John Wetzel
John Wetzel is the youngest of AVV visionaries Harry and Maggie Wetzel’s four children. In 1962 his parents purchased the original homestead of Cyrus Alexander, who settledAlexander Valley in the mid-1800’s, which today is Alexander Valley Vineyards.John spent the summers of his early years working in the vineyards and bottling some of the first vintages […]
James Dumas
James is a seasoned restaurant operations and culinary expert with over 30 years of experience, having successfully opened 13 acclaimed restaurants. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY, James has honed his craft in some of the world’s most iconic destinations, including Aspen, CO; St. Moritz, Switzerland; New York City; […]
Peter Zemaitis
From the steps of the nation’s Capitol to the beaches of Key West, along the shores of Lake Tahoe, and up to the Rockies, Peter Zemaitis knows all about remarkable perspectives. This is why, after 15 years of living and breathing gastronomy, he now lends his vision and passion to epc with his profound understanding […]
Kevin Lee
Originally from South Korea, Chef Kevin Lee emigrated to the United States at the age of sixteen and began his culinary journey at Le Cordon Bleu. Lee has since developed a dynamic and well-versed background, going on to lead the culinary teams at several hotels and renowned restaurants in Los Angeles, including Makani in which […]
Paul Smith
11 years in Oregon 5+ years with WVV 25+ years Hospitality/F&B Originally from Cleveland, Ohio 14 years with Vail Resorts and Beverage industry ever since.
Clarke Quigley Biggers
Chef Biggers grew up in the San Juan Islands of Washington State, fishing for salmon, catching dungeness crab, and searching the shoreline at low tide for oysters and mussels. He began his culinary career at 13 years old, washing dishes at the Mariella Inn in Friday Harbor, WA, and he’s been in the Foodand Beverage […]
Kate Crews Krause
Palm Bay International is one of the preeminent family-owned wine and spirits import operations in the United States. The family’s rich history dates back to prohibition and spans four generations of entrepreneurship. Drawing inspiration from his pioneering heritage, Palm Bay President and CEO Marc D. Taub acquired Heritance in Napa Valley (now Taub Family Vineyards) […]
Brent Ferro
Brent has over 30 years of supplier sales, wine education and managementexperience. Joining Round Pond Estate in 2019, he manages 12 states in the West Region, working closely with the wine making team, distributors and top accounts. Brent’s wine education started at an early age. Growing up in a big Italian family, the weekly dinners […]
Round Pond Estate
Enjoy these Round Pond Estate wines at the Park City Wine Festival. Kith & Kin Russian River, CA Chardonnay 2022 Kith & Kin Napa Valley, CA Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Round Pond Estate Russian River, CA Blanc de Blanc 2021 Round Pond Estate Napa Valley, CA Sauvignon Blanc 2023 Round Pond Estate Napa Valley, CA Cabernet Sauvignon […]
Chito Arreola
Chef Chito embarked on his culinary journey at the age of 14, igniting his passion for theculinary arts within the walls of his parents’ Jose and Olivia’s restaurant in Akron, Iowa.Throughout high school years, he collaborated closely with his father, who ran Akron Jo’s Cafe, a beloved establishment known for serving iconic American classics during […]
