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improvements, Howland will be integral in reimagining John Ash & Co. and making it more modern as well as creating several new dining experiences throughout the resort, officials said. Howland, a former Top Chef Mexico contestant, will utilize his global chef and wine expertise to facilitate engaging cooking classes, garden tours and vineyard dinners. “I am passionate about the imaginative journey of crafting recipes and menus and Sonoma County offers an expansive canvas of inspiration. Our menus will reflect the region’s changing seasons, celebrating its abundant harvest and incorporate Vintner’s Resort’s 92-acre estate that includes lush flower and culinary gardens, flourishing fig and olive orchards and a thriving vineyard,” said Howland in the press release. 4 Marin County appoints new public health officer Dr. Lisa Santora has been appointed as the new Marin County public
4 New Clover Sonoma CEO John Coletta Clover Sonoma has appointed John Coletta as chief executive
4 Winemaker Theresa Heredia launches winemaking consultancy Theresa Heredia, long-
time winemaker for Gary Farrell Winery, is expanding her portfolio and launching Heredia
officer effective July 1, 2024. The current CEO, Ken Gott, is retiring after nearly 10 years with the local dairy company.
Wine Consulting. The company will provide clients with a range of services based on Heredia’s extensive knowledge of the winemaking industry. Heredia Wine Consulting will offer wineries expertise in all phases of winemaking strategy and operations with a focus on high-end wines. Heredia was hired as winemaker at Gary Farrell Winery in 2012 and quickly received acclaim for her wines. She was nominated twice for Winemaker of the Year by Wine Enthusiast. Prior to working at Gary Farrell, Heredia was at Joseph Phelps’ Freestone Vineyards on the Sonoma coast. 4 Edward Jones taps financial advisor Dan Dwyer Financial advisor Dan Dwyer is joining the Edward Jones firm where he will advise clients in the Northern California area. Dwyer has over 39 years’ experience in the financial industry. He previously worked at First Republic Bank and JP Morgan Chase where he specialized in wealth management. “Edward Jones’ culture and innovative resources truly stood out to me, especially when it comes to the flexibility offered to its financial advisors,” said Dwyer in a press release. “From the minute I interacted with everyone at the home office during a due diligence visit, the culture felt different, in a really good way.” Theresa Heredia
John Coletta
Coletta has 35 years of experience in food service, global CPG and the beverage industry. He previously served as president, chief financial officer and chief strategy officer of Peet’s Coffee; chief financial officer of Quiznos; and chief financial officer of Einstein Noah Restaurant Group. “Clover Sonoma is more than just a dairy brand—it’s an industry leader with deep roots in the community,” said Coletta in a press announcement. “From hardworking employees and local family farms to generations who grew up with Clo the Cow, Clover pioneered conscious, high-quality dairy. It’s an iconic California brand committed to people, animal welfare, sustainability and exceptional products. I am humbled to uphold its rich heritage while guiding Clover’s future growth.”
health officer; she is scheduled to start her new position Sept. 3. Santora served the past nine years as the county’s deputy public health officer.
Dr. Lisa Santora
Santora has a bachelor’s degree in biology from Fairfield University in Connecticut, a master’s degree in public health from the State University of New York in Buffalo and a Doctorate of Medicine from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark. “I look forward to continuing to serve our community in this new role, with a dedicated focus on achieving health equity for all residents of Marin. By fostering collaboration and embracing innovation, we can create a brighter, healthier and more equitable future for everyone in our county. Together, we will build on our strengths and address the challenges ahead to ensure that all members of our community have the opportunity to thrive,” said Santora in a press release.
4 New chef at Vintner’s Resort Vintner’s Resort
announced the hiring of chef Sergio Howland who
will serve as the new resort executive chef.
Howland discovered his love of cooking when he was 10 years old and never looked back, the company said in a press release. His career, spanning over three decades, has been packed full of accomplishments. Howland has worked across the globe at top luxury hotels, resorts and restaurants. Most recently, he was the corporate chef for Amici Restaurants in San Diego. His duties at Vintner’s Resort will include managing the resort’s culinary concepts at the various dining destinations onsite: John Ash & Co., The Front Room Bar and Lounge as well as the River Vine. As Vintner’s Resort looks to make Sergio Howland
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