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Briana Pope-Pettis is a seasoned professional in the culinary and wine education sectors, currently serving as a Program Coordinator at the Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas since March 2023. As the Founder of The Epicure since June 2022, Briana has demonstrated entrepreneurial skills. Previous experience includes roles such as Director of Wine Education and Social Media Marketer at Wojabi, where educational content and social media visibility were prioritized. Briana has held positions as a Sommelier at Domaine Serene Vineyards & Winery and as Head Sommelier/Beverage Educator at City Winery, where responsibilities spanned wine cellar organization, staff training, and customer engagement. Early career includes roles as Event Assistant at Vino Venue Restaurant & Wine Bar and Wine Sales Representative at Total Wine & More. Briana holds a Master of Business Administration from LSU Shreveport and a Bachelor of Science in Culinary Sustainability & Hospitality from Kennesaw State University.