Meet Our Founder

Jerry Bailey was born and raised in Oakland, CA by a dedicated and hardworking single mother. Jerry graduated from Skyline High School and went on to earn a BA degree from Columbia University, and a MBA from CSU East Bay. Jerry, currently teaches Business and Entrepreneurship in Oakland Unified School District as well as the Peralta Community College District. Jerry’s interest in wine began socially with his family. However, professionally Jerry has a broad range of wine industry experience spanning over a decade. His firsthand knowledge ranges from sales representative to cellar worker to tasting room associate. When not busy with work or business, Jerry enjoys spending time with his 16 year old son, attending one of the cool outdoor events in the Bay Area or going on hikes to enjoy nature.