Ep 2405 Felicia Livengood of Gallo | Voices with Cynthia Chaplin

Welcome to Voices and Episode 2405 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Cynthia interviews Felicia Livengood of Gallo. More about the guest: In 2016, Felicia emerged from the University of Florida, diving headfirst into the dynamic world of wine with Breakthru Beverage in Jacksonville, Florida. Her career’s trajectory took her to the esteemed Johnson Brothers and Gallo Winery, where she honed her skills across Indiana and South Carolina. Now based in Tampa, Florida, with her husband, Felicia channels her industry expertise into her current role as the Director of Future Leaders for The Veraison Project. Known for her bright demeanor and passion for bringing smiles to those around her, Felicia is a driving force behind the organization’s mission. She oversees the Future Leaders Program program, steering the organization towards its goal of creating meaningful change. With an unwavering commitment to The Veraison Project, Felicia is set on leveraging her role to build a more inclusive community and transform lives. Connect: Website: https://theveraisonproject.com/ Instagram: @theveraisonproject @feliciatakiya More about our host: VIA certified Italian Wine Ambassador and sommelier with FIS, Cynthia Chaplin is a professor of Italian Wine and Culture, with 20 years experience in the wine industry. Cynthia is a certified wine educator, author, international judge, and content creator. She designs and presents events for embassies, corporate and private clients, develops Italian wine collections for restaurants and private clients and works with Italian wineries to train their sales and export staff. Hosting Voices has increased her commitment to DEI in the wine sector, interviewing emerging and established wine professionals and discussing topics such as inclusivity, equity, language, sustainability and challenges facing under-represented groups and cultures as they move into careers in wine. As a certified WSET Educator, Cynthia is passionate about developing wine education for a future that will have a place at the table for anyone interested in wine. Connect: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Italian-Wines-in-English/100036868372598/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiss_my_glassx/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia- _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow Italian Wine Podcast on our social media channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/itawinepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin!