TIME FAMILY OF WINES - Key Persons


Anna Patterson

Job Titles:
  • Marketing & Wine Club Coordinator
Anna grew up here in the Okanagan Valley, surrounded by lakes, grapes, and loved ones. In no time at all, she found herself nestled in the world of wine and has been torn between working in the cellar and sharing the wines' stories for just over a decade.

Becky Marte

Job Titles:
  • Controller
Becky began her role as Controller in October 2020. She oversees financial reporting, budgeting, and human resources for Time Family of Wines. Becky is a driven accounting professional with a strong passion for the local wine industry. She holds a CPA designation and a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. She has worked in the wine industry for 7+ years. When Becky isn't immersed in an excel spreadsheet, she enjoys long distance running and time with her family.

George James - President

Job Titles:
  • President
George James is the President of TIME Family of Wines where he plays a pivotal role in executing a comprehensive business strategy to drive company growth and achieve financial objectives. A seasoned executive with more than 20 years of experience across various industries, including wine, hotels, and hospitality, George brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his current role. Previously, George served as the Vice President, Finance of the Verhoeff Group of Companies, Phantom Creek Estates and CFO of Black Hills Estate Winery. George has a Bachelor of Arts and holds a Chartered Accountant designation (CPA CA) and is the current treasurer for the BC Wine Grape Council.

Kellie Zimmer

Job Titles:
  • Food & Beverage Manager
Kellie has a long history of working in our vibrant hospitality industry all over BC. Her love the outdoors brought her to Whistler where she worked at Whistler Blackcomb for over 15 years and then moving on to F&B Director at the Sea to Sky Gondola as well as the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Center. A proud member of the Association of Professional Sommeliers and having a true passion for food and wine Kellie has a love for pairings that create lasting memories and experiences. Having recently moved to Penticton from Sun Peaks she is proud to be part of this new community and looks forward to finding your perfect pairing at OROLO Restaurant + Cocktail Bar.

Lynzee Schatz

Lynzee joined the team in 2019 and is the winemaker for Chronos, TIME Winery, McWatters Collection, and Evolve Cellars. Schatz has a Bachelor of Wine Science from Charles Sturt University and has completed vintages at several wineries in California, Australia, and Ontario. After gathering precious experience in other wine regions, she decided to return home to the Okanagan to pursue her winemaking career.

Megan McKay Hall

Job Titles:
  • Sales & Marketing Manager
Megan has long been a wine lover and comes with a deep rooted background in hospitality and sales. From the beginning of her career she has loved storytelling and the magic and connection it brings to the sales process - more importantly, how it connects ourselves and others to the wonderful world of wine. With over 2 decades of sales and customer management experience in the beverage and hospitality space, Megan is excited to link together her passions for imbibing delicious beverage and sharing the stories that go along with them. Along with a deep passion for wine Megan brings a Sales and Marketing background across all channels with a special place in her heart for independent producers and operators. WSET and Cicerone trained and a strong believer that Chardonnay pairs beautifully with every dish and occasion on the planet she is proud to be a part of TIME Family of Wines and working with this award-winning portfolio.

Shelley Mayert

Job Titles:
  • Owners

Wine Club