Tammy Hoops
About Tammy Hoops
Tammy Hoops is an Account Development Specialist at Aspect Fine Wine with extensive experience in the wine industry and a background in product development. She has held various roles in notable companies and achieved multiple certifications in wine education.
Current Role at Breakthru Beverage Group
Tammy Hoops serves as an Account Development Specialist for Aspect Fine Wine at Breakthru Beverage Group. She has been in this role since 2023, operating out of San Diego, California. In this position, she focuses on developing accounts and promoting fine wine products, leveraging her extensive knowledge and experience in the wine industry.
Previous Experience in the Wine Industry
Tammy Hoops has over a decade of experience in the wine industry. She worked as a Sales Manager at Serendipity Wines from 2020 to 2023 in San Diego County, California. Prior to that, she was the General Manager and Business Owner of The Flight Path Wine Bar & Bistro from 2013 to 2017 in the Greater San Diego Area. Additionally, she served as District Manager for Southern California at Pacific Highway Wines from 2019 to 2020.
Education and Certifications in Wine
Tammy Hoops has pursued extensive education in wine. She achieved the French Wine Scholar (FWS) designation in 2017, indicating specialized knowledge in French wines. She has also completed Level I certification with the Court of Master Sommeliers and holds an Advanced certification from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET III). Currently, she is studying at the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, focusing on Level II - Intermediate.
Background in Product Development
Before entering the wine industry, Tammy Hoops had a significant career in product development. She worked at Vans, Inc as a Lead Product Developer from 2002 to 2005. She also held positions as Senior Global Product Manager at DC Shoe Co from 2007 to 2010 and as Senior Product Manager - Surf at Etnies, Sole Technology from 2005 to 2007. Her early career included roles at Reef as a Girls Sandal Developer and Creator from 1998 to 2002.
Academic Background in Business
Tammy Hoops studied Business Administration, Finance, and Economics at Sonoma State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree from 1993 to 1997. This academic background supports her roles in both product development and the wine industry, providing a foundation in business principles.