Amy Hoopes

In 2007, Amy Hoopes joined Wente Family Estates as Vice President of Marketing. In 2008, she was promoted to VP/Chief Marketing Officer, overseeing all brand marketing for the wine portfolio, as well as managing all four retail tasting rooms, and marketing operations for the lifestyle business at Wente Vineyards. Earlier this year, Amy was again promoted and given the additional responsibility of leading the Global Sales team at Wente Family Estates. She currently holds the position of Executive Vice President of Global Sales & Marketing. Previously, Amy was a Director of Marketing at E. & J. Gallo Winery. In this capacity, she oversaw marketing for several wine brands, as well as new product development and innovation for wines and spirits. Amy graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, and joined Gallo’s elite Management Achievement Program in August 1997. While at Gallo, Amy had a track record of success in both sales and marketing. Notably, Amy led the growth of Gallo’s flagship import brand, Ecco Domani, from a mid-level player, to the #1 selling Pinot Grigio by-the-glass in restaurants. She also held positions of National Manager of On-Premise Marketing, Director of Marketing & New Product Development and Innovation for the Value BU during her Gallo tenure. She resides in Pleasanton, CA with her husband and two young daughters.