Our team
Here at Alto Vineyards, we are one big family. Our company is more than just a workplace, it’s the beating heart of a community. We see everyone who works here as their own unique individual, with skills, talents, and a story to tell. That’s why we’d like to introduce you to everyone.
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Dan Renzaglia
PRESIDENT
As the President and CEO, Dan has led Alto Vineyards to success for over two decades. During his leadership, the business added our second site in Champaign and built the new Tasting Room in Alto Pass. He is a highly experienced and talented entrepreneur, who oversees the business from a macro level and is involved in all financial decisions.
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Karen Renzaglia
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
With nearly 30 years of experience developing and implementing comprehensive programs that serve Southern Illinois, Karen brings strong leadership skills and a community-focus to the winery. She is committed to building the business while maintaining the core values of family, diversity, and sustaining the culture and beauty of our region.
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Paul Renzaglia
VICE PRESIDENT OF PRODUCTION AND VINEYARDS
As the first winemaker in the 1980s, Paul established Alto Vineyards as an nationally and internationally acclaimed winery. He and his father Guy were pioneers in building a thriving wine and grape industry in Southern Illinois and across the state. His maintains the high quality of our wines and provides a cohesive environment for supporting the production and vineyard staff.
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Katrina Renzaglia
EVENTS AND RENTALS MANAGER
With her passionate and creative ideas, Katrina designs and oversees the unique events and rental spaces that distinguish Alto Vineyards. She and her husband Paul have been key to shaping the direction of growth and the community-focus of our business.
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Cassi Hines
RETAIL MANAGER
She’s the first smiling face that greets you when you visit our tasting room. Cassi has been with us since 2016 and with her organizational talent, she is a positive leader of our retail staff.
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Jim Weir
WHOLESALE MANAGER
Jim is our charismatic wholesale manager. With his charm, he makes sure the rest of Illinois gets to enjoy our delicious wines in stores and restaurants near you!
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Aurelio
VITICULTURIST
Aurelio has been the vineyard manager for nearly 20 years. His vast knowledge of grape growing and extensive experience in agriculture make him an invaluable leader and teacher. The high quality of grapes he nurtures are key the award-winning wines we produce.
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Bob Martin
GROUNDSKEEPER
Bob is our kind-hearted groundskeeper who has been with us since October 2021. Not only does he help maintain our beautiful vineyard he also is willing to help wherever he can.
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Sydney Cobb
EVENTS COORDINATOR (Champaign)
Sydney has been a member of the Alto team since July, 2024. As the events coordinator at our northern location, she brings new energy and creative ideas that are making Alto Vineyards an important entertainment destination in Champaign and Central Illinois.
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Jack Weir
GM & BAR TENDER
(Champaign)
Jack is part of the third generation of the Renzaglia family that works at Alto Vineyards. As general manager and team leader, he works with the same charm as his dad, Jim Weir. He is one of the friendly faces you’ll see behind the bar.