Working hard every day towards the complete discoloration of my hands.Cellar rat for Chicago's first two harvests and maintained position throughout the year assisting our winemaker in racking, topping, filtering, collecting samples for lab analysis, bottling, etc. *Forklift certified.Contributed and edited content for City Winery pairing book to be published 2014.Front-of-House duties included managing private events, assisting the winemaker and beverage director in educational seminars, wine captaining (role of sommelier), giving informational tours of the winery, holding tastings, and mixing cocktails behind the bar.

Trade publication for winemakers and grape growers in the Midwest, covering such topics as winery management, viticulture, marketing, and winery profiles. Managed Salesforce and Events Calendar, reported on events both locally and all across the Midwest, conducted regional research, interviewed vintners and grape growers.

Assisted in the planning of annual and semi-annual conventions and trade shows in a matrix model for world's largest association management company. Organized pre- and post-trade show logistics, including space assignments, exhibitor related communication, and sponsorship fulfillment. Administered financial management, including invoicing, revenue monitoring, and monthly financial reconciliation for multiple associations.