EDUCATION
The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, Texas
Bachelor of Science in Biology May 2009
La Universidad Internacional Cuernavaca, Mexico
Certificate July 2007
Van High School Van, Texas
High School Diploma, Honor Graduate May 2004
EXPERIENCE
Vinotec Napa Marlborough, New Zealand
Consultant Enologist February – April 2014
Ø Consultant Enologitst at Pacific Rim Oenology Services through Vinotec Napa
Ø Receive wine, juice, and grape samples from producers all over New Zealand
Ø Microbial culture and analysis
Ø Analytical wine chemistry
Ø Prepared commercial grade chemicals for sale through Pacific Rim Oenology Services
Ø Continued training from Lisa Van de Water from Vinotec Napa, Napa, CA
Kiepersol Enterprises Tyler, Texas
August 2008 – Present
Enologist/Winemaker June 2011 – Present
Ø Handle all requests for movements of wines
Ø Make selections of premium wines
Ø Work with vineyard management team to set harvest schedule
Ø Research and Develop blending protocol
Ø Recruit and groom harvest interns
Enologist/Fermentation Specialist August 2008 – June 2011
Ø Responsible for all chemistry and microbiology performed on the wines
Ø Aid in decision making
Ø Conduct all recommendations, set up, and specialty tests during the fermentation process
Ø Occasional Tasting room duties dealing with the general public
Chile Research January 2011
Ø Vistited numerous vineyards and wineries in Colchagua, Maipo, and Clos Apalta regions
Ø Investigated techniques used in the fermentation process there
Ø Took note of the scientific equipment/layout of various laboratories
Ø Toured Toneleria Nacional to learn/inspect the process of barrel building
Laboratory Internship May 2008 – August 2008
Ø Perform basic analysis on selected wines
Ø Aid in laboratory and cellar cleaning
Ø Assist in bottling process
OTHER
UT Tyler Magazine Focus on Alumi April 2013
Ø Selected as Alumni spotlight for Spring 2013 issue
American Society for Enology and Viticulture March 2013
Ø Full-Professional membership
Tyler Lightning Rugby Club Tyler, Texas
Recruitment Officer March 2013 – Present
Ø Sought individuals for club participation
Ø Spread information about rugby and the Tyler club
Faulconer Scholarship Program Tyler, Texas
Scholarship Selection Panel March 2015 – May 2015
Ø Reviewed applications of graduating seniors
Ø Ranked individuals on criteria
Ø Served in round-table discussion for final applicant and alternate pool
Scholarship Selection Panel March – May 2010
Ø Reviewed applications of graduating seniors
Ø Ranked individuals on criteria
Ø Served in round-table discussion for final applicant and alternate pool
Scholarship Recipient May 2004
Van Zandt County Democrats Edom, Texas
Tyler I.S.D. Tyler, Texas
Advancement Via Individual Determination (A.V.I.D.) Tutor August 2007 – May 2008
Ø Workshop for certification
Ø Served as a tutor/mentor at Stewart, Hogg, and Moore Magnet middle schools
The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, Texas
Tri-Beta Biological Honor Society August 2005 – Present
Ø Served as President May 2007 – May 2009
Ø Poster presentation on “Production of Wine from Vitis Vinifera Grown in East Texas” at 2009 Regional Conference
Ø Organized 2nd and 3rd Annual Golf Scramble
Ø Presented various demonstrations to local elementary school science fairs
Supplemental Instruction Leader January 2007 – December 2007
Ø Recorded lecture notes for students in the class
Ø Prepared/Led sessions for the General Biology II Lecture
Tyler Area Senior Citizens Association Ornelas Activity Center Tyler, Texas
Business Operations/Special Events July 2005 – June 2007
Ø Assisted in set up and organizing special events
Ø Preformed custodial/mechanical duties during operation hours
Prairie Creek C.M.E. Church Ben Wheeler, Texas
Sunday School Secretary June 2002 – September 2004
Ø Announced upcoming events to the Sunday school class
Ø Prepared minutes during the Sunday school hour by including the attendance, amount of offering received, and notes on the lesson given
Van High School Van, Texas
Muscular Dystrophy Association Walk-A-Thon Volunteer April 2004
Assisted sponsor in promoting the Walk-A-Thon to the campus community and gathering the necessary documents and donations to participate as a team
Van Vandals Football Reading/Mentoring Program August 2001 – December 2003
Ø Assigned to a specific elementary school classroom
Ø Read books to the students and assisted them with class assignment and homework
Ø Participated in games with the students during recess and the annual Field Day events
AARP Ben Wheeler, Texas
Volunteer November 2003, August 2004
Ø Prepared and served Thanksgiving Dinner to guests
Ø Designed signs to help promote the Thanksgiving Dinner to the community
Ø Prepared and served dinner during National Night Out and played games with the guests
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