Jeff O’Neill and Christina Rivera-Glenn named 2025 Industry Leader
LARKSPUR, Calif., November 10, 2025 – O’Neill Vintners & Distillers today announced that two of its senior leaders, Founder & CEO Jeff O’Neill and Vice President of Direct Channels & Portfolio Christina Rivera-Glenn, have been named to Wine Business Monthly’s 2025 Industry Leaders list.
For the second consecutive year, O’Neill Vintners & Distillers is the only winery recognized with two honorees, underscoring the company’s consistent momentum, visionary leadership, and impact across the U.S. wine industry. This follows the 2024 recognition of Maeve Pesquera, Chief Marketing Officer & EVP, Luxury, and Caine Thompson, Head of Sustainability, further demonstrating a sustained culture of excellence and innovation across the organization.
Each year, Wine Business Monthly honors individuals shaping the wine industry’s future, leaders who embrace challenges and inspire progress through innovation, resilience, and collaboration.
“Receiving this recognition is an honor and a reflection of the values we champion as a Certified B Corporation, using business as a force for good,” said Jeff O’Neill, Founder & CEO. “At O’Neill Vintners & Distillers, our team is deeply committed to advancing sustainability, regenerative agriculture, and innovation across our portfolio. I’m especially proud to see Christina recognized this year; her leadership and dedication embody the culture and momentum that drive us forward. Together, we remain focused on creating meaningful change and building a more resilient future for the wine industry.”
About Jeff O’Neill’s Recognition
Jeff O’Neill was recognized for his pioneering efforts to make sustainability scalable across the wine industry. Under his leadership, O’Neill Vintners & Distillers has achieved multiple environmental milestones, including Certified Sustainable status (2014), the Green Medal Leader Award (2021), B Corporation certification (2022), and Regenerative Organic Certification (2024).
In 2025, the company extended its sustainability leadership through Ram’s Gate Winery’s agroforestry initiative, one of the first of its kind in the U.S., designed to increase biodiversity and vineyard resilience. O’Neill Vintners & Distillers also expanded into the functional beverage space with Catalyst Energy Drink, integrating sustainability principles into new categories.
About Christina Rivera-Glenn’s Recognition:
Christina Rivera-Glenn was honored for her comprehensive leadership across direct-to-consumer, hospitality, and compliance operations. She has built a high-performing DTC organization from the ground up, establishing systems, infrastructure, and a culture that drive sustainable growth. Her ability to connect brand vision with operational execution has made her a key driver of O’Neill Vintners & Distillers’ continued success.
About O’Neill Vintners & Distillers
O’Neill Vintners & Distillers, a Certified B Corporation, is a family-owned, vertically integrated wine and spirits company dedicated to crafting exceptional wines and spirits while setting a new standard for sustainability in the industry. Founded in 2004 by visionary Jeff O’Neill, the company has emerged as a true leader in environmental stewardship—proving that scale and sustainability can go hand in hand. O’Neill has earned some of the highest honors in the field, including B Corp Certification, Regenerative Organic Certified® status, and the prestigious Green Medal Leader Award from the California Wine Institute. These accolades reflect not only a deep commitment to regenerative farming and climate-smart practices, but also a bold vision for the future of wine and spirits. With winery estates in Sonoma and Paso Robles and a winery facility in Parlier, O’Neill’s diverse portfolio includes Ram’s Gate Winery, Robert Hall Winery, Line 39, Wines of Substance, FitVine Wine, Harken Chardonnay, Rabble Wine Company, Charles Woodson’s Intercept, No. 209 Gin, and BrandyLab. To learn more, visit www.ONeillWine.com.
