A certified professional with the American Sommelier Association, Laurie combines her extensive knowledge of wine with her experience as a life coach. As a member of the Society of Wine Educators, American Sommelier Association, International Coaching Federation and Coach U, Laurie's work includes: 

Speaking Engagements & Teambuilding

The Wine Coach® is a sparkling alternative to flat speakers and dry workshops. Wine tastings are the new golf outing and everyone can play! Create a team building or customer appreciation event that everyone will enjoy. Past clients include MetLife, Bristol Myers Squibb, Merrill Lynch Re/Max, Clark Construction, Wachovia Securities & more.

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Media - Print, Radio and TV


Laurie's weekly radio show entitled "Something to Wine About®" is heard on WCEI 96.7 FM every Wednesday at 7:20 AM and on WBAL 1090 AM every Tuesday at 7:25 AM.  Laurie is also a frequent guest on radio shows cross the country helping to demystify wine for listeners one segment at a time!  Listen to past shows and interviews at thewinecoach.tv. Laurie’s columns are seen in fine magazines such as What's Up? Annapolis, Grapevine, and Business Woman PA.  She has made TV appearances on WBAL Channel 11-Baltimore's NBC affiliate and Retirement Living TV to name a few. Laurie's first book The Sipping Point: A Crash Course in Wine will be officially released on July 24th and is already receiving rave reviews!

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The Wine Coach® Tours

Imagine touring some of the world's greatest vineyards with your own private sommelier or cruising the Mediterranean with a celebrity chef. Our tours focus on the best culinary and wine related travel available backed by professionals, who truly understand food, wine and travel.  Tour sizes are limited to maintain our high standards of service and quality.  Corporate and Custom Tours are always available along with several scheduled tours each year.

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Contact Information:
Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach®
410-820-4212
 or
laurie@thewinecoach.com

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