Louis Facelli

Louis Facelli

Founder, Winemaker

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Retired - Wine Industry Professional

  • Education

    • Shasta College

      1968 - 1969
      Associate of Arts Music
  • Experience

    • Facelli Vineyards

      Jun 1981 - Aug 1982
      Founder, Winemaker

      Founded Second Bonded Winery in the State of Idaho Won formal awards for all releases of 3 styles of Riesling Produced new styles of high-quality fruit wines in response to market preferencesExpanded winery through incorporation with two local farmers

    • Louis Facelli Winery

      Aug 1982 - Feb 1986
      Partner, Winemaker

      Increased sales from 4,000 to 8,000 cases in 1 year Received numerous awards & recognition from the pressRanked 2nd in Idaho for sales Expanded distribution from 1 to 6 StatesDeveloped custom marketing campaigns using brand imaging

    • Salmon Bay Winery

      Jul 1986 - Jun 1987
      Winemaker

      Improved systems for finishing & bottling of existing wine inventory Re-organization of cellar equipment to maximize operations

    • Haviland Winery

      Jul 1987 - Feb 1988
      Winemaker

      Recommended, purchased and aided in the installation of critical pieces of equipment.Implemented new systems for grape receiving, winemaking, bottling, and quality control.

    • Facelli Winery

      Jun 1988 - Aug 2016
      President, Winemaker

      Efficient operations management with specialized systems development Incorporated flexibility throughout all aspects of business and production.Strong financial discipline maintained the long-term fiscal health of the winery during the economic downturn of 2008Successfully responded with dynamic marketing and sales strategies Moved from a wholesale model to direct-to-consumer model - The DTC model built a lasting brand relationship with our customers.Developed & maintained a 5000+ customer list using the DTC data Show less

    • Louis Facelli

      Aug 2016 - Jan 2022
      Winery Consultant
    • Fred Meyer

      Mar 2019 - Dec 2019
      Associate
    • Rite Aid

      Jan 2020 - Feb 2021
      Pharmacy Assistant
    • Town & Country Markets, Inc.

      Jun 2021 - Mar 2022
      Beer Wine & Spirits Steward
    • Town & Country Markets

      Mar 2022 - Jul 2023
      Beer Wine & Spirits Steward Lead
    • Louis Facelli

      Jul 2023 - now
      Retired Wine Industry Professional
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Pharmacy Assistant License

      Washington State Department of Health
      Dec 2019
      View certificate certificate