's most famous spirit.
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Have an innovative idea to help our great industry? LAST CALL for applications for the 2026 DISCUS Innovation Showcase, sponsored by Spearhead Global. Learn more: https://t.co/TOtqbJecWd
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Thank you for always drinking responsibly!
89% of adults 21+ report that they know their personal limits when it comes to alcohol. We will continue our mission focus to empower adults to make responsible alcohol choices. #EnjoyResponsibly
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Thank you @eshelouise for highlighting the interconnectedness between our countries and our special spirits. We need #ToastsNotTariffs
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nytimes.com
Whiskey distillers say their industry is so intertwined that U.S. tariffs will hurt producers on both sides of the Atlantic.
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The number of people who die from drunk and impaired driving crashes is too high. This vigil is a reminder of that, and a reminder that our work is critical and must continue.
No one should have to share the road with a driver who is drunk or impaired. Honoring and remembering those who have lost their lives ignites us to keep working for legislative action and social change to ensure that everyone gets to and from their destinations safely.
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Today and everyday, we honor those we lost and those who risked their lives to save them. #NeverForget #September11
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