Diego Meraviglia. Resume. Cell

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1 Diego Meraviglia Resume Cell Address: /2 S Holt ave, Los Angeles, CA, diego@nasommelier.com *GREEN CARD HOLDER / LEGAL PERMANENT RESIDENT Native Italian (Born in Busto Arsizio, Lombardia - Italy). Intro: Diego Meraviglia was born and raised in Northern Piemonte, on the border with Switzerland and Lombardia, specifically on the shores of lake Maggiore. He has lived and travelled across a great portion of the world including Dubai. Surrounded by wine since birth, his professional studies began in 2003 when he attended the 3-Level certified Sommelier school in Milano with the Italian Sommelier Association. Furthering his studies and training, he moved on to obtain the Official Taster master qualification in early 2006 before relocating to Los Angeles (CA) that same year. He is one of the translators and re-writers of the AIS course-book Food&Wine, utilized throughout the world in Sommelier courses. In 2008, he obtained the 4th level Gold pin certification with the AIS (Associazione Italiana Sommeliers) & WSA (Worldwide Sommelier Association) and began his training as teacher.

2 Between 2008 and 2011, Diego Meraviglia became Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) with the Society of Wine Educators in the United States, as well as the certification with the Court of Master Sommeliers among other diplomas. In 2009, he was awarded the prestigious international prize AIS - Villa Sandi, given to only 15 Sommeliers worldwide for innovation in the profession of Sommelier. He is one of the founders of the North American Sommelier Association ( and has worked in numerous restaurants between Italy, Dubai and Los Angeles. Featured extensively in the industry and general press, he is now a freelance consultant for restaurants and hotels, teacher, VP & Director Of Education for the North American Sommelier Association, professional freelance wine educator and Italian Imports Director for Winemonger, a boutique national wine importer & distributor based in California. In 2013 at the Worldwide Sommelier Association 'Best Sommelier in the world' competition, which took place in London (England), Diego Meraviglia ranked 5th. The competition involved 21 countries and 26 semi-finalists. Education: 1998 High school Diploma A-level (advanced level superior British high-school diploma) with specialization : English language & literature, French language & literature, Italian language & literature & modern history, obtained at Dubai English College, Dubai U.A.E 2000 Some college completed at Universita Cattolica di Milano, in Law Some college completed at Universita Degli Studi di Milano, in Languages & Linguistics College degree at the private University IULM of Milan, Italy ( in Tourism Sciences, Communication & Business Management' Post graduate master diploma on professional wine tasting, horticulture and winemaking, held by Silvarte, in Monza (Italy).

3 2005 Official international Diploma as a 3rd level certified SOMMELIER - A.I.S (Italian Sommelier Association - member of the 'Worldwide Sommelier Association', obtained at the Milano (Italy) branch Official diploma as a specialist of Champagne held by the Veuve Clicquot- Ponsardin champagne company. Obtained at the Westin Palace Hotel, Milano (Italy) Masters Degree as a MASTER TASTER obtained through the Italian Sommelier Association, in the Milano (Italy) branch Official 4th level Gold Pin master certification as Professional Master Sommelier of the AIS (Italian Sommelier Association) & NASA (North American Sommelier Association), obtained in Los Angeles, CA Certified Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers CSW, Certified Specialist of Wine certification with the Society of Wine Educators (SWE) Masters degree as MASTER OF SERVICE obtained in Los Angeles at the North American Sommelier Association IWS certified, Italian Wine Specialist obtained at the North American Sommelier Association 2014 AWS certified, American Wine Specialist obtained at the North American Sommelier Association 2015 Masters degree as MASTER OF TERROIR, obtained in Los Angeles at the North American Sommelier Association

4 Career recognitions / awards / accolades & achievements: 2007 EB-1 Permanent Resident Green Card for extraordinary abilities, granted by the USCIS (U.S. Citizens & Immigration Services) for career merits and achievements as a Sommelier AIS (Italian Sommelier Association) / Villa Sandi international award as most professionally innovative Sommelier under 30 given in Largely covered by international press and given to only 15 Sommeliers worldwide so far Best Sommelier in the world (WSA - Worldwide Sommelier Association) competition, London (UK) - ranked 5th Languages : Italian (native), English (fluent), French (excellent), Spanish (good) Professional experiences, endeavors & current positions held: Jan-Dec1999 Interpreter / translator for the Food&Beverage expo of Dubai (U.A.E) May - November 1999 Salesman and public consultant for Olidata' computer products (hardware and software), based in the Daverio shopping mall, Italy. Since September 2003 * Various collaborations & consulting with catering companies for private ceremonies & parties, weddings, events. * Cooperation with several restaurants including the Sporting Club' of Monza (Italy), in the planning and organization of wine lists and theme dinners. March January 2007 Manager & assistant wine director at LA PIAZZA restaurant, The Grove (Los Angeles).

5 September > 2009 Assistant to president for the AIS (Italian Sommelier Association) California chapter. Coordinator of professional services. September > today Teacher for the International (English language) professional Sommelier courses of the AIS (Italian Sommelier Association). February 2007 Re-write author of the Italian Sommelier Association course book Food & Wine' in English (Officially used for international courses). March > today Freelance Sommelier in private events, corporate events and official tastings, including the Beverly Hills Hotel trade tastings and various industry events in the greater Los Angeles area. March October 2008 Sommelier and wine director at IL MORO RESTAURANT, Los Angeles. September > June 6th 2009 Los Angeles area sales representative and Italian wine specialist for FOURCADE &HECHT WINE SELECTIONS (fine wine importer & distributor). June 6th > August 1st 2012 Vice-President, Chief Learning Officer & Italian Wine Director for FOURCADE & HECHT WINE SELECTIONS Inc. (wine import & distribution company) January > today Freelance speaker, wine consultant & educator for various restaurants, retailers, wine distributors & importers, non-profit organizations, privates, schools and clubs throughout the United States, including the New York Yacht Club (Rhode Island), OBICA restaurant chain (Los Angeles, New York), IL MOSTO restaurant (Los Angeles), Italian American Chamber of Commerce West, the Italian Cultural Institute (Los Angeles), WSET (Wine & Spirits Education Trust), DALLA TERRA (wine importer in CA), CHAMBERS & CHAMBERS (wine distributor in CA), UCLA college, BENCOTTO restaurant (San Diego), MONELLO restaurant (San Diego), THE GETTY FOUNDATION (Getty Villa - Los Angeles), THE WINEHOUSE (retailer - Los Angeles), WALLY s (retailer - Los Angeles), KROGER (national grocery retailer).

6 August > today Vice President elect & Director of Education for the NORTH AMERICAN SOMMELIER ASSOCIATION (NASA - *Includes position as head teacher for the majority of the organizations certification courses, classes and seminars held throughout the USA and CANADA (26 cities) consistently. May 1st > September 2014 Wine Director at TRATTORIA NEAPOLIS restaurant (Pasadena, CA) > today SoCal Sales Manager, Head Educator & Italian Import Director for WINEMONGER ( national wine importer & distributor headquartered in NorCal. Books written / media appearances - FOOD & WINE (published by the Italian Sommelier Association press and utilized worldwide for Sommelier courses) - AN OVERVIEW OF ITALIAN WINE (published by the North American Sommelier Association press and utilized throughout USA & Canada in the Italian Wine Specialist certification courses) - THE GRAND CRUs OF ITALY (published by the North American Sommelier Association press) - Radio appearances on Nothing Off Limits : Podcast, KTLA, CRN (Michael Horn show). - TV appearances on RAI (Italy) Computer Knowledge Advanced technical knowledge computer literacy including Windows XP applications and previous versions. Power Point, Front Page, Office, System management and databases in general. Photoshop and graphic design included (creation of POS material). ALOHA & POSitouch restaurant software.

7 Hobbies & Interest Nature, Outdoors, History, philosophy, science (chemistry, anthropology, biology, physics, astrophysics & geology), archeology, wine & food culture, music, scuba diving, computers, movies and cars. *any and all certificates, documents, awards or diplomas are available for viewing upon request.