Karis Kontilis has extensive experience in the wine industry, currently serving as a Tasting Room Associate at Full Pull Wines since August 2023. Prior to this role, Karis was the Wine Education Lead at Bright Cellars from April 2018 to June 2023, where responsibilities included wine production and operations, as well as acting as an educational resource for cross-departmental projects. Karis also held positions such as Wine Concierge and Team Lead, managing accounts and enhancing customer experiences. Earlier professional experiences include roles at Texan Land and Cattle Company as a File Wrangler and Office Assistant, Union University Hundley Center as a Writing Tutor, and various creative positions, demonstrating a diverse skill set in both operational and artistic environments. Karis holds a degree from Union University, attended from 2012 to 2016, and graduated from Faith West Academy, completing coursework from 2007 to 2012.