Kelly Ritz Forbell

Kelly Ritz Forbell has over 20 years of experience in the wine and spirits industry. Currently serving as a Wine and Spirits Consultant for Empire Merchants since January 2005, Kelly represents the E&J Gallo and Maze Portfolios to retail outlets in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Prior to this role, Kelly worked as a Merchandiser for Peerless Importers from November 2001 to January 2005, where representation included various wine and spirit suppliers in New York retail outlets. Kelly holds a Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from SUNY Stony Brook, obtained in 2001.