Angie An, a bilingual sommelier, transitioned from the restaurant industry to selling luxury wines through Angiesomm.com, targeting Chinese collectors and promoting wine enjoyment and inclusivity on social media.
An's passion for wine began at Alexander's Steakhouse while in college; she became determined to become an advanced sommelier, breaking barriers as one of the few Chinese-speaking professionals in the field.
Leaving the restaurant industry, An highlighted the toll of working nights, weekends, and holidays. She founded Angiesomm.com in 2015 to cater to the underserved market of wine collectors in the Asian and Chinese community.
An's journey into the wine industry showcases the transition from sommelier roles to entrepreneurial ventures, emphasizing the importance of language proficiency in catering to specific markets such as Chinese collectors.
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