CREATIVE CLARET - Key Persons


Chris Ford

With over a decade of experience in the Wine industry, Chris utilises his skills and knowledge to consult with various hospitality operations to build exceptional wine experiences and train teams to deliver them. Originally hailing from South Africa, Chris has held many roles in the wine industry. From serving prestigious first growths as a Sommelier, too brokering deals as an international sales agent and lastly educating wine enthusiasts and aspiring Sommeliers an area in which Chris is most passionate about. In addition to being a certified WSET educator, Chris holds a WSET Level 3 in Wines and Spirits, is a graduate of the Michael Fridjhon Wine Judging Academy, Cape Wine Academy Diploma Graduate and holds a PG-Dip specialising in Wine Business from the University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business.