Michelle Smith

Michelle Smith is an accomplished National Accounts Sales Manager at Far Niente Wine Estates since April 2024, with extensive experience in the wine industry. Previously, Michelle served as National Vice President of Strategic Accounts Off Premise at DAOU from August 2016 to April 2024, where responsibilities included strategy setting and managing key accounts to drive brand growth. Prior roles at DAOU included National Director of Retail Chains and Central Division & National Retail Manager, contributing to distributor and brand development. Other significant positions include North Central Regional Manager at Huneeus Vintners, Vice President of the Central Division at Castle Rock Winery, and Central Division Manager at Heck Estates. Early career roles involved district management at Coca-Cola Enterprises and Young's Market Company. Michelle holds a Bachelor of Arts in Art History and Art Studio from California State University, Chico.