Dr. Marinda Kruger PhD serves as the Vice-President of Winemaking at Firstleaf since October 2022, where strategic leadership and innovation in global wine operations are recognized through executive-level involvement in planning, alignment, and portfolio architecture while overseeing winemaking and quality. Previous experience includes roles as Director Head of Winemaking, Business Manager & Winemaker at Elgin Vintners, Estate Manager - Winemaker at Walker Bay Estate, and Wine Manager/Winemaker at Boutinot Wines, among others. Dr. Kruger holds a PhD in Wine Biotechnology from Stellenbosch University and is currently pursuing a Professional Certificate in Data Science at Harvard University. Notable skills include data-driven winemaking, fermentation management, and quality control, underscoring a solid background in scientific research and commercial application in the wine industry.
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