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MRM People & Places: Game On at Walk-On’s and Gingerbread Houses for Humanity

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The Lee Brian Schrager Excellence in Leadership Awards—created nine years ago by Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits in honor of Schrager’s leadership and dedication to the Chaplin School—recognize students who commit a tremendous amount of time to volunteering at the Festival each year. . Roxanne Pronk.

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-October 2020 Edition

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The fires hit just as harvest was starting and many vineyards grew concerned about the potential of smoke tainted grapes. When the pandemic hit, companies’ practices of utilizing bulk consumer products and biodegradable/compostable alternatives quickly shifted. Number of vineyards. Number of winery tours. Tasting options.

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