Sonoma County Winegrowers names new executive director, expands winery focus

Sonoma County Winegrowers, the trade organization historically focused on supporting the region’s grape growers, announced a reorganization this week to shift more of its attention to local wineries.

Jennifer Dieckmann, the organization’s chief operating officer, has been named executive director, taking over day-to-day operations from chief executive officer Karissa Kruse.

“I’ll be out in the community more, meeting with our partners and making decisions at a higher level,” said Dieckmann...