Now in its third century of business, established in 1820, Acker is the oldest and most respected wine shop in America, the largest global wine auction house, and the preeminent destination for fine wine and spirits worldwide. A true one-stop-shop for expert wine services in every form, Acker’s culture is deeply rooted in customer service, upholding a commitment to the highest standards, applied across a vast array of amenities including a world-class wine club, fine wine retail inventory, a wine concierge service, advisement on wine as an investment, cellar consultations and appraisals, first-class wine education programs, bespoke events and tastings, corporate business services, and its crown jewel, global fine and rare wine and spirits auctions.

In 2008, only ten years after its first auction in New York City, Acker became the first auction house to recognize the growing thirst for wine in Asia and held its first Asia sale on May 31st, 2008 in Hong Kong. In 2011, Acker cemented its position at the top of the wine auction market by being the first wine auction firm to exceed US$100 million in revenue between all of its affiliates, setting hundreds of world records for wine throughout the year in the process. It crossed the $1 billion mark in auction revenue in 2018. With affiliated companies in Hong Kong, New York City, Tokyo, London, and further expansion on the horizon, Acker hosts “live” auctions every month, and has a constantly running internet auction, providing its clients constant access to the world’s best wines and spirits.

Today, it is the world’s largest wine auction house, atop the wine auction market in revenue earnings for the majority of the past decade. Its name is synonymous with personalized, polished, and expert services in all areas of wine and spirits.

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Acker's headquarters in New York, NY, United States

Irvin Goldman

Nick Martin

John Kapon

Stacey Chervin Sigda

Lambert Jemley

Cliff Korn

Anna Whalen Cma

Samantha Compono Harrigan

The Sales Team at Acker is responsible for driving revenue through expert account management, personalized client assistance, and strategic sales initiatives. This dynamic team consists of roles including Account Managers, Sales Associates, and Consignment Specialists, among others, all of whom work collaboratively to manage client relationships, facilitate consignment processes, and execute fine wine sales across various regions. By offering tailored services and maintaining deep knowledge of the market, they ensure Acker remains the premier destination for fine and rare wines and spirits worldwide.

Sales Team

The Leadership Team at Acker oversees the strategic direction and overall management of the company. This group of executives, including the CEO, CFO, and various Managing Directors, works collaboratively to ensure the firm maintains its position as the world's leading wine auction house. They are responsible for driving growth, expanding global operations, enhancing customer service, and maintaining the highest standards across all areas, from fine wine sales and marketing to legal and financial oversight.

Leadership Team

The Marketing and Communications team at Acker is responsible for enhancing and maintaining the company’s prestigious brand image and market presence. This includes developing strategic marketing campaigns, creating visually compelling content, and managing online and offline communications. The team produces high-quality photography, engaging graphic designs, and effective social media strategies to promote Acker's diverse offerings, from fine wine auctions to wine education programs. Additionally, they ensure cohesive and consistent messaging across all customer touchpoints, driving global recognition and customer engagement for Acker’s esteemed wine and spirits services.

Marketing and Communications

The Finance Team at Acker is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring fiscal accuracy, and guiding the company through financial planning and strategy. This includes managing accounting processes, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The team ensures that Acker's diverse portfolio of global wine auctions, retail sales, and bespoke services are financially sustainable while supporting the company’s continued expansion and market leadership.

Finance Team

The Operations Team at Acker ensures the seamless execution of the company's diverse wine and spirits services. This includes overseeing day-to-day activities in retail, managing logistics for global wine auctions, coordinating supply chain processes, and optimizing overall operational efficiency. The team is pivotal in upholding Acker’s commitment to the highest standards of customer service and operational excellence.

Operations Team

The Wine and Spirits Team at Acker comprises experts such as a Spirits Buyer, Grape Nerd, and Sommelier who are responsible for curating and sourcing an exceptional selection of fine wines and spirits. They ensure the highest quality offerings for retail inventory, manage wine and spirits auctions, provide personalized recommendations to clients, and assist with educational initiatives and bespoke tastings, upholding Acker's commitment to excellence and customer service.

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Leadership Team

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Finance Team

Operations Team

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Acker

Org chart

Teams

Sales Team

Leadership Team

Marketing and Communications

Finance Team

Operations Team

Wine and Spirits Team

Offices

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