Samantha Wall awarded 2022 SommFoundation Master of Wine scholarship
Stage two student Samantha Wall has been awarded the 2022 SommFoundation Master of Wine scholarship. She receives $3,000 to assist with the cost of her studies.
Samantha is a French Wine Scholar through the Wine Scholar Guild, a Certified Wine Specialist through the Society of Wine Educators, teaches WSET Diploma courses on behalf of Fine Vintage in Edmonton, Alberta, and is currently sitting for her stage two MW exam. In addition to working in hospitality for 20 years, Samantha is a full-time instructor at NAIT in Professional Food Studies.
The mission of SommFoundation is to assist in the education and professional development of people working in the wine and spirits business. SommFoundation helps professionals develop their skills, knowledge, and competency through scholarships, mentorships and enrichment opportunities.