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Who we are

Vinnaissance Wine Academy is Canada’s leading wine education organization, dedicated to offering a distinguished experience for both wine enthusiasts and professionals.

We provide a comprehensive range of experiences that combine knowledge and enjoyment, catering to those who wish to deepen their understanding of wine or pursue an exciting career in the industry.

Join us and immerse yourself in a world of excellence and passion for wine!

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About

Ramesh

Ramesh Srinivasan is a passionate educator with a distinguished career in hospitality, tourism, and wine education. Holding a Master’s Degree in Hotel Administration from the Cornell-ESSEC Institute in Paris, France, Ramesh combines his academic expertise with a wealth of global industry experience.
 
His career began with the prestigious Oberoi Group of Hotels and Resorts in India, before he joined Four Seasons Inn on the Park in Toronto, and the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Ramesh’s deep passion for professional education led him to Humber Polytechnic (formerly Humber College), where he served both as a professor and program coordinator.
 
With an impressive portfolio that included the Diploma in Hospitality Management, the Graduate Certificate in Hospitality and Tourism Operations Management, and the Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management, Ramesh has played a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of leaders in the hospitality and wine industries.
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About

Ramesh

Ramesh Srinivasan is a passionate educator with a distinguished career in hospitality, tourism, and wine education. Holding a Master’s Degree in Hotel Administration from the ​prestigious Cornell-ESSEC Institute in Paris, France, Ramesh combines his academic expertise with a wealth of global industry experience.
 
His career began with the prestigious Oberoi Group of Hotels and Resorts in India, before he joined Four Seasons Inn on the Park in Toronto, and the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Ramesh’s deep passion for professional education led him to Humber Polytechnic (formerly Humber College), where served both as a professor and program coordinator.
With an impressive portfolio that included the Diploma in Hospitality Management, the Graduate Certificate in Hospitality and Tourism Operations Management, and the Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management, Ramesh has played a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of leaders in the hospitality and wine industries.
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RAMESH'S EXPERIENCE

Ramesh has been a driving force in the world of wine education, having launched the Humber Wine Institute at Humber College in Ontario, Canada.

His expertise and leadership also provided an opportunity with the LCBO, where he served as a valued member of the Board of Directors from 2007 to 2015.

In addition to his influential roles in education and governance, Ramesh has taught for a variety of prestigious wine education providers, sharing his passion and knowledge with aspiring sommeliers and wine enthusiasts alike.

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Ramesh's Wine Education Qualifications:

  • WSET (Wine and Spirit Education Trust, UK) Level 4 Diploma in Wines and Spirits
  • Certified WSET Educator
  • French Wine Scholar (FWS) French Wine Society, USA
  • Certified Sherry Educator, Consejo Regulador, Jerez, Spain
  • Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW), Society of Wine Educators, USA
  • Certified Hospitality Educator (CHE), American Hotel and Lodging Association, USA
  • Certified Foodservice Manager (CFM) CRFA, Toronto
 

Highlights from Ramesh's Hospitality Career

  • Humber College 2015 Distinguished Faculty Award.
  • Inducted as Fellow of the Ontario Hostelry Institute in 2014.
  • Developed the GTHA/Humber Hotel Management Leadership Program for mid-management hotel executives in Toronto.
  • Designed the hotel management degree curriculum for UNIVOTEC, Sri Lanka through World University Service Canada (WUSC).
  • Assessor and subject matter expert for the 2017 Dubai Government Excellence Program.
  • Second place winner in the 2008 Wine Tasting Challenge in Toronto, ON.