Join us May 14, 2025, in Santa Rosa, CA for the Wine Sales Symposium, a one-day event designed to equip wineries with the insights, strategies, and tools needed to thrive in today’s competitive market.
This year’s symposium kicks off with the State of the Industry session, offering a deep dive into current market trends, shifting consumer behaviors, and where new growth opportunities are emerging. From there, attendees will explore a wide range of sales-focused sessions covering everything from brand-building through archetypes and earned media strategies, to modern approaches for wholesale success, wine club growth, and social media engagement. The day will conclude with a dynamic panel, Cracking the Code, featuring wine brands that are not just surviving—but thriving—in today’s challenging market. These leaders will share real-world strategies, creative thinking, and the smart moves that have fueled their success.
This year’s program will kick off with an in-depth look at how the wine category is performing overall and what the key indicators could mean for sales in the near future. The conference will also touch on every aspect of sales and marketing efforts including 3-Tier and Direct channel strategies, packaging and public relations programs, and more. The day will close with a panel of brands thriving in today’s challenging market, sharing real-world strategies for success.
The Symposium will feature two data-focused sessions that will provide attendees with an in-depth look at the current state of the wine industry, key insights on consumer demographics, motivations, and behaviors, and how data-driven decision-making can provide a competitive edge and ensure long-term growth.
Additional topics will include customer communication best practices, converting website traffic into revenue, wine club retention strategies, and more.
“Despite the reality that these are challenging times for our industry, there are still many brands who are winning over new consumers without losing the ones they have,” says George Christie, President of Wine Industry Network.
“It’s easier said than done, but what those brand leaders have in common is that they embrace change and find new ways to engage. They’re willing to innovate in how they promote their products and they more often than not, work harder than the average,” adds Christie.
