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june 2016 / the tasting panel / 103 Save the Date! Third Annual Women of the Vine Global Symposium, March 13–15, 2017, Napa, CA. Left to Right: Deborah Brenner, Women of the Vine Alliance founder and President; Stephanie Gallo, Vice President of Marketing, E. & J. Gallo Winery; wine industry veteran, Ofelia Gallo; Marilisa Allegrini, Chief Executive Officer, Allegrini Estates; and Kristina Kelley, Director of Public Relations, E. & J. Gallo Winery. "Deborah has so many people from so many companies," said Kelley, "the right people with the right message. It's all incredibly collaborative." A panel entitled "Spirited Women: Taking The Lead" included (left to right): Sandra LeDrew, Wine & Spirits Industry Executive; Susan McCollum, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Major Brands Premium Beverage Distributors; Victoria MacRae-Samuels, Vice President of Operations, Maker's Mark Distillery, Inc.; Cristina Mariani-May, Co-Chief Executive Officer, Banfi Vintners; and Clarice Turner, Sr. VP GM America's Business, Starbucks Coffee Company. THE SECOND ANNUAL WOMEN OF THE VINE GLOBAL SYMPOSIUM RAISES THE BAR by Jaime Lewis / photos by Doug MacDonald MacDonald Doug by photos photos / photos Lewis / Lewis Jaime by by nergy ran high at the second annual Women of the Vine Global Symposium in April. Held at the Meritage Resort in Napa, the sold-out event brought together women (and men) from all facets of the alcohol beverage industry to talk career navi- gation, collaboration and inspiration. Women of the Vine Alliance founder and President Deborah Brenner shared with the 650+ crowd her journey of risk-taking, failure and insight to launch the Women of the Vine Alliance, which maintains the momentum of the Symposium throughout the year. From top-level executives to industry newbies, attendees received practical tips for everything from striking work-life balance and developing a personal brand to negotiating effectively. For more information on joining the Women of the Vine Alliance and upcoming regional events, please visit www.womenofthevine.com.