What It Takes to Launch a Cocktail Conference
The founders of Chicago Style on bringing a fresh beverage event concept to fruition
Tag: Industry Issues
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Why Is It So Hard to Be a Mom in the Wine Business?
The cards are stacked against us, but we can work toward change
Gretchen Carlson on Fighting Sexual Harassment
The news anchor encourages women in the wine and spirits industry to speak up and demand action
VIEWPOINTS
How Can We Create More Diverse and Inclusive Workplaces?
Leaders from across the beverage alcohol industry—and beyond—share strategic frameworks, fresh ideas, and actionable tips for effecting change
The State of Gender Bias on the Floor
A look at how female somms, wine directors, and restaurateurs are treated differently from their male counterparts–and how to change the paradigm
What Happens When a Somm Takes a Break from Drinking?
Victoria James, the beverage director of New York’s Cote, takes a monthlong hiatus—and is surprised by the fallout
Confronting Sexual Harassment in the Drinks Industry
Managers take a stand against workplace harassment with staff training programs and zero-tolerance policies
Navigating Pregnancy and Maternity Leave in the Drinks Industry
Paid maternity leave is still a rarity, but some forward-thinking companies are setting the bar
Protecting People on Both Sides of the Bar
Key safety strategies that industry pros can use to help protect staff and patrons in crises involving violence or harassment
Thriving While Sober in the Booze Industry
Drinks professionals weigh in on their recovery from alcoholism and how they’re charting a new course
A Sisterhood Aims to Empower Women Behind the Bar
A new forum where women discuss everything from sexual harassment to work-life balance and financial planning
