Unheard Voices in Wine: Part 1

FREE WEBINAR AND Q&A WITH BEVERAGE INDUSTRY LEADERS

SommCon is proud to partner with Diversity in Wine and Spirits to present Unheard Voices in Wine, featuring prominent black wine professionals. This two-part series will discuss issues relating to black professionals in the wine industry and how allies can help create a more diverse and inclusive environment moving forward.

Topics include:

Post COVID-19 hiring practices relating to marginalized professionals
Why representation matters and how marginalized professionals can obtain more visibility
Why allies are important and what they can be doing to support marginalized professionals
Recognizing wine companies doing diversity work and analyzing how we can learn from them
Educating organizations on why it is important to have people of color on their boards and leadership teams
What educational bodies are doing to address the current issues
The importance of accountability and how Diversity in Wine and Spirits will play an important role

Panelists include:

Moderator: Lia Jones – Executive Director, Diversity in Wine and Spirits
Co-Moderator: Philippe André – US Ambassador, Champagne Charles Heidsieck
DLynn Proctor – Director, Fantesca Estate
Brenae Royal – Vineyard Manager, Monte Rosso Vineyard
Rick Arline – Wine Director, Auburn Los Angeles
Deniece Bourne – Business Development Manager, WSET

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