Ste. Michelle Chief to Retire

Dear Client:  After just two years, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates chief Jim Mortenson is retiring, effective November 1, per a release. You may recall, Jim took the helm in 2018 following Ted Baseler's retirement [see WSD 08-22-2018]. David Dearie has been named his successor. "The opportunity to work at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates was a wonderful privilege," says Jim. "Our team made great strides in modernizing infrastructure, establishing e-commerce and omnichannel marketing, crafting innovative products, and earning high acclaim for our