Trade Seminar: “Insider's Perspective on Today's Wine Industry”
May 17, 2025
We hosted a dynamic town hall-style dialogue focused on the future of the wine business, tailored for trade and industry professionals.
Guests explored insightful perspectives on the current state of the wine industry and innovative strategies for advancement, all while enjoying a thoughtfully curated selection of wines. The event began with bubbles from Marine Layer Wines and Valkyrie Selections, accompanied by brunchy bites and coffee from Little Saint Healdsburg.
Moderators:
Hunter Lewis | Editor in Chief, FOOD & WINE Magazine
Baron Ziegler | CEO, Marine Layer Wines and Valkyrie Selections
Panelists:
Richard Hanauer | Beverage Director at Lettuce Entertain & Operational Partner at RPM and Pizzeria Portofino
Matt Hughes | General Manager at Solos Technologies USA
Alex Joerger | Chief Merchandising Officer at Wine.com
Wanda Mann | East Coast Editor at The SOMM Journal & Tasting Panel
Carlton McCoy, Jr. | MS & CEO at Lawrence Wine Estates