For many working in the wine industry, the day-to-day demands of running the business leave little time for big-picture planning. But without a clear framework for setting and tracking goals, it’s easy to stay busy without making real progress toward long-term growth and value. Join Heather Schmidt, Growth Consultant and Certified Exit Planning Advisor at Crews & co., and M+A Advisor at Exit Equity, for a practical session on Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), a proven goal-setting framework for driving alignment, accountability, and performance. In this session, you’ll learn how to: Turn your vision into clear, actionable goals Get your team aligned and executing with focus Build consistent profitability and predictability Strengthen the long-term value of your business Whether you’re growing, scaling, or preparing for an eventual exit, this session will help you lead with clarity and build a business that’s worth more and runs better. Speaker:

Career transitions can be both intimidating and transformative. This session is designed to empower individuals across all roles and career stages to embrace professional change as an opportunity for reinvention and growth. Hear from industry leaders who have navigated impactful shifts in their careers, such as transitioning from family-run wineries to mergers and acquisitions, launching entrepreneurial ventures, and evolving from hands-on winemaking roles to strategic positions supporting the industry from a financial perspective. Panelists will share how they identified and applied transferable skills, leaned on mentorship and community support, and built the confidence to pursue new paths. The session will also address common challenges that accompany career changes—such as overcoming self-doubt and balancing personal and professional demands—while offering tangible strategies and insights that anyone in the wine industry can apply. This discussion is meant to engage an

Join four wine industry thought leaders as they once again explore the defining challenges and opportunities shaping the wine industry in 2025. Each panelist will present key predictions or trends they believe will be essential for wineries to be aware of to enjoy a successful year ahead. This dynamic conversation will offer insights from diverse perspectives, helping wineries better navigate the evolving industry landscape and seize emerging opportunities. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights and position your winery for success in 2025. Register Now

Bold Predictions Session 2: New Regulations Impacting the Wine Industry

Healdsburg, CA, March 20, 2024— Registration is now open for Wine Industry Network’s (WIN) second session of the 2024 Bold Predictions: Wine Industry Leadership Conference Series. These virtual sessions will […]

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Next Wednesday - January 17th - Wine Industry Network will broadcast the first of the 2024 Bold Predictions: Wine Industry Leadership Conference Series with Session 1: Four Takes on Twentyfour. This session will host four industry leaders with uniquely different vantage points who will share their predictions, emerging trends, and what may be on the horizon for the wine industry in 2024. Join us and hear about the current economic conditions, what best practices to take, and the trends that could influence your businesses and boost your bottom line. Register Now  

2024 Presenting Series Sponsor: Session 1: Four Takes on Twentyfour Date & Time: Wednesday, January 17th – 10:00 AM (PT)  Kicking off the 2024 edition of Bold Predictions, titled “Four Takes on Twentyfour”, we are bringing back moderator Damien Wilson, Hamel Family Faculty Chair of Wine Business Institute and panelists Dale Stratton, Managing Director / Azur Associates, Philana Bouvier, President / Demeine Estates and Bourcard Nesin, Industry Analyst / Rabobank. Joining last year’s panel will be Chris Bitter, Senior Wine & Grape Analyst / Terrain all there to revisit some of last year’s “Bold Predictions” along with sharing their insights and thoughts on what we can expect for our industry in the year ahead. Register Now Session Panel:    Session Sponsor: Supporting Sponsor:    

Wine producers tackling a tough 2023

Experts discuss attracting younger consumers to the beverage.

Registration is now open for Bold Predictions 2023, Wine Industry Network’s (WIN) annual wine industry leadership conference. This must-attend virtual half-day conference will be broadcast on February 8, 2023, and registration is free for wine industry professionals. The conference will feature industry experts who will share their insights and predictions on emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities wineries can expect to face in the year ahead, along with advice on how to best overcome the challenges while taking full advantage of the opportunities.  This year’s program will include an executive level roundtable discussion focused on different aspects of the industry, an overview and forecast of the domestic and international grape and bulk wine market, and a guide to understanding all of the government tax credits and incentives still available that your wine business is eligible for. “The wine industry has always been both challenging and competitive and

Bold Predictions: Insights for Successful Wine Business in 2023

Healdsburg, CA, January 4, 2023— Registration is now open for Bold Predictions 2023, Wine Industry Network’s (WIN) annual wine industry leadership conference. This must-attend virtual half-day conference will be broadcast […]