Victor Hugo Linares

Owner, Wide World of Wines

President & CEO , Hugomar Corp

 

With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Hugo’s enthusiasm and expertise have attracted fine wine connoisseurs all over the world. His clients include international business leaders, foreign embassies and private collectors. 

 

Hugo graduated from the University of Piura (Piura, Peru) in 1982 with a degree in Economics and Business Administration. Hugo’s dedication and integrity have been with Wide World of Wines since he first joined the company in 1986. He began as a staff member, then rapidly ascended the ranks as first an Assistant Manager, then General Manager, and finally purchased the company in November 2014, fulfilling a life-long dream.

 

Hugo’s passion for fine wine has motivated him to open many doors in his life and continues to inspire him to find and source the highest quality wines for his clientele, including the traditional as well as the innovative in wine-making.

 

 

 

Chris Conroy

Office & Operations Manager

 

Chris’s professional background includes Office Management and Administration at a wide variety of institutions including American University, Squire Patton Boggs, and FTI Consulting Inc. She brings all the benefits of her skills and experience in the corporate, legal, and K Street environments to the very different task of running operations of a small, privately-owned business with accuracy, efficiency, and a focus on client satisfaction. Her tenure at Wide World of Wines has provided her with an opportunity for a great deal of growth, both personally and professionally.

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