[Buffalo, New York] – [July 1, 2025] – Three Chord Bourbon, the acclaimed whiskey brand renowned for award-winning blends, innovative cask finishes, and philanthropic work in the music community, today announced the appointment of Michael Nanula as its new Chief Executive Officer. In this role, Nanula will oversee all aspects of the business, including capital raising and the activities of his four departmental directors. Before this appointment, he served as Chief Commercial Officer, overseeing the company’s commercial activities to drive business growth and profitability.
This decision, made by his predecessor, Paul Nanula, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee and Chairman of the Three Chord board, Neil Giraldo, and the rest of the Three Chord Board of Directors, comes after careful consideration and a thorough review of Michael Nanula’s performance since the company’s inception.
“Michael, who is like a son to me and truly part of my family, possesses exceptional drive, ambition, creativity, and determination to succeed,” said Giraldo. I’m absolutely thrilled that he has taken on this position.”
“Michael has been key to our success,” said Paul Nanula. “His strategic thinking and commitment to excellence make him the ideal choice to guide Three Chord Bourbon through its next growth phase.”
“Being on this journey with this incredible team has been nothing short of amazing,” said Michael Nanula. “We have so many exciting things in the works and have nothing but optimism for the future as we move into the next phase.”
About Three Chord Bourbon
Founded by musician and producer Neil Giraldo, Three Chord Bourbon is dedicated to creating premium bourbon that harmonizes exceptional craftsmanship with a passion for music. Each bottle represents a unique blend, carefully curated and finished to deliver a rich and memorable experience.
