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Our Board

Visit Napa Valley
Board of Directors

 

Fiscal Year 2027

 

Executive Committee 

Patrick Nayrolles

General Manager,
Meadowood Napa Valley
Patrick Nayrolles
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CHAIR

Patrick oversees all guest relations and operations at Meadowood, a role he took on in 2015. He follows a family legacy in the hospitality industry and has spent his career managing elite resort properties around the globe.

Rick Kaufman

Owner,
Harvest Inn
Rick Kaufman, Owner of Harvest Inn
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CHAIR ELECT

With more than 30 years in real estate development, Rick is the founder of City-Core Development and owner of Harvest Inn and Old Soda Springs Winery. His portfolio includes adaptive reuse, hotel redevelopments, and community-focused investments.

Rachel Wilson

General Manager,
Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa
Rachel Wilson
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VICE CHAIR

Rachel leads the 275-room Marriott property in Napa, strategically located for guests exploring Napa and Sonoma. Her experience includes leadership roles with Kimpton, the Source Hotel & Market Hall, and other boutique hospitality ventures.

David Shipman

General Manager,
White House Napa
David Shipman

David brings 25+ years of luxury hotel leadership to White House Napa. His experience spans openings, repositioning, operations, and guest relations at Auberge du Soleil, Ritz-Carlton, and boutique resorts across California.

Edward Costa

Managing Director,
Carneros Resort & Spa
Edward Costa
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PAST CHAIR

Ed has led Carneros Resort & Spa since 2016, bringing over 35 years of luxury hospitality experience. He previously directed operations at high-end hotels between Boston and New York, and under his leadership, Carneros has earned numerous industry awards and accolades.

Board Members 

Tom Davies

Managing Partner,
V. Sattui Winery
Tom Davies

Tom began his wine career at V. Sattui Winery in the summer of 1980 and was among the winery’s first 10 employees. He was promoted to President in 1993 and now is the Managing Partner of the winery.

Nathan Davis

General Manager,
Napa Valley Wine Train
Nathan Davis

Nathan joined the Napa Valley Wine Train in 2021 after a track record of leadership in Napa and beyond. He’s held executive roles at Harvest Inn, Silverado Resort, Bodega Bay Lodge, plus prior experience with Kimpton and Starwood brands.

Patrick Egan

Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications, Boisset Collection
Patrick Egan

Patrick has shaped marketing, ecommerce, and communications strategies for the Boisset Collection since 2004. As a Napa Valley resident since 2010, he’s deeply invested in the community and served in Napa Leadership and vintner initiatives.

Dave Elcon

General Manager,
Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection
Dave Elcon, General Manager of Solage

Dave oversees operations at the 22-acre Solage Resort, drawing on two decades in luxury hospitality. He previously served as opening General Manager of Auberge’s Inn at Mattei’s Tavern and is passionate about team-building and guest experience.

Linsey Gallagher

President & CEO,
Visit Napa Valley
Linsey Gallagher

Linsey leads Visit Napa Valley, promoting the region as a top tourism destination. Her background spans international wine marketing, media, and finance. She also holds board roles at US Travel, CalTravel, and Visit California.

Jeri Hansen

President & CEO,
Napa Chamber of Commerce
Jeri Hansen, President & CEO of Napa Chamber of Commerce

Jeri became CEO of the Napa Chamber in 2023 after leading community engagement and strategic planning firms. She has served on Napa’s planning commission, led Sustainable Napa County, and holds deep ties to the region’s public and business sectors.

Todd Humphries

Chef & Co Founder, Kitchen Door
Todd Humphries

Todd opened Kitchen Door in 2011 at Oxbow Public Market before relocating it to downtown Napa in 2022. A CIA-trained chef with 30 years in hospitality, he previously helmed the Michelin-starred Martini House in St. Helena and now blends global techniques with Napa Valley's local bounty.

Heidi Miersemann

General Manager,
Alila Napa Valley
Heidi Miersemann

Heidi brings over two decades of hospitality leadership across brands including Hyatt, Hilton, and Starwood. A Certified Meeting Professional, she has led teams at premier properties in Napa, Denver, and beyond. Passionate about leadership and sustainability in luxury travel, Heidi is active in industry associations and community initiatives.

Alain Negueloua

V.P. and G.M., Bardessono Hotel & Spa and Hotel Yountville & Spa
Alain Negueloua

With 36 years in the hospitality industry, Alain's career began with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts earning leadership positions in operations and human resources. In 1997, he joined Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and was General Manager at group hotels in San Francisco, New York, and Boston. This is Alain’s second time in the valley as he previously served as General Manager of Las Alcobas, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Napa Valley and Meadowood Napa Valley.

Jason Scoggins

Co-founder & Partner,
Latitude 38 Entertainment
Jason Scoggins

Jason built Latitude 38, the creative force behind BottleRock Nap a Valley and other entertainment ventures. Earlier, he co-founded Jumpstart Automotive Media and contributed to several consumer internet startups.

Emma Swain

CEO, St. Supéry Estate Vineyards and Winery
Emma Swain

Emma has led St. Supéry since 2009, transitioning from finance to viticulture. A past chair of the Napa Valley Vintners, she also serves on the Wine Market Council and helps guide industry direction in the region.

Jenny Toomer

General Manager,
River Terrace Inn
Jenny Toomer

Jenny has over 25 years in hospitality, starting at the Fairmont in San Francisco before moving into wine tourism. Since relocating to Napa in 2011, she’s led marketing, operations, and community causes tied to the region’s success.