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For Immediate Release
Registration: Executive Events (866.483.0172)
Seminar contact: Richard Leahy (rleahy@vwm-online.com)
Exhibitor contact: Bob Mignarri (401.885.8788 x11, bmignarri@vwm-online.com)
Wineries Unlimited 2009 Announces Silent and Live Auctions to benefit scholarship programs of the ASEV's Eastern Section
Santa Rosa, California (December 11, 2008) -- Wineries Unlimited 2009, the largest vineyard and winery tradeshow and conference east of the Rocky Mountains, announces Silent and Live Auctions to benefit the scholarship program of the American Society of Enology and Viticulture's eastern section. Produced by Vineyard & Winery Management magazine (www.vwm-online.com), Wineries Unlimited takes place March 10-13, 2009 at the Valley Forge Convention Center (www.vfconventioncenter.com) in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania in suburban Philadelphia.
"ASEV/ES is the backbone of the research that has generated an explosion of winery growth and quality in the East over the last few decades," said Robert Merletti, event producer and president/publisher of Vineyard & Winery Management magazine. "It is important that we support them financially to make scholarships available for our future researchers. A donation to this auction is an investment in our industry's longevity and security."
The Silent Auction is conducted on the floor of the two-day trade show while the Live Auction is held at the Best of the East Grand Tasting and Gala, a celebration that features gold and double-gold medal winners from the 2008 International Eastern Wine Competition. Items up to $399 in value are tagged for the Silent Auction; donations over $400 qualify for the Live Auction.
The Sonoma State University Wine Business Program donated a short course (June 18-20, 2009) in Wine Entrepreneurship that includes four nights of accommodations. The coursework covers finance, marketing, business strategy, and business plan writing. A Live Auction item, the estimated retail value of the package is $2,000.
Gusmer Enterprises, Inc. contributed the Illustrated Guide to Microbes and Sediments in Wine, Beer and Juice to the Silent Auction. With an estimated retail value of $125, the book is considered a "must have" for microscopic examination and tentative identification of microorganisms and sediments in beverages.
Nearly $18,000 was raised during the Silent and Live Auctions of Wineries Unlimited 2008, surpassing the 2007 record of $16,000.
The 2008 scholarship recipients were Craig Austin (Cornell), Denise Gardner (Virginia Tech), Michelle Moyer (Cornell), Jim Willwerth (Brock), Molly Kelly (Virginia Tech), James Meyers (Cornell), Jeff Wheeler (Southern Illinois), Dena Fiacchino (Purdue) and Lisa Wasko (Iowa State).
Individuals interested in contributing auction items should contact Leda Wagner at 800.535.5670 ext. 106.
Attendees of Wineries Unlimited may register for a variety of packages via www.wineriesunlimited.com or obtain general information at 800.535.5670 ext. 100. Early-bird discounts apply through January 30, 2009 while conference highlights follow.
Keynote Address
Karen Ross, president of the California Assn of Winegrape Growers, will deliver the keynote address "The Benefits of Sustainability for Neighbor and Customer Relations" on Wednesday, March 11 at a Wine Theme Luncheon in accord with the conference theme of "Sustainability in the East". (Advance registration is required for this popular luncheon.)
Conference: March 10-13, 2009
Wineries Unlimited offers four days of seminars including a full day of sessions for industry newcomers, two days of multi-track sessions on viticulture, enology and finance/mgmt/marketing, and two concurrent daylong programs: "Red Wine Quality and Processing Options" and "Winery Planning, Design and Expansion" (separate registration required for the latter).
Trade Show: March 11-12, 2009
The "buyers' trade show" for the Eastern wine industry presents over 100,000 square feet of exhibitor space including an anticipated 330 exhibitor booths on two levels of the convention center.
Socializing/Networking
Wineries Unlimited presents a range of social opportunities: a Regional "Bring Your Own Wine" Welcome Reception, Wine Theme Luncheon with keynote address, Best of the East Grand Tasting and Gala, and Grazing Lunch & Wine Tasting on the trade show floor.
About the producer
Wineries Unlimited is a division of Vineyard & Winery Services, the publisher of Vineyard & Winery Management magazine (www.vwm-online.com), the Wine Industry Index and Wineries of the Index on compact disc. Based in Santa Rosa, California, the multimedia corporation also produces seminars, conferences and trade shows (Tasting Room Profitability, Wine Club Summit, and Managing the Winery Laboratory) as well as three wine competitions (Grand Harvest Awards, International Eastern Wine Competition, and West Coast Wine Competition).
For Immediate Release
Registration: Executive Events (866.483.0172)
Seminar contact: Richard Leahy (rleahy@vwm-online.com)
Exhibitor contact: Bob Mignarri (401.885.8788 x11, bmignarri@vwm-online.com)
Keynote Speaker Announced for Wineries Unlimited 2009
Karen Ross to Deliver: "The Benefits of Sustainability for Neighbor and Customer Relations"
Santa Rosa, California (November 18, 2008) -- Karen Ross, president of the California Assn of Winegrape Growers (CAWG), will be the keynote speaker at Wineries Unlimited 2009, the largest vineyard and winery tradeshow and conference east of the Rocky Mountains. The annual event is produced by Vineyard & Winery Management magazine (www.vwm-online.com), and takes place March 10-13, 2009 at the Valley Forge Convention Center (www.vfconventioncenter.com) in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania in suburban Philadelphia.
With the CAWG (www.cawg.org) since 1996, Ross will deliver her keynote address "The Benefits of Sustainability for Neighbor and Customer Relations" on Wednesday, March 11 at the Wine Theme Luncheon in accord with the conference theme of "Sustainability in the East".
"We asked Karen to address the positive impact of sustainability on relationships with vineyard and winery neighbors," said Richard Leahy, chairman of Wineries Unlimited.
"Sustainable viticulture preserves the land for future generations," explains Karen Ross of CAWG. "In addition, lowering vineyard inputs reduces overhead while transitioning from conventional to sustainable farming can win friends with consumers who are looking to support green products. Many people, especially Millennials, know their buying habits influence businesses, so environmental responsibility gives them another reason to practice brand loyalty."
Ross is also the executive director of the Winegrape Growers of America and the executive director of the California Wine Grape Growers Foundation. She serves on the USDA-USTR Agricultural Policy Advisory Committee and the California State Board of Food and Agriculture, and is a frequent public speaker representing the wine industry and its Sustainable Winegrowing Program.
She was honored with the Wine Industry Integrity Award in October 2008 for nearly two decades as "the voice, conscience and prime advocate" for California's grape growers, and has been instrumental in the development of California's sustainable winegrowing program.
Attendees of Wineries Unlimited may register for a variety of packages via www.wineriesunlimited.com or obtain general information at 800.535.5670 ext. 100. Early-bird discounts apply through January 30, 2009 while conference highlights follow.
Conference: March 10-13, 2009
Wineries Unlimited offers four days of seminars including a full day of sessions for industry newcomers, two days of multi-track sessions on viticulture, enology and finance/mgt/mkt, and two concurrent daylong programs: "Red Wine Quality and Processing Options" and "Winery Design and Expansion" (separate registration required).
Trade Show: March 11-12, 2009
The "buyers' trade show" for the Eastern wine industry presents over 100,000 square feet of exhibitor space including an anticipated 330 exhibitor booths on two levels of the convention center.
Socializing/Networking
Wineries Unlimited presents a handful of social opportunities: Regional "Bring Your Own Wine" Welcome Reception, Wine Theme Luncheon with keynote address, Best of the East Grand Tasting and Gala, and Grazing Lunch & Wine Tasting on the trade show floor.
Auctions
Benefiting scholarship programs of the American Society of Enology and Viticulture's eastern section, Wineries Unlimited presents a Silent Auction both days of the trade show as well as a Live Auction at the Best of the East Grand Tasting and Gala. Individuals interested in donating auction items should contact Leda Wagner at 800.535.5670 ext. 106.
About the producer
Wineries Unlimited is a division of Vineyard & Winery Services, the publisher of Vineyard & Winery Management magazine (www.vwm-online.com), the Wine Industry Index and Wineries of the Index on compact disc. Based in Santa Rosa, California, the multimedia corporation also produces seminars, conferences and trade shows (Tasting Room Profitability, Wine Club Summits, and Managing the Winery Laboratory) as well as three wine competitions (Grand Harvest Awards, International Eastern Wine Competition, and West Coast Wine Competition).
For Immediate Release
Registration contact: Executive Events (866.483.0172)
Seminar contact: Richard Leahy (rleahy@vwm-online.com)
Exhibitor contact: Bob Mignarri (401.885.8788 x11, bmignarri@vwm-online.com)
Registration Opens for Wineries Unlimited 2009
Largest Vineyard and Winery Tradeshow and Conference East of Rockies
Santa Rosa, California (October 15, 2008) - Online registration for Wineries Unlimited 2009, the largest vineyard and winery tradeshow and conference east of the Rocky Mountains, is now open according to its producer, Vineyard & Winery Management magazine (www.vwm-online.com). Launched in 1976, the annual event takes place March 10-13, 2009 at the Valley Forge Convention Center (www.vfconventioncenter.com) in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania in suburban Philadelphia.
Attendees may register for a variety of packages via www.wineriesunlimited.com or obtain general information at 800.535.5670 ext. 106. Conference highlights follow.
Registration
Attendee registration made simple and affordable:
• Full Passport packages offer the best value and access to all food and wine events
• Discounted lodging on the grounds of the convention center ($139/night at Radisson Hotel Valley Forge)
• Discounted conference travel from American Airlines (5%) and Avis Rent a Car (15%)
Conference: March 10-13, 2009
Wineries Unlimited offers four days of seminars. Conference theme is "Sustainability in the East."
• Wed-Thu: multi-track sessions on viticulture, enology and finance/management/marketing
• Fri: two concurrent programs: Red Wine Quality and Processing Options, and Winery Design and Expansion.
Trade Show: March 11-12, 2009
The "buyers' trade show" for the Eastern wine industry presents:
• Over 100,000 square feet of exhibitor space on two levels
• Over 700 exhibitors and 300 exhibitor booths (727 and 330 in 2008, respectively)
Socializing/Networking
Work hard and play hard:
• Tue: Regional "Bring Your Own Wine" Welcome Reception
• Wed: Wine Theme Luncheon with keynote speaker Karen Ross, president of the California Assn of Winegrape Growers, on "Sustainability and Neighbor/Customer Relationships"
• Wed: Best of the East Grand Tasting and Gala featuring gold medal winners from the 2008 Intl Eastern Wine Competition
• Thu: Grazing Lunch & Wine Tasting on the trade show floor
Auctions
benefiting scholarship programs of the American Society of Enology and Viticulture's eastern section.
• Individuals interested in donating auction items should contact Leda Wagner at 800.535.5670 ext. 106.
About the producer
Wineries Unlimited is a division of Vineyard & Winery Services, the publisher of Vineyard & Winery Management magazine (www.vwm-online.com), the Wine Industry Index and Wineries of the Index on compact disc. Based in Santa Rosa, California, the multimedia corporation also produces seminars, conferences and trade shows (Tasting Room Profitability, Wine Club Summits, and Managing the Winery Laboratory) as well as three wine competitions (Grand Harvest Awards, International Eastern Wine Competition, and West Coast Wine Competition).