Mutual Friends - Chicago Industry Panel Discussion

Mutual Friends
An Off-Soif Discussion at Easy Does It
Chicago Hospitality Professional Panel

Wine Education in Chicago Hospitality and the Continuation of the Specialized Self

In discussion with...
√Blaine Lee of 57th Street Wines
√Emily Sher of Elske Restaurant
√Randall Bush of Loci Wine
√Tia Polite of Indienne Chicago & Charis Listening Bar

*Moderated by Lauren Hunter Lee


Friday, March 21st 
Discussion from 1:00pm - 2:00pm 

This one's for hospitality professionals, creatives, and avid supporters - check out the public session on Saturday! 

Chicago’s hospitality industry is ever-evolving, shaped by post-COVID shifts in management structures; the growing need for specialized knowledge; and the ever-changing language of taste. This panel of professionals will explore the critical role of wine education in hospitality, emphasizing the continued development of expertise, mentorship, and the responsibility that comes with shaping industry standards.
This panel will bring together industry experts to discuss these pressing topics, offering insights into how Chicago’s hospitality sector can continue fostering excellence, accessibility, and sustainability in wine education.
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