Wed, Jul 15
|Tender Mercy
Fireside with Pete Heintzman
From launching a rum brand to helping build one of America's most awarded distilleries, Paul Heintzman has experienced nearly every side of the spirits business. Join us as we explore entrepreneurship, branding, whiskey, and the lessons learned from building businesses one bottle at a time.
Time & Location
Jul 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Tender Mercy, 607 E 3rd St Lower Level, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
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Event Details
Paul Heintzman is the Sales Director at High Bank Distillery in Columbus, Ohio, where he leads the growth of one of America's most decorated craft distilleries. Before joining High Bank, Paul founded an American rum brand that expanded into 15 states and sold more than 15,000 cases before transitioning the business to a national brokerage. Today, he is helping bring High Bank's award-winning spirits to a broader audience while remaining passionate about entrepreneurship, brand building, and the future of American whiskey.
We're likely going to discuss topics such as:
Building a premium spirits brand from the ground up
The evolution and future of Ohio's craft distilling industry
Sales, distribution, and navigating growth in the beverage industry
What separates award-winning distilleries from the rest
Lessons learned from entrepreneurship, leadership, and resilience
Trends shaping the future of bourbon and American whiskey
Audience Q&A and stories from behind the scenes at High Bank Distillery
Whether you're an entrepreneur, business leader, bourbon enthusiast, or simply curious about the people behind one of Ohio's most respected distilleries, this conversation promises to deliver valuable insights, engaging stories, and a deeper appreciation for the craft of building both great businesses and great whiskey.
Tickets
General Admission
$25.00
+$0.63 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00