Winery owners and managers will get hands-on training for how to build a direct to consumer sales strategic plan, manage DTC sales channels and build long-term consumer engagement strategies. 4-Part Web Training Program designed for direct sales teams.
UNIFIED Symposium Session Title: Path to Market for Smaller Wineries beyond the Tasting Room Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops is a confirmed speaker at UNIFIED Symposium in Sacramento. Session Description: With fewer personnel, limited resources and consolidated distribution channels, small wineries can face an uphill battle in getting to market and brand building. In this session, owner / winemakers and experts that have successfully broken through beyond their small winery tasting rooms will […]
Tasting room teams will get hands-on training in this expert webinar program.
Direct wine sales teams get hands-on phone sales training in this expert webinar.
Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops, will share best practices for conducting successful call campaigns as it relates to customer retention, customer win-back and sales promotions. This live webinar includes two Q & A sessions and a Telesales and Account Management Checklist. REGISTER HERE Key Take-Away's Include: Presentation of Top Telesales Workflows to retain and grow direct wine sales Tips for configuring telesales workflows in your existing contact management environment Hands-On Training on how […]
Virtual Wine Tasting Setup in 5 Steps or Less Ready to offer Virtual Wine Tastings to a variety of brand loyalists from the comfort of their spaces? Get hands-on training for how to develop high-impact experiences. This webinar is provided by Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops and Consumer Engagement Specialist. REGISTER HERE Can't make this date? 2nd date added on March 23rd - find details HERE Each attendee will get questions answered in […]
Virtual Wine Tasting Setup in 5 Steps or Less Ready to offer Virtual Wine Tastings to a variety of brand loyalists from the comfort of their spaces? Get hands-on training for how to develop high-impact experiences. This webinar is provided by Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops and Consumer Engagement Specialist. REGISTER HERE Each attendee will get questions answered in two Q&A periods and also receive a Checklist Handout with key points and resource […]
Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops, will share best practices for conducting successful call campaigns as it relates to customer retention, customer win-back and sales promotions. This live webinar includes two Q & A sessions and a Telesales and Account Management Checklist. REGISTER HERE Key Take-Away's Include: Presentation of Top Telesales Workflows to retain and grow direct wine sales Tips for configuring telesales workflows in your existing contact management environment Hands-On Training on how […]
Wine club sales represent about 60% of direct wine sales income for wine brands who are getting it right. Consumers have an overwhelming amount of choice when deciding which wine club to join. Most wine club members tend to be members of 2-5 clubs consecutively and time is being divided among several club events and pickup parties. Winery teams need to offer straight-forward and appealing membership options to convert 15-25% of tasting room visitors to […]
Virtual Wine Tasting Setup in 5 Steps or Less Ready to offer Virtual Wine Tastings and Events to a variety of brand loyalists from the comfort of their spaces? Get hands-on training for how to develop and deliver high-impact experiences. This webinar is provided by Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops and Consumer Engagement Specialist. Ideal for winery owners, hospitality managers, marketing managers, tasting room hosts and wine educators. REGISTER HERE Each attendee will […]
Tasting Room Training Webinar: CONNECT - QUALIFY - CONVERT In this hands-on workshop, DTC Wine Workshops founder, Sandra Hess, will reveal lessons learned while teaching tasting room teams of all sizes across the nation. With over 10,000 wineries across the US, consumers have more choice now than ever when it comes to tasting room visitation. Attendees will learn how to better connect with first-time customers and qualify a variety of visitors using effective storytelling and tools. […]
Sandra Hess Direct Wine Sales Presentation - Finger Lakes Sandra Hess will present a Winery Workshop on April 2nd "Selling Wine in Today’s E- Economy" and also a general keynote address on April 3rd on "Luxury Retail Sales Tools". Direct to consumer wine sales topics will include: Best practices for engaging with today's wine consumer. Wine consumer journey mapping. Wine consumer engagement strategies and communication methods. Selling to a luxury wine buyer through all retail […]
"Top Social Media Engagement Tools & Virtual Winery Offerings during SIP” Webinar presented by Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops. This web training includes: 1. Top 5 Tools for meeting wine consumers where they are virtually and socially. 2. Step by Step Guidance for developing virtual tasting and events for a variety of audiences. 3. Best practices for selection of online meeting software and virtual presentation tools. 4. Tips for "What to do" as […]
Ready to offer Virtual Wine Tastings and Events to a variety of brand loyalists from the comfort of their spaces? Get hands-on training for how to develop and deliver high-impact experiences. This webinar is provided by Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops and Consumer Engagement Specialist. Each attendee will get questions answered in two Q&A periods and receive a Checklist Handout with key points/resource links. REGISTER HERE This web training includes: 1. Best practices […]
Sandra Hess returns to present her annual DTC Wine Workshop ONLINE for members of the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance. This year, the topic is "Key Wine Consumer Communication Tools".  On April 15th, Sandra will share best practices for better communicating with wine brand loyalists using a variety of avenues and tools. Sandra will share key insights around winning wine consumer engagement strategies. Workshop attendees will receive case studies, learn best practices and practice proven methods […]
In this hands-on workshop, DTC Wine Workshops founder, Sandra Hess, will reveal lessons learned while teaching tasting room teams of all sizes across the nation. With over 10,000 wineries across the US, consumers have more choice now than ever when it comes to tasting room visitation. Attendees will learn how to better connect with first-time customers and qualify a variety of visitors using effective storytelling and tools. REGISTER HERE for the Tasting Room Training Webinar: CONNECT […]
Sandra Hess Moderating a Digital Wine Marketing Panel at Gloria Ferrer Sonoma, CA Women for WineSense Napa Sonoma Chapter presents "Marketing Roundtable Seminar: Top Digital Marketing Tools & Tactics for 2020" taking place on April 29th 10:00-11:30. NOTE; THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DURING SHELTER IN PLACE AND NEW DATE WILL BE ANNOUNCED. Ideal for any winery manager or small winery owner responsible for increasing visitation and direct wine sales. This panel discussion will be […]
On May 11th, Sandra Hess presents "Top 5 Wine Consumer Engagement Strategies for 2020" Webinar for Members of the Livermore Valley Winegrowers Association. This 3-hour web training includes two whiteboard exercises, a Checklist Handout and Q&A Session to ensure all attendees leave with tools needed to make improvements. This educational event is a part of a 4-part series and sponsored by the Livermore Valley Winegrowers Association . Members can register by contacting LVWGA directly.
US Virtual Winery Summit Series: Doing Business in a Changing Landscape DTC Wine Workshops launches the first of its kind, "US Virtual Winery Summit" monthly series ideal for winery owners & managers. REGISTER HERE WHAT? DTC Wine Workshops is launching the first of its kind, “US Virtual Winery Summit Series: Doing Business in a Changing Landscape”. This ongoing training and support program will help attendees navigate through many new decisions. Members of the Wine Institute […]
Top 5 Wine Consumer Engagement Strategies for 2020 Members of the New York Wine & Grape Foundation will join Sandra Hess, Wine Consumer Engagement Specialist & Founder of DTC Wine Workshops, as she discusses Tasting Room & Direct-to-Consumer tactics to help New York's wine industry excel. Hands-on instruction, case studies, checklist handout and resources. In response to the growing need to address sales strategies in the wake of Covid-19, the New York Wine & Grape […]
Webinar: “Top Digital Storytelling Tools to Communicate Wine Brand Trust” Consumers have more choice than ever when engaging with a winery. Get top tools for connecting and building brand trust through effective digital storytelling. REGISTER HERE The Problem: ​ Many small wine brand teams don’t understand how telling their story digitally can lead to long-term customer loyalty. In many cases, they aren't even sure where to start. Many winery owners and stakeholders are worried about […]
Ready to offer Virtual Wine Tastings and Events? Get hands-on training for how to develop and deliver high-impact experiences in the Virtual Wine Tasting Setup Webinar. BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Ready to offer Virtual Wine Tastings and Events to a variety of brand loyalists from the comfort of their spaces? Get hands-on training for how to develop and deliver high-impact experiences. This webinar is provided by Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops and Consumer […]
With over 10,000 wineries across the US, consumers have more choice now than ever when it comes to tasting room visitation. In the "Tasting Room Sales Webinar: Connect-Qualify-Convert", DTC Wine Workshops founder, Sandra Hess, will reveal lessons learned while teaching tasting room teams of all sizes across the nation. With over 10,000 wineries across the US, consumers have more choice now than ever when it comes to tasting room visitation. Attendees will learn how to […]
As wineries and tasting rooms open back up, it is up to winery teams to build trust with consumers and make them feel safe when choosing which wineries to visit. Social media, email campaigns, and video marketing are some of the top ways that a wine brand can create a story that will communicate proper expectations and help sell wine. REGISTER HERE Learn more about how YOU can craft your brand story to build trust […]
Ready to meet your wine consumers and enthusiasts where they are? Up your digital game during a Pandemic and beyond with hands-on training and tools. This webinar, led by Laura Perret Fontana, will help attendees make the Top 5 digital marketing updates and improvements to encourage online sales, virtual engagements and long-term reengagement with a wine brand. REGISTER HERE Webinar attendees will receive actionable tools both big and small that will make a positive impact […]
Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops, will share best practices for conducting successful call campaigns as it relates to customer retention and direct sales campaigns. REGISTER HERE Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops, will share best practices for conducting successful call campaigns as it relates to customer retention, customer win-back and sales promotions. This live webinar includes two Q & A sessions and a Telesales and Account Management Checklist. Key Take-Away's Include: Presentation […]
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Ready to offer Virtual Wine Tastings and Events to a variety of brand loyalists from the comfort of their spaces? Get hands-on training for how to develop and deliver high-impact experiences. This webinar is provided by Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops and Consumer Engagement Specialist. Each attendee will get questions answered in two Q&A periods and receive a Checklist Handout with key points/resource links. REGISTER HERE This web training […]
This hands-on web training is ideal for any hospitality professional or winery stakeholder ready to improve customer engagement! REGISTER HERE Co-hosted by CANVAS and DTC Wine Workshops - this hands-on web training is ideal for any hospitality professional or winery stakeholder responsible for direct to consumer sales, membership programs, marketing and hospitality staff training. Today's connected consumer wants high-touch interactions and engagement pre-visit, at-visit and post visit. Now is the time to update communication tools […]
This hands-on training is ideal for small winery owners and managers responsible for direct sales and consumer engagement strategies. Overview: The 2020 pandemic taught direct-to consumer winery teams how to cater to a variety of consumer audiences with virtual, digital, and reservation tasting style experiences. As we go beyond the tasting room to build holistic approaches, winery owners and executives have a variety of options for building-long term success. Attendees will get hands-on education and […]
Join Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops, as she moderates an important discussion about the success of Virtual Winery Offerings between March and December 2020. Three winery executives representing small, mid-size and large winer producers will share key insights and also what not to do in this 45 minute session on January 22nd at 11:00. Visit the DTC Wine Symposium website to register for this session and view the full conference lineup HERE.
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Ready to offer Virtual Wine Tastings and Events to a variety of brand loyalists from the comfort of their spaces? Get hands-on training for how to develop and deliver high-impact experiences. This webinar is provided by Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops and Consumer Engagement Specialist. Each attendee will get questions answered in two Q&A periods and receive a Checklist Handout with key points/resource links. REGISTER HERE This web training […]
Wine club sales represent about 60% of direct wine sales income for wine brands who are getting it right. Consumers have an overwhelming amount of choice when deciding which wine club to join. Most wine club members tend to be members of 2-5 clubs consecutively and time is being divided among several club events and pickup parties. Winery teams need to offer straight-forward and appealing membership options to convert 15-25% of tasting room visitors to […]
DTC Wine Workshops founder, Sandra Hess, is set to moderate a lively discussion at this year's Virtual Wine Industry Network Symposium. In an era filled with fires and illness, there has never been a better time to strengthen the personal relationships we have with our wine consumers. Sandra Hess, Consumer Engagement Specialist and founder of DTC Wine Workshops, will moderate an insightful discussion between three winery executives who represent small, mid, and large wine brands […]
DTC Wine Sales Training: Developing All-Star Teams (2-Part Webinar) is ideal for any winery manager responsible for direct wine sales, hospitality management, guest services, events, membership, and/or training programs. With over 11,045 US wine brands competing for the attention of wine enthusiasts today, time is now the #1 commodity of most luxury wine consumers. How winery teams make guests feel is the key differentiator when developing high-performing hospitality professionals. Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine […]
On October 28th, Sandra Hess joins the Brewers Association to speak on Direct to Consumer Strategies and Best Practices! If you are a member, be sure to register HERE.
Get Hands-On Instruction & Tools Ideal for Winery Owners, Stakeholders, and Managers. Leverage Proven Methods & Winning Formulas. REGISTER HERE Sandra Hess, wine consumer engagement specialist and founder of DTC Wine Workshops consulting agency will share winning formulas in this hands-on webinar. Participants will get questions answered in two Q & A Sessions, receive a Webinar Checklist and leave with these Key Learnings: 1. A review of most effective DTC Manager Compensation Programs that Best […]
Get Hands-On Instruction & Tools Ideal for Winery Owners, Stakeholders, and Managers. Leverage Proven Methods & Winning Formulas. REGISTER HERE BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Sandra Hess, wine consumer engagement specialist and founder of DTC Wine Workshops consulting agency will share winning formulas in this hands-on webinar. Participants will get questions answered in two Q & A Sessions, receive a Webinar Checklist and leave with these Key Learnings: 1. A review of most effective DTC Manager […]
Get Hands-On Instruction & Tools Ideal for Winery Owners, Stakeholders, and Managers. Leverage Proven Methods & Winning Formulas. SOLD OUT! We invite you to join the next web program on February 8th - REGISTER HERE. BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Sandra Hess, wine consumer engagement specialist and founder of DTC Wine Workshops consulting agency will share winning formulas in this hands-on webinar. Participants will get questions answered in two Q & A Sessions, receive a Webinar […]
Get Hands-On Instruction & Tools Ideal for Winery Owners, Stakeholders, and Managers. Leverage Proven Methods & Winning Formulas. REGISTER HERE BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Sandra Hess, wine consumer engagement specialist and founder of DTC Wine Workshops consulting agency will share winning formulas in this hands-on webinar. Participants will get questions answered in two Q & A Sessions, receive a Webinar Checklist and leave with these Key Learnings: 1. A review of most effective DTC Manager […]
Sandra Hess, founder of DTC Wine Workshops, will join the panelists at the Winery Talent Retention session kicking off at 10:00 am pacific on February 9th! Learn more and REGISTER HERE Despite the challenges over the last two years, the wine industry has persevered—leaders have continued to evolve their businesses, building stronger, more resilient operations. The key to this success: full understanding of the current economic conditions, and best practices for maintaining a modern wine […]