Jan Kotowski-Chang is the Chief Operating Officer of Archer Roose Wines, where they oversee operations, strategic partnerships, and product innovation for one of the fastest-growing premium canned wine brands in the industry. With a background spanning retail operations, sales leadership, and executive management, Jan brings a deep understanding of how modern beverage brands can collaborate with retailers to influence purchasing behavior, strengthen category performance, and drive scalable, profitable growth.

At Archer Roose, Jan has played a central role in elevating the canned wine category through sustainability initiatives, packaging advancements, and differentiated go-to-market strategy. Their work includes co-funding groundbreaking research with Cornell University on packaging integrity and product quality—research that is now informing new standards for innovative wine formats entering retail environments. Jan’s leadership blends operational rigor with a forward-thinking perspective on consumer trends, brand development, and the evolving intersection of beverage innovation and retail experience.

This unique combination of operational expertise and market insight positions Jan perfectly for today’s retail landscape, where chains are seeking supplier-driven innovation to attract new shoppers and boost repeat foot traffic. Their strategic approach has enabled Archer Roose to build successful retailer collaborations—from exclusive product launches to in-store programming and hospitality partnerships—demonstrating how suppliers can create value far beyond the product itself.

As a panelist on Product Innovation: How Suppliers Are Helping Retail Chains Drive Foot Traffic, Jan will share practical frameworks and real-world examples of how beverage suppliers can partner with retailers on creative activations, loyalty ecosystem integrations, and data-led campaigns that enhance shopper engagement and deliver measurable results.