Nicole Velez

Nicole Velez is an experienced professional in the wine and spirits industry, currently serving as Brand Manager and previously as Marketing Activation Manager at Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits since November 2020. Prior experience includes multiple roles at Treasury Wine Estates from July 2015 to November 2020, culminating in the position of Director of Luxury Sales & Trade Marketing. Nicole's career also features key positions at Pasternak Wine Imports, Lauber Imports, Starr Restaurant Organization, and Seablue, a Michael Mina Restaurant. Educational qualifications include an MA in Education from Fairleigh Dickinson University and a BA in Fashion Design from Drexel University, along with a WSET Level 3 Award in Wine & Spirits.