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Crimson Wine Group CEO Jen Locke Named 2024 Wine Executive of the Year by Wine Enthusiast

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Crimson Wine Group (OTCQB: CWGL) CEO Jen Locke has been named 2024 Wine Executive of the Year by Wine Enthusiast. Selected from five global finalists, Locke was recognized for her leadership since joining as CEO in 2019, driving growth and innovation across the company's six wineries in California, Oregon, and Washington. Under her leadership, the company has doubled production volume for Pine Ridge's Chenin Blanc-Viognier, elevated Seghesio in the Zinfandel category, and joined the International Wineries for Climate Action, committing to the UN's Race to Zero initiative by 2050.

Crimson Wine Group (OTCQB: CWGL) ha annunciato che il CEO Jen Locke è stata nominata Executive of the Year 2024 da Wine Enthusiast. Selezionata tra cinque finalisti a livello globale, Locke è stata riconosciuta per la sua leadership sin dal suo ingresso come CEO nel 2019, guidando la crescita e l'innovazione attraverso le sei cantine dell'azienda in California, Oregon e Washington. Sotto la sua direzione, l'azienda ha raddoppiato il volume di produzione per il Chenin Blanc-Viognier di Pine Ridge, ha elevato Seghesio nella categoria dei Zinfandel, e ha aderito all'International Wineries for Climate Action, impegnandosi nell'iniziativa Race to Zero delle Nazioni Unite entro il 2050.

Crimson Wine Group (OTCQB: CWGL) ha anunciado que su CEO, Jen Locke, ha sido nombrada Ejecutiva del Año 2024 por Wine Enthusiast. Seleccionada entre cinco finalistas a nivel global, Locke fue reconocida por su liderazgo desde que asumió el cargo de CEO en 2019, impulsando el crecimiento y la innovación en las seis bodegas de la empresa en California, Oregón y Washington. Bajo su liderazgo, la compañía ha duplicado el volumen de producción del Chenin Blanc-Viognier de Pine Ridge, ha elevado a Seghesio en la categoría de Zinfandel, y se ha unido a las Bodegas Internacionales por la Acción Climática, comprometida con la iniciativa Race to Zero de la ONU para 2050.

크림슨 와인 그룹 (OTCQB: CWGL) CEO 제인 로크가 Wine Enthusiast에 의해 2024 와인 경영자 상을 수상하였습니다. 전 세계 5명의 최종 후보 중에서 선정된 로크는 2019년 CEO로 취임 이후 보여준 리더십으로 인정받았으며, 캘리포니아, 오리건, 워싱턴의 6개 와이너리에서 기업의 성장과 혁신을 이끌어냈습니다. 그녀의 리더십 아래, 회사는 파인 리지의 셰닌 블랑-비오니에 생산량을 두 배로 늘렸고, 제세지오의 진판델 카테고리를 끌어올렸으며, 국제 기후 행동을 위한 와이너리에 참여하면서 2050년까지 유엔의 제로 레이스 이니셔티브에 약속했습니다.

Crimson Wine Group (OTCQB: CWGL) annonce que sa CEO, Jen Locke, a été nommée Dirigeante de l'année 2024 par Wine Enthusiast. Sélectionnée parmi cinq finalistes mondiaux, Locke a été reconnue pour son leadership depuis son arrivée en tant que CEO en 2019, propulsant la croissance et l'innovation dans les six vignobles de l'entreprise en Californie, en Oregon et à Washington. Sous sa direction, l'entreprise a doublé le volume de production du Chenin Blanc-Viognier de Pine Ridge, a élevé Seghesio dans la catégorie Zinfandel, et a rejoint les International Wineries for Climate Action, s'engageant envers l'initiative Race to Zero des Nations Unies d'ici 2050.

Crimson Wine Group (OTCQB: CWGL) CEO Jen Locke wurde von Wine Enthusiast zur 2024 Weinjournalistin des Jahres ernannt. Aus fünf globalen Finalisten ausgewählt, wurde Locke für ihre Führung anerkannt, seit sie 2019 als CEO begann, und treibt das Wachstum und die Innovation in den sechs Weingütern des Unternehmens in Kalifornien, Oregon und Washington voran. Unter ihrer Leitung hat das Unternehmen das Produktionsvolumen von Pine Ridge's Chenin Blanc-Viognier verdoppelt, Seghesio in der Zinfandel-Kategorie angehoben und den International Wineries for Climate Action angeschlossen, indem es sich verpflichtet hat, bis 2050 die UN-Initiative Race to Zero zu unterstützen.

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Locke's Leadership Recognized for Driving Growth, Innovation, and Sustainability in California, Oregon, and Washington State

NAPA, Calif., Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Crimson Wine Group (OTCQB: CWGL) is pleased to announce that Chief Executive Officer Jen Locke has been named as the 2024 'Wine Executive of the Year' at Wine Enthusiast's Wine Star Awards. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Wine Enthusiast's prestigious annual award is a significant recognition in the global wine and beverage industry. Locke was one of five global finalists among nominations across 11 categories. 

"Jen Locke's 'culture of care' philosophy has driven the Crimson Wine Group team to continue producing exceptional wines from six renowned wineries across California, Oregon and Washington while also being a steward for the future of the industry," said Jacqueline Strum, President of Wine Enthusiast Media. "Jen has demonstrated that putting people and values first is not only the right thing to do, it's also good for business. We honor Jen as this year's Wine Executive of the Year as someone deeply respected for thoughtful leadership and incredible work ethic."

Wine Enthusiast officially named Locke the 2024 Wine Executive of the Year, acknowledging her results-driven leadership, as a testament to the importance of her role in the wine industry. With more than 20 years of experience in the wine and hospitality sectors, Locke joined Crimson Wine Group as CEO in 2019, where she has been instrumental in driving the company's growth. Her collaborative approach has solidified the company's reputation as a leader in sustainability and innovation and has been instrumental in doubling production volume for Pine Ridge's Chenin Blanc-Viognier and elevated Seghesio as a leader in the Zinfandel category, a feat that has left the industry impressed.

"I am deeply honored to receive the 2024 Wine Executive of the Year award from Wine Enthusiast. I would also like to congratulate all the other nominees—it's truly inspiring to be part of such an accomplished group of industry leaders," said Locke. "This recognition is a testament to the entire Crimson Wine Group team's steadfast dedication and passion. Together, we have driven growth and innovation within our esteemed luxury wine portfolio. Our commitment to crafting exceptional quality wines and fostering a sustainable future is at the core of our mission. I take pride in our achievements in California, Oregon, and Washington, and I look forward to advancing this journey together."

Under Locke's stewardship, Crimson Wine Group has also emerged as a pioneering member of the International Wineries for Climate Action (IWCA), committing to the United Nations' Race to Zero initiative by 2050, thereby marking a significant milestone in sustainable agricultural practices.

Crimson Wine Group Board Member Annette Alvare-Peters also shared, "I've known Jen for many years in the wine industry and she's an incredible CEO. She has great passion and positivity. She cares deeply about her team, the business, and about the environment. She has a great ability to lead with a vision and integrity that ignites inspiration. She is truly a force of nature in this industry."

The winners will be featured in the magazine's Best of Year issue and will be celebrated at the annual black-tie gala on Monday, January 27, 2025, at The Westin St. Francis in San Francisco's Union Square.

For more information about Crimson Wine Group, visit http://www.crimsonwinegroup.com.

About Crimson Wine Group
Crimson Wine Group is the guardian of 1,000 acres of pristine vineyards for six iconic wineries in the finest winegrowing regions of California, Oregon and Washington. Established in 1991, Napa Valley-based Crimson Wine Group has assembled a portfolio of highly acclaimed producers, including Pine Ridge Vineyards (Napa, CA), Seghesio Family Vineyards (Healdsburg, CA), Chamisal Vineyards (San Luis Obispo, CA), Archery Summit (Willamette Valley, OR), Seven Hills Winery (Walla Walla, WA), and Double Canyon (Horse Heaven Hills, WA). All wines are sold Direct to Consumer and via Wholesale distribution in the United States, plus 30 export countries. Crimson Wine Group is a member of the International Wineries for Climate Action (IWCA) initiative, along with 30+ other global wineries, committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. To learn more, please visit http://www.crimsonwinegroup.com.

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What award did Crimson Wine Group (CWGL) CEO Jen Locke receive in 2024?

Jen Locke was named 2024 Wine Executive of the Year by Wine Enthusiast at their Wine Star Awards.

What major production achievement has Crimson Wine Group (CWGL) accomplished under Jen Locke's leadership?

Under Jen Locke's leadership, the company doubled production volume for Pine Ridge's Chenin Blanc-Viognier.

What sustainability commitment has Crimson Wine Group (CWGL) made?

Crimson Wine Group has joined the International Wineries for Climate Action, committing to the United Nations' Race to Zero initiative by 2050.

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