Matthew J. Brown

Matthew J. Brown has a long and varied work experience. Matthew J. began their career in 1995 as the Owner of Roth Computers. In 2005, they became an Account Manager for Upstate Business Journal and InSideOut magazine. Two years later, they were a Senior Account Manager for Radio Chico / Mapleton Communications. From 2008 to 2011, they were the General Manager of Franky's Fine Italian Cuisine, where they managed an Italian restaurant and night club, built the bar/restaurant brand with online ad campaigns, television interviews, and special events, and managed promotions for the bar/restaurant. From 2011 to 2020, they held several roles at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, including Constellation Brand Development Manager and General Market Sales Mechandiser/DSD/Full Book Sales. Currently, they are the Northern California Market Manager, Regional Sales Manager, and Marketing Specialist for The Long Drink Company.

Matthew J. Brown received their Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature/Letters from California State University, Chico. In 2016, they completed an Intro to Sommelier course from Guild of Sommelier, a WSET Level 2 course from Wine & Spirit Education Trust, a Leadership Training course from Southern Glazer's University, and a Rum, Cognac, and Brandys of the World course from Southern Glazer' University. Additionally, they completed a Wine course from Wine & Spirit Education Trust in 2016.