Michael Fortier
Michael Fortier is the Senior Advocacy and Engagement Manager for PMA Canada representing the Brown-Forman premium spirits portfolio.
A long time Toronto based cocktail bartender, Michael has worked on and ran cocktail programs for Richmond Station, The Drake Properties, El Rey, and Bar Raval.
He is a multi-time national cocktail competition winner and has represented Canada at global cocktail competitions in both London and Havana.
Michael loves sharing his passion for quality spirits in a way that makes it fun and approachable to enthusiasts of all levels.
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Julie Mecteau
Born in Quebec City, Julie aka “Jukie” was raised in the hospitality industry with restauranteur parents and learned the word “workaholic” at a very young age.
After 17 years in the service industry, obtaining 6 wine and spirit certifications, and living in Australia, Montreal, and NYC, she refocussed her hospitality experience to pursue her career as a Brand Ambassador.
Now living in Toronto, Jukie is rocking her dream job as National Brand Development Manager for Tequila Tromba, developing unique cocktails, and running tequila masterclasses for industry and enthusiasts, and taking life by story every day!
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