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Spring 2021 National Policy Conference
June 23-24th
All virtual - All members are invited to attend
WineAmerica looks forward to holding its Spring 2021 National Policy Conference on June 23-24th. As with so many events during Covid-19, this meeting will be held virtually. We hope that WineAmerica members who are not usually able to join us for this annual event in Washington, D.C. will participate this year.
The two-day meeting will include a welcome address by WineAmerica Chair Janie Heuck and WineAmerica President Jim Trezise. There will be a keynote speaker from a member of the Congressional leadership and a government affairs presentation focusing on all of WineAmerica’s advocacy efforts in 2021.
Each afternoon will feature virtual Congressional meetings with key offices. We encourage all members to participate. There is no charge to attend.
AGENDA
** Subject to Change**
Wednesday, June 23
11:30 am- 12:45 pm
WineAmerica Spring Board Meeting and Membership Update*
1:00- 1:15 pm
Welcome from Janie Heuck, Chair of WineAmerica and Jim Trezise, President of WineAmerica
1:15- 1:45 pm
WineAmerica Government Affairs: Michael Kaiser and Tara Good
2:00- 2:30 pm
Keynote Address: Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA), Chair of the Congressional Wine Caucus
2:45- 3:30 pm
Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR): USPS Shipping and Appropriations
3:45- 430 pm
Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR): Cannabis Reform and Tax Issues
Thursday, June 24
12:00- 1:00 pm
Federal Cannabis Legalization/Reform, David Culver, Vice President of Global Government Relations, Canopy Growth
1:15- 2:45 pm
Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau Administrator Mary Ryan and Team
3:00- 3:45 pm
Representative Jackie Speier (D-CA): USPS Shipping (invited)
4:00- 4:45 pm
Representative Dan Newhouse (R-WA), Co-Chair of the Congressional Wine Caucus: USPS Shipping and general wine Issues (invited)
5:00- 6:00 pm
Virtual Wine Reception
*Closed Meeting
About
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The mission of WineAmerica is to encourage the dynamic growth and development of American wineries and winegrowing through the advancement and advocacy of sound public policy.
WineAmerica was founded in 1978 as the Association of American Vintners, a trade association of wineries with membership based in the eastern U.S. By 1991, the association had expanded and merged with the National Vintners Association forming the American Vintners Association. The association was renamed WineAmerica in 2003 to reflect its national role.
With more than 600 members, WineAmerica serves the interests of wineries in all 50 states by leveraging its formidable grassroots lobbying strength to benefit the entire industry.
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Member Benefits
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Fall Membership Meeting: Membership meeting held in a different wine region every year.
Types of Membership
Winery Membership: WineAmerica membership offers you direct access to policy makers here in Washington D.C. and a shared grassroots platform with wine industry peers across the country.
Supplier Membership: WineAmerica offers smart access to the American wine industry. With members in 42 states, your organization will reach wine regions large and small.
Association Membership: The State and Regional Associations Advisory Council (SRAAC) provides an invaluable forum for communication and grassroots action on issues of concern to our industry.
Contact
Contact List
| Title | Name | Phone | Extension | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Director of Public Affairs | Michael Kaiser | mkaiser@wineamerica.org | 202-223-5172 | |
| Director of Operations | Tara Good | tgood@wineamerica.org | 202-223-5175 |
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| Locations | Address | State | Country | Zip Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WineAmerica | 1015 18th St. NW Suite 500, Washington | DC | United States of America | 20036 |
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