Natalie Dippenaar

Natalie Dippenaar, MBA, CAE, DipWSET, CSWS, currently serves as Executive Director at the American Wine Society, beginning in November 2023. Prior to this role, Natalie held various positions at the National Court Reporters Association from January 2016 to December 2023, including Director of Membership and Technology, Assistant Director of Member Relations, Database Manager, and Professional Development Program Manager, where responsibilities focused on membership growth, budget oversight, database management, and professional development. Previous experience includes managerial roles at Vino Volo, ownership of an eBay business, and various consulting positions in project management and CRM solutions across multiple industries. Natalie's education encompasses a Master of Business Administration, CAE certification, and multiple wine-related qualifications, complemented by degrees in business management and computer science.