Thank you to everyone who registered for our Wine Business Group Roundtable, in partnership with Women For WineSense! Every seat is now spoken for.
We're gathering at Aperture Cellars in Healdsburg, named by Architectural Digest as among the most beautiful wineries. Founded by the winemaker Jesse Katz and inspired by his father, photographer Andy Katz, the estate is built around light. The lounge even has a skylight shaped like a camera's shutter.
Chris Dengler will lead a conversation on AI: Practical Uses in the Wine Industry - what's working, what to avoid, and how to put it to use day-to-day. No technical background needed.
📅 Wednesday, November 18 | 4:00-6:00 PM
📍 Aperture Cellars, Healdsburg
Didn't sign up in time? Join the waitlist here. Spots frequently open up last-minute.
He built tech you and billions of others use every day. On November 18th, he's talking AI and the wine industry.
Christopher Dengler was one of the original architects of Web Services at Microsoft, technology that now runs on multiple billions of devices worldwide. He went on to serve as Chief Software Architect for US Airways and has spent over 30 years building technology for companies like Sony, Verizon, Costco, and American Express.
This quarter, AWG Wine Advisors and Women For WineSense are bringing him to Aperture Cellars to talk about what AI really means for our industry:
What's actually working
What not to do
How to put AI to practical use in your day-to-day operations
No technical background needed. Come ready to drink wine, eat hors d'oeuvres, network, ask questions, and gain insight.
📅 Wednesday, November 18th | 4-6 PM
📍 Aperture Cellars, Healdsburg
🎟️ $50 includes wine, hors d'oeuvres
We're down to the last few seats, so if you're in the wine business, we'd love to see you there!
Event Type: Conference, Consumer, Podcast, Reception, Seminar, Tasting, Trade Show, Webinar
Location: Healdsburg, CA
Date: 11/18/2026 — 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
AI: Practical Uses in the Wine Industry
The wine business is changing, and no one can deny that AI is a major reason why. This quarter, we're bringing that conversation into the room.
On Wednesday, November 18th, AWG Wine Advisors and Women for WineSense are hosting our next Wine Business Group Roundtable at Aperture Cellars in Healdsburg, with guest speaker Chris Dengler, software architect and engineer, taking on the topic: "AI: Practical Uses for the Wine Industry."
About the Speaker
Chris Dengler has spent nearly 30 years at the forefront of technology. At Microsoft, he was one of the original architects behind the first Web Services and helped launch the technology underlying .NET, now running on billions of devices worldwide. He presented these innovations on stage alongside Bill Gates and was named one of Technology Review's Top Innovators Under 35. Since then, he has served as Chief Software Architect for US Airways, holds multiple patents, and has led technology work for companies including Sony, Verizon, and American Express.
Event Details
📅 Wednesday, November 18 | 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Aperture Cellars, Healdsburg
🎟 $50, including wine, hors d'oeuvres, and the speaker program
Who is this for?
Our roundtables are open to anyone with a stake in the wine business. Previous roundtables have seen winery owners, growers, wine makers, executives, investors, service providers, and more.
Whether you’re an industry veteran or just getting started, you’ll leave with new ideas and new connections.
Reserve your seat early!
Our last roundtable sold out in 24 hours, with Gina Gallo-Boisset and Jean-Charles Boisset speaking to a full house at Flora Springs. Ticketed seating means everyone who registers is guaranteed a spot, and it lets us keep the evening at the level you've come to expect. Space is limited to Aperture's capacity, so we recommend registering soon!
The wine business is changing. Let's talk about it.
Our August Wine Business Group Roundtable filled the room at Flora Springs, with Gina Gallo-Boisset and Jean-Charles Boisset speaking to a full house. Now we're turning to the topic that comes up in nearly every conversation in our industry right now: AI.
This quarter's presentation, AI: Practical Uses in the Wine Industry, will cut through the noise to look at what's working, what not to do, and what you should be paying attention to right now.
As always, the evening brings together winery owners, winemakers, executives, and industry professionals for wine, conversation, and networking.
Speaker and venue announcements are coming soon, along with the official signup, and after our August roundtable sold out in 24 hours, we expect seats to go quickly. Follow along so you don't miss your chance to join us!
Save the date: Wednesday, November 18th | 4:00-6:00 PM
ONE WEEK TO GO!
In just one week, AWG Wine Advisors and Women for WineSense are teaming up to gather the wine business community at the newly reimagined Flora Springs Winery.
We’re grateful for the incredible response to this event so far, and can’t wait to welcome everyone to St. Helena to hear from our industry-renowned guest speakers, Gina Gallo-Boisset and Jean-Charles Boisset.
If you're still hoping to join us, join the waitlist and we'll reach out if space becomes available. Plans change, and seats frequently open up as the event gets closer, so take a chance and join the waitlist here: https://events.humanitix.com/wine-business-group-roundtable
We can't wait to see everyone there!
📅 Thursday, August 20th
🕓 4:00-6:00 PM
📍 Flora Springs Winery, St. Helena
🍷 Complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres
We're officially sold out!
Our next Wine Business Group Roundtable at Flora Springs Winery on August 20th has reached capacity, and we're grateful for the incredible response from the wine community.
AWG Wine Advisors and Women for WineSense are looking forward to bringing everyone together for an evening of conversation and connection, featuring guest speakers Gina Gallo-Boisset and Jean-Charles Boisset at the newly reimagined and reopened Flora Springs Winery.
Still hoping to join us? Get on the waitlist! Plans change, and spots often become available as we get closer to the event.
The Details
Thursday, August 20th | 4:00-6:00 PM
Flora Springs Winery, St. Helena
Complimentary admission, wine, and hors d'oeuvres
Can't wait to see everyone there!
Event Type: Reception
Location: Santa Rosa, CA
Date: 7/24/2026 — 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
AWG Wine Advisors ABC Texas Hold 'Em Tournament
An afternoon of poker, great food, drinks, and friendly competition for the North Bay's attorneys, bankers, and CPAs.
Reserve your seat and learn more here.
Join AWG Wine Advisors for the inaugural ABC Texas Hold 'Em Tournament—where ABC stands for Attorneys, Bankers, and CPAs.
This isn't a seminar or a traditional networking event. There are no presentations, no client meetings, and no business agenda. Just an opportunity to gather with fellow professionals, enjoy a local winery, and spend an afternoon around the poker table.
Whether you're playing to win or simply looking for a fun afternoon with colleagues, we'd love to have you join us.
Event Details
Date: Friday, July 24
Location: A Santa Rosa Winery TBA
Doors Open: 3:00 PM
Cards Fly: 4:00 PM (all players must be seated at their designated seat by 4:00 PM to participate)
Champion Crowned: Approximately 7:00 PM
Buy-In: $100
Food & Drinks: Included
Tournament Format
$100 buy-in
No rebuys
Casual side tournaments will be available for players eliminated from the main event who want to keep playing.
Spectators are welcome to stay and enjoy the winery while the main tournament continues.
Prize
The tournament champion will receive:
50% of the total buy-in pool
The ABC Texas Hold 'Em Trophy, engraved with the champion's name
The trophy is a perpetual award that the winner will keep until next year's tournament, when they'll have the opportunity to defend their title.
The remaining 50% of the buy-in pool helps cover food, beverages, and event expenses.
Our Goal
We hope this becomes an annual tradition that brings together the North Bay's community of attorneys, bankers, and CPAs for an afternoon of camaraderie, conversation, and a little friendly competition.
Seats are limited, so reserve yours today. Just click on the link to reserve your seat and submit your buy-in, and we'll send you everything you need to know. We look forward to seeing you at the table!
FAQs
Do I have to know how to play to join?
Nope! We'll be sending quick tutorials as well as sheets explaining hand rankings, which will also be at every seat. Just come ready to have fun!
Does the buy-in include everything?
Yep! The buy-in (only $100; we cover ticketing fees) will allow you to play, eat, drink, and have fun for the entirety of the afternoon!
Event Type: Reception
Location: St Helena, CA
Date: 8/20/2026 — 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Wine Business Group Roundtable featuring Jean-Charles Boisset and Gina Gallo
Join AWG Wine Advisors as we partner with Women for WineSense for our next Wine Business Group Roundtable, an evening dedicated to conversation, connection, and community within the wine industry.
Designed as an informal gathering for wine industry professionals, the roundtable brings together winery owners, growers, winemakers, executives, investors, service providers, industry partners, and anyone else interested in the wine industry to exchange ideas, discuss current trends, and build connections. Whether you're an industry veteran or just beginning your journey in wine, you'll find an engaging, welcoming, and informative environment.
This quarter's event also offers a rare opportunity to hear from two of the most recognizable and influential leaders in the industry: Jean-Charles Boisset, of the Boisset Collection, and Gina Gallo, of E. & J. Gallo Winery. Together, they bring decades of leadership and experience spanning family wine dynasties, luxury brands, vineyard stewardship, hospitality, and innovation.
We're also honored to host this gathering at the newly reopened Flora Springs Winery following its extensive renovation and restoration. This roundtable will be among the first industry events held at the beautifully reimagined estate.
Guests will enjoy complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres while networking with fellow members of the wine community and hearing from our guest speakers.
Space is limited to Flora Spring's capacity, and our last roundtable did sell out, so please RSVP early if you would like to be a part of the evening.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, August 20th, 2026
Time: 4:00-6:00 PM
Venue: Flora Springs Winery, St. Helena, CA
Complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres will be provided.
All you have to do is RSVP for free, and we'll make sure you have a seat. See you there!
Save the Date | August 20, 2026
We're excited to announce the next Wine Business Group Roundtable, hosted by AWG Wine Advisors in partnership with Women for WineSense.
Join us for another evening of conversation, connection, and community with professionals from across the wine industry.
More information to come! Check back here: https://lnkd.in/e7RWMsJb
Check out this article by Jeff Quackenbush of the North Bay Business Journal on Mario Zepponi's and Tony Correia's sessions at the Wine Business Seminar, May 21st: https://www.pressdemocrat.com/2026/05/21/how-the-wine-industry-slump-is-impacting-local-winery-and-vineyard-values/