Throughout my career I have worn many hats, had a variety of responsibilities, and influenced numerous stakeholders. Two aspects have always remained constant; nurturing customers’ experience with superior service and contributing a design aesthetic to every situation – regardless of job title.
At the same time I have discovered, thoroughly enjoyed, and nurtured a deeper understanding of wine. Now I seek to combine these passions.
I want to bring a voice to wine and wine makers. I want to share my passion for wine with people far and wide in new and unexpected ways. I have the skills, talents and drive, now all I need is the right opportunity.
2020 – WTF? – What a Year!
If anything, 2020 taught us all to appreciate what we have, nurture what we enjoy, and defend what we value.
2020 was also a lesson in the need to adapt. Case it point:
My long-term job at the wine bar is gone, or at least on a long pause, but I continue to help in other ways. Adapting their brand to the new normal – TO GO dining – and thanks to the Oregon legislature, now there are TO GO Cocktails – Cheers! – But Don’t Drink & Drive!
I also had the opportunity to share my passion for wine with lots of new folks, some of which still aren’t wearing their mask I’m sure. And I finally got to work a full harvest as a seasonal cellar hand at an urban winery – The wine press does not clean itself!
Let’s hope 2021 is a little more smooth, compassionate and competent.
– Happy New Year
Design Concept Highlight:
SymplyHydrogen
In the near future, the ongoing energy crisis is deepening. Energy costs are spiraling out of control. Governments large and small, businesses, and individuals are all feeling the pinch.
Enter SymplyHydrogen – With sustainable hydrogen synthesis paired with super-efficient fuel-cell technology from Bloomenergy – a solution looms. The electricity generated can be immediately used or sold back to the grid. Best of all – NO POLLUTION. The only by-product from fuel-cell conversion is pure water vapor. Now we can all breathe a little easier…
Design Concept Highlight:
Hotel Vix
A Boutique Hotel in Portland’s newest neighborhood the South Waterfront. With close proximity to public transit, the OHSU/PSU Collaborative Life Sciences Building, the OHSU Center for Health & Healing, and future developments, the need for a small but well appointed hotel in the area is obvious.
Visit the onsite Bistro & Wine Bar – Rorshach for a glass of exceptional Oregon Pinot Noir or Washington Syrah. Take a short trip on the streetcar or MAX to visit OMSI or attend the Symphony. Its all happening…
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