Registration is now open for the 9th annual Wine Industry Expo (WIN Expo) and this year's educational conference sessions will include fifteen comprehensive workshops focusing on four main tracks: Winemaking & Production, Business Strategy & Leadership, Vineyard & Growers, and Sales & Marketing.

The Business Strategy & Leadership track, sponsored by Mather Economics, Turrentine Brokerage, and the WBWE, will feature interactive sessions that will tackle the topics of Bulk Wine, State of the North Coast, Sustainable Operations, and Winery Mergers & Acquisitions. Read more below:

State of the North Coast Wine Industry

This session, presented by industry veterans and category experts, will recap the 2021 harvest and provide an update of the current state of the bulk wine market and grape/wine market with a specific emphasis on the North Coast. In addition, the panel will present sales data, highlighting consumer...  READ more about Business Strategy & Leadership Track: Session 1

The Bulk Wine Revolution

Over the last several years, the bulk wine industry has gained serious momentum; it now offers a diverse range of business opportunities for large, medium, and boutique wineries alike. This session will discuss more about current and future prospects within the bulk wine industry and will touch on how changes in the US economy coupled with the pandemic... Read more about Business Strategy & Leadership Track: Session 2

Building a Sustainable Future for Wine: Globally, Nationally, and Locally

As an agricultural-based industry, increasing a wine business’ sustainability effort and decreasing its carbon footprint is of the utmost importance. The questions are: How can a winery enhance its sensitivity to the environment while still maintaining a viable, thriving business endeavor? What changes can your winery make to support a sustainable future? What resources are available to support your sustainability goals? This session, led by sustainability experts and early champions of International Wineries for Climate Action (IWCA); will address those questions and discuss the... Read more about Business Strategy & Leadership Track: Session 3

Mergers & Acquisition Trends in the US Wine Industry

Well beyond direct results of the pandemic, both 2020 and 2021 are shaping up to be very active mergers and acquisitions markets for the wine industry. International Wine Associates has been actively tracking the various elements driving this increased activity and anticipates these trends will continue for the next few years. During this session, join experts as they dive into the background and reasons behind... Read more about Business Strategy & Leadership Track: Session 4