We're excited to announce that Jon McDaniel, the founder of Second City Soil and a well-known wine expert from Chicago, will be speaking at our trade show (USATT) on May 22nd–23rd, 2024. Jon has won numerous awards and is well-known for his expertise in wine.

Jon has been recognized by top publications like Food + Wine Magazine and Wine Enthusiast for his outstanding contributions to the wine industry. He's also received international awards, such as the LuxLife Best Sommelier in America. Jon's dedication to wine has earned him respect globally.

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As a speaker at various wine events worldwide and a Professor of Hospitality and Beverage Management, Jon shares his passion and knowledge with others. His experience as Beverage Director of the 2010 World Cup and his role in prestigious wine awards highlight his influence in the industry.

At the USA Trade Tasting in Chicago, Jon will share valuable insights. So, whether you're a winemaker or just starting with your new wine brand, Jon's conference session promises to be informative and engaging for our visitors. This could be your golden chance to meet Jon in person on May 22nd–23rd, 2024, in Chicago and learn from him directly.

Here are some of the speakers who will be joining us at the 2024 USA Trade Tasting

Abraham Vucekovich, Beverage Director at Meadowlark Hospitality

Kaleigh Theriault, Director of Thought Leadership at NIQ Beverage and Alcohol Vertical

Julieta Campos, Beverage and Bar Operations Director at The Fifty/50 Group, Chicago

Ryan Crane, Strategy at Canopy Growth Corporation

Mark Guillaudeu, MS, Sommelier at Wrigley Mansion

Morgan Harris, Head Sommelier at Saison Hospitality

Arthur Hon, Beverage Director at the Modern-Union Square Hospitality Group

David Keck, MS, Master Sommelier and Owner at Stella14 Wines, VT

Ari Klafter, Head Distiller Thornton Distilling Company, and President Illinois Craft Distillers Association

Sid Patel, CEO and Founder of Beverage Trade Network

Daisy Penzo, Founder and CEO of Tuscany Wines Import

Wesley Phillips, Business Development Manager at Glunz Beer

Brian Rosen, Chairman of InvestBev

Mike Ryan, Global Beverage Director, Acurio International, Chicago

Cassie Sakai, Corporate Director of Beverage Operations - Gibsons Restaurant Group

Caroline Schrader, Winemaker at City Winery Chicago

Kimberly Shannon, Beer, Wine and Liquor Specialist at Giant Eagle, Inc

Rachel Speckan, Portfolio Manager at Maverick Wine Co.

Christopher Bauer, Vice President, National Sales at Wein Bauer

Raj Sabharwal, Founding Partner at Glass Revolution Imports

Susan Danenberger, Winemaker/Owner at Danenberger Family Vineyards