Barry McCaughley

Barry McCaughley is an established business owner and consultant with over 15 years of executive-level experience in improving new and growing businesses.

He has been engaged as a leader, stakeholder, and Board Director in start-up and growth projects across diverse sectors, bringing valuable commercial acumen, creativity, and a rigorous entrepreneurial approach to the table.

With a background in hospitality and beverage sectors, Barry possesses extensive product and operational knowledge from nearly two decades of working with drinks companies and the on-trade.

His educational background includes studying at Douai School and earning a BA Hons in Philosophy from University College London, U. of London.

Barry McCaughley has a rich history of involvement with various organizations, serving as a Judge in Tequila and Gin categories at the World Drinks Awards and holding roles such as Managing Director, Director, Co-Founder, and Partner in companies like Bru Quebec Way Ltd, Barnal Investments, MORSO London, and Kaiju Drinks.

He has also contributed his expertise as the Head of Spirits at TENGU SAKE LIMITED, Beverage Manager at Moti Mahal Restaurant, and Marketing/Tasting consultant at Gifu Prefecture Sake.

Barry's professional journey includes roles as a Founding Partner, Beverage Director, Sake Masterclass Presenter, Consultant Export Manager, Founder, and Principal Consultant in wine-related ventures like Barry James Wines and Wineaux Ltd.

Additionally, he has experience as a Board Member at PARK WEST APARTMENTS FREEHOLD LIMITED, Director at Civils Select, and has worked in sales with various organizations including Michael Page and TMP Worldwide.