Experts

Steven isn't your average winemaker, he's the mastermind behind wines that practically wink at your taste buds while giving a high-five to your active lifestyle. Armed with a degree in Enology from Cal State Fresno, he's like a mad scientist crafting flavors that'll make your taste buds do the tango. Steven's also about quality control that's tighter than your bike shorts after leg day. From picking high-quality California grapes to turning them into the nectar of the gods (aka wine), he's a perfectionist who doesn't mess around. Oh, and did we mention that Steven's a fitness freak too? He's not just about swirling glasses – he's also all about the swirl of the running track and the clank of weights. Whether he's pounding the pavement or perfecting his deadlift, this guy knows that balance isn't just a fancy wine term.

15 years experience in the wine industry. Previously managed luxury wineries in Napa and Sonoma for Foley Family Wines.

Jeff O’Neill is a wine and spirits industry veteran, entrepreneur and CEO of family-owned and operated O’Neill Vintners & Distillers, a certified B Corporation. O’Neill’s commitment to sustainability translates across all aspects of the business, from encouraging sustainable winegrowing, to operating the county’s largest worm-powered wastewater treatment system, to testing the effects of regenerative farming in Paso Robles. All of this while producing high-quality, consumer-driven wines at scale. As a leader in environmental stewardship for over 20 years, Jeff is deeply committed to building a better and more sustainable future for the wine business and was recognized as Wine Enthusiast’s Person of the Year in 2022.

Dirk Lindemans took over the family brewing business in 2006 alongside his cousin Geert Lindemans. Together, the two have grown Lindemans Brewery into the largest, family-owned lambic brewery in the world through their focus on innovation and export.

As a Latina, I grew up gathering with family and friends, toasting to life’s great moments. Whether it’s birthdays, holidays, weddings, or you name it, there was always a reason for bringing our community together and for celebrating. That is why I started Saludi in Denver, CO - to bring our community together and support each other with products that are way too pretty not to be used. We took a new approach and created products that inspire through colorful beauty (and make drinking more fun). Our work is showing that there’s more than the black and white of life, but a gorgeous spectrum of colorful and beautiful moments.  Cheers l Salud l Saúde to stylish and unforgettable celebrations!  Dani and the Saludi team 💕 

Blaire is Vice President of Marketing at O’Neill Vintners & Distillers, where she is focused on driving growth across a dynamic portfolio of wine brands designed to appeal to a diverse range of consumers. Throughout her 20-year global career in marketing at Diageo, PepsiCo, American Express and O’Neill Vintners & Distillers, Blaire has gained significant experience in understanding how to build powerful and distinct brand propositions, deliver on consumer needs and build meaningful connections with consumers throughout their purchase journey. Blaire earned her BA from Stanford University and MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. She has her WSET Level III certification in wine and is an avid traveler, swimmer, dog mom and foodie. Originally from Toronto, Blaire is now based in San Francisco, CA.