Jake Fernandez

Jake Fernandez has a variety of work experience in the wine industry. Jake has held roles such as Director of Operations, Senior Operations Manager, and Production Operations Manager at Firstleaf since 2020. Prior to that, they worked as a Production Supervisor at Pisoni Family Vineyards in 2020. Jake was also an Assistant Winemaker at Pahlmeyer LLC from 2017 to 2020. Jake has experience in sales and marketing analysis, as well as cellar hand roles, at companies such as Donelan Family Wines, Casas Del Bosque Winery, Constellation Brands, Treasury Wine Estates, and Long Meadow Ranch.

Jake Fernandez completed their Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Economics from the University of Oregon in 2013. In 2011-2012, they also attended The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) as part of their General Course, focusing on Economics and Philosophy. Additionally, Jake has a non-degree education experience at the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS).