Portrait of Lauren Gay
i. Biography
Lauren Gay is the Wine Director at Tender Mercy in Dayton. She also owns Joui Wine and serves as the Wine Director at Dōzo. Her previous experience includes positions in Dayton, Napa, and Los Angeles.
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What roles does Lauren Gay currently hold in Dayton?
She is the owner of Joui Wine and serves as the Wine Director for both Tender Mercy and Dōzo.
Where did Lauren Gay work prior to her current roles?
She worked as a cellar hand at Etude Winery in Napa, a sommelier at Chi Spacca in Los Angeles, and the general manager and wine director at Sueño in Dayton.
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