05/08/2019
This speech was given at a conference for women in wine. It is an excellent summary of how to make people take a woman seriously and applies to all professional women who want their voice and contributions recognized. It is also an example of how reflection, self-assessment, analysis, and determination are necessary for growth and success. Having a strategy for promoting yourself and each idea, project, or goal is key! A great read!
Batonnage 2019 Speech — A BALANCED GLASS
12 years ago, I arrived to the US to take on a newly created executive public relations role for a corporate wine company. I left a senior job and successful career in Australia, but here? I was an unknown PR person with no media contacts, no professional network, no alumni or sorority, and ...
04/05/2019
Here is a Fun Friday wine story for you - TGIF!
(FYI, you can find their wine in Pick 'n Save, go for the bubbly this weekend)
McBride Sisters Collection Combines Passion for Wine and the Environment - Cuisine Noir Magazine
Sisters Robin and Andrea McBride launched the McBride Sisters Collection of wines that is rooted in their upbringing and shared passion for wine.
03/20/2019
Welcome! As you can see I have just launched MKE Wine Tasting & Education through my company, Wine Science. Please see the company information section to learn more about me!
I will slowly be adding two things to this page:
1) Regularly scheduled wine classes and tastings in the events tab.
2) Posts reviewing wine shops, restaurant wine menus, and even grocery store wine offerings to help you shop smart and find wine you like at a good price.
In the meantime, I would love to hear from you - What brought you to my page and what courses or services would you be most interested in?