-$1000 for a professional registered for the Certified Exam
-$1500 for a professional registered for the Advanced Exam
-$2500 for a professional registered for the Master Exam (theory and/or practical)
In addition to the scholarship, each of the three recipients will receive a mentorship with Michelle Defeo, President of Laurent-Perrier US. This includes: A two-hour meeting with Michelle via Skype, A two-hour meeting in person (during the NYC trip outlined below), Dinner with Michelle and the other recipients (also during the NYC trip). All three recipients will attend the Winebow Women in Leadership Conference in New York City on Monday, October 7th. Registration, 2 nights hotel, airfare and transportation costs, and per-diem meals will be covered
LAURENT- PERRIER: Established in 1812, family and female-run Champagne Laurent-Perrier has a tradition of cutting-edge innovation in the region and can be credited with many of the ideas that have defined champagne production since the mid-20th century. The House remains focused solely on champagne production and has crafted a style defined by freshness, finesse and elegance. The prosperity, longevity and inventiveness of Laurent-Perrier is inextricably linked to the efforts of many strong woman who have led the House, over the last two centuries. This scholarship will support emerging women leaders in the wine business, in keeping with the House’s consistent dedication to the future of women in leadership