Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Lecture Activities
Activities
Interests
Life Philosophy
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Jeong Mi, Jamie Kim

Jeong Mi, Jamie Kim

DipWSET, CSW
5F 320, Gangnamdae-ro Gangnam-Gu

Summary

Personable and knowledgeable with passion for sharing rich world of wines. Possesses deep understanding of wine varieties and regions, coupled with excellent presentation and communication skills. Dedicated to creating memorable and educational experiences for all attendees.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
12045
12045
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

President, Wine Educator, Wine Columnist, Wine Consultant

WINIES
07.2003 - Current
  • Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
  • Oversaw successful wine education service and operations to handle as many as 25+ guests per day.

Honorary Wine Journalist

Korea Daily
05.2010 - 04.2012
  • Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
  • Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with industry experts and celebrities.
  • Conducted thorough fact-checking of all written materials, maintaining the integrity of published content.

Publisher

WINIES
09.2003 - 12.2009
  • Monthly wine magazine
  • Jury of International Wine Competitions: Mundus Vini, Germany / Cape Wines, South Africa / Los Grandes de la Rioja, Spain / En Primeur Bordeaux, France / Vinitaly, Italy / Barrel Wine Tasting in Sicily, Italy
  • Increased readership with targeted marketing strategies and engaging content development.
  • Developed strong relationships with authors, photographers, and illustrators to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials.

Editorial Director

Le Seoul
09.2001 - 06.2003

Wine Magazine

  • Established strong relationships with industry influencers through networking events and collaborative projects, extending brand reach.
  • Trained new editors in internal standards and identified any training needs to help each fully support team and business goals.

Wine Lecturer

The Bordeaux Wine Academy
09.2001 - 06.2003
  • Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.

Assistant Manager

Banque Nationale de Paris (BNP PARIBAS)
01.1993 - 10.2000
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.

Education

Level 4 Diploma (DipWSET) - Wines & Spirits

WSET (The Wine & Spirit Education Trust)
London, UK
04.2001 - 09.2017

Level 3 Advanced Certificate - Wines & Spirits

WSET (The Wine & Spirit Education Trust)
London, UK

CSW - Certified Specialist of Wine

The Society of Wine Educators
DC, USA

Certificate of Completion - O.I.V Wine Marketing Program

UC Davis Continuing And Professional Education
Davis, USA

Certificate of Completion - Intensive Program Level 10 Through TOEFL

LADO International College
DC, USA
08.2008 - 11.2008

Executive MBA -

Helsinki School of Economics (Aalto University School of Business)
Helsinki, Finland
09.2005 - 05.2007

Certificate of Completion - Italian Wine Specialist Course

ICE (The Italian Institute For Foreign Trade)
Siena, Italy

Diplôme d’Etudes Françaises -

Université De Bourgogne
Dijon, France

Certificat Pratique de Langue Francaise -

Université De Bourgogne
Dijon, France

B.A. - French Linguistics & Literature

Kangwon National University
Chuncheon, South Korea
02.1987 - 02.1991

Skills

  • MS Office

  • Adobe

  • Sensory evaluation

  • Food pairing proficiency

  • Wine club management

  • Wine investment advice

Lecture Activities

  • Wine Culture Leaders Course_WCLC (2017-Current)
  • The Ansan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (2024)
  • KIM & CHANG Law Firm (2019)
  • The Hwaseong Chamber of Commerce & Industry (2016)
  • Wine Culture Global Leaders Course_WGLC (2004-2009)
  • Yonsei University (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008)
  • Hanyang University (2004, 2005, 2006)
  • Sungkyunkwan University (2004, 2005, 2006)
  • SBS_Seoul Broadcasting System (2007, 2008)
  • KAIST (2007)
  • Samsung Human Resources Management Center (2005)
  • Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art (2005)
  • Korea Development Bank (2005)
  • Sangmyung University (2004)

Activities

  • Wine tasting & winery tours across Europe: France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Swiss, Austria, Poland, Hungary, Czechia, Croatia, Bulgaria, Greece, Turkey, England, Scotland (2023-2024)
  • Wine tasting & winery tours across California, Oregon, Washington & Virginia (2009, 2011, 2012, 2014 & 2016)
  • Participated in Chilen/Argentinean wine tasting & winery tours at the invitation of Brand About, Chile (Aug. 2010)
  • Participated as a jury member in Mundus Vini, Neustadt, Germany (Sept. 2009)
  • Attended Cape Wines at the invitation of WOSA (Wines of South Africa), Cape Town, South Africa (Sept. 2008)
  • Co-hosted Berlin Tasting in Seoul with Eduardo Chadwick (Owner of Errazuriz) and Steven Spurrier (Organizer of Paris Judgement), Seoul, South Korea (Jul. 2008)
  • Participated as a jury member in Los Grandes de la Rioja, Logroño Spain (Apr. 2008)
  • Participated in wine tasting & winery tours in New South Wales, South Australia & Victoria at the invitation of AWBC (Australian Wine & Brandy Corporation) (Feb. 2008)
  • Co-hosted Bordeaux Grands Crus Soirée with UGCB (Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux), Seoul, South Korea (Nov. 2006)
  • Attended The World CEO Forum, Shenzhen, China (May 2007)
  • Attended Wine Forum for Business in the South of France, Languedoc, France (Jan. 2007)
  • Participated in Chilean wine tasting & winery tours-Aconcagua, Maipo, Cachapoal, Colchagua & Maule at the invitation of Wines of Chile, Santiago, Chile (Dec. 2006)
  • Participated in the Press wine tour in California at the invitation of Californian Wine Institute, USA (Jun.-Jul. 2006)
  • Participated as a jury member in Bordeaux Premiers Grands Crus Classés Wine Tasting, Bordeaux, France (May 2006)
  • Participated as a jury member in En Primeur Wine Tasting at the invitation of UGCB (Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux), Bordeaux, France (Apr. 2004, Apr. 2005 & Apr. 2006)
  • Participated in Alsace & Côtes du Rhône Wine tasting & Winery tours at the invitation of SOPEXA, France (Nov. 2005)
  • Attended Wine & Golf program at the invitation of VDP (Verband Deutscher Pradikătsweinguter), Rheingau, Germany (Sept. 2005)
  • Attended Oregon & Washington States Wine Expo and Winery Tours at the invitation of Californian Wine Institute, USA (May 2005)
  • Participated in PETRUS Vertical Tasting from 1945 to 2000 vintages, St. Moritz, Switzerland (Mar. 2005)
  • Participated as a jury member in Barrel Wine Tasting, Sicily, Italy (Jun. 2004)
  • Attended The International Wine Journalist Mission , Tuscany, Italy (May 2004)
  • Participated as a jury member in Vinitaly Wine Competition , Verona, Italy (Apr. 2003)
  • Attended Vinexpo, Bordeaux, France (Jun. 2003)

Interests

Wine tasting, Winery tours, Golf, Skiing, Swimming

Life Philosophy

Living, Loving and Learning - Leo Buscaglia

Timeline

Honorary Wine Journalist

Korea Daily
05.2010 - 04.2012

Certificate of Completion - Intensive Program Level 10 Through TOEFL

LADO International College
08.2008 - 11.2008

Executive MBA -

Helsinki School of Economics (Aalto University School of Business)
09.2005 - 05.2007

Publisher

WINIES
09.2003 - 12.2009

President, Wine Educator, Wine Columnist, Wine Consultant

WINIES
07.2003 - Current

Editorial Director

Le Seoul
09.2001 - 06.2003

Wine Lecturer

The Bordeaux Wine Academy
09.2001 - 06.2003

Level 4 Diploma (DipWSET) - Wines & Spirits

WSET (The Wine & Spirit Education Trust)
04.2001 - 09.2017

Assistant Manager

Banque Nationale de Paris (BNP PARIBAS)
01.1993 - 10.2000

B.A. - French Linguistics & Literature

Kangwon National University
02.1987 - 02.1991

Level 3 Advanced Certificate - Wines & Spirits

WSET (The Wine & Spirit Education Trust)

CSW - Certified Specialist of Wine

The Society of Wine Educators

Certificate of Completion - O.I.V Wine Marketing Program

UC Davis Continuing And Professional Education

Certificate of Completion - Italian Wine Specialist Course

ICE (The Italian Institute For Foreign Trade)

Diplôme d’Etudes Françaises -

Université De Bourgogne

Certificat Pratique de Langue Francaise -

Université De Bourgogne
Jeong Mi, Jamie KimDipWSET, CSW