Chris McLloyd

Years of Participation

2023-2024

Chris McLloyd has been in the Hospitality/ Wine Industry for over 15 years and his passion for it burns as bright as when he started. His love of wine came as he pursued a music business degree and worked at restaurants simultaneously. He fell in love with the history, the stories of different
winemakers and obscured varieties. After college, he fully immersed himself with studying wine in hopes of becoming a sommelier. From restaurants, distribution and now co-founder of a successful pop-up and dinner club, he’s truly carving out his own lane within the wine industry. Based in Atlanta, GA and currently pursuing the Champagne Master- Level program through the Wine Scholars Guild, Chris is all about community and providing resources to up and coming wine professionals.