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Zia Wesley

Calistoga,CA

Summary

Charismatic, well-informed mature woman, who enjoys creating positive and memorable experiences for people around all things wine and spirits. An accomplished world traveler, gourmet cook, tequila aficionado and dedicated foodie, able to engage people on many levels. Years of sales and marketing experience in several fields bring a deep understanding of human relations and social skills, which add to Zia's talents. Able to fit comfortably in any milieu and bring enjoyment to people.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Wine Ambassador

Boisset Collection
01.2021 - Current

Private, in-home wine sales in Marin and the Napa Valley. I Introduce parties of 8-12 people in a private home to a curated selection of fine wines from the Boisset collection.

Wine Steward, Bartender, and Sales

Picayune Cellars
01.2023 - 12.2023

Guided wine tastings for small and large groups as well as food and wine pairings. Greeted, poured for and served walk-in customers. Also sold high end French boutique items such as Hermes scarves, designer jewelry, handbags, Native American art and Jewelry, etc. Poured Picayune wines at off site events and educated guests . Assisted in planning successful wine-tasting events, drawing both regular clients and new customers to the site.

Wine Steward/Bartender/Event Hostess

The Saint Wine Bar
10.2022 - 01.2023

Served dual roles of Wine steward and Bartender of low-alcohol cocktails at elegant wine bar in the heart of Saint Helena. Hosted and served at private and club parties and events. Also guided private group tastings on site with wine education and food pairings. Provided wine education and enrolled guests in wine clubs. Collaborated with owners to create promotional materials that highlighted unique offerings and events related to the wine program.

Education

Associate of Arts - Arts And Entertainment Management

Endicott Colege
Beverly, MA
06.1964

Full Cosmetology License - Cosmetology Education

Vidal Sassoon Academy
San Francisco
05.1978

Certified Aromatherapist - Aromatherapy/Practical Uses of Essential Oils

Michael Scholes Aromatherapy
Paris, France
03.1981

Skills

  • Product Knowledge
  • Brand Awareness
  • Customer Engagement
  • Media Relations
  • Business Development
  • Demonstrations
  • Research and analysis
  • Revenue Generation
  • Event Coordination
  • Public Relations Strategies
  • Customer Service
  • Media Communications
  • Promotions and Advertising
  • Materials Development
  • Image consulting
  • Press Release Writing

Additional Information

Zia is the best-selling author of 14 books in 5 genres, currently available on amazon, and the founder of the first natural cosmetic company in the U.S. (now owned by Haine-Celestial). In her early twenties she played leading roles in two Broadway musicals, then made a comeback in Cabaret in San Francisco in 2018 as Fraulein Schneider. From 2015-2017 she lived in Italy and Luxembourg and traveled extensively throughout Europe, cooking Mexican and American feasts for friends. She loves hosting dinner and wine pairing parties for friends in her Calistoga home, and introducing friends to fine tequilas and her homemade limoncello. Her diverse life experiences color her perspectives on wine and spirits and add an extra dollop of joie de vivre

Timeline

Wine Steward, Bartender, and Sales

Picayune Cellars
01.2023 - 12.2023

Wine Steward/Bartender/Event Hostess

The Saint Wine Bar
10.2022 - 01.2023

Wine Ambassador

Boisset Collection
01.2021 - Current

Associate of Arts - Arts And Entertainment Management

Endicott Colege

Full Cosmetology License - Cosmetology Education

Vidal Sassoon Academy

Certified Aromatherapist - Aromatherapy/Practical Uses of Essential Oils

Michael Scholes Aromatherapy
Zia Wesley