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818 Tequila's 3 Pillars of Brand Building— Expert Talks

Season 6 Episode 13

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How did 818 Tequila rise above being "just another celebrity spirit brand'? Beyond Kendall Jenner's star power, the brand's success stems from deep industry expertise. In this episode, David Yan Gonzalez, Director of Tequila Operations at 818, shares his proven framework for building premium spirits brands. 

Drawing from decades of experience crafting successful tequila brands, Gonzalez unveils his three-pillar approach to authentic brand building. Find out his critical tangible elements required before launching—from liquid development to market positioning—plus the overlooked intangible factors that separate million-dollar spirits brands from failures.

Featured Guests:
David Yan Gonzalez, Director, Tequila Operations, 818 Tequila / Calabasas Beverage Company

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