Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Publishes 2025 Corporate Social Responsibility Report Highlighting Positive Impact
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (Southern Glazer’s), the world’s leading distributor of beverage alcohol, has released its 2025 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, offering a comprehensive look at the Company’s progress, priorities, and impact across its operations and the communities it serves. The report, titled “Unleashing the Good,” is now available on SouthernGlazers.com and underscores the Company’s continued commitment to responsible business practices, sustainability, community engagement, and ethical leadership.
As a cornerstone of Southern Glazer’s annual reporting, the 2025 CSR Report provides transparency into how the Company integrates social responsibility into every aspect of its business—from environmental stewardship and workplace safety to fostering a culture of belonging and upholding the highest standards of compliance and ethics. Through detailed metrics, case studies, and employee-driven initiatives, the report illustrates how Southern Glazer’s translates its values into tangible outcomes.
“At Southern Glazer’s, we know that ‘doing good’ isn’t just something we talk about—it’s something we live every day,” said Wayne E. Chaplin, President and Chief Executive Officer of Southern Glazer’s. “It’s reflected in how we serve our customers and suppliers, support one another, care for our planet, and give back to the communities we call home. Guided by our HEART Values—Honesty, Excellence, Agility, Respect, and Teamwork—we are proud to continue Unleashing the Good in everything we do.”
Driving Community Impact Through Purposeful Action
A central focus of the 2025 CSR Report is Southern Glazer’s deep-rooted commitment to community impact. With operations spanning the United States, Canada, and beyond, the Company recognizes its responsibility to be a positive force in the regions where its team members live and work. This commitment is brought to life through charitable giving, strategic partnerships, and hands-on volunteerism.
One of the most prominent expressions of this commitment is VolunCheers, Southern Glazer’s employee volunteering and giving program. The initiative empowers team members to support causes they are passionate about while strengthening connections within their communities.
In 2025, Southern Glazer’s employees logged an impressive 10,358 volunteer hours, led 458 volunteer events, and supported 228 unique charitable organizations across all markets. These efforts spanned a wide range of causes, including hunger relief, education, disaster recovery, environmental conservation, and social equity.
By encouraging employee-led initiatives and providing the resources needed to make an impact, VolunCheers exemplifies how Southern Glazer’s embeds responsibility into its workplace culture. The program not only benefits communities but also strengthens employee engagement and reinforces a shared sense of purpose.
Environmental Sustainability and Operational Responsibility
Environmental sustainability remains a key pillar of Southern Glazer’s CSR strategy. As a large-scale distributor with a complex logistics network, the Company continues to invest in initiatives designed to reduce its environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency.
The 2025 CSR Report outlines progress across several sustainability priorities, including energy efficiency, emissions reduction, waste diversion, and responsible resource use. From optimizing distribution routes and modernizing fleet operations to implementing energy-saving technologies in facilities, Southern Glazer’s is working to align its growth with environmental stewardship.
The Company’s approach to sustainability is rooted in continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. By tracking performance and setting measurable goals, Southern Glazer’s aims to make meaningful progress while supporting the long-term health of the communities and ecosystems it depends on.
A Culture of Belonging and Safety
Southern Glazer’s places people at the center of its business, and the 2025 CSR Report highlights the Company’s ongoing efforts to foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace. Creating a culture of belonging—where team members feel respected, valued, and empowered—is a foundational element of the Company’s success.
The report details initiatives designed to support employee well-being, professional development, and workplace safety. Through training programs, leadership development, and engagement initiatives, Southern Glazer’s seeks to ensure that team members at all levels have the tools and opportunities to thrive.
Safety is another critical focus area, particularly in an industry that relies on logistics, warehousing, and transportation. Southern Glazer’s continues to invest in safety training, technology, and protocols aimed at protecting employees, customers, and partners. These efforts reflect the Company’s belief that a strong safety culture is essential to both operational excellence and employee trust.
Excellence in Compliance and Ethics
Operating in a highly regulated industry, Southern Glazer’s emphasizes integrity, accountability, and compliance as core business imperatives. The 2025 CSR Report outlines the Company’s robust compliance and ethics framework, which is designed to uphold legal requirements while reinforcing ethical decision-making across the organization.
This framework includes comprehensive training, internal controls, and reporting mechanisms that support transparency and accountability. By embedding compliance into everyday operations and leadership expectations, Southern Glazer’s reinforces its commitment to responsible business conduct and long-term value creation.
“Responsibility is a shared mindset at our Company that guides how we operate, innovate, and lead,” said Lee Schrager, Chief Communications Officer and Senior Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility at Southern Glazer’s. “This report demonstrates how meaningful impact is achieved through teamwork and collaboration—and how we’re turning our commitments into action and positive results.”
Turning Values Into Lasting Impact
The theme “Unleashing the Good” reflects Southern Glazer’s belief that meaningful change happens when values are put into action. Anchored by its HEART Values, the Company’s CSR strategy connects purpose with performance, ensuring that social responsibility is not separate from business success but integral to it.
By investing in communities, prioritizing sustainability, supporting its workforce, and upholding the highest standards of ethics, Southern Glazer’s continues to strengthen its role as a responsible leader in the beverage alcohol industry. The 2025 CSR Report not only highlights what the Company has achieved but also serves as a roadmap for continued progress in the years ahead.
As Southern Glazer’s looks to the future, the Company remains committed to evolving its CSR efforts in response to emerging challenges and opportunities. Through collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to doing what’s right, Southern Glazer’s aims to continue Unleashing the Good—creating positive impact for its people, partners, communities, and the planet.
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