Women in Wine: Redefining Success
Panel Discussion

Women in Wine: Redefining Success

The Academy – Quick Talks
Wednesday, Apr 29, 2026
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM | America/New_York
D | The Academy – Quick Talks
English
About
Free entrance: first come, first seated

The wine industry is evolving — and so are the women shaping it. For a growing number of leading voices, success today looks plural: from sommelier to importer, writer to consultant, producer to educator, assembling a portfolio of work is reshaping our approach to a career in wine, and how success gets defined.

This conversation brings together a curated panel, led by Liz Mendez, to explore what building a career in wine looks like today and how hyphenate expertise is already here, as a roadmap to the future.

Speakers

Jacqueline Coleman

Wine Columnist, Professional Writer & Beverage Industry InvestorVino & Voyage

Rachel Martin

FounderOceano Wines, AFNA Wine Certified

Liz MENDEZ

FounderAldea Hospitality