Institute of Masters of Wine
Susan R Lin, Master of Wine, is a prominent figure in the wine and performing arts sectors, with extensive experience in wine evaluation, education, and business development. Currently serving as the Head of Wine Expertise & Business Development at Belmont Wine Exchange, Susan specializes in providing personalized service to fine wine clientele. As a certified Master of Wine, Susan's research on classical music's impact on Champagne perception contributes to the academic landscape. Additional roles include Wine Instructor at WSET, Marketing and Development Consultant for the Peninsula Symphony Orchestra, and involvement with the San Francisco Ballet and Symphony, where strategic initiatives were implemented to enhance audience engagement. With a background in program management at Google and Marvell Semiconductor, along with degrees in Mass Communications and Music, Susan skillfully bridges the worlds of wine and arts.
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Institute of Masters of Wine
The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) is a membership organisation with an exceptional international reputation. For 70 years, its members – the Masters of Wine (MWs) – have been at the forefront of leadership and expertise in the world of wine. The IMW’s mission is to promote excellence, interaction and learning across all sectors of the global wine community. MWs prove their comprehensive understanding of wine by passing the MW exam, recognised worldwide for its rigour and exacting standards. In addition to passing the exam, members must sign the code of conduct before they are entitled to use the initials MW. Today, there are 421 Masters of Wine based in 30 countries. The membership encompasses winemakers, sommeliers, buyers, journalists, shippers, consultants, academics, educators and more. There are 367 students from 40 countries on the 2023-24 MW study programme.