Some of the questions I’m asked most often by my clients are “What are top candidates looking for these days?” and “How can we stay competitive in attracting great people in today’s job market? “ The truth is that wine industry candidates are looking for so much more than compensation and benefits when considering a career change. The wine industry continues to grow, and the competition is hea
Here’s a 90-day onboarding plan designed to make sure employees feel welcome and appreciated. By Neil Solari When it comes to staffing, hiring someone to fill an empty position is only half the battle. If that person doesn’t stay with your company, you’ve wasted all of the time and resources that went into that search and have to do the whole thing over again. A critic
Napa, CA – November 1, 2024 – Napa Valley Community Foundation (NVCF) is thrilled to announce the launch of two new scholarships aimed at broadening educational opportunities for local students and vineyard workers and their families. The Coppola Family Travel Scholarship offers high school students in Napa County (grades 10-12) the opportunity to explore diverse cultur
October 30, 2024, (Kelseyville, CA) - The Lake County Winegrape Commission announces the highly anticipated launch of its third year of Lake County Pruning School , which will begin December 2024. The Pruning School will once again be held in collaboration with Simonit & Sirch, a prestigious grapevine pruning firm that boasts more than 30 years of research and experience and a
October 28, 2024 (Rutherford, CA) - On Tuesday, October 29, from 4:00 – 6:30 p.m. PST, the Napa | Sonoma chapter of Women For WineSense (WWS) will welcome back members and wine industry professional guests for three ways to reconnect and recharge after harvest. WWS will host an opening reception with optional organized speed networking workshop followed by an insightful presentation b
Walla Walla, WA (October 24,2024) – The Osprey, Washington State’s headhunting recruitment firm specializing in the wine and hospitality industries, is proud to announce its launch, committing to elevating the region’s most dynamic and growing sectors. With an unmatched focus on confidentiality, professionalism, and tailored recruitment solutions, The Osprey helps businesses secure top-tie
October 17, 2024 (Rohnert Park, CA) - The Wine Business Institute (WBI) in partnership with Extended Education (ExEd) at Sonoma State University is proud to announce the launch of a new series of professional development wine business workshops and boot camps designed to support the evolving needs of wine industry professionals. The new offerings provide timely and relevant education to meet th
October 16, 2024 - Napa Valley Community Foundation (NVCF), in partnership with the Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation, is thrilled to announce and congratulate Ana Ortega, the 2024 recipient of El Futuro Educational Scholarship, established through a generous partnership with the Moulds Family. This prestigious scholarship, created in memory of the Foundation’s beloved past presi
We are already preparing for the next (online) course starting Wednesday, November 6: Wine Import and Distribution. This comprehensive course offers aspiring professionals and entrepreneurs the opportunity to build a solid foundation in wine importing and distribution, two critical pillars of the global wine supply chain. You will gain a deep understanding of the 3-tier system, gover
For the Job Seeker – Advice from a Recruiting Expert Do you find that the words “job interview” cause you to start sweating with nervous anticipation? Or perhaps losing sleep at night? You are not alone. The path to winning your next career opportunity can appear to be a minefield that could end your next step in the selection process. This article will help you with the anxiety of stepping
Two weeks ago, we received a call for conflict resolution strategies in Boise. The story, as it goes, is this. Six months ago, a long-tenured employee received a well-deserved promotion. This was her first time serving as a manager in charge of three direct reports. Having been with the company for a long time, she knew the entire operation inside and out, and her supervisor, a director, tru
Treasury Wine Estates, one of the world’s leading wine companies, has been recognized as a finalist on Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators list in the sustainability category based on initiatives from its Americas division...
Job seekers look for more as the pandemic’s curb on jobs lingers. By Laurie Wachter The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted lives and livelihoods across industries and countries. Across the globe, hospitality and sales jobs disappeared, and other jobs shifted home to dining room tables and spare rooms. Schools and daycare centers closed, further destabilizing the work-life balance of many. The soci
