Currently exploring new opportunities for brand management/ambassador/trade education.Former buyer and Managing Director at specialist importer, the Wine Treasury in London, with speciality in the wines of North America, since 2002. Regular panel taster at Decanter magazine.

Current employer: Freelance

Primary area(s) of work: Trade, Strategy

Industry sector(s): Viticulture, Sales, Distribution, Business owner, Agency/Importer, Off trade, On trade, Buying, Educator, Consultant, Wine judge, International trade, Import/Export, Wine business strategy, Wine buying

Wine region expertise: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Canada, Chile, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, South Africa, USA, Western Australia, South America, France, Rhone, Champagne, UK, Ribera del Duero, Spain, Jerez, Italy, Piedmont, Sicily, California, Washington, Oregon, Okanagan Valley, Provence, New York, England

Market expertise: United Kingdom

Specialisms: Blending, Supplier/customer relationships, Importation, Distribution, HORECA, Independent retail, Events, Restaurant wines, Education, Wine judging