Banfi Vintners Names New Chief

Cristina Mariani-May has been named president and ceo of Banfi Vintners. Cristina and James Mariani have been sharing the role since 2007, but James is transitioning to be on the Banfi advisory board as principal, Banfi Vintners.In addition to Cristina's appointment, Rich Andrews is joining Banfi as its chief operating officer, reporting directly to Cristina. Rich has about 25 years of beverage industry experience under his belt, having previously worked for Bacardi, Coca-Cola, and most recently coffee roaster Lavazza as