IAM2081 – CEO and Global Innovator Creates a Global Portfolio of Hyper-Authentic Prestige Brands

In this episode, we Adam von Gootkin, a lifelong entrepreneur and a pedigree in the spirits industry date back to his family's distillery in the 1800s.

Adam is a global innovator in the spirits industry, bringing his family's legacy into the next generation by co-founding Onyx Spirits Co., an award-winning craft distillery offering America's first ultra-premium moonshine in New England's first whiskey.

His nationally released book Living Proof: Onyx Moonshine’s Journey to Revive the American Spirit, chronicled his unique approach to traditional business principles.

Adam is committed to bringing ultra-luxury global products born of distinctly authentic brands rooted in the uniqueness of their terroir and providence.

The conversation highlights the importance of having a strong team and prioritizing employees, as they represent the brand and deliver the desired customer experience. He also mentions the need to hire and fire efficiently, especially when the business is evolving.

Website: Highclere Castle Gin
LinkedIn: Adam von Gootkin

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Adam von Gootkin Teaser 00:00

Becoming an entrepreneur. And it really is not for everybody, and it's not a journey that I would recommend for everybody because it can be very, very stressful, and it can be very, very daunting and very, very difficult. But I think daunting and difficult and challenging are the very features that build our character and make us who we are. If you have an easy path through life, you may not be living to your full potential nor be as fascinating as your capacity within you.

Intro 00:27

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Gresham Harkless 00:54

Hello. Hello. Hello. This is Gresh from the I AM CEO Podcast, and I have a very special guest on the show today. I have Adam von Gootkin. Adam, excited to have you on the show.

Adam von Gootkin 01:03

It's great to be here. Thanks for having me.