Washington, D.C. – April 24th, 2023 – The United Sommeliers Foundation is debuting the first event in their new virtual series focusing on financial efficacy for wine & hospitality professionals. The virtual event will be hosted by Sommelier and Board Member Alpana Singh, along with CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Kathleen H. Hosty of Mueller Financial Services. The inaugural event of the series, titled “SOMM (FOR) LIFE: Investing In Your Future as a Wine Professional” will be held on May 15th, 2023, at 11:00am CST/12:00pm EST.
Alpana Singh is an accomplished hospitality veteran based in Chicago. Singh has established herself as a successful restaurateur, having owned four concepts, most recently her namesake restaurant Alpana. Kathleen H. Hosty brings 40 years in professional financial services to the table for SOMMLIFE. Hosty’s experience is in private and public investment securities and funds, tangible assets, and real estate. Hosty has advised large institutional investors, corporate executives, business owners, entrepreneurs, and discerning individuals and families. The event will be moderated by USF President Cristie Norman.
“Financial literacy is a topic that I am deeply passionate about. Learning how to manage our money effectively allows us the flexibility and freedom to control our life’s trajectory and to pursue our goals. I look forward to sharing a few tools and resources to help members of our community start their journey of financial empowerment.” Says Singh.
With an emphasis on financial literacy basics, this seminar is geared towards the unique nature of sommeliers and hospitality professionals who often work in less predictable and financially stable environments. The seminar will cover budgeting, best financial practices, debt and other pitfalls, how to plan for emergencies, and more. The seminar will also include scholarship and financial opportunities available to sommeliersand will conclude with a Q&A session where attendees can engage directly with the hosts to gain further insights. While the seminar will be directed to wine professionals, the Foundation encourages anyone in the hospitality industry to attend. Registration is required to participate.
“We are so thrilled to begin hosting webinars focused on the personal and professional development for our industry. Although we will always provide funding for individuals in great need, we look forward to being a resource that supports and strengthens our community in other aspects of their lives.” Says USF President Cristie Norman.
To register for SOMM (FOR) LIFE: Investing In Your Future as a Wine Professional, visit www.unitedsommeliersfoundation.org/sommlife or contact
info@unitedsommeliersfoundation.org
The Foundation to date has awarded over $1 Million of financial assistance grants and is continuing to provide financial aid to wine professionals in emergency situations beyond their control. To apply for aid, donate or learn more, please visit
www.unitedsommeliersfoundation.org.
About The United Sommeliers Foundation
The United Sommeliers Foundation is a 501(C)(3) charity whose mission is to provide resources and financial assistance
to Sommeliers experiencing a pause or termination of employment due to circumstances beyond their control. The organization assists sommeliers nationwide and was founded by several of the industry’s leading experts with more than 100 years of combined experience and knowledge. The organization’s goal is to positively impact the wine industry and the sommelier community for years to come. Please visit www.unitedsommeliersfoundation.org for more information.
Alpana Singh and The United Sommeliers Foundation are not affiliated with or endorsed by LPL Financial and Mueller Financial Services. Securities offered through LPL Financial. Member FINRA / SIPC. Investment advice offered through IHT Wealth Management, a registered investment advisor. IHT Wealth Management and Mueller Financial Services, Inc. are separate entities from LPL Financial.
