Rick Nechio

Rick Nechio has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Rick is currently working at Fresh Vine Wine as the SVP since April 2023. Prior to this, they served as the Interim CEO from June 2022 to March 2023, and as the Co-Founder and President from January 2019 to June 2022. In addition, they are also a part of the Rolling Stone Culture Council since May 2022.

Before Fresh Vine Wine, Rick worked at Saucy Brew Works as a Proud Partner starting from March 2018. Rick also has experience in the non-profit sector, having served as a Development Officer at Folds of Honor from July 2017 to February 2022. Additionally, they co-founded Danica Rosé Wine in April 2019.

Rick Nechio's earlier experience includes working as the Vice President of Business Development at FitVine Wine from February 2017 to February 2019, and holding various roles at Anheuser-Busch InBev from 2010 to 2017, including Zone Director Transit and National Retail Sales. Rick also worked in senior key account management positions at Anheuser-Busch from 2007 to 2010, and in sales and operations at City Beverages - Budweiser Wholesaler from 2005 to 2007.

Overall, Rick Nechio has held significant leadership positions in the wine industry, as well as roles in sales, operations, and business development in both the alcoholic beverage and non-profit sectors.

Rick Nechio completed an Executive Education Program in Driving Profitability Growth at Harvard Business School Online in 2018. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business Administration from Universidade Veiga de Almeida.