Second Largest Wine Industry Trade Show in North America

The first North Coast Wine Industry Expo (NCWIE), December 5th 2012 was a resounding success, and with numerous requests for booth space, Wine Industry Network decided to expand the trade show adding over 125 new booth spaces to accommodate the demand. NCWIE is tremendously grateful for support of the entire industry, and welcomes exhibitors and attendees back to the show, which will again be held at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa, on Thursday, December 5th, 2013.

50+% of Booth Spaces Already Sold

Exhibitor registration opens to the public on April 1, 2013, but already more than half the booth spaces have been sold to first year exhibitors and Wine Industry Network members. Expectations are that the remaining spaces will sell out quickly once open registration begins; to secure your place on the notification list click here.

2013 Booth Pricing

• Standard 10′ X 10′ Booth = $1,100.00
• WIN Member Discounted Booth = $900.00
• Multiple booths (2-3 receive 10% booth discount)
• Large equipment booths (4 or more = 15% discount)
• Booth sharing fee = $100.00

It's a wrap! The first annual North Coast Wine Industry Expo was a resounding success and we owe a major Thank you to everyone for their part. The show featured a wide spectrum of wine industry suppliers; four exciting educational seminars, unlimited networking, and something we found that was really appreciated…free parking!  

Check out some of the day’s numbers:

Total Exhibitors: 200

Total Attendees:2,132

Total Educational Sessions: 4

Session Attendees:

• Viticulture: 55
• Marketing: 96
• Production: 72
• Sales: 74

Thank you again for making this such a great event and for being a part of the Wine Industry Network family.

We look forward to being your #1 resource for connecting wine industry buyers and suppliers.  Exhibitors looking to be part of our 2013 event can pre-register by clicking here.

Thursday December 5, 2013
Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa Rosa, CA

 

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2013 Advertising Opportunities Announced

The 2nd Annual 2013 North Coast Wine Industry Expo is currently the second largest wine industry trade show in North America showcasing 300+ industry exhibitors and is expected to easily surpass last year's attendance and attract 3000+ North Coast industry buyers and professionals.

A variety of sponsorship and advertising programs are now available for companies desiring additional exposure to winery owners, winemakers, vineyard managers, tasting room buyers and management personnel expected at this year's show.

These marketing opportunities are designed to capture attention before, during and after the Expo when they refer to the program guide,website and show promotions.

Please note that opportunities and availability are limited and are subject to change. For more detailed information about the 2013 opportunities, please contact Dan Eliason at Dan@WineIndustryNetwork.com or info@wineindustryexpo.com

2013 NCWIE Exhibitor Registration is NOW OPEN!

This is it – Exhibitor Registration is now Officially Open!

The 2nd Annual North Coast Wine Industry Expo is over 69% full and on target to sell out! We don’t want you to miss your opportunity to be a part of the 2nd Largest Wine Industry Trade Show in North America, so we’ve added an additional 125 booths this year. With over 2,000 attendees at the show last year, expectations are that exhibitor booths will sell out quickly.

Booth spaces are 10′ x 10′ and reservations can be made immediately! We encourage you to lock up your space now while there are still booths available.

• Standard 10′ X 10′ Booth = $1,100.00
• WIN Member Discounted Booth = $900.00
• Multiple Booths 
  (2-3 Receive 10% Booth Discount)
• Large Equipment Booths 
  (4 or More = 15% Discount)

Detailed information about the event, including an exhibitor listing, registration forms and floor maps can be found on our website, www.wineindustryexpo.com

Click Here to Get Started

We look forward to another incredible event right here in the heart of wine country!

Hope to see you there!

The WIN Team

Expo Will Feature Enhanced Educational Sessions

Healdsburg, Calif., August 19, 2014 – The Wine Industry Network (WIN) announced attendee registration for the 2014 North Coast Wine Industry Expo to be held on December 4^th opened today. Industry professionals can register for access to the trade show and to attend any of the six educational sessions by visiting wineindustryexpo.com/attendees

This year’s Expo will once again showcase nearly 300 of the industry’s best suppliers in both the Grace Pavilion and Hall of Flowers at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa, CA. An enhanced educational component, featuring six sessions, continues WIN’s commitment to refine this event each year to better meet the needs of the North Coast wine industry. The six sessions will feature industry leaders speaking on the following topics:

• What to Expect on the 2015 Financial Front: Mergers and Acquisitions Forecast
• DTC Technology Solutions: Creating an Engaging Wine Experience Beyond the Tasting Room
• Pet Projects in the Cellar: Wineries Explore Beer, Cider and Distilled Spirits as Additional Revenue Channels
• Wine and The Endangered Species Act: Avoid Pitfalls and Successfully Navigate Current Policy
• Non-Traditional Packaging: The Evolution of Wine on Tap and What Every Winery Should Know
• Sustainable Certification: Newest Techniques and Benefits of Compliance

“The superior quality of our exhibitors along with the expanded educational sessions makes this event a necessity for all North Coast wine industry professionals,” says George Christie, Wine Industry Network President. “We assemble the best suppliers and service providers along with industry experts who are willing to share their knowledge on a wide variety of important topics. It all happens in one place on one day, it’s a think tank session you don’t want to miss.”

The line-up of speakers and complete details for the conference are now available online. To attend, visitwineindustryexpo.com/attendees to register now.

About the Wine Industry Network

Based in Healdsburg, California, WineIndustryNetwork.com is the wine industry’s most comprehensive business resource website operating as an on-line trade show and created specifically to help industry professionals locate and connect more easily with the industry’s best suppliers and service professionals. WIN also produces The North Coast Wine Industry Expo (wineindustryexpo.com), based in Santa Rosa, California, the US Beverage Expo in Washington DC (usbevexpo.com) and its online industry publication, the Wine Industry Advisor (wineindustryadvisor.com).

April 23^rd, 2013, Healdsburg, CA - The Wine Industry Network (WIN) today announced that they will expand the 2013 North Coast Wine Industry Expo in its second year to accommodate an additional 120 booths making it the second largest wine industry trade show in North America. The Expo will, once again, be held at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa on Thursday, December 5, 2013.

This expansion is in direct response to last year’s sold out show and its resulting waiting list that has continued to grow since last December. The new floor plan will now include the Hall of Flowers as well as Grace Pavilion. In addition, the educational sessions will relocate to a new larger facility adjacent to the Hall of Flowers.

“In our first year, booths sold out almost immediately and we knew we needed to find a way to accommodate the growing interest,” said George Christie, Wine Industry Network President. “With over 300 suppliers exhibiting this December, the Expo is becoming a wine industry trade event that every North Coast Winery and Vineyard should plan on attending” adds Christie. “Whether you’re in the vineyard, cellar, tasting room or business office…there’s going to be something here for you”.

The inaugural event in 2012 attracted more than 2,000 attendees and attendance is expected to increase significantly in 2013. “It takes time to establish an event like this, but given last year’s success, we’re expecting a packed house in December,” added Christie. “Traditionally, that’s a time when vineyard and winery principals are busy planning for the upcoming year;this show is going make that planning process easier than ever.”

Registration is now open for the 2013 Show and booths are expected to sell out quickly For more information, visit www.wineindustryexpo.com.

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About the Wine Industry Network (WIN):

Based in Healdsburg, California, WineIndustryNetwork.com is the wine industry’s most comprehensive business resource website operating as an on-line trade show and created specifically to help industry professionals locate and connect more easily with the industry’s best suppliers and service professionals. WIN also produces The North Coast Wine Industry Expo, based in Santa Rosa, California, and its online blog, the Wine Industry Advisor (www.wineindustrynetwork.com/blog/). 

The 2nd Largest Wine Industry Trade Show
in North America is Selling Fast! 78% Sold!

The 2013 North Coast Wine Industry Expo is expanding in its second year to accommodate an additional 120 booths making it the second largest wine industry trade show in North America.

NCWIE provides industry suppliers direct access to the greatest concentration of Winery and Vineyard buyers anywhere in North America. The Wine Industry Network (WIN) has partnered with associations throughout the North Coast to ensure maximum exposure and attendance to the show. Along with association support, WIN utilizes social media, print and online advertising, direct marketing campaigns, and direct winery networking to guarantee the success of this event.

Sign-Up Now! Get a jump on the 2014 selling season by exhibiting at the 2nd Annual North Coast Wine Industry Expo!

“We had a good time and look forward to it next year. It appeared very successful to me, and I spent the whole day making connections, which is exactly was I was hoping to do.”
Jim Lago – Healdsburg Signs

“From my view point the show was a success for WIN and the local wineries. A recurring theme was, ‘how has this type of show not happened before?’ These folks loved having the option of seeing vendors without needing to travel far to do so. Congratulations!”
Paul McKairnes – Premier Digital Display

 

Thursday December 5, 2013
Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa Rosa, CA

 

Exhibitor Waiting List

Exhibitor Space for 2013 North Coast Wine Industry Expo – SOLD OUT

The Wine Industry Network (WIN) today announced that all 329 available booths for the second annual 2013 North Coast Wine Industry Expo have sold out, making it the 2nd largest wine industry trade show in North America. Due to the demand for additional booth space from the 2012 event, WIN expanded this year’s show to include an additional 130 exhibitor spaces within the Hall of Flowers at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds.

Attendees can look forward to four educational conference sessions that will focus on current industry trends with the official announcement of topics and speakers scheduled for the beginning of August. Conference and trade show registration will open online at www.wineindustryexpo.com on August 5, 2013 and discounts will be offered when purchasing multiple conference sessions.

“We are grateful for the support that the local wine industry has shown this new North Coast trade event,” said George Christie, President of Wine Industry Network. “We remain committed to providing winery and vineyard operations access to the best industry suppliers and the products and services they offer. The 2013 Wine Industry Expo on December 5th is another step towards our goal to be the industry’s best business resource.”

The 2015 North Coast Wine Industry Expo will feature four educational sessions focusing on efficiencies in wine production, vineyard operations, financial forecasting and marketing technology.

This session will be led by Sonoma State University’s Hamel Family Chair of Wine Business Education, Dr. Damien Wilson. Dr. Wilson will bring his more than 20-years of international wine industry experience to guide a panel of industry leaders in discussing the state of the North Coast Wine Industry today and what to expect in 2016.

Registration is NOW OPEN!

The WIN Expo is now offering Harvest Special discounts for attendees who register for conference sessions and trade show access prior to October 30th. Don't miss out on what is sure to be one of the industry's most-talked-about events of the year.

Program Guide to Showcase Healdsburg Artist, Richard Sheppard

Healdsburg, Calif., July 31, 2013 - The Wine Industry Network (WIN) today announced that a new creative element will be added to this year’s North Coast Wine Industry Expo (NCWIE). The artwork of Sonoma County artist, Richard Sheppard, has been chosen for the cover of this year’s program guide. Sheppard will also be present, exhibiting more of his artwork at the event.

Sheppard is an artist, illustrator and writer. For over twenty years he has illustrated books, posters, and package designs and his watercolors can be viewed at art galleries, wineries, and art festivals around the San Francisco Bay Area.

 “We wanted to find a way to incorporate the beauty of the North Coast region at our event,” said George Christie, President of Wine Industry Network. “When we saw Richard’s work, we knew that a collaboration of this type would be the perfect way to do it. He’s incredibly talented and we couldn’t be happier to have one of his watercolors as the cover for our program guide.”

“I’m very excited to be a part of the Expo this year. It will provide some great exposure for my work, and as an artist, it’s always great to meet other art lovers,” said featured artist, Richard Sheppard. 

This year’s Expo will once again be held at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds on December 5^th with attendee registration for the event opening August 7. Topics for this year’s four educational conference sessions will also be announced on that day. Conference and trade show registration will open online at www.wineindustryexpo.com and discounts will be offered when purchasing multiple conference sessions. 

Four Educational Sessions are Paired with This Year’s Expanded Trade Show

Healdsburg, Calif., August 12, 2013 - The Wine Industry Network (WIN) announced attendee registration for the 2013 North Coast Wine Industry Expo opened today. Industry professionals can register for access to the trade show and to attend any of the four educational sessions by visiting www.wineindustryexpo.com/attendees

Now in its second year, the Expo has expanded the tradeshow floor at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds to include the Hall of Flowers, creating an additional 130 exhibitor booths for attendees to visit. Four educational seminars will also be offered featuring industry leaders speaking on the following topics: Branding Your Vineyard, North Coast 2014 Financial Forecast, Trending Technology in the Cellar and Driving Tasting Room Traffic.

“We have nearly 300 of the industry’s best suppliers exhibiting and for this year’s educational sessions, we are assembling some of the most experienced and successful people in the region willing share what they’ve learned with the attendees,” said George Christie, President of Wine Industry Network. “It’s the sharing of best practices that makes our industry unique and what continues to propel the North Coast Wine Industry forward”.

The expanded trade show and new topics featured in the educational seminars are sure to bring the North Coast Wine Industry Expo to a new level as it enters its second year. The finalized line-up of speakers for the conference will be announced next month. The Expo will be held on December 5^th at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds; attendees can visit http://www.wineindustryexpo.com/attendees to register now.

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About the Wine Industry Network

Based in Healdsburg, California, WineIndustryNetwork.com is the wine industry’s most comprehensive business resource website operating as an on-line trade show and created specifically to help industry professionals locate and connect more easily with the industry’s best suppliers and service professionals. WIN also produces The North Coast Wine Industry Expo, based in Santa Rosa, California, and its online industry publication, the Wine Industry Advisor (www.WineIndustryAdvisor.com). 

The North Coast Wine Industry Expo, the second largest wine industry tradeshow in North America, announces its third educational session – Branding Your Vineyard. Offering relevant resources to Vineyard owners and managers, this topic has been developed with the goal of exploring the opportunities to build an identity around your vineyard in a way that directly affects grape sales.

Moderating this panel will be the former President of the Sonoma County Winegrape Commission (SCWC), Nick Frey. During his time as President, Frey work with the members of the SCWC to support the organization’s marketing mission of increasing the value of Sonoma County winegrapes while nurturing and protecting the agricultural resources.

The panel will feature Steve Sangiacomo, a third generation vineyard owner, who will discuss the benefits that accompany a recognized vineyard name and the steps the Sangiacomo family have taken over the years to distinguish their winegrape operations.

Brian Clements, Vice President and Partner at Turrentine Brokerage, brings his extensive experience working with vineyards throughout California to the discussion. Brian will provide insight into what really drives demand for a particular vineyard and its impact on price.

Michael Brughelli, Sales Manager for the Thornhill Companies, which includes one of the nation’s most iconic vineyards, the renowned Bien Nacido Vineyards, will present his perspective and experience on ultra-premium winegrowing and the significance of selecting the best wineries to work with.

Registration for the Second Annual North Coast Wine Industry Expo is now available atwww.wineindustryexpo.com/attendees. Sign up today to take advantage of the Harvest Special pricing and to ensure your seat at these valuable educational sessions.

Offering insights to those working in winery production, the North Coast Wine Industry Expo has announced the topic for its final educational session –Trending Technology in the Cellar. This session will take a look at some of the technological advances in the production process and the solutions they offer to winemaking teams of all sizes.

Session Moderator, Clark Smith, or as he likes to call himself, the “winemaking sidekick,” has been in the wine business for more than 40 years and today owns and operate his own consulting business, WineSmith Consulting. While he covers all areas of the production process he has recently been recognized as an industry pioneer in technology integration.

As Smith explores today’s cellar technologies from a consultant’s perspective, attendees will also hear from three individual wineries. Cline Cellars Director of Winemaking Charlie Tsegeletos, Rack and Riddle Winery Executive Winemaker Penny Gadd-Coster and Six Sigma Ranch Winemaker Matt Hughes will all weigh in with their personal experiences and anecdotes as to how they’ve utilized technology in the winemaking process. Representing three diverse wineries that cover a range of production sizes and winemaking techniques, this group is sure to offer all attendees relatable and relevant information.

Registration for the Second Annual North Coast Wine Industry Expo is now available at www.wineindustryexpo.com/attendees. Sign up today to take advantage of the Harvest Special pricing and to ensure your seat at these valuable educational sessions.

Register Today!

3^rd Annual Industry Trade Show Continues to Grow 

April 1^st, 2014, Healdsburg, CA – The Wine Industry Network (WIN) today announced that exhibitor registration for the 3^rd annual North Coast Wine Industry Expo, the second largest wine industry trade show in North America, is now open to the public. The Expo will, once again, be held in two adjacent buildings, Grace Pavilion and the Hall of Flowers, at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa on Thursday, December 4, 2014.

Over the past two years, the Expo has continued to expand its booth space and this year will provide additional oversized booth areas that will accommodate large equipment vendors. These expansions are in direct response to the growth that the show continues to experience each year. Not only has exhibitor space grown, but the show’s attendance numbers have increased as well with over 3,200 industry professionals attending last year’s event. This year, the show organizers are expecting that number to increase to 4,000 show attendees.

“Nearly 90% of last year’s exhibitors are returning for the 2014 show, but, there is always room for new exhibitors looking for additional exposure,” said George Christie, Wine Industry Network President. “We’re extremely grateful to have such amazing support from the local industry as well as from folks across the country,” added Christie. “Our goal is to improve the event each year and provide the best value for both our exhibitors and attendees.”

This year the Expo’s educational component will also expand to accommodate a total of six sessions that will cover a full range of industry topics such as Vineyard, Production, Finance, Tasting Room Sales and Distributor Management – all offered by top industry professionals. The finalized topics and line-up of speakers for the conference will be announced when attendee registration opens in August 2014.

Exhibitor registration is now open for the 2014 Show and booths are expected to sell out quickly.  For more information, visit www.wineindustryexpo.com.

June 3rd, 2014, Healdsburg, CA - The Wine Industry Network (WIN) today announced that all 338 available booths for the 3rd annual North Coast Wine Industry Expo have sold out. The Expo is the 2nd largest wine industry trade show in North America and will be held on December 4th in Grace Pavilion and the Hall of Flowers at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa, CA.

Expo attendees will have two additional educational sessions to choose from this year bringing the total number to six. Panel discussions will focus on current industry trends relevant to the North Coast wine industry. Conference and trade show registration will open online at www.wineindustryexpo.com on August 4, 2014 and discounts will be offered when purchasing multiple conference sessions.

“The support that the local wine industry as well industry suppliers from across the country, have shown the North Coast trade event has been phenomenal,” said George Christie, President of Wine Industry Network. “We’re working hard to deliver an exceptional experience to the industry as well as access to the best industry suppliers and the products and services they provide.”

Companies that would like to exhibit at this year’s event may join the waiting list at: www.wineindustryexpo.com/waitlist

About the Wine Industry Network (WIN):

Based in Healdsburg, California, WineIndustryNetwork.com is the wine industry’s most comprehensive business resource websites operating as an on-line trade show and created specifically to help industry professionals locate and connect more easily with the industry’s best suppliers and service professionals. WIN also produces The North Coast Wine Industry Expo, based in Santa Rosa, California, and the online industry publication, the Wine Industry Advisor (wineindustryadvisor.com).

It is essential that your winery or vineyard remain aware of the trends, challenges and opportunities that are shaping the wine industry today. The 3rd Annual North Coast Wine Industry Expo has expanded the educational component offered at this year’s event to feature six conference sessions.

This week’s email spotlight focuses on the Finance & Economic Outlook session that will delve into current events impacting the wine industry in 2015 and beyond. Financial thought leaders representing the North Coast wine industry will weigh in on trends specific to the financial road that lies ahead. This collaborative session will provide attendees with short and long-term predictions and the tools necessary to prepare for a successful 2015.

About the Speakers

Moderating this panel will be Brad Bollinger, associate publisher and editor in chief of the North Bay Business Journal. In his role as editor in chief, Bollinger has had his hand on the pulse of business in the Sonoma, Napa and Marin counties since 2005. Before joining the Journal, Bollinger was business editor and columnist for The Press Democrat. During his time as business editor The Press Democrat won several "Best in Business" awards from the Society of American Business Editors and Writers and a Polk Award for the 2005 series on globalization, “Global Shift.”

Additionally the panel will feature financial leaders from the business, agricultural, wine and legal sectors. Robert Nicholson, Principal at International Wine Associates, has led IWA to its status as the leading New World wine industry mergers & acquisitions boutique advisory. Clay Popko, Vice President of Lending at American AgCredit’s Vineyard and Winery Finance Group, will provide an outlook on the Napa Valley region stemming from his 20+ years of career experience. Joe Ciatti, Principal at Zepponi & Company, has a deep network of industry influencers and a long track-record of high profile vineyard and winery transactions. John Mackie, Managing Partner at Carle, Mackie, Power & Ross, LLP, will provide a business law perspective garnered from practice’s focuses on finance and lending, business organization and mergers and acquisitions.

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