Natalie Vaclavik

Natalie Vaclavik is the majority owner of her own winery, which she founded five years ago. With 20 years in her field and 18 years working in wine, she produces a clean, sustainably certified Prosecco that has half the sugar of other options at the same or lower price points. She manages distribution relationships across 50 states and 10 countries while representing the brand to restaurants and retailers. Prior to starting her winery, Vaclavik worked as a national sales director and became the first woman to start a national distribution company, also building a Texas distribution company where she served as co-founder. She graduated magna cum laude from Fairfield University, where she played collegiate volleyball, and is a member of the Batonage wine community. Vaclavik supports the Southern Smoke Organization, which provides insurance and mental health resources for the industry. She attributes her success to her mother's foundational support and leads with values of authenticity, connection, hospitality, passion, and creativity while advising others to build relationships, stay curious, and trust their instincts.