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At the forefront of the company, we have the founders: Tom Jago, The Last Drop president, is a true innovator and has over 60 years’ worth of industry knowledge. From his early studies at Oxford to his service in the Royal Navy, he has crafted brilliant products including famed Baily’s Irish Cream. Just as impressive and serving as The Last Drop chairman, James Espey brings 50 years of spirits experience with a soft spot for whiskies. Having contributed to the design and development of some of the world’s greatest Whisky Tour brands, it’s no surprise that he was appointed to the Order of the British Empire for these achievements. Spending a life in the drinks trade in South Africa, Peter Fleck saw an opportunity to grow his portfolio, which includes Smirnoff Vodka, Chivas Regal, and J&B Rare Scotch. Having already partnered with Tom and James to create Malibu, he knew this business would take off and was happy to become company Director.
On the digital and relations side of things, Rebecca Jago, daughter of Tom, and Beanie Espey, daughter of James, let their skills shine. After running her own design business for 25 years, Rebecca joined The Last Drop at its inception as the Creative & Operations Director. When she’s not wowing the crowd with her campaigns, she’s joining the likes of her father in hunting down usable spirits. Her impressive palate is noted with her discovery of the Glen Garioch 1967. Working right alongside Rebecca, Beanie implements 12 years’ worth of marketing, sales, and knowledge within the wine and spirits trade. Though she joined later in the game in 2014, Beanie continues to improve the brand’s outreach.