Faces & Forums
90 WINES&VINES December 2015
Wine Industry
Financial
Symposium
In its 24th year, the Wine Industry Finan-
cial Symposium spanned two days and
included dozens of panelists speaking
about topics from international sales
to marijuana. The event was held Sept.
21-22 at the Napa Valley Marriott, with
a session about avoiding financial fraud
proving very popular with attendees.
Kathy Archer introduced Bill Leigon, who announced his purchase of Jamieson Ranch.
Marc Cuneo of Turrentine Brokerage gave an up-
date about the grape and bulk wine markets.
Nick Withers of Constellation
Brands spoke about wholesalers.
Diane Cline, director of sales at Round Pond
Estate, shared her experience with suppliers.
Peter Molnar of
Tricycle Wine Part-
ners discussed
changes in the
marketplace.
David Freed
founded the Wine
Industry Financial
Symposium.
Jim Smith of Republic Natonal Distributing
discussed how legalized marijuana could
affect the wine industry.
