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Jimmy KawalekWine + Business
A Wine Industry Consultant
Specializing in
Strategy, Distribution and Customer Engagement
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Jimmy KawalekWine + Business
A Wine Industry Consultant
Specializing in
Strategy, Distribution and Customer Engagement
There is no one like you.
There are thousands like you.
See why it's so hard?
Everyone has a story. It doesn't matter whether you are an emerging brand or a legacy property.
I will help you tell your story and create lasting, high-value customers.
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Nuts & Bolts
Who I Am & What I Do
bio
Nuts & Bolts
Who I Am & What I Do
It Starts and Ends with Trust.
Everything I do is built on a simple yet powerful foundation: Trust.
For you to succeed, we’ll be working closely together.
You need to trust me to tell your story—to share why you chose this path and what sets you apart.
Why Me?
I Build Relationships.
My career has been dedicated to one thing: cultivating meaningful connections between people, businesses, and lasting customers. Success in this industry isn’t just about selling—it’s about forging trust and driving sustainable revenue.
I Am a Sommelier.
I pursued the rigorous training to understand every aspect of the process—from farming and winemaking to sales and consumption. This deep knowledge allows me to tell your story with authenticity, passion, and expertise.
I Am Local.
I live in the Coombsville AVA of Napa Valley, a truly distinctive part of this renowned region.
I don’t just work here—I’m deeply invested in it.
Every day, I see, feel, and taste the essence of this valley, and I want nothing more than to see your dream thrive.
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Services
Together, we take your wine and create a brand.
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Services
Together, we take your wine and create a brand.
To truly stand out in a crowded market of wineries, you must excel in three key areas:
Know Your Audience—Don’t Guess.
You need a clear, data-driven understanding of who your target customers are and what they expect from you.Assumptions won’t cut it—precision is everything.
Tell Your Story with Impact.
Your story must be unique, emotionally compelling, and succinctly told.It should resonate so deeply that customers don’t just buy your wine—they become invested in your success.
Build a Sustainable Growth Plan.
A strong sales, marketing, and distribution strategy isn’t just about short-term gains.It must be designed to grow your brand while ensuring its long-term success, year after year.
Here are ways I can help:
SALES:
Distribution planning, acquisition & analysis
On & off premise strategies
DTC Loyalty program strategy/execution
Revenue projections
Travel/trade/consumer event planning
MARKETING:
Brand development
POS/packaging design & execution
Website / POS integration
Email distribution & best practice
Social media planning & execution
Asset development (photography, video & blog/site content)
Media strategy
Hospitality & guest relations
SEO / SEM / Google AD Words
WINERY & PRODUCTION:
Winemaker Retention
Vineyard / Grape Sourcing
Bulk wine sourcing / shiners
what people say
it starts with a conversation
It's Always About Relationships
what people say
it starts with a conversation
It's Always About Relationships
“The first person I call...is Jimmy.
His industry knowledge, extensive network and expertise is unsurpassed.”
“Jimmy is that rare combination of team player, born leader, and self-motivated entrepreneur. He has that unique quality that only comes with time and experience”
“Jimmy is one of the most insightful and astute minds in the wine business and someone who I have been lucky enough to receive counsel from over the years. He is the kind of conscientious marketing person who I value, who I listen to, and that any wine company would be served well by. ”
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Let’s talk
Hey it's 2025, I'm Always Reachable.
contact
Let’s talk
Hey it's 2025, I'm Always Reachable.
Jimmy Kawalek
707.501.7447
jimmy@jjkwine.com