Expert Sources
Sarah Gillihan Communications can assist journalists with experts in the following areas. Let us help you connect with a source who can illuminate topics for your audience.
The Wine Industry x Next Generation: Author, wine expert and entrepreneur Tyler Balliet is an elder millennial, who has been advising the wine industry to lead with ‘fun’ for two decades (yes, Millennials have been enjoying wine for more than 20 years). One half of the duo behind Wine Riot and the IG-famous Rose Mansion, Tyler has authored “Rebel School of Wine” (published May 2024), a fresh, comprehensive, fully illustrated wine book — a pandemic project realized. Tyler is also a keen watcher of the wine industry as the creator of wine-centric events that have sold more than half a million tickets to eager wine lovers of all ages. Talk to Tyler about 5 recommendations for the wine industry (hint: they don’t cost anything), what Gen Z and newer audiences really want (hint: it’s not tasting notes), and what’s next for wine and culture (hint: it’s more than a beverage). Broadcast producers: view Tyler’s broadcast reel.
Creating Third Spaces, What’s Next for Retail: In addition to assembling a stellar collection of food purveyors and retailers, Steve Carlin and Gabe Carlin of the Oxbow Public Market, located in downtown Napa, have successfully continued to create that valued ‘third space’ for locals of this highly desired vacation destination. Not home and not work, a third space has become even more valued, especially as employers call people back into the office. On any given day, the Oxbow Public Market sees freelancers dropping in for coffee and meetings, groups of friends gathering for a beer at the end of the day, or moms getting a break between drop off and pick up. If you’re writing a piece on third spaces or the future of retail in downtowns, please contact us to discuss the 15 year success story at the Oxbow Public Market.
What’s New in Napa Valley: As a 20+ year resident of Napa Valley, Sarah Gillihan is a keen watcher of trends and news from wine country. Regularly, Sarah answers these frequently asked questions. Reach out to her at sjg@sarahgillihancomm.com to schedule a time to chat about what to cover in your wine country feature. Ask me about the following:
Classic Napa Valley is cooler than ever
New additions to the Napa Valley Vine Trail, more access for biking, running, walking, and moving through the Napa Valley (client)
Non-alcoholic Experiences in Wine Country
Latest Additions to the Oxbow Public Market (client)
Sustainability in Napa Valley
Essentials: Time of year to visit, What’s there to do besides wine, Best new winery experiences, Where to eat (splurges and budget friendly), Where to stay, How to get around
