The nonprofit trade association Napa Valley Vintners recently announced the election of new board leadership for 2025.
Jaime Araujo, owner of Trois Noix and co-owner of Accendo Cellars, has been elected board chair. Schatzi Throckmorton, owner and general manager of Relic Wine Cellars, is the new vice chair, and Ed Matovcik, vice president of public affairs for Robert Mondavi Winery, has been named secretary/treasurer.
NVV is a leader in the global wine industry representing nearly 550 wineries in the Napa Valley region. Since its founding in 1944, the organization has inspired its members to consistently produce wines of the highest quality, provide environmental leadership and care for the Napa Valley community, according to a news release.
"It's a tremendous honor to be elected board chair of NVV, and I feel a strong sense of responsibility toward our community, especially at such a challenging time for our industry," Araujo said. "I'm excited to work alongside my fellow vintners and the amazing staff at the Napa Vintners to carry forward the mission and values that have made this organization a leader in our industry.
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"In the year ahead, we will all need to work together to ensure that Napa Valley continues to thrive. Thankfully, working together is and has always been one of Napa's great strengths," said Araujo.
Through its signature marketing initiatives, advocacy efforts and robust member services, NVV acts as the central resource and voice for Napa Valley's wine industry. This year, NVV marked a significant milestone, celebrating its 80th anniversary.
NVV has also played a key role in fostering a strong community through its charitable efforts. Since 1981, the organization has invested more than $230 million to improve access to health care and create opportunities for youth to succeed with a focus on children's education, mental health and well-being, after-school programming, and family support.
Beginning on Jan. 1, the full 11-member NVV board of directors will also include: Malek Amrani, owner and CEO, The Vice; Robin Baggett, owner and managing partner, Alpha Omega; Jason Lede, general manager, Cliff Lede Vineyards; Carlton McCoy, president and CEO, Heitz Cellar; Glenn Salva, officer, Antinori Napa Valley; Emma Swain, CEO, St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery; Elizabeth Vianna, winemaker/general manager, Chimney Rock Winery; Donna Walker, proprietor, Pulido~Walker Estate Vineyard and Winery; and Cyril Chappellet, president and CEO of Chappellet Vineyard, as past NVV board chair and adviser to the board.
For more information, visit napavintners.com.
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