The Wine Industry Mentor Program is proudly supported by Wine Communicators of AustraliaThe University of AdelaideWine Australia and the Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology.


The Wine Industry Mentor Program, which pairs early career wine sector professionals with respected wine sector leaders, is expanding into all areas of the wine industry.

This year the program includes wine business, wine marketing, media, photography, wine education, winemaking, viticulture and oenology, while keeping a strong connection with wine communications. Find out more. 

The expansion of the program in 2021 has been made possible due to the exciting partnership between WCA, the University of Adelaide, Wine Australia and the Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology (ASVO).

The program aims to boost both personal and professional development in future generations of wine industry professionals by giving them the opportunity to:

  • Connect with like-minded, ambitious wine professionals
  • Grow their knowledge from respected wine sector leaders
  • Aspire to be the best they can be through greater clarity of career direction and satisfaction within the wine industry.
If you’re a wine professional, keen to further develop your skills and learn from some of the best in the industry – make sure you apply!

Applications close Friday 30 April 2021.