John Gilmer

John brings to WineDirect extensive experience in both the wine industry and the technology sector. He has a keen understanding of their clients’ financial structures and varying business models, and is invaluable in their work to promote their financial health and growth.

Prior to joining WineDirect, John spent 12 years as Senior VP of Finance and Human Resources at WX Brands – formerly Winery Exchange – a premier supplier of national and exclusive alcohol beverage brands. He simultaneously served as SVP of Operations and Technology in WX’s TradePulse business unit.

Before working in the wine industry, John’s career began at Accenture (formerly Andersen Consulting), where he was a Consulting Manager within the company’s Financial Services practice. He then spent three years in banking and was subsequently critical in the growth of emerging database startup, Sybase, heading information technology and becoming the company’s first Chief Information Officer (CIO). Before joining the ranks at WX, John spent more than a decade as VP of Client Services overseeing technology and operations with Instill Corporation, a supply chain reporting company in the foodservice industry.