Mari’s first sip of Dom Perignon ignited a passion for wines that has taken her to incredible places around the globe. Despite her busy job as a director at the University of Texas in the health sector and her other leadership positions, she stays devoted to volunteering at the Wine and Food Foundation to provide support and assistance to people in the hospitality industry.
Let’s join Mari as she passionately speaks about her cellar, her wine collection, and her volunteer work with the Food and Wine Foundation and their charitable activities for the hospitality industry. We also get a look at the Texas wine industry. Plus, Mari takes us along on her adventures to amazing wine-tasting spots in the world.
What you will learn from this episode:
- Learn about the Wine and Food Foundation – their mission and how they help people working in the hospitality industry.
- Learn about the clear-the-cellar event and make your own, plus learn one way to track your wine inventory.
- Discover countries and places to explore, savor, and delight in outstanding wines.
- Hear about the Texas wine industry and the various grape varietals that comprise their exceptional wine selection.
About Mari Robinson
Mari Robinson, JD, is the Director of Telehealth with the University of Texas Medical Branch and in that role, she is assisting with the roll out of the Virtual Health Network, a project to link all UT systems medical campuses to allow for the shared provision of telemedicine throughout the state. She is also the Director of the Medical Technology Resource & Education Center (MTREC), which provides training and support in the area of medical technology. Prior to joining UTMB, she was Executive Director for the Texas Medical Board, and oversaw the agency responsible for regulating the practice of medicine in the state.
In addition to the above, she presently serves as the Chair of the HHSC eHealth Advisory Committee, as well as a board member of the Advisory Board of the Texas Broadband Development Office. She was also recently named the Convener of the workgroup to establish ISO standards for telehealth. In her personal time, Mari is very active in the Austin community serving as the President of The League of Women Voters Austin Area, President-elect of Wine & Food Foundation, and as a board member for Pop-Up Birthday.
Connect with Mari Robinson:
- Website: https://winefoodfoundation.org/
- Email: mari501c3@outlook.com
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