Sam Christey

Sam Christey

Owner, Global Investment Director of Moreland Clarke

Sam Christey is a shareholder and Global Investment Director of Moreland Clarke, a multi-generational family office representing members of the Bacardi family and focused on building, acquiring, and scaling businesses through long-term value creation, strategic acquisitions, and active capital stewardship across global markets.

Through Moreland Clarke, Sam has been involved in raising significant capital to support a growing portfolio of alcohol distillery assets and strategic acquisitions, including legacy brands and assets originating from leading global spirits companies such as Bacardi and Diageo. He also works closely with international partners to develop distribution, growth, and market expansion strategies across North America, India, Europe, and Asia.

With nearly two decades of experience as a founder, investor, and advisor, Sam has built, invested in, and advised emerging businesses across consumer products, technology, healthcare, impact ventures, and international growth opportunities. His expertise spans private investments, fundraising, governance, strategic partnerships, and scaling businesses across multiple sectors and geographies.

The Bacardi family are one of the world's most prominent entrepreneurial dynasties and owners of Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held international spirits company in the world. Founded in 1862, the Bacardi family has built a multibillion-dollar global enterprise operating in more than 170 markets, with an iconic portfolio of brands including Bacardi, Grey Goose, Patrón, Dewar's, Bombay Sapphire, Martini, and Angel's Envy.

Combining the perspective of a multi-generational family business legacy with hands-on experience as an investor, entrepreneur, and family office executive, Sam brings a unique viewpoint on family capital stewardship, strategic acquisitions, global partnerships, and building enduring businesses across generations.