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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RESOURCES
Diversity in Wine and Spirits
WSET Global – Diversity and Inclusion
Black Professionals & Influencers in the Hospitality & Beverage Industry