S&D Podcast Episode 37: Staying Sane and Happy in the Spirits Industry—a Panel Discussion with Maggie Campbell and Jennifer Wren

Get your bugout bag ready! In this special episode, co-hosts Molly Troupe and Sydney Jones reunite to swap advice with American Cane CEO Maggie Campbell and Jennifer Wren, an industry veteran who now specializes in coaching women on professional development.

Molly Troupe , Sydney Jones Jul 22, 2025 - 2 min read

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In this special episode of the podcast, co-hosts Molly Troupe and Sydney Jones reunite for a panel discussion—not on distilling, specifically, but on how to set yourself up for success while maintaining work-life balance in the spirits industry. Joining the hosts are Maggie Campbell, CEO of American Cane, and Jennifer Wren. As chief joy officer of the Wren Way, Wren’s coaches women on how to make joy central to their careers.

Among other topics, they discuss:

  • the “bugout bag” and why you should pack one, today, even if you love your job
  • why it’s important for leaders to maintain positive work environments
  • tips on how to maintain work-life balance
  • the perils of toxic productivity
  • the importance of setting boundaries and taking breaks
  • watching for signs of burnout
  • the value of a network and keeping up with contacts
  • financial planning for career flexibility

And more.


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With a Bachelor degree in Chemistry (with an emphasis in forensics) and a Master degree in Brewing and Distilling from the legendary Heriot Watt University, Molly Troupe uses her education and experience to create products focused on localized ingredients and masterful flavor combinations. As Master Distiller and Partner at Freeland Spirits in Portland, Oregon, she has released six different products ranging from gin to whiskey to canned cocktails.

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