The first organization dedicated to making wine inclusive, the Association of African American Vintners (AAAV), today announced Love Cork Screw founder and negociant Chrishon Lampley will serve as vice president. Lampley brings her trademark enthusiasm and 11 years of experience in the wine industry to the role. Also in celebration of National Black Business Month, AAAV is partnering with leading alcohol wholesaler Breakthru Beverage Group on a matching grant: Breakthru will match every donation to AAAV’s Wine Entrepreneur Grant program made in August, up to a total of $10,000.
Source: Wine Industry Advisor