At Alexander Valley Winegrowers, community is everything. From educational programs and grower advocacy to signature events like TASTE Alexander Valley and Wine Week, none of it happens in a vacuum. It happens because of partnership. It happens because businesses across Sonoma County believe in the...

Here’s the truth: strong businesses are built on strong leaders. And while some people seem like “natural leaders,” most great managers don’t just stumble into success. They learn it, practice it, and grow into it. That’s where leadership training comes in. At The Personnel Perspective, we’ve spent...

Trying to run an effective and efficient business without strong leadership is a practice in futility, but spotting leadership qualities isn’t exactly easy either. Even with lots of on-paper qualifications and potential experience, at the end of the day it’s the actions, mindset, and impact they...

Over thirty-five years of crafting wine bottle labels in Napa Valley has taught us something essential: wine packaging trends aren’t just about following fashion – they’re about understanding how design psychology translates into purchasing decisions. When a winery invests in thoughtful packaging,...

Herti is a global packaging company specializing in the production of aluminum, plastic, and composite closures for the beverage, food, and pharmaceutical industries. For more than 30 years, we’ve been helping customers around the world protect their products, express their brands, and meet...

In today’s challenging economic climate, many wineries are rethinking their operational strategies. Rather than continuing to rent or lease, owning your space can be a transformative decision that positions your winery for long-term success. With the support of SBA 504 loans from TMC Financing,...

Conflict at work happens. Put a group of people together with different personalities, goals, and communication styles, and sooner or later, tensions flare. And that’s not always a bad thing! Healthy conflict can push teams to think bigger, innovate, and challenge assumptions. But when...

Labelling may seem like a simple final step in production, but advances in automation are changing this crucial process. From robotic applicators to AI‑enabled vision systems, the future of labelling is smarter and more efficient than ever. Why Automation Matters Consumers demand accurate...

The California Department of Food & Agriculture has announced it has certified the votes on the referendum to continue the Sonoma County Winegrape Commission, also known as the Sonoma County Winegrowers (SCW), for another five years. Garnering 85.77% percent of the vote, winegrape growers strongly...

In today’s craft beverage industry, cans have officially claimed the crown. Lightweight, durable, recyclable, and favored by retailers and consumers alike, aluminum cans are now the go-to format for packaging everything from flagship IPAs to water and everything in between. For breweries scaling up...