Chief Executive Officer Position Summary:

The Company is a leading importer, producer, sales, marketing, and brand-building organization representing an exceptional portfolio of premium and luxury wines in the U.S. market. Founded on entrepreneurial spirit, strong family relationships, and a passion for building enduring wine brands is entering its next stage of transformation. The shareholders share an ambition to position The Company among the most respected and effective premium wine sales and marketing organizations in the United States, while establishing its strategic brands as leaders within their respective premium and luxury segments. The Company is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead the company through its next chapter. The CEO will be responsible for translating the shareholders' long-term vision into a clear business strategy, delivering sustainable and profitable growth, strengthening The Company's market position, and developing an agile, high-performing organization. Success in the role will be demonstrated through sustainable revenue and profitability growth; increased performance of The Company's strategic brands; improved financial contribution from The Company-owned brands; stronger distributor and customer partnerships. Above all, the CEO will position The Company for long-term success by combining the commercial discipline, agility, and innovation required to lead in the next generation of the U.S. premium wine market. Strategy & Brand Growth Lead the strategic evolution of The Company's portfolio to maximize growth, profitability, and market influence.

With a luxury portfolio of more than 30 brands and a concentrated group of strategic brands representing the majority of revenue and margin, the CEO will establish a disciplined approach to portfolio sales, management and investment. Accelerating the organic growth of The Company's strategic brands, including Champagne, family brands, The Company-owned brands, and priority agency partners. Defining the optimal portfolio, The Company composition required to establish leadership and critical mass within the premium and luxury wine categories. Establishing clear criteria for brand investment, development, acquisition, partnership, and rationalization. Ensuring resources are concentrated behind brands and opportunities with the strongest strategic and financial potential. Strengthening The Company's value proposition to current and prospective international winery partners. Commercial & Route-to-Market Transformation Lead the continued evolution of The Company's commercial organization to increase effectiveness, accountability, and market impact. The CEO will ensure the sales and marketing organization is structured around the markets, customers, brands, and opportunities that matter most. Strengthening execution within strategic states and priority markets. Increasing field presence and market-level brand-building activity. Deepening strategic relationships with distributors and improving The Company's ability to gain attention, resources, and execution against priority brands. Strengthening relationships with key national and regional on-premise and off-premise customers. Aligning sales, marketing, finance, and operations around shared commercial priorities. Establishing clear performance expectations, metrics, and accountability throughout the organization. Maintaining an organizational structure that is agile, efficient, and responsive to changing market conditions. The Company-Owned Brand Development Develop and execute a long-term strategy for The Company's owned brands. These brands represent an important strategic and financial asset for the company. The CEO will ensure they are managed with a disciplined, long-term brand-building approach designed to unlock their full potential. Establishing differentiated long-term positioning and growth strategies for each priority owned brand. Determining the appropriate level and allocation of brand investment. Balancing near-term commercial performance with sustainable brand equity. Improving the revenue growth, profitability, and long-term value of the owned-brand and overall portfolio Identifying innovation and opportunities consistent with consumer trends and brand positioning. Business Development Identify and develop new sources of profitable growth beyond The Company's traditional business model. As consumers increasingly expect more direct engagement with brands, the CEO will evaluate opportunities that strengthen The Company's relationship with the end consumer while complementing its core three-tier business. Direct-to-consumer and private-client opportunities. Digital commerce and consumer engagement. Strategic partnerships and alternative routes to market. New services or capabilities that leverage The Company's brand-building and commercial expertise. Data and consumer insights that improve commercial decision-making. New channels will be evaluated based on their strategic fit, scalability, profitability, and ability to strengthen The Company's brands and producer relationships. Financial Performance & Enterprise Leadership Own the overall performance of the company and ensure The Company delivers sustainable, profitable growth. Develop and execute the annual and long-term strategic business plan. Establish clear revenue, margin, profitability, and cash-management objectives. Make disciplined decisions regarding organizational resources and brand investment. Partner closely with Finance and Operations to improve forecasting, performance visibility, and decision-making. Balance growth ambitions with financial discipline and appropriate return on investment. Regularly communicate business performance, opportunities, risks, and strategic recommendations to the Board. Culture, Talent & Organizational Leadership Preserve the strengths of The Company's culture while evolving the organization for its next stage of growth. Continue to foster a people first and one team mindset to increase trust in leadership and open communication. Set a clear vision and create alignment around company priorities. Attract, retain, and develop high-performing talent. Create clear accountability and decision-making throughout the organization. Encourage innovation, entrepreneurial thinking, collaboration, and appropriate risk-taking. Strengthen communication and transparency across the organization. Serve as a visible and accessible leader who builds trust throughout the company. Shareholder Partnerships

• A defining responsibility of the CEO is maintaining the trust of the families and producers whose brands The Company represents.
• The CEO will serve as a senior ambassador for The Company and build collaborative, transparent relationships with winery principals, shareholders, distributors, customers, and other strategic partners.
• The CEO must understand the unique expectations of international family-owned wineries and effectively balance producer objectives with the realities and opportunities of the U.

S. market. Candidate Profile The successful candidate will be a commercially driven and strategic leader with significant experience with international premium and/or luxury wine and spirits brands. Significant senior leadership experience within premium or luxury wine and spirits. Demonstrated success leading a business, major commercial organization, or significant P&L. Deep knowledge of the U.S. three-tier distribution system and its evolving dynamics. Strong relationships and credibility with leading national and regional distributors. Experience working with national and regional on-premise and off-premise customers. A proven understanding of the commercial and marketing levers required to build premium brands. Experience managing a portfolio of brands with differing strategies, growth stages, and investment requirements. Strong financial and commercial acumen, including P&L management, forecasting, investment prioritization, and profitability improvement. Demonstrated success leading organizational transformation and change. The ability to build, motivate, and hold high-performing commercial teams accountable. Experience working effectively with Boards, shareholders, family ownership, and international stakeholders. An entrepreneurial mindset combined with strong operational and financial discipline.

Leadership Qualities:

• Strategic and commercially focused — able to translate a long-term vision into clear priorities and measurable business results.
• Decisive and accountable — comfortable making difficult choices regarding brands, investments, resources, and organizational priorities.
• Consumer and market oriented — curious about changing consumer behavior and willing to challenge traditional industry assumptions.
• Relationship driven — capable of earning the confidence of shareholders, winery families, distributors, customers, and employees.
• Collaborative — able to bring diverse stakeholders together while maintaining clear ownership of decisions.
• Entrepreneurial and adaptable — energized by change and capable of identifying opportunities beyond established ways of working.
• Authentic and accessible — a visible leader who communicates clearly, listens well, and builds trust throughout the organization.

The Chief Executive Officer reports formally to the Board of Directors.

Comp & Benefits:

Salary Range:

$300,000-$400,000 + Bonus, Car Allowance & LTI

Benefits:

Medical, Dental and Vision, Life insurance, 401k with an annual company contribution, Discounts on Portfolio Wines plus many other optional health benefits.

Company Paid Time Off :

3 weeks and 3 days 8 Sick Days per year with the ability to roll over and carry up to 80 hours 8 Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday We believe that great wines are the result of great partnerships with our producers, our customers, and above all, our people. Founded in 2004 and was built on a vision of bringing exceptional, family-owned wines from around the world to American wine lovers. Our portfolio spans iconic estates from Italy, France, Spain, Austria, Argentina, and the United States. Since 2020, we have been in partnership with, family-owned French investment company renowned for its prestigious portfolio of luxury brands, including the well-respected wines and treasured champagne. We have 50 employees and the team is positioned across the country with our Headquarters in Napa, CA. We value our people as our most important asset. We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, achievement, respect, and professional development. Our team's passion, integrity, and dedication drive everything we do — from building world-class brands to delivering outstanding service to our partners and customers.

Pay:

$300,000.00 - $400,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

On the road