One part performer, one part philosopher, and a healthy splash of cocktail historian, Jackson has single-handedly elevated the craft of bartending in Boston. As opening Bar Manager at Eastern Standard in 2005, Jackson quickly cemented the neighborhood brasserie’s reputation as one of the country’s best bars. The iconic, expansive program offering more than 60 classic and new creations secured national attention and earned Cannon “Bartender of the Year” award from Nightclub & Bar magazine in 2011. Currently spearheading the revitalization of Eastern Standard in a new location with All That Fish & Oyster and Equal Measure cocktail bar all opening in late summer 2023.

Willy Shine, an industry icon with over 30 years of experience, is renowned for his passion, expertise, and unwavering dedication to spirits, hospitality, bartending, and paying it forward. He began his illustrious career in Boston, quickly establishing himself as a skilled bartender. His insatiable thirst for knowledge led him to travel the world, experiencing different cultures' unique food and drink offerings and becoming one of the most trusted and respected industry leaders. As Brand Meister for Mast-Jägermeister US and Teremana Tequila, he leads the development of the unmatched bartender mentorship, education, and advocacy initiatives that captivate industry audiences nationwide.