Ralph Hersom

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Owner at Ralph’s Hingham Wine Merchant @
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Greater Boston, United States
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About Ralph Hersom

" Ralph Hersom is affable and enthusiastic, the kind of person who could make a wine lover out of anyone... Ruth Reichl, New York TimesAn award-winning sommelier with extensive experience in opening new markets, educating clients on wine & wine etiquette, and creating world-class wine lists for prestigious restaurants, resorts, and high net worth individuals. He has been instrumental in opening new venues, developing and executing sales and marketing strategies, and quickly producing sustainable revenue in all economic climates. An industry recognized wine professional, Ralph has the skill set to effectively build, manage, and motivate a distributor sales force. He is currently seeking a position as a brand ambassador or supplier representative for a prestigious producer.

Ralph Hersom's Current Company Details
Ralph’s Hingham Wine Merchant

Ralph’S Hingham Wine Merchant

Owner at Ralph’s Hingham Wine Merchant
Ralph Hersom Work Experience Details
  • Ralph’S Hingham Wine Merchant
    Owner
    Ralph’S Hingham Wine Merchant Apr 2018 - Present
    Hingham, Massachusetts
  • Rrh Cellars
    Wine Consultant
    Rrh Cellars Nov 2005 - Present
    Boston, Massachusetts
  • Hannaford Supermarkets
    Category Manager
    Hannaford Supermarkets Mar 2016 - Jun 2017
    Scarborough, Maine
    Category Manager for Wine/Beer/Spirits
  • Ralph'S Wines And Spirits
    Wine Director / General Manager
    Ralph'S Wines And Spirits Jan 2005 - Feb 2016
    Hingham, Ma
    Established in January 2005, Ralph's offers a wide selection of wines & spirits; events include wine tastings, private events, and wine education classes.- Direct daily operations; manage and mentor staff, analyze sales trends, and maintain market leadership through effective purchasing, social media management, and numerous cost-saving measures. - Created an eclectic wine inventory featuring small producers and cult classics.- Established and lead an educational program that focuses on pairing food and wine.- Execute online, print, and in-store marketing campaigns to meet short and long-term goals.
  • Amazing Food Wine Company
    Wine Director / Supplier Representative
    Amazing Food Wine Company Jan 2006 - Feb 2011
    San Francisco, Ca
    Created unique concept in wine education by launching Wine That Loves, a line of wines designed specifically to pair with foods.- Partnered with wineries to produce a line of proprietary wines under the label Wines That Love, traveled to vineyards throughout the world to source wines for blends.- Spearheaded marketing efforts for Company’s brand in the Northeast; initiated and executed sales and marketing strategies with distributors, retailers, and restaurateurs. - Immediate impact included widespread press, reviews, and interviews in industry publications.- New concept proved popular with wine drinkers while introducing younger consumers to the market.
  • Le Cirque 2000
    Wine Director
    Le Cirque 2000 May 1997 - Dec 2004
    Manhattan, New York
    Managed a Wine Spectator Grand Award Winning Wine List of 750+selections with annual sales of $5M. Featured in numerous national publications and newspapers including Food and Wine, The New York Times and Men's Health.- Developed and managed a world-class, 750-item wine list and a wine cellar of 50,000 bottles. - Trained and mentored 35-member staff in all aspects of wine education and proper wine service.- Set strategies and developed wine program that amassed over $5M in annual revenue.- Surpassed revenue goals of $1.25M for four-consecutive quarters. - Managed all phases of wine program; set / executed growth strategies that generated $5M+ in YOY revenue
  • Windows On The World
    Cellarmaster
    Windows On The World Apr 1996 - May 1997
    Manhattan, New York
    Trained under Kevin Zraly and managed a multi-million dollar wine cellar. Oversaw training of 100+ individuals on wine service and food & wine pairing. Worked with Celebrity Chef Marc Murphy at the "Cellar in the Sky" Restaurant to create menus perfectly paired with wines from the cellar. - Maintained restaurant’s 800-item wine list and wine cellar of 65,000 bottles; managed a three-member wine cellar staff.- Assisted Kevin Zraly in teaching his “One Hour Wine Expert” courses.

Ralph Hersom Skills

Wine Wineries Food Restaurants Beer Menu Development Wine Tasting Food And Beverage Alcoholic Beverages Restaurant Management Marketing Fine Dining Sales Hospitality Winemaking Food Pairing Culinary Skills Beverage Industry Wine Lists Catering Wine And Spirits Industry Management Gourmet Champagne Sommelier Sales Management Purchasing Banquets Cooking Retail Cuisine Bartending Recipes Hospitality Management Chef Leadership Food Service Strategic Planning Viticulture New Restaurant Openings Craft Beer Menu Costing Open Table Cocktails Gastronomy Menu Engineering Culinary Management Italian Cuisine Wine Cellars

Ralph Hersom Education Details

  • Wine & Spirits Education Trust
    Wine & Spirits Education Trust
    Higher Certificate
  • Sterling Vineyards School Of Service And Hospitality
    Sterling Vineyards School Of Service And Hospitality
    Sommelier Advanced Certification,
  • Court Of Master Sommeliers
    Court Of Master Sommeliers
    Sommelier Certificate

Frequently Asked Questions about Ralph Hersom

What company does Ralph Hersom work for?

Ralph Hersom works for Ralph’s Hingham Wine Merchant

What is Ralph Hersom's role at the current company?

Ralph Hersom's current role is Owner at Ralph’s Hingham Wine Merchant.

What is Ralph Hersom's direct phone number?

Ralph Hersom's direct phone number is +141584*****

What schools did Ralph Hersom attend?

Ralph Hersom attended Wine & Spirits Education Trust, Sterling Vineyards School Of Service And Hospitality, Court Of Master Sommeliers.

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Ralph Hersom has skills like Wine, Wineries, Food, Restaurants, Beer, Menu Development, Wine Tasting, Food And Beverage, Alcoholic Beverages, Restaurant Management, Marketing, Fine Dining.

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