Chris Raftery

Christopher Raftery currently serves as the Empire Regional Manager at Wilson Daniels since May 2023. Prior experience includes roles as a Territory Account Executive at Lightspeed Commerce and Wine Director/Sommelier at Gramercy Tavern, where Christopher managed an $800,000 wine inventory, significantly increased annual revenue, and maintained one Michelin Star status. Notable projects include the development of a reserve wine pairing program and an expanded wine education curriculum. Christopher's previous positions also include Beverage Director/Head Sommelier at Corkbuzz Wine Studio, where inventory costs were lowered and educational experiences thrived, as well as roles at Momofuku and Westin Hotels & Resorts, further showcasing expertise in beverage management and hospitality. Christopher holds a BA in Marketing from the Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst.