Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) chief Dr. Peter H. Cressy has decided to step down from his role at the end of 2015. DISCUS vice chairman and Moet Hennessy USA chief Jim Clerkin has formed a search committee to find Peter's replacement. Peter will stay on "as long as necessary" to ensure a smooth transition with the new ceo, according to a release from DISCUS.