Napa Valley Wine Academy

Karen Wetzel

Karen Wetzel is a highly regarded, experienced Wine & Spirits Industry professional and a well-credentialed Wine & Spirits Educator. With over 30 years in the industry, she has experience in most every aspect of the distribution and supply chain and her expertise can help you jump start or advance your career. Starting as a sales rep, Karen has held key positions within the distribution and supplier network including Category Manager, National Accounts Manager, Director of Sales and Director of Wine Education. She has helped countless others advance their careers through mentorships and best-in-class sales training courses. She has also developed wine & spirits education programs for employees, distributors and restaurant/retail trade partners with the goal of helping them thrive in our industry. Karen is a WSET Certified Educator, has her WSET Level 3 in Wine & Spirits and WSET Level 2 in Spirits and holds expert certifications for Napa Valley, Rioja and American wines from the Napa Valley Wine Academy. Today, Karen teaches at the Napa Valley Wine Academy. She also develops career development content and coaches Wine & Spirits Industry Professionals.

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WINE WORK & PASSION EPISODE 31 – Allison Day – Founder & Creative Director, Good Things Done Right

In this episode you will meet my fantastic guest, Allison Day, who started her company Good Things Done Right from the ground up and turned it into a highly sought-after wine-centric Social Media and Marketing company. Good Things Done Right serving a client list of some of the most well-known, iconic wineries and organizations in …

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WINE WORK & PASSION EPISODE 30 – Amber Mihna – Staglin Family Vineyard Director of Global Sales

Have you ever wondered what’s it like to work for one of the most prestigious wineries in the Napa Valley?  Well today you’ll meet Amber, Mihna, Director of Global Sales for Staglin Family Vineyard.  She’ll share the story of Staglin Family Vineyard as well as her own unique journey in the wine world. Along the …

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WINE WORK & PASSION EPISODE 29 – Zak Miller and TJ Evans – The Winemaking Team at Domaine Carneros

My very special guests today are both winemakers at the famed Domaine Carneros Winery in the Carneros AVA of Napa Valley.  Zak Miller leads the Sparkling Wine team and TJ Evans is in charge of Pinot Noir production. Their journeys into winemaking are quite different but mutually inspiring.  They’ll share their wine stories and give …

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WINE WORK & PASSION EPISODE 28 – Clare Tooley- VP, Guest Services, Boisset Collection

Every guest we’ve showcased on the show has had an interesting wine journey to share, and today’s guest, Clare Tooley, is no exception.  Join us and follow her path from her European roots to becoming a Master of Wine, and ultimately moving to the US as Vice President of Guest Experiences at the Boisset Collection. …

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WINE WORK & PASSION EPISODE 27 – ParisWineGirl, Consultant, Entrepreneur – Emily Lester

When you think of a career in the wine industry do you find yourself dreaming of what it would be like to live and work in a world renowned wine region like Burgundy or Tuscany?  If so, this episode is for you. My guest, Emily Lester, aka ParisWineGirl, will share her wine journey that brought …

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WINE WORK & PASSION EPISODE 26 – Cuvee Collective – Andrew Allison

One of the things I love most about the wine industry is that it is steeped in history and tradition.  Like a steadfast friend that you can count on. But, the other thing I love about the wine industry is that it is constantly evolving and looking toward the future.  And in today’s episode, the …

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WINE WORK & PASSION EPISODE 25 – Wine Unify – Alicia Towns Franken

Today I’m honored to introduce you to Alicia Towns Franken, a veteran of the hospitality industry and Board Member and Mentor at Wine Unify.  In this episode I tap her vast experience to discuss a wide range of career opportunities as well as her dedication to advancing diversity at Wine Unify.  Be sure to stay …

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WINE WORK & PASSION EPISODE 24 – Italian Wine Professional certification program & Co-founder of ItalianWineCentral.com – Geralyn Brostrom

Geralyn Brostrom is an instructor in the Wine MBA program at the Wine Business Institute at SSU.  She’s also the Developer of the Italian Wine Professional certification program and co-founder of the website ItalianWineCentral.com.  And, as if that weren’t enough, she’s a consultant, public speaker, and the author of well-known books – the Business of …

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IN-PERSON COURSE & WORKSHOP REFUNDS & TRANSFERS

Cancellations of confirmed in-person course enrollments and workshops are accepted up to 60 days before the start of the course. An administration fee of $50 plus the full cost of the study materials and exam fees will be deducted, and the remainder of the course fee refunded to the payee. Separate WSET exam cancellation/transfer rules apply.
Transfers of a confirmed enrollment to another course are accepted 60 days before the course start date with an administration fee of $50.

Cancellations less than 60 days before the in-person course start date or course no shows forfeit any refund/transfer options unless students can provide medical documentation. If medical documentation is provided, students can be transferred to a later course. No refunds will be applied.

Course Transfers cannot be carried forward to the next academic year (which commenced on January 1).

Students are highly encouraged to purchase separate travel insurance.

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Flamingo Hotel Las Vegas

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

February 12, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Pacific)

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3555 Las Vegas Blvd

Las Vegas, NV 89109

 

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Mariott Santa Ynez

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

April 23, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Pacific)

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555 McMurray Road

Buelton, CA 93427

 

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Art Hotel Denver

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

March 5, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Mountain)

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1201 Broadway

Denver, CO 80203

 

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Aloft Nashville

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

February 12, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Central)

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1719 West End Ave.

Nashville, TN 37203

 

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Epicurean Hotel

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

March 19, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Eastern)

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1207 S Howard Ave,

Tampa, FL 33606

 

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Street View of HQ

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

January 22, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Pacific)

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2501 Oak Street

Napa, CA 94559

 

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