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Andrew Mazotti

Andrew Mazotti is the co-founder and managing partner of Napa Valley Car Club, the hub for car culture in Napa Valley. Coming this Fall- Napa Valley Car Club HQ to the Oxbow District!

Conor McCammon

Head of Platform Technology and Experience for Napa Valley Insider.

Drew Dickson

Andrew Dickson is the Owner of Napa Valley Paddle. He is a lifelong water enthusiast, fly fisherman, winemaker, and second-generation Napa resident.

Elton Slone

Elton Slone, managing partner at Robert Craig Winery, joined in 2004 to revamp farming, winemaking, and sales. Passionate about site expression, he travels the US sharing his love for old-world wines.

Galen Becker Drace

Executive Director of the Napa Valley Hospitality Forum and co-founder of Turnkey DTC. Galen helps wineries strengthen their customer connections and navigate the evolving wine industry landscape.

Ginni Hill

Colorado native Ginni Hill moved to Napa April 2020. A recent Leadership Napa Valley graduate with a passion for sustainable development, she enjoys being outdoors with her Husky or on a track bike.

Jared Kimball

Jared Kimball, alongside his brother Jayson, leads Napa Valley Aloft, Napa Valley Balloons, and Balloons Above the Valley, continuing their family legacy after a career in the wine industry.

Katie Hamilton Shaffer

Katie Hamilton Shaffer, founder of Feast it Forward, moved to Napa Valley 19 years ago to blend her passions for food, wine, and philanthropy.

Kellie Macway

Director of Sales & Marketing for Napa Valley Bike Tours. Guided e-bike tours depart daily from NVBT's Yountville HQ and rentals are available from both shop locations in Downtown Napa & Yountville.

Kira Ballotta

Ex-investment banker, now leads Olivia Brion and Cantadora Wines in Napa Valley. She shares her passion for winemaking and history through tastings and award-winning wines feature women's stories.

Kristi Devine

Kristi Devine, General Manager at The Vineyardist, started in the wine industry at 18. With a Wine Business degree, she excels in brand launching and keeps a "work hard, play hard" philosophy.

Len Tolstunov

WSET3, Calistoga Wine Society founder Please contact Len at tolstunov@yahoo.com to learn more about CWS.

Linsey Gallagher

Lindsey Gallagher is the President and CEO of Visit Napa Valley, where she leads efforts to promote and sustain the region's tourism economy.

Mackenzie Magro

Operations Director for Napa Valley Bike Tours. Guided e-bike tours depart daily from NVBT's Yountville HQ and rentals are available from both of their shop locations in Downtown Napa and Yountville.

Michael Wyckoff

Co-founded WineNapkins on Instagram with Carson Becker and Luke Sherman, sharing Napa Valley food and wine reviews. His passion for social media makes him a key voice in the local culinary scene.

Nathan Davis

Nathan Davis is the General Manager of the Napa Valley Wine Train. The wine train runs two times daily from Napa to St Helena, and the depot is open to the public. Come stop by!

Nile Zacherle

a UC Davis Fermentation Science grad with over 20 years in the industry. Directs viticulture at David Arthur Vineyards & founded Mad Fritz Brewing Co. Known for refined, balanced winemaking approach.

NVI Staff

The Napa Valley Insider Staff brings you important and timely journalism from a variety of sources. The views expressed in these articles do not reflect the positions of Napa Valley Insider.

Paige Comrie

Paige Comrie, the engaging voice behind @winewithpaige, is a wine influencer who connects audiences with unique wine experiences through compelling storytelling.

Sanho

Sanho, a Napa Valley local, blends hip-hop, rap, and freestyle, influenced by Mac Miller and Bob Marley. Performing at venues like Porchfest and Blue Note, he's set for BottleRock 2024. Insta: @sanho1

Vincent Morrow

Wine Director at PRESS, earned Michelin Guide CA’s Sommelier of the Year in 2022. A Master Sommelier at 31, he aims to increase diversity in wine education and mentors underrepresented professionals.

Whitney Diver McEvoy

President and CEO of the Yountville Chamber of Commerce since 2016. She blends her background in political science and a decade in politics with over 10 years of chamber industry experience.