Roland Wig

Owner of Lionspirit Winery & Distillery

Kato Platres, Limassol, Cyprus

About

Owner and investor, driven by a commitment to quality and a pioneering spirit, deeply inspired by Cyprus’s rich winemaking heritage and tradition. I envision our endeavors strengthening the evolution of the Cypriot beverage industry, expanding beyond traditional wine production, to embrace new innovations that meet emerging tastes and inspire future generations.

Experience

  • Lionspirit Winery & Distillery Owner at Lionspirit W & D
    Jan 2003 - Present · 23 yrs 7 mos

    Culminating integration, year 2000 marked a period of significant change Lambouri winery, as it embraced modernization with the introduction of new vinification technologies and sustainable practices. These changes were pivotal in improving the quality of its products and expanding its market reach while honoring its rich heritage by adhering to time-honored winemaking practices while gradually integrating innovations that enhanced both the quality and diversity of its offerings.

  • Founder / CEO at Greenock Ventues CY Ltd
    Dec 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

  • Director at Lambouri Winery Ltd
    2003 - Present · 23 yrs 7 mos

    New business development • Increase turnover 10-fold from 2016-2023 • New product developments, Craft distillations (First Cyprus Products, i.e. Gin, Whisky etc)

  • Director – EU and Med Countries at ANRUSSTRANS HOLDING
    2003 - 2016 · 13 yrs

    New business development for Mediterranean, Black Sea and Baltic Sea • Arranged and lead investment negotiations • New vessel purchase negotiations • Used vessel inspections and purchase negotiations • Project development in mining and financing

  • Structured Finance Manager, Stan desk at Glencore UK
    2003 - 2003 · Less than a year

    Evaluated legal framework for exclusive commodity rights. Created structured finance products and contracts to facilitate long-term purchase and sale agreement for commodities in “Stan countries”