Cassie Newman

Cassie Newman is a skilled sommelier currently at Little Saint Healdsburg, where responsibilities include supporting the wine retail business and café, as well as enhancing the dining experience at The Second Story. Previous roles include Interim Institutional Gifts Manager at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, where Cassie revamped the Corporate giving program, and General Manager at MAMA Oakland, overseeing team management and an extensive Italian wine list. Cassie's background in development and strategy is highlighted by work at The Dui Hua Foundation and Youth Speaks, where Cassie led initiatives to engage donors and foster youth empowerment through spoken word. Education includes a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama/Theatre Arts from New York University, supplemented by ongoing studies in freelance writing and arts management.