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Team Tuesdays! After another productive firm quarterly meeting, the Veery team celebrated this quarter's successes at Turks Head Wines! The continued collaboration within the firm and balancing business with fun keeps everyone on track in reaching both our firm and individual goals . Cheers to working hard and taking the time to enjoy ourselves as a team! #TeamTuesdays #VeeryCapital #FinancialServices #FinancialPlanning #WealthManagement #RetirementPlanning #RetirementPlans

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Here are the top stories we are following this morning at AdVantageNews.com. ✔️ Former county auditor Rick Faccin dies ✔️ Godfrey restaurant catches fire ✔️ Jersey County Fair is underway ✔️ Lineup released for Alton Jazz & Wine Fest For complete details on these stories plus more local news, sports, and weather visit AdVantageNews.com. #LocalNewsFirst #RiverbendHeadlines #BigZMedia #AdVantageNews

1974. A dubious time in history which saw Nixon’s resignation, Ali vs Forman’s “Rumble in the Jungle,” ushered in a nationwide 55 mph highway speed limit and Barbara Streisand topping the Billboard Year-End Hot 100 singles. Also in 1974? Chateau Grand Traverse starting wine production in Northern Michigan. Foolhardy by some standards 50 years ago, CGT “pressed” on with its belief in the possibilities of the Northern Michigan landscape and now celebrates its golden anniversary. Ali boasted he was “King of the world,” but in the kingdom of Riesling, CGT reigns. Michigan’s ‘House of Riesling’ is responsible for +75% of the State of Michigan’s Riesling sales and +3% of total sales in the United States. 2024. A dubious time in history as the wine industry faces off with a Millennial and Gen Z audience turning from wine to the cheap and sweet of the RTD, Seltzer and flavor-house of the week in adult bev. Chateau Grand Traverse stands stalwart and committed to sharing its niche in micro-climate, varietal craft-wine making with the staunchest of skeptics, ready to savor the future with a bold blend of ambition and just a touch of sass. Celebrate 50 with us. But while we embrace this moment in our history, we have work to do as we prepare for 50 more. #wineindustry #winebusiness #UncorkYourNorth

Britain’s biggest winemaker Chapel Down Group, which in September abandoned a planned sale after warning over a poor harvest and declining sales, has hired James Pennefather as its new chief executive. In August, the company’s current chief executive, Andrew Carter, said he would step down ahead of taking up a new role leading Yorkshire brewer and retailer Timothy Taylor in 2025. 👉 For the full version of this story and to read it first sign up to the Propel email newsletter for free: https://lnkd.in/eyy_THzR

Also from my annual California Cabernet report... New Directions in Napa Cabernet: A roundup of the latest developments from Napa’s new wave of winemakers The Napa Valley winemaking scene remains dynamic and forward-looking, with new projects emerging each year while established estates make notable shifts in their operations. Here are some of the most exciting investments, advances and revivals in the world of Napa Cabernet. https://lnkd.in/ewiHNzzs

Thanks to Quia Bethea for thoughtfully capturing what was quite a reflective conversation for Cuisine Noir. While this article speaks about the rich legacy of the Golden Krust brand, it also sheds light on the hills and valleys of my journey and the connection to a family story that celebrates resilience, diligence, culture, community, and the power of staying true to your roots. You can read or listen to the piece here: https://lnkd.in/eSDVr2SC

WIN Insider series featuring Michael Haney, Executive Director of Sonoma County Vintners! In this episode, Michael shares how he first entered the wine industry almost 35 years ago, how he met his wife, Juliana Martinelli of Martinelli Winery, and the work that SCV does, including their commitment to their members, their community involvement through the SCV Foundation, and their political advocacy for the wine industry. Watch Now!

Spread the Love Spotlight: Gigi Gleason is Founder and Chief Experience Officer of Cork Collective, wine experiences that connect and inspire. After more than two decades designing high-impact events for global organizations, Gigi Gleason, CMP, WSET-certified discovered a powerful way to make business gatherings even more meaningful – through thoughtfully curated wine experiences. She now combines her deep event strategy and design expertise with her passion for wine, whether it’s a guided wine tasting experience that sparks curiosity, a curated wine dinner to deepen relationships with clients, or a Champagne Challenge that energizes a team offsite - Gigi knows how to create moments that matter. “I love the transformative power of events – the way you can bring people together to spark innovation, connection, and meaning. Wine has been doing exactly this for thousands of years, creating moments of shared discovery and authentic conversation. When we thoughtfully integrate wine experiences into business events, we create an environment where relationships deepen and barriers dissolve naturally. And that is magic!” Gigi and HipMaps Founder Rachel met at an events industry event, discovered their shared love of wine, maps and experience in the wine industry – and then realized that they are also neighbors! Be sure to check out Gigi’s website https://lnkd.in/gv32AZ2P and let us know if you would like us to connect you via email - Gigi is a sparkling light who would definitely brighten up your circle! #SpreadTheLoveSpotlight #WineExperiences #EventProfs #EventDesign #CorporateMeetings #IncentiveTravel #WineEducation

The wait is almost over! 3 days until our 3rd Annual Napa Wine Tasting Real Estate Mastermind. Imagine the excitement and energy as you arrive and begin this unforgettable journey. From the first wine tasting to the last networking session, every moment is designed to enhance your knowledge and connections. Let’s make these days count! 🎉 (remove the spaces): https://repro. events/napa2024 #Napa2024 #RealEstateMastermind #realestate #realestateinvestors #realestateinvestor