Emily Zaborowski is a retail and sales professional leading brand growth in the spirits industry as Director of Brand Experience for Grain & Barrel Spirits. She specializes in creating immersive brand homes and tasting rooms, recently spearheading the expansion of Chicken Cock Whiskey with a new location in Louisville.
As a member of the Bourbon Women Association, Emily is deeply engaged in the professional bourbon community. She is a personable, goal-driven individual with a clear passion for the heritage and culture of the spirits industry, closely following major companies like Diageo and GALLO.
Emily was instrumental in making Chicken Cock one of the few craft whiskey brands to establish two distinct tasting room experiences in Kentucky.
Emily Zaborowski
Director of Brand Experience at Grain & Barrel Spirits
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
Immersive Brand Experiences
Her career focus involves managing and launching visitor centers and brand homes, such as the new Chicken Cock Whiskey tasting room in Louisville.
Chicken Cock Expansion
She is publicly quoted as leading the brand's "bold expansion" and the opening of its second tasting room, deepening its roots in Bourbon Country.
Louisville Bourbon Scene
She is excited about returning to and establishing a brand presence in Louisville, which she has called the "cultural heart of Bourbon Country. "
Media Appearances
Emily has no verified media appearances
Work History
7-2025
Director of Brand Experience at Grain & Barrel Spirits
1-2024
General Manager at Grain & Barrel Spirits
8-2022 - 8-2023
Visitor Center Manager at Log Still Distillery
6-2008 - 7-2023
Manager at Westport Whiskey And Wine
Education
Emily has no verified education history
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Location : Louisville, Kentucky, United States
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Director of Brand Experience at Grain & Barrel Spirits
