CONSTELLATION GAINS EX-GALLO STRATEGIST

The wine division of Constellation Brands, Constellation Wines U.S., hired Dale Stratton, formerly a top strategy officer from competitor E&J Gallo, to serve as vp of strategic insights. He will represent Constellation’s portfolio of wine brands to major national on- and off-trade accounts.

Dale formerly worked as a “deployment champion” for Gallo’s Six Sigma continuous improvement program, and was accountable for strategic direction, training and development.