Officially founded in 2018, New England Wine Academy is the evolution of the long and steady process undertaken by Brian Mitchell many years ago, and with one simple goal: make drinks education fun for everyone!
We do this by elevating the theoretical knowledge and tasting skills of both the wine drinking public as well as the professional drinks community.
In short - WE SPREAD THE WORD!
(and have fun doing it, too)
Now offering programs for all levels of knowledge and goals, NEWA has Academy classes that often focus on specific topics, style or categories of drinks, wine and spirits, as well as courses for those looking to position themselves with certifications and qualifications recognized globally. We also offer Professional development courses as well as consulting and program guidance for the industry. With a strong background in the wholesale and on-premise sectors, NEWA can guide those looking to advance their programs, their staff and their offerings to the market.
NEWA has also associated itself with leading wine and spirits educators to compliment the program offerings. With a variety of backgrounds and interests, we feel that each member of our team brings their unique perspective to helping our student candidates learn to their potential.
We do this by elevating the theoretical knowledge and tasting skills of both the wine drinking public as well as the professional drinks community.
In short - WE SPREAD THE WORD!
(and have fun doing it, too)
Now offering programs for all levels of knowledge and goals, NEWA has Academy classes that often focus on specific topics, style or categories of drinks, wine and spirits, as well as courses for those looking to position themselves with certifications and qualifications recognized globally. We also offer Professional development courses as well as consulting and program guidance for the industry. With a strong background in the wholesale and on-premise sectors, NEWA can guide those looking to advance their programs, their staff and their offerings to the market.
NEWA has also associated itself with leading wine and spirits educators to compliment the program offerings. With a variety of backgrounds and interests, we feel that each member of our team brings their unique perspective to helping our student candidates learn to their potential.
Elayne Duff - duffontherocks.com
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Elayne Duff is an accomplished professional with more than 15 years within the beverage and alcohol industry. She has a solid track record of developing and implementing successful programs to drive brand growth, advocacy and customer/trade loyalty for brands such as Cîroc Vodka, Tanqueray Ten, Bulleit Bourbon & Don Julio Tequila. Within her global role for AB InBev, she created a groundbreaking sales strategy for selling craft beer within the unchartered territory of fine dining in addition to the global training strategy for over 1,500 AB InBev restaurant employees across five continents. In the United States, she is widely recognized by distributers, trade and consumers alike for delivering highly entertaining and interactive training programs, celebrity brand partnerships, on-trade brand building events, as well as being an award-winning luxury brand ambassador, mixologist & educator.
"Elayne is an absolute joy to watch working; her energy and enthusiasm is unrivaled," says Sean Muldoon, Dead Rabbit. "She is well-liked and highly respected by all who know her and is one of my favorite people in the entire industry." "I have known and worked with Elayne for more than 15 years, having witnessed her Brand Ambassador career, first hand. Elayne is not only one of the best brand presenters that I know, but she is an industry leading trainer, educator and mentor. She presents with an unmatched energy and passion and has the inherent ability to connect with trainees of all skill levels. I have the highest regard for Elayne and the utmost confidence in her abilities." Tony Bagnulo owner of Bullrush Gin |
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