Paarl - VinPro, the service organisation for 3 600 South African wine producer and cellar members, has appointed Phil Bowes as manager: transformation and development as of September 1.
The organisation strives towards commercial sustainability for its members, as well as that of the broader producer industry and its strategic role-players. As such, it regards itself as a mouthpiece and representative at all relevant forums and in dealings with Government.
Bowes was previously the transformation manager at the table grape organisation Sati. His qualifications include a Diploma in Agricultural Management Practice from the Central University of Technology in Bloemfontein, and an MBA from the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University in Port Elizabeth.
Based in South Africa, he was also previously involved with the US food company and cooperative, Land O’Lakes, in implementing initiatives funded by the US Government.