Julie Albin, Dip Wset
About Julie Albin, Dip Wset
Julie Albin is the Head of Wine Education at Bright Cellars and has extensive experience in wine education and media relations. She has judged prestigious wine competitions and has held various roles in the wine and spirits industry, including positions at Château de Pommard and Drink Me Magazine.
Work at Bright Cellars
Julie Albin has served as the Head of Wine Education at Bright Cellars since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing educational content and programs that enhance the wine knowledge of customers. Her expertise in wine education and media relations contributes to the company's mission of making wine accessible and enjoyable for all.
Education and Expertise
Julie Albin holds a Diploma from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET), which she completed between 2012 and 2014. She is also a Certified Specialist of Wine, having studied at the Society of Wine Educators in 2010. Her educational background includes a degree in Public Relations and Journalism & Media Studies from San Diego State University, earned from 2004 to 2008.
Background
Julie Albin has extensive experience in the wine and spirits industry, having worked in various roles since 2011. She was the Media Relations and Wine Education Manager at Château de Pommard in Burgundy, France, from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, she served as the Wine & Spirits Editor at Drink Me Magazine from 2013 to 2015 in San Francisco.
Achievements
Julie Albin has judged prestigious wine competitions, including the International Wine Challenge and Decanter World Wine Awards. She has also been a panelist for the 2020 Slow Wine awards. Her work has been featured in notable publications such as Decanter Magazine, Harpers Wine & Spirit, and Forbes, showcasing her influence in the wine industry.
Consulting and Brand Strategy
In addition to her educational roles, Julie Albin consults on brand positioning, media relations, and trade strategy within the wine and spirits sector. Her experience includes working as a PR Campaign Manager at PR Volt and as a Fine Wine Specialist at Maritime Wine Trading Collective, where she applied her expertise to enhance brand visibility and market presence.