Kristie Fondario

Kristie joined Ackerman Family Vineyards team as the Director of Sales and Marketing and has been promoted to General Manager. Kristie is originally from New York where she attended Rochester Institute of Technology graduating with a degree in Hospitality and Business Management. She began her career within the wine industry for a startup winery in the Finger Lakes region of New York. As the Director of Sales, she developed and built a successful brand while also having her hand in wine production.

Once the winery was brought into fruition, Kristie set her sights on California. Achieving her goal, she began her California dream as the Direct to Consumer Sales and Marketing Manager for a boutique winery in Sonoma. Her desire to expand her knowledge within the wine industry has led her to Napa. Her passion and charisma for people and hospitality is evident the moment you meet her. She looks forward to introducing our guests to The Ackerman Heritage House and showcasing Ackerman Family Vineyards wines.