Inspired Scholar of Food & Wine.

     Inspired Scholar of Food & Wine

With roughly twenty years of experience in the wine, restaurant, and hospitality industry, John   Mangano has established himself as a leader,   innovator, and master of the customer experience. Through his career, John has distinguished himself as an expert in the industry and is actively sought for by his expertise and insights. He is inspired and motivated by the opportunity to make people happy to the maximum.
 
 In his current role with Foley Family Wines, John has significantly contributed to the world-renowned business success as the Senior   Manager Consumer Direct. His efforts were recognized through the accolades of having two world-class tasting rooms and setting new sales records, service & procedural standards for the company.  Before   Foley Family Wines, his most significant and distinguished roles include   Director of Hospitality & Sales with five-star rated tasting room B Cellars   Vineyards and Winery; General Manager with Leslie Rudd Investment   Company; and Wine Director with Moët & Chandon, LVMH.
 
 John has excelled in his operational and technical expertise in the industry and has been diligent in completing some of the most prestigious and challenging educational opportunities. His most distinguished educational accomplishment was receiving his graduate diploma, the accelerated wine and beverage (AWBP) program from the   Culinary Institute of America in St.Helena, CA.
 
John received his associate's degree in culinary arts management from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. He is currently pursuing his master's certificate in hospitality management from Cornell University. He has earned certifications as a Certified Sommelier (Court of Master Sommelier's), and Certified Wine Professional (Culinary Institute of America).
 
John is a native of the Central Valley, California, and a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy. He enjoys cycling and hiking with his wife Nohemi and two sons Robert & Craig, in his free time.
Inspired Scholar of Food & Wine
Inspired Scholar of Food & Wine.