Jason Wiseman
Asheville,NC
Summary
Motivated individual with 25+ years in the wine industry with business acumen and the willingness and ability to take on challenging roles. Strong worth ethic, adaptability, interpersonal skill, and sales abilities to support and drive substantial growth. Attentive and goal-focused with successful approach to cultivating complex best practices to meet organizational and regulatory expectations. Enthusiastic hard worker with expertise in cultivating lucrative client relationships and implementing better processes and procedures. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Winemaking and Viticulture Consultant
Wiseman Wine Works
Asheville, NC
10.2009 - Current
- Consulting service focusing on winemaking and viticulture activities
- Custom winery & viticulture business planning
- Market research for production styles and sales
- Management of winemaking activities at multiple wineries
Winemaker
Burntshirt Winery
Hendersonville, NC
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Management of all winemaking and bottling activities
- Analyzed chemical composition of wines to determine optimum blending ratios for desired results.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish winemaking goals.
- Monitored wine fermentation process to ensure quality levels were maintained.
- Collected, tested, and submitted samples according to quality control standards.
Western NC Sales Manager
Fine Wine Trading Company
Asheville, NC
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
- Created and maintained sales environment to support business objectives.
- Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
- Developed and implemented new sales strategies to update product lines
Owner/Head Winemaker
Brushy Mountain Winery
Elkin, NC
12.2013 - 01.2017
- Managed winery and tasting room operations including budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Analyzed financial statements and trends to manage cash flow and make business decisions.
- Created and implemented marketing and advertising strategies to support revenue goals and promote strategic growth.
- Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
Assistant Tasting Coodinator
Wine Spectator
Napa, CA
01.2006 - 08.2006
- Prepared, produced and documented wine tastings for the editorial staff in Napa and San Francisco under strict deadlines.
- Completed all necessary filings, recordkeeping and inputting of data associated with the tasting department.
- Produced articles for the 'What am I Tasting' feature on winespectator.com.
- Cultivated strong working relationships through positive communications and comprehensive solutions to meet the needs of the tasting program.
Owner/Manager/Partner
Peabody's Wine and Beer Merchants
Boone, NC
04.1998 - 01.2005
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Viticulture And Enology
Surry Community College
Dobson, NC05-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05-2005
Skills
- Staff Management
- Technical Review
- Quality Assurance
- Timeline Development
- Microsoft Office
- Supervision & Leadership
- Performance Tracking
- Long-term Project Management
- Planning & organizing
- Cost Analysis
- Reports and Documentation
- Processes and Procedures
- Brand Promotion
- Inventory Management
- Retail Merchandising
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Team Cooperation
- Engaging With Diverse Customers
Timeline
Winemaker
Burntshirt Winery
03.2022 - 12.2022
Western NC Sales Manager
Fine Wine Trading Company
01.2017 - 01.2019
Owner/Head Winemaker
Brushy Mountain Winery
12.2013 - 01.2017
Winemaking and Viticulture Consultant
Wiseman Wine Works
10.2009 - Current
Assistant Tasting Coodinator
Wine Spectator
01.2006 - 08.2006
Owner/Manager/Partner
Peabody's Wine and Beer Merchants
04.1998 - 01.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Viticulture And Enology
Surry Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Appalachian State University
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