Executive Vice President And Director Of Government Affairs
CurrentPrimary association liaison with the US Congress and Federal Agencies. Directed the work of professional lobbying firm to further the policy objectives of the association.Worked under the direction of the Board of Directors, including standing and ad hoc committees.Main point of contact for WineAmerica with state and regional winery associations under the State Associations Council.Represented the association in various coalitions and with other alcohol commodity groups, including the Wine Institute, Family Winemakers of California, Brewers Association and Distilled Spirits Council.Represented the Association on various Boards, such as Free the Grapes and the National Grape and Wine Initiative.Directed the yearly Board of Directors election.Assisted in review of association’s yearly budget.Main point of contact for association on all wine policy matters.Recruited and retained winery and association members.
