The Wine Business Institute at Sonoma State University will lead a panel discussion titled, Finding and Choosing Import and Distribution Partners: Advice for New and Established Companies. The panel includes Felipe Gonzalez-Gordon, Chief Operating Officer of Colangelo & Partners and Mike Osborn, Founder & Executive Vice President of Wine.com. They will share insights into what makes for a great partnership in the wine and spirits industry and discuss the importance of having a shared vision among producer, importer, and distributor and the value of putting together a defined market strategy.

Wine Spectator and Whisky Advocate will host a panel focused on wine and spirits sales in a post-pandemic world. Even as COVID-19 continues to impact the world, it's clear that the wine and spirits landscape has been altered forever. Consumer conveniences like online ordering, home delivery, takeaway F&B, and video tastings are likely here to stay. And the balance between off-premise, on-premise and producer retail has been in constant flux. Representatives from these sectors discuss how they coped with COVID and what they see for the future.

Qualified trade buyers and decision makers can register here to attend the Vinexpo America and Drinks America. Advanced registration is discounted at $50 (on-site price is $100).

Safety at the 2022 events is of the utmost importance. Proof of a COVID-19 vaccination is required for admission for all events at the Javits Center. The Javits Center recognizes all WHO approved COVID-19 vaccines. Regardless of vaccination status, face coverings must be worn to enter the Javits Center and in all areas within the Javits Center. All safety information and protocols will be updated here on the event website.

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