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Karen Ruocco is an experienced wine professional and entrepreneur with a strong background in the wine and spirits industry. Currently serving as President of Five Flights Wines and Spirits since March 2019, Karen also founded Five Flights Wine Consulting Services LLC in March 2014, offering bespoke wine services, education, and event curation. A Certified Sommelier since October 2012, Karen has held various roles including New York Sales Manager at Oliver McCrum Wines and Harvest Intern at ROAR Wines. With a Grand Diplôme in Intensive Sommelier Training from The International Culinary Center and a BA in American Studies, Karen combines a rigorous educational foundation with practical experience in winemaking, sales, and wine education.