Scotch Whisky Association appoints new boss from BIS
The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) announced that Department of Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) director David Frost will take over as its new chief executive on January 2 2014.
Frost will replace current SWA boss Gavin Hewitt when he steps down after 10 years at the helm at the end of the year.
Hewitt said Frost’s credentials would serve him well for the role.
Frost, who is currently the director for Europe, Trade and International Affairs at BIS, said he was excited by the prospect of leading the trade body.
“My career to date working in economic, trade, and EU affairs in the UK and overseas has given me a wealth of experience of global commercial issues which will stand me in good stead in my new role in the Scotch Whisky industry.”