23 Archived posts matching:"wine”

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    How Lift Collective’s Entrepreneurship Program Is Making the Wine Industry More Inclusive

    The wine industry has historically lacked diversity, but that doesn’t mean progress isn’t being made. To help build a more equitable industry, Rania Zayyat and Cara Bertone are spearheading an initiative called Lift Collective, which quite literally is lifting up and empowering others to advance their careers in wine. In 2022, the platform introduced a […]

    • Beverage
    • September 18, 2022
    • Rebecca Fryer
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    Thought Leadership in 10 with Deborah Brenner, Founder of Women of the Vine & Spirits

    Join Founder and CEO of ForceBrands and PINATA Josh Wand in 10-minute conversations with leaders across the consumer brand universe. The series of fireside-like chats, originally shared on his LinkedIn, feature some of the industry’s most game-changing thought leaders. Watch the video to catch up with Deborah Brenner, Founder of Women of the Vine & Spirits. Read the full interview […]

    • Beverage
    • June 15, 2022
    • Rebecca Fryer
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    Rosé All Day: 5 Wine Jobs That Will Actually Let You Drink the Wine

    Ever wondered what it’s like to work in the wine world? While it’s a dynamic sector, it faces no shortage of challenges — climate change and changing consumer preferences, to name a few. Even still, the premium wine business continues to grow. The future of sales will weigh on the industry’s ability to appeal to […]

    • Beverage
    • May 23, 2021
    • Rebecca Fryer
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    ‘Be the Change’ to Host Second Virtual Job Fair in Partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund

    Be the Change Job Fair, an initiative led by Cara Bertone, Philana Bouvier, Lia Jones, and Rania Zayyat, in partnership with Diversity in Food & Beverage and Lift Collective announced that registration for beverage alcohol employers is now open for the second virtual job fair. The virtual event will take place on April 22, 2021, […]

    • Beverage
    • March 4, 2021
    • Rebecca Fryer
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    9 Black-Owned Alcohol Brands Creating Positive Change

    The alcohol industry has historically lacked diversity, especially when it comes to senior leadership and executive roles. But that doesn’t mean that progress can’t be made, nor does it imply it isn’t being made. The social justice events of 2020 have helped further propel diversity and inclusion efforts within the space. From initiatives like Diversity in […]

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    Fine Wine Importer VINTUS On Resuming Field Marketing Efforts Post-Pandemic

    With the arrival of the COVID-19 vaccine, it’s time to think about what life will be like post-pandemic. Although it will take some time for the general population to be inoculated, the timing is right for companies to strategize and plan ahead for easing back into the market face-to-face — especially since many in the […]

    • Beverage
    • January 20, 2021
    • PINATA
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    Get to Know John Meisler, VP of Sales at Serralles USA

    Each month, ForceBrands partners with The Tasting Panel magazine. The Tasting Panel offers an insider’s look at the tastemakers and trendsetters in today’s growing beverage industry. From winemaker profiles, to brands that are the bartenders’ best friend, this monthly publication gets up close and personal with today’s influencers and explores the products they love the most. […]

    • Beverage
    • November 21, 2019
    • Rebecca Fryer
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    Brand Building in Spirits, Wine, and Beer with ForceBrands’ Annette Kim

    Annette Kim recently joined ForceBrands’ spirits, wine, and beer division team in Los Angeles, and even though she’s new to the team, she’s no stranger to the industry. She brings years of expertise and experience with her to her role at ForceBrands and possesses a diverse background in brand building at companies that include Red Bull […]

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    Interested in a Career in Wine? Here Are 5 Opportunities to Consider

    Most everyone can agree that having a career you love makes working more enjoyable. The old adage, ‘love what you do and you’ll never work a day in your life,’ often rings true for those who are passionate about their jobs. And for those with a love for and an interest in wine, working in […]

    • Beverage
    • July 5, 2019
    • Rachel Smith