My professional work in wine education, evaluation, and writing is supported by active involvement in respected wine organizations. These affiliations reflect ongoing engagement with both industry professionals and serious wine students.

International Wine & Food Society (IWFS) – Lake Tahoe

Wine Director. Responsible for wine program development, cellar curation, educational tasting design, and content delivery for member events.

Knights of the Vine (KOV)

Executive Sommelier. Develops and presents educational wine programs and contributes to curated tasting experiences and events.

Wine Scholar Guild

Member and credential holder. Engagement includes ongoing regional study and participation in educational programming.

Society of Wine Educators

Member and Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW). Participation supports continued professional development in wine education and evaluation.

Academy du Rhône

Certified Rhône Specialist (CRS) and participant in advanced regional study.