Kate Durisek

Kate Durisek has an extensive background in corporate administration, marketing communications and project management.  In 2012, Kate co-founded Okanagan Epicurean Enterprises Inc.  As CEO, Kate is principal liaison on key accounts including an ongoing administrative contract as the Executive Director to the BC Wine Grape Council and Program Director for Sustainable Winegrowing BC.  Through her work with these associations, Kate leads all governance and project management work and has recently initiated the creation of the BC Wine Grape Industry Task Force.  Kate’s work also extends to ownership and oversight of Okanagan Wine Lab which services over 150 beverage producers and creator of Howling Moon Craft Cider.  Prior to starting her business, Kate was employed as a Business Strategy Advisor for BC Hydro Power Smart, Innovation & Technology.  She is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), has her WSET Level 3 Certification and is a Red Seal Journeyman Chef.