Call for nominations: WineLand’s 30 under 30 for 2024
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WineLand Media, in collaboration with ROTOCON, is looking for the next generation of wine industry role players, bold minds, game-changers, and out-of-the-box thinkers.
Does this describe you or someone you know? Nominations for WineLand’s 30 under 30 are officially open. So get on it and nominate the movers and shakers in the South African wine space. Who knows you might just feature in our June 2024 issue!
From soil scientists, sommeliers, winemakers, wine marketers, academics, PR and marketing experts, harvest assistants, and brand ambassadors – our June issue will celebrate these young individuals from a variety of fields in the wine value chain.
We will celebrate these young individuals from a variety of fields in the wine value chain – from soil scientists, sommeliers, winemakers, wine marketers, academics, PR and marketing experts, harvest assistants, and brand ambassadors.
“The wine industry is such an exciting field to work in,” Wanda Augustyn, editor of WineLand Media says. “As the voice of the Winelands, WineLand Media has a responsibility to find inspiring new, young voices to write about wine. We need to give them a platform to influence responsibly and help create an informed audience that fully appreciates the magic of the wine industry.”
ROTOCON, a leading technology supplier for the South African label printing and packaging industry, has committed to sponsoring the initiative once again for the fifth consecutive year. As a trusted partner of the 30 Under 30 event, ROTOCON has a vested interest in the development and motivation of the young leaders of tomorrow.
“It is our pleasure to once again sponsor WineLand Media’s 30 Under 30 Awards, to celebrate the determination and passion of the young wine enthusiasts making a difference in the SA wine industry,” says Michael Aengenvoort, Group Chief Executive Officer.
“This is your wake-up call to show the South African wine industry what exciting and uniquely different future you or someone you know can bring to the table,” Wanda concluded.
CRITERIA: • Must be 30 years or younger (born in 1994 or later); • Work actively in the South African wine industry (and/or value chain); • Must contribute to or have a positive impact on the wine industry; • Be innovative and passionate; • Add value to the wine industry; • Should be available for an interview;
Send your nomination with motivation today if you think you (or someone you know) are the ideal candidate to become part of our #WineLand30Under30 community.
Complete your 2024 NOMINATION form here.
Nominees will be reviewed by an appointed in-house panel of judges.
Entries close on 15 March 2024.
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