The Oregon Wine History Archive Podcast

This interview is with Paul Beck of Willamette Wine Concierge. In this interview, Paul discusses how he got into the hospitality industry, his schooling, and how he eventually came to Oregon and entered the wine industry. He talks about his various job experiences, the knowledge that he gained along the way, and how that led him to starting Willamette Wine Concierge. Towards the end of the interview, Paul shares his business philosophy, how he balances his work, changes he’s seen in the Oregon Wine Industry, and the future for himself and his business.

This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt in the Nicholson Library on March 17, 2020.

Show Notes

This interview is with Paul Beck of Willamette Wine Concierge. In this interview, Paul discusses how he got into the hospitality industry, his schooling, and how he eventually came to Oregon and entered the wine industry. He talks about his various job experiences, the knowledge that he gained along the way, and how that led him to starting Willamette Wine Concierge. Towards the end of the interview, Paul shares his business philosophy, how he balances his work, changes he’s seen in the Oregon Wine Industry, and the future for himself and his business. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt in the Nicholson Library on March 17, 2020.

What is The Oregon Wine History Archive Podcast?

The Oregon Wine History Archive at Linfield University was created to collect, preserve, share, and continue the narrative of Oregon wine.

The growth of the Oregon wine industry extends from the farmers and winemakers to the marketers, scientists, innovators, and dreamers of the enterprise — all of whom are vital to the industry’s success. It is our aim to link the past, present, and future of the industry in hopes of sharing the story of Oregon wine.

Some oral history interviews are conducted on site and may contain background noise from nature, winery, or tasting room operations.