Andrea Myers is a graduate of Syracuse University and has spent over 15 years in the Napa wine industry, exclusively focused on luxury winery DTC sales and marketing. Currently she oversees all aspects of Marketing and DTC sales and operations at Round Pond Estate. She’s previously held roles at Boisset Collection, overseeing DTC sales for…

Dave Moore is the General Manager at Schug Winery in Sonoma, California. With over two decades of wine industry expertise spanning all three tiers of the distribution system, Dave brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his leadership role at the winery. Throughout his career, Dave has held strategic positions at major distributors including…

As the President and CEO of J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, Steve Lohr combines a big picture view of the wine industry with a hands-on work ethic. Steve is responsible for the overall management and strategic planning of J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, with a particular focus on sales and finance. In 1972, at the…

Andrew Kamphuis is the Founder and President of Commerce7, the leading direct-to-consumer commerce platform built for the wine industry. With over a decade of experience in the DTC wine space, Andrew has been instrumental in modernizing how wineries use data and digital tools, building a platform that enables them to better connect with today’s consumer.…

Cyrus Hazzard joined Crocker & Starr Winery in April 2021 as Executive Vice President.  Originally from the Bay Area, Cyrus grew up in Humboldt County and started his career with Safeway.  He later moved on to Dean & Deluca in Napa Valley, where his deep love with the valley and wine took root. As the…

Carl Giavanti is a winery publicist in his 16th year of consulting. Carl has been in business marketing and public relations for over 30 years; his background in tech, marketing and project management informs his role as a publicist and wine writer. Clients are or have been in Willamette Valley, Napa Valley, and Columbia Valley https://carlgiavanticonsulting.com/.  He…

With nearly two decades in the international wine industry, Barbara is a dynamic and results-driven marketing and business development expert. Her career has spanned roles from entry-level to senior executive, consistently driving revenue growth and elevating brand recognition for the wineries she serves. Known for her keen analytical skills, creative storytelling, and strategic approach, she…

As Vice President of International Marketing for California Wines, Honore draws on her more than 20+ years of experience in international wine marketing, brand strategy, and association management to build the global brand for California wines and promote export sales. Prior to joining Wine Institute, Honore held several senior leadership positions in the wine sector…

Brianne Cohen, certified sommelier, is the principal in a lifestyle brand and business based out of Los Angeles, offering her services as a wine educator, wine writer, and event producer. Since COVID hit, Brianne has educated and entertained over 6,000 people through her “Virtual Vino” online wine classes, both public and private. Brianne regularly judges…