Alycia Rovner

Chief Operating Officer
rovner@shortpathdistillery.com

With 15+ years of senior marketing experience in the food & beverage, media, and entertainment industries, Alycia has a deep understanding of how to connect brands to people. Alycia spent many years on the agency side of sales & marketing, representing a diverse set of well-known brands such as The New York Times, Honda, and DraftKings. She eventually decided to apply her talents towards a brand she was more passionate about, and made the leap to Short Path.

Alycia is an innovative, sharp, resourceful visionary unafraid to take risks and step outside boxes. She’s a go getter who doesn’t stop until an answer is uncovered or a solution is found. Most importantly, her authentic approach to leadership enables her to connect with and understand people with ease.

As our Chief Operating Officer, Alycia leads the charge in designing and implementing business operations.

Fun Fact
When you were 5, what did you want to be when you grew up?
Melissa Etheridge. There’s still time.


Jeff Amellin

Bar Manager & Distiller
amellin@shortpathdistillery.com

What doesn’t Jeff do at Short Path?! As Bar Manager and Distiller, Jeff splits his time between ensuring that the cocktail bar runs smoothly and distilling spirits.

Jeff sports a background in soccer refereeing and retail management. He most recently managed a boutique liquor store which ignited his passion for spirits. With a knack for hospitality and a strong willingness to learn, he’s seamlessly transitioned into key roles at Short Path with ease.

Jeff’s natural ability to connect with all folks and treat them with respect and kindness is what sets him apart as a successful leader. He’s a smart, hardworking team-oriented collaborator who would give you the Short Path shirt off of his back.

Outside of work, Jeff is a Soccer enthusiast, low-abv cocktail connoisseur, and Pokemon superfan. He even has a Pikachu buckled into the backseat of his car at this very moment.

Fun Fact
What’s your favorite Short Path spirit?
Autumn Gin! It makes my absolute favorite seasonal Negroni.


Meghan Kennedy

Sales Manager
kennedy@shortpathdistillery.com

With a strong background in beverage merchandising and sales, Meghan leads the charge in managing our distribution sales.

Meghan started her career as a merchandiser for Horizon Beverage where she learned all about building brands through shelf placements, tastings, and other marketing tactics. She worked her way up to sales rep for various brewing and beverage companies, and most recently was a key account manager for Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers. With a passion for spirits and a strong results-driven viewpoint, Meghan became our Sales Manager in early 2023.

Meghan is the face behind the brand – visiting accounts, planning events, and always going the extra mile to build and maintain essential relationships with our wholesale partners.

When she’s not driving all around the state talking up Short Path, you can find Meghan playing ice hockey with friends or spending time in Vermont with friends and family.

Fun Fact
I was a volunteer firefighter in college!


Baily Zuniga

Production Assistant
zuniga@shortpathdistillery.com

Baily carries 10+ years of hospitality experience, including management positions for local powerhouses Clover Food Lab and Pavement Coffeehouse. 

Baily is a true craftsperson. Armed with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from MIT, she’s a conceptual thinker who excels at making things. Whether it’s crafting coffee, cocktails, or gin, she brings bright ideas that make for smoother processes and ultimately, better products. 

As Production Assistant for Short Path, Baily supports all manufacturing components, from mashing and distilling to proofing, bottling, and labeling. 

As a 10-year competitive gymnast, she likes to spend her free time hiking or rock climbing at Metrorock Everett. If she’s not sipping on Winter Gin, you’ll find her rocking a Yerba Mate Lemon Elation.

Fun Fact
You have to sing karaoke, what song are you choosing?
The Killers “Mr. Brightside”