RISE 2025

SPEAKERS

Keep checking back for updates to our exciting list of speakers, mentors and moderators for 2025.

Will Drayton | Director of Technical Viticulture and Research Winemaking at Treasury Wine Estates (TWE)

Will Drayton is the Director of Technical Viticulture, Sustainability and Research at Treasury Wine Estates (TWE), one of the world’s largest wine companies. Will has been with TWE since 2008, beginning in viticulture at Etude Winery and has held many positions within the viticulture and winemaking groups. In his current role, Will guides TWE’s US sustainability efforts in addition to technical and scientific aspects of winegrowing in California. He serves on the committee that guides the Sustainable Wine Roundtable, Chair of the PD-GWSS board for the CDFA and board member of the Los Carneros Water District. Will holds a Master’s degree from UC Davis in Horticulture and Agronomy and undergraduate degree in Natural Sciences from the University of Cambridge. Will resides with his young family in Sebastopol, CA.

Ray Isle | Executive Wine Editor, Food & Wine and Author, “The World in a Wineglass”

Ray Isle is the Executive Wine Editor of Food & Wine and the Wine & Spirits Editor of Travel + Leisure. He writes Food & Wine’s monthly “Bottle Service” column, and oversees wine content for both brands as well as contributing regular print and online features about wine, spirits, and wine-related travel. His articles about wine, beer, food and spirits have appeared in a wide range of national publications, as well as in Best American Food Writing. He has won the IACP Award for Narrative Beverage Writing three times, the gold award from the North American Travel Journalists Association, and been nominated three times for the James Beard Award in beverage writing. He speaks regularly on wine at events around the country and is a frequent guest on national media, appearing on programs such as NBC’s Today, CBS Mornings, CNBC’s Squawk Box, American Public Media’s “Splendid Table,” and many others. His recent book The World in a Wineglass was published in 2023 by Scribner’s. Follow his wine exploits on Instagram @rayisle.

Margarita Postoronca | Viticulturist and Grower Relations at CHANDON

Margarita oversees viticulture for 650 acres of the  CHANDON Estate Vineyards. Her responsibilities include, but are not limited to creating fertilization programs, creating and distributing irrigation work orders, creating and overseeing pesticide spray program (both organic and conventional), maintaining and leading sustainability certifications.

Andrea Robinson, MS | Master Sommelier

Andrea Robinson is a world-renowned Master Sommelier who takes the seemingly daunting subject of wine and food, and brings it down to earth for all to understand and enjoy. Robinson, one of only 26 female Master Sommeliers in the world, couples this distinction with a strong culinary pedigree as a graduate and former Dean of the French Culinary Institute, and the winner of three James Beard Awards. In addition, she has been widely featured across leading national television networks and publications as the “go-to” expert for all things wine.

Morgan Twain-Peterson, MW | Owner & Winemaker at Bedrock Wine Co.

Morgan’s early exposure to wine and winemaking was thanks to his father Joel Peterson, who had started a small passion project called Ravenswood Winery— a job for which he was steadily not making money while working out of a small building along the big curve on Broadway. Though always enamored with the wine industry, Morgan bypassed a traditional Viticulture and Enology degree and studied History and Political Science at Vassar College. After undergrad, he enrolled at Columbia University with an eye towards a Masters in American Studies. meanwhile working at a small shop in the Upper East Side called Pet Wines. There, he met Chris Cottrell, with whom he became fast friends.

Dr. Monika Weiss | Co-Founder of ergSol

Monika is an environmental pioneer and management consultant with extensive national and international experience in helping people and organizations turn potential to success. She has a strong background in collaborative leadership in cross-cultural, multi-industry environments and public-private consortium. As an experienced project manager and change agent she is committed to developing sustainable organizations. Her skills include:  finding organizational forms to fit the tasks of innovating a new technology; preparing the infrastructure and raising the public awareness for product commercialization; valuing diversity to create synergy.  Monika’s work focus is on sustainable business strategies and renewable technologies, especially in the solar thermal realm. She holds a M.S. in Mathematics and a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology.

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Explore @tressaboreswinery with Julie Johnson and learn about their commitment to sustainability, biodiversity, and creating a gorgeous habitat that is teeming with life.

#regenerativeviticulture #regenerativeag #climateaction #womeninwine

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Explore @tressaboreswinery with Julie Johnson and learn about their commitment to sustainability, biodiversity, and creating a gorgeous habitat that is teeming with life. #regenerativeviticulture #regenerativeag #climateaction #womeninwine
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In 2023 @napagreen certified member @dominusestatewinery did an LED retrofit with @mcecleanenergy saving an estimated $14,500 per year with an additional $5,800 incentive.

Read more at the link in our bio.

#energyefficiency #climateaction #wineindustry

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In 2023 @napagreen certified member @dominusestatewinery did an LED retrofit with @mcecleanenergy saving an estimated $14,500 per year with an additional $5,800 incentive. Read more at the link in our bio. #energyefficiency #climateaction #wineindustry
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We’re thrilled to announce the new @napagreen Board Chair, Molly Sheppard, who is the VP of Winery Strategy @spottswoodewinery, a leader in sustainability.

@mkshepp’s dedication to sustainable practices and ongoing support of the Napa Green community make her the perfect fit for this leadership role.

We’re grateful for an amazing board of industry leaders and advisors who bring diverse perspectives, expertise, and passion for climate action to support the success of Napa Green and our members!

#womeninwine #wineindustry #nonprofit

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We’re thrilled to announce the new @napagreen Board Chair, Molly Sheppard, who is the VP of Winery Strategy @spottswoodewinery, a leader in sustainability. @mkshepp’s dedication to sustainable practices and ongoing support of the Napa Green community make her the perfect fit for this leadership role. We’re grateful for an amazing board of industry leaders and advisors who bring diverse perspectives, expertise, and passion for climate action to support the success of Napa Green and our members! #womeninwine #wineindustry #nonprofit
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We all know that sheep are the cutest but why are they in so many vineyards?

Cori Carlson, owner of @napapastureprotein shared the ecological goals of grazing a vineyard, along with this one key takeaway at our recent @napagreen workshop.

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#woolyweeders #regenerativevineyard #soilhealth

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We all know that sheep are the cutest but why are they in so many vineyards? Cori Carlson, owner of @napapastureprotein shared the ecological goals of grazing a vineyard, along with this one key takeaway at our recent @napagreen workshop. 🐑 🐑 🐑 #woolyweeders #regenerativevineyard #soilhealth
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Join us on April 9, 2026 @charleskrugwinery to explore climate smart opportunities, sustainable glass, closures and more ways to green your supply chain.

We will share case studies, hear about climate-smart and alternative packaging, clarify what materials are truly recyclable, and identify new ways to divert more waste from the landfill.

With speakers from Verallia, @naturalcorkcouncil, @cork_supply, Treasury Wine Estates, @freeflowwines, @revinobottles, @keystonecapsules, Wine Industry Zero Waste Collective, @naparecycling and more!

➡️ ticket link in bio!

#winebusiness #wineindustry #supplychainmanagement

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Join us on April 9, 2026 @charleskrugwinery to explore climate smart opportunities, sustainable glass, closures and more ways to green your supply chain. We will share case studies, hear about climate-smart and alternative packaging, clarify what materials are truly recyclable, and identify new ways to divert more waste from the landfill. With speakers from Verallia, @naturalcorkcouncil, @cork_supply, Treasury Wine Estates, @freeflowwines, @revinobottles, @keystonecapsules, Wine Industry Zero Waste Collective, @naparecycling and more! ➡️ ticket link in bio! #winebusiness #wineindustry #supplychainmanagement
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Discover four exceptional wineries united by a commitment to sustainability, community, and thoughtful hospitality.

These wineries are not only @napagreen certified but also @bcorporation certified, and through their “B Collaborative” partnership this month, they are offering a special tasting experience: wine club members receive two complimentary tastings, and non-members can enjoy a two-for-one tasting.

Learn More by visiting these wineries.

@artesawinery
@cliffamily
@spottswoodewinery
@troisnoixwine

#winetasting #visitnapavalley

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Discover four exceptional wineries united by a commitment to sustainability, community, and thoughtful hospitality. These wineries are not only @napagreen certified but also @bcorporation certified, and through their “B Collaborative” partnership this month, they are offering a special tasting experience: wine club members receive two complimentary tastings, and non-members can enjoy a two-for-one tasting. Learn More by visiting these wineries. @artesawinery @cliffamily @spottswoodewinery @troisnoixwine #winetasting #visitnapavalley
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Learn why Natalie Bath, Winemaker at @ruddestate considers @napagreen an important part of their commitment of land stewardship.

#SoilHealth #WomenInWine #RegenerativeViticulture

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Learn why Natalie Bath, Winemaker at @ruddestate considers @napagreen an important part of their commitment of land stewardship. #SoilHealth #WomenInWine #RegenerativeViticulture
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@napagreen has had a number of growers looking for organic solutions to dealing with nematodes where vines are planted. Our partners at @lallemandplantcareusa have an OMRI approved biological solution.

Learn more in this short video!

#soilhealth #vineyardmanagement #wineindustry

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@napagreen has had a number of growers looking for organic solutions to dealing with nematodes where vines are planted. Our partners at @lallemandplantcareusa have an OMRI approved biological solution. Learn more in this short video! #soilhealth #vineyardmanagement #wineindustry
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Join us March 17th @grgichhillsestate to connect with cover crop expert Keith Berns, with @greencoverseed, and experienced viticulturists, to leans how you can incorporate soil health practices in your vineyard!

➡️ Registration link in bio.

#soilhealth #regenerativevineyard #covercrop

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Join us March 17th @grgichhillsestate to connect with cover crop expert Keith Berns, with @greencoverseed, and experienced viticulturists, to leans how you can incorporate soil health practices in your vineyard! ➡️ Registration link in bio. #soilhealth #regenerativevineyard #covercrop
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What is biochar and why is it so cool?

Hear from @napa.char to learn more.

#climateaction #soilhealth #biochar

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What is biochar and why is it so cool? Hear from @napa.char to learn more. #climateaction #soilhealth #biochar
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🐝 “If you build it, they will hum” - Erin Arnsteen, Western Program Coordinator @monarchjointventure

We are grateful for everyone who attended our Biodiversity in the Vineyard workshop last week! It was an amazing day @grgichhillsestate filled with bees, birds, butterflies, a community passionate about biodiversity, and experts providing resources for building biodiversity in YOUR vineyard.

#regenerativeag #biodiversity #worldwildlife #regenerativeviticulture

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🐝 “If you build it, they will hum” - Erin Arnsteen, Western Program Coordinator @monarchjointventure We are grateful for everyone who attended our Biodiversity in the Vineyard workshop last week! It was an amazing day @grgichhillsestate filled with bees, birds, butterflies, a community passionate about biodiversity, and experts providing resources for building biodiversity in YOUR vineyard. #regenerativeag #biodiversity #worldwildlife #regenerativeviticulture
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Join us in congratulating Megan Scott (@love.dream.breathe), our Operations Director, on 6 years at @napagreen. Megan’s positive attitude and “can do” approach to problem solving has greatly contributed to the success of Napa Green and our members.

Thanks for your work and dedication to sustainability!

📸 @brianamarieweddings
📍 @trefethenfamily

#womeninwine #womeninstem #climateaction

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Join us in congratulating Megan Scott (@love.dream.breathe), our Operations Director, on 6 years at @napagreen. Megan’s positive attitude and “can do” approach to problem solving has greatly contributed to the success of Napa Green and our members. Thanks for your work and dedication to sustainability! 📸 @brianamarieweddings 📍 @trefethenfamily #womeninwine #womeninstem #climateaction
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Thanks to the @naparegister for publishing this Climate Connection contribution from @napagreen’s Vineyard Program Director, Ben Mackie (@soilrainandhope) highlighting the biodiversity @grgichhillsestate.

If you loved this article, you’ll love our Birds, Bees & Butterflies: Biodiversity in the Vineyard workshop happening today!

#climateaction #regenerativeag #regenerativeviticulture

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Thanks to the @naparegister for publishing this Climate Connection contribution from @napagreen’s Vineyard Program Director, Ben Mackie (@soilrainandhope) highlighting the biodiversity @grgichhillsestate. If you loved this article, you’ll love our Birds, Bees & Butterflies: Biodiversity in the Vineyard workshop happening today! #climateaction #regenerativeag #regenerativeviticulture
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Friday night dinner dilemma?

Order takeout from @southsidenapa using promo code DONATE and 20% of your order will be donated to @napagreen.

It’s a win: win! You get dinner and @napagreen gets funding to contribute our impactful climate action work in Napa Valley.

Order online or preorder your Fried Chicken Friday pickup for February 27, 2026. Don’t forget to pair it with Napa Green certified wine! 🍽️ 🍷

#dineanddonate #nonprofit #napavalley

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Friday night dinner dilemma? Order takeout from @southsidenapa using promo code DONATE and 20% of your order will be donated to @napagreen. It’s a win: win! You get dinner and @napagreen gets funding to contribute our impactful climate action work in Napa Valley. Order online or preorder your Fried Chicken Friday pickup for February 27, 2026. Don’t forget to pair it with Napa Green certified wine! 🍽️ 🍷 #dineanddonate #nonprofit #napavalley
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Learn about the herd of cattle calmly grazing the vineyards @ruddestate, contributing to soil health and biodiversity, in our latest post from @soilrainandhope.

➡️ Link in bio.

#climateaction #regenerativeag #regnerativeviticulture #soilhealth

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Learn about the herd of cattle calmly grazing the vineyards @ruddestate, contributing to soil health and biodiversity, in our latest post from @soilrainandhope. ➡️ Link in bio. #climateaction #regenerativeag #regnerativeviticulture #soilhealth
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