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The Women in Wine Leadership Symposium (WWLS) is in its sixth year, with a mission to empower and educate women in the wine industry through a series of panel discussions and wine tastings.
The WWLS, hosted by The Winebow Group, is the first event of its kind with winemakers from around the world, sommeliers, retailers, educators, and journalists.
During our event, please use use the WWLS hashtag on your social media posts! We would love to share your pictures and experiences with our Facebook audience.
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In 2015, the executive was awarded as one of 100 female leaders of the country, due to her outstanding participation in the Association of Family Businesses (AEF.)
Nancy Irelan is the co-owner and winemaker for Red Tail Ridge Winery (RTR). RTR is an 8,500 case boutique winery in the Finger Lakes (FLX) of New York, specializing in production of cool climate red, white and sparkling wines. Nancy was previously employed by E&J Gallo Winery as their VP of Viticulture & Enology Research and Development. Nancy received her PhD in grape genetics while working in the Viticulture and Enology Department at UC-Davis.
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Keynote Address: Hon. Analisa Torres, Judge on the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
Moderator: Madeline Triffon, MS, Plum Market in-house Master Sommelier (Southeastern Michigan and Metro Chicago)
The Unwritten Rules to Career Advancement with Anna Beninger, Director, Research, Catalyst
Guided Wine Tasting
Verónica Cousiño, Cousiño-Macul, Chile
Nancy Irelan, Red Tail Ridge Winery, New York
Janice McDonald, Burch Family Wines, Australia
Meri Tessari, Suavia, Italy
Building Confidence in the Workplace with Molly Shepard, President & CEO, The Leader’s Edge
Elaine Chukan Brown, Columnist, Hawk Wakawaka Wine Reviews and JancisRobinson.com
Carrie Lyn Strong, Wine Director, Aureole
Gretchen Thomas, Wine and Spirits Director, Barteca Restaurant Group
Keynote Address: Dana Cowin, Editor-in-Chief of Food & Wine on the topic of risk-taking (now Chief Creative Officer, Chefs Club International, with restaurants in Manhattan and Aspen, CO
Moderator: Madeline Triffon, MS, Plum Market in-house Master Sommelier (Southeastern Michigan and Metro Chicago)
Panel 1: Taking Intelligent Career Risks
Jennifer Iannolo, The Concordia Project, Founder & CEO
Gina Langone, BJs Wholesale Club, National Wine Buyer
Maeve Pesquera, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Director of Wine
Laura Williamson, MS, The Mandarin Oriental New York, Wine Director
Panel 2: Guided Wine Tasting
Dominga Cotarella, Falesco, Italy
Carole Meredith, Lagier Meredith, U.S.2015
Viviana Navarrete, Leyda, Chile
Lissi Wieninger, Weingut Wieninger, Austria
Panel 3: Fostering Diversity Through Inclusive Leadership
Lee Campbell, Andrew Tarlow Group, Wine Director
Anna Lee Iijima, Wine Enthusiast, Contributing Editor
June Rodil, MS, McGuire Moorman Hospitality, Wine & Beverage Director
Clarice Turner, Starbucks, Senior Vice President, Americas Business
Jeanine Prime, PhD, Catalyst, Senior Vice President, Research
Keynote address: Ruth Reichl, bestselling author and food critic
Panels and guided tasting moderated by Madeline Triffon, MS, Plum Market in Michigan and Chicago
Panel 1: Creating and Defining Work-Life Balance
Cynthia Emrich, PhD, Catalyst (non-profit research group)
Shelley Lindgren, A16 and SPQR, San Francisco, CA
Marika Vida-Arnold, The Ritz-Carlton, New York City
Deborah Hansen, Taberna De Haro, Brookline, MA
Guided Tasting
Autumn Stoscheck, Eve’s Cidery, Finger Lakes, New York
Izabella Zwack, Dobogó, Tokaji, Hungary
Valentina Argiolas, Argiolas, Sardegna, Italy
Maria Pica, J Portugal Ramos, Alentejo & Vinho Verde, Duorum, Douro, Portugal
Panel 2: Pathways and Strategies for Success
Marianne Ruggiero, Optima Careers
Jordan Salcito, Momofuku, New York City
Cynthia Tom, Whole Foods Market, New Jersey & New York
Kristen Wolfe Bieler, Beverage Media
Keynote and moderator: address: Madeline Triffon, MS, Plum Market in Michigan and Chicago
Panel: Strategies for Career Advancement
Debbie Zachareas, Ferry Plaza Wine Merchant San Francisco, Owner
Linda Milagros Violago, Contra Restaurant NYC, Beverage Director
Mary Melton, P.F. Chang’s, Beverage Director
Kristie Petrullo, Petrullo Wine Consulting
Panel: Building Key Relationships: Mentorship & Sponsorship
Pascaline Lepeltier, Rouge Tomate NYC, Beverage Director
Anna Beninger, Catalyst, Senior Associate, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to expand opportunities for women and business.
Jill Roberts, The Marrow NYC, Beverage Director
Virginia Philip, MS, Virginia Philip Wine Shop & Academy (West Palm Beach), Owner, The Breakers, Beverage Director
Inspired by Wine Panel & Guided Tasting
Sandra Tavares, Wine & Soul, Owner, Winemaker
Julie Johnson, Tres Sabores, Owner, Winemaker
Roberta Ceretto, Ceretto, Public Relations/Communications
Silvia Imparato, Montevetrano, Owner
Marta Santander Martínez Bujanda, Viña Bujanda, Finca Valpiedra, Finca Antigua
Closing remarks by Madeline Triffon, MS and Q & A
Keynote and Moderator: Mary Ewing-Mulligan, MW
Panel 1: Challenges and Successes of Women in the Wine World
Annette Alvarez-Peters, Assistant General Merchandise Managers (wine, spirits, beer), Costco
Leslie Sbrocco, Author, Speaker and owner of Thirsty Girl
Madeline Triffon, first female MS in the U.S. and director of wine at Plum Market
Christy Canterbury, MW, author, speaker, consultant, educator
Panel 2: Multi-Generational Wine-Producing Families
Marilisa Allegrini: Allegrini, Poggio al Tesoro, San Polo
Laura Catena: Bodega Catena Zapata
Xandra Falcó: Marqués de Griñón
Heidi Scheid: Scheid Vineyards (24 Knots)
Inspired by Wine Panel & Guided Tasting
Marilisa Allegrini: Allegrini, Poggio al Tesoro, San Polo
Laura Catena: Bodega Catena Zapata
Xandra Falcó: Marqués de Griñón
Heidi Scheid: Scheid Vineyards (24 Knots)
Nadia Zenato: Zenato
Tamra Washington: Yealands
Panel 3. Industry Trends.
Christy Frank, owner, Frankly Wines, NYC
Stephanie Johnson, Director of Wine, City Winery, NYC
Jackie Bergeron, Nielson
Carla Rzeszewski, Wine Director: The Spotted Pig, The Breslin, The John Dory Oyster Bar
Closing remarks by Mary Ewing-Mulligan, MW and Q & A
I love this conference and it is truly one of my favorite events of the year. I would recommend this to any female in the wine industry.
An incredible assembly of women of all generations. So inspirational and fills me with loads of positivity.
Breath of fresh air! Feeling of belonging to an amazing event with accomplished women.
The WWLS is truly an amazing and uplifting event, and I am thrilled to have been included.
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