Marcella Thompkins

Marcella Thompkins is a marketing communications professional with 12+ years of experience elevating luxury brands in the wine, hospitality, and tourism industries. She has worked with renowned destinations like California’s Napa Valley, global wine brands like Robert Mondavi Winery, prestigious resorts like the Four Seasons, and Michelin-starred chefs like Wolfgang Puck.

A creative/analytical hybrid, Marcella specializes in utilizing data to develop innovative solutions that guide brands toward their business goals. Her expertise lies in creating strategic plans, leading integrated marketing programs, and implementing strategic partnerships that increase brand equity and drive sustainable growth.

Committed to lifelong learning, Marcella has an MBA from the UCLA Anderson School of Management and a Level 2 Award in Wines from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust. She also volunteers for several non-profit organizations where her experiences as an Afro-Latinx business professional can make a positive and lasting impact on her community.