Head of Trade Policy

About

The Globetrotter – The one who connects the dots for the global wine and spirit sector.

If he were a drink, what would he be?

A Cuba Libre! Bold, adventurous, and infused with a zest for life—this classic cocktail mirrors his global outlook and knack for blending the right elements for success.

Point of contact for international trade strategy and policy.

WSTA members can tap into Franco’s knowledge of trade policy, customs processes, trade promotion and how to engage with public institutions on these matters across London, Geneva, Brussels and Washington DC.

Franco works in the Policy Team, representing WSTA member’s interests by reducing costs and other barriers that UK wine and spirit operators face, both domestic and international.

Franco leads the WSTA’s:

  • Spirits Committee
  • Customs Logistics and Movement (CLAM) Working Group
  • International Trade and Export Working Group

If you aren’t on one of these and should be, sign up now!

Think of him as your Franco Polo! With his intrepid spirit and language skills he is at your service to help connect wine and spirit traders across the globe.

More from the WSTA

The WSTA represents over 300 companies producing, importing, exporting, transporting and selling wines and spirits in the UK. 
 
WSTA members range from major retailers, brand owners and wholesalers to fine wine and spirit specialists, logistics and bottling companies, and low and no alcohol producers.