Welcome to Episode 1943 on Italian Wine Podcast, Masterclass US Wine Market With Juliana Colangelo. In today's episode, she interviews Ryan Robinson. They discuss the Italian wine market scene in Connecticut, exploring its opportunities and future trends. More about today’s guest: Currently residing between Segovia, Spain and Connecticut, USA, Ryan Robinson is the Director of Education for Brescome-Barton Inc. & Worldwide Wines in Connecticut. He also serves as Wine Director at the Cornerstone Restaurant Group in North America & South Korea. Outside of distribution and restaurants, Ryan is a Professor at the University of New Haven. Among the credentials he achieved are: Advanced Sommelier-CMSA; WSET Diploma and WSET Educator in Wine, Sake, and Beer; Rioja Wine Educator; Wine Scholar Guild Educator; Spanish Wine Specialist. He is also a Certified Scotch Whisky Professional from the Council of Whisky Masters Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sommryan/  Website: https://www.guildsomm.com/public_content/features/podcasts/b/guild_podcasts/posts/tasting-with-guildsomm-blind-wine-with-ryan-robinson  More about Juliana Colangelo: Juliana Colangelo is a leading communications and marketing professional for the beverage alcohol industry. Currently, Juliana is a Senior Brand Manager at Frederick Wildman, where she is focused on building their Italian wine portfolio. Prior to that, she led the California Division as a Vice President at Colangelo & Partners, the leading wine and spirits communications agency in the U.S. for over 10 years. During her tenure at C&P, Juliana led the development of the California office, growing the agency’s domestic presence to a dedicated office of 15 people with representation of leading wine companies such as Jackson Family Wines, Far Niente, Charles Krug Winery, Foley Family Wines and more. Juliana has completed her WSET Level 3 and her eMBA in Wine Business with Sonoma State University. In 2021, Juliana was named one of PR News’ Top Women in PR in the “Rising Stars” category. In 2022 Juliana became a Vinitaly International Academy Italian Wine Ambassador. Connect: Instagram: www.instagram.com/julezcolang/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/jules.colangelo/ Twitter: twitter.com/JulezColang   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliana-colangelo-mba-04345539/  _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow us on our social media channels: Instagram www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/  Facebook www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast  Twitter www.twitter.com/itawinepodcast  Tiktok www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp  LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast  If you feel like helping us, donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin! Tune-in and hit the like! - Business, US Market advice, importing, exporting, business, personal stories and advice, plus she is very fun to listen to!