Jeffrey Richard

After retiring from the practice of law here in Napa about three years ago, I completed my coursework and received a Certificate of Achievement in Wine Marketing from Napa Valley College (4.0 GPA).  I took courses in viticulture, winemaking, wine marketing, and sensory analysis, and courses that focused on wines of Napa, wines of California, and wines of the world.  I am interested in a part-time position or an internship to get my foot in the door in winemaking or in wine hospitality.  My wife works full time as a sensory technician for another wine producer.  

I practiced law in the private and public sectors for 37 years.  I am highly trained in the art of persuasion (getting people to like and trust me and my message) and am a skilled communicator.  While in college, I worked as a bartender so also have some hospitality experience.  I am only in my mid 60s and am physically and mentally fit, vigorous and ready to embark on a new chapter in my life.  

I am also very active in the community as a volunteer.  I volunteered for the Napa County Resource Conservation District and worked in its demonstration vineyard.  I monitored soil moisture levels for the vineyard manager.  I volunteer for the Jameson Humane organization and write monthly articles on their website's blog. 

• Napa Valley College, Certificate of Achievement in Wine Marketing. Courses completed: Fundamentals of Enology, General Viticulture, Wine Marketing, Cultural Appreciation of Wine, Sensory Evaluation of Wine, Wines of Napa Valley, Wines of California, and Wines of the World.  Cumulative Grade Point Average in all Courses:  4.0
• University of California, Berkeley, Juris Doctor
• University of California, Riverside, Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Political Science, With Honors