Florence Wu, Ph.D.
Florence Wu Wine: Dr. Florence Wu is the founder and president of AEMTEK, Inc., a leader in the field of analytical and microbiological testing. With a Ph.D. in mycology from the University of Tennessee, Dr. Wu brings over 30 years of academic and analytical expertise in microbiology, coupled with more than 20 years of experience managing an independent contract laboratory. Dr. Wu has an extensive background in analytical method development, sampling methods, microbial contamination control, training and consulting, and environmental monitoring programs. This wealth of experience enables Florence to provide invaluable insights and innovative solutions to clients, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in their operations. Under Dr. Wu's leadership, AEMTEK, Inc. has become synonymous with excellence in scientific services, consistently delivering reliable results and fostering advancements in the industry.Julie Schreiber
Julie Schreiber: Julie Schreiber is a consulting winemaker who focuses her work in Napa, Sonoma, and the Livermore Valley. Her repertoire includes supervising the making of superior wines from picking and production to bottling, including Cabernet sauvignon, Sauvignon blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot noir. Her wines have won award ratings of 90 points and higher. As a consultant, recent and current clients include Kenwood Vineyards, The Tri-Valley Conservancy, Plata Wine Partners, Terroir Napa Valley, Valley of the Moon, and Yao Family Wines. Julie has worked as Interim Winemaker at Valley of the Moon and Dry Creek Vineyard, Assistant Winemaker for Flowers Vineyard and Winery, Associate Winemaker for Sterling, and Assistant Winemaker for Gallo of Sonoma. Julie pursued a degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Travel Administration at the University of Massachusetts, and then completed professional culinary training at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. She worked 14 years as a professional chef at several acclaimed restaurants. Julie decided to take her passion for wine to the next level, returned to school and completed her Master’s degree in Enology at the University of California, Davis. Julie’s culinary background and impeccable palate give her valuable insight and a unique edge into winemaking. This, combined with her passion for wine, raises the level of what she makes, and complements her professional expertise. In addition to her work in food, wine and mushrooms, Julie dedicates time to volunteering with various organizations that include Les Dames d’Escoffier of Sonoma (LDEI), Wine Women, and as committee chair for the Culinary Arts Committee of NAMA.
