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Here is our webinar schedule for 2025.  Please note that we will be adding sessions as needed, so check back frequently to keep advised of all that we have going on! All times stated are in Central Time.

August 2025

Public Event
Saturday, August 16, 10:00 am - 11:00 am CT

The Insider’s Guide to the CSW Exam August

This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE

If you are currently pursuing the CSW Certification, or considering the CSW as your next stage of professional development, this one-hour session is for you! This online workshop will cover all aspects of the CSW, including what the test covers, how difficult the test is, what type of questions to expect, the resources available to students, and how long SWE recommends for study before sitting the exam.

Login Instructions: At the appointed time, just click on this link: Saturday, August 16— 10:00 am central time—The Insider’s Guide to the CSW Exam.

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Members Only
Saturday, August 23, 10:00 am - 11:00 am CT

Chile—Geografía y Geología

This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE 

From the Pacific Ocean to the Andes Mountains, Atacama Desert, and the Zona Austral—Chile is spectacularly diverse in its geography and geology. Join us for this one-hour session as we explore the mountains, rivers, currents, and climates of Chile…from the Norte Grande to Cape Horn. 

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September 2025

Public Event
Saturday, September 6, 10:00 am - 11:00 am CT

The Insider’s Guide to the CSS Exam

This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE

This is one for the spirits crowd!! if you are interested in pursuing the CSS Certification, or just a spirits lover-bartender-mixologist-beverage aficionado that is interested in learning more about spirits and the CSS, this one-hour session is for you! Join our Director of Education, Jane A. Nickles, and learn what to expect from the CSS!

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Public Event
Saturday, September 13, 10:00 am - 11:00 am CT

The Insider’s Guide to the CWE Exam

This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE

If you are considering stepping up to the Certified Wine Educator credential, this session is for you! We’ll discuss the exam itself (multiple choice, essay, and tasting portions) as well as the resources available to students for study and skills practice. You’ll also have a chance to ask any questions that have been weighing on your mind. If you are considering whether the CWE is your next step (or just want to know more about the process), this 60-minute session is for you!

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Members Only
Wednesday, September 17, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CT

The State of the Wine and Spirits Industry: 2025

This session will be presented by Hugh Lander

This timely session will provide an overview of the state of the wine and spirits industry. We’ll address such questions as: Why are wine sales down? How is the industry addressing the current sales trends? What can be done to improve the situation? What is the outlook for the remainer of the year? Join Hugh Lander and find out!

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Public Event
Saturday, September 27, 10:00 am - 11:00 am CT

The Insider’s Guide to the CSW Exam September

This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE

If you are currently pursuing the CSW Certification, or considering the CSW as your next stage of professional development, this one-hour session is for you! This online workshop will cover all aspects of the CSW, including what the test covers, how difficult the test is, what type of questions to expect, the resources available to students, and how long SWE recommends for study before sitting the exam.

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October 2025

Public Event
Wednesday, October 8, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CT

The Insider’s Guide to the CSS Exam October

This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE

This is one for the spirits crowd!! if you are interested in pursuing the CSS Certification, or just a spirits lover-bartender-mixologist-beverage aficionado that is interested in learning more about spirits and the CSS, this one-hour session is for you! Join our Director of Education, Jane A. Nickles, and learn what to expect from the CSS!

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Members Only
Saturday, October 18, 10:00 am - 11:00 am CT

Sensing Spirits: A Guide to the Sensory Evaluation and Perception of Distilled Spirits.

This session will be presented by Ben Coffelt, CSE, CWE 

The modern world of spirits contains the greatest diversity of aromatics, flavors, and colors than ever before. From the brightness of Tequila to the smokiness of Scotch, it can be a lot for any palate to handle! Join Ben Coffelt as we walk through how to systematically evaluate spirits by using three case studies: Bourbon, Tequila, and Gin. We’ll go over how to review each spirit and what components we should expect to find and identify.

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Public Event
Saturday, October 25, 10:00 am - 11:00 am CT

The Insider’s Guide to the CSW Exam October

This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE

If you are currently pursuing the CSW Certification, or considering the CSW as your next stage of professional development, this one-hour session is for you! This online workshop will cover all aspects of the CSW, including what the test covers, how difficult the test is, what type of questions to expect, the resources available to students, and how long SWE recommends for study before sitting the exam.

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November 2025

Public Event
Saturday, November 1, 10:00 am - 11:00 am CT

The Insider’s Guide to the CWE Exam November

This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE

If you are considering stepping up to the Certified Wine Educator credential, this session is for you! We’ll discuss the exam itself (multiple choice, essay, and tasting portions) as well as the resources available to students for study and skills practice. You’ll also have a chance to ask any questions that have been weighing on your mind. If you are considering whether the CWE is your next step (or just want to know more about the process), this 60-minute session is for you!

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Public Event
Saturday, November 8, 10:00 am - 11:00 am CT

The Insider’s Guide to the CSS Exam November

This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE

This is one for the spirits crowd!! if you are interested in pursuing the CSS Certification, or just a spirits lover-bartender-mixologist-beverage aficionado that is interested in learning more about spirits and the CSS, this one-hour session is for you! Join our Director of Education, Jane A. Nickles, and learn what to expect from the CSS!

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Members Only
Saturday, November 15, 10:00 am - 11:00 am CT

Dispatch from the Bierzo DO

This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE 

It was once occupied by the Romans, who mined the area for silver and gold. It’s situated within Castilla y León—but unlike any other appellation in the region. Wine has been made here for thousands of years, but it did not attain DO status until 1989. It has only recently become popular, and it is largely planted to an obscure red grape. We are talking about the Bierzo DO, and the rich-and-fruity Mencía-based red wines produced there. Join Jane Nickles for a one-hour tour through the vineyards, mountains, rivers, and wines of Spain’s Bierzo DO.

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December 2025

Public Event
Wednesday, December 3, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CT

The Insider’s Guide to the CSW Exam December

This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE

If you are currently pursuing the CSW Certification, or considering the CSW as your next stage of professional development, this one-hour session is for you! This online workshop will cover all aspects of the CSW, including what the test covers, how difficult the test is, what type of questions to expect, the resources available to students, and how long SWE recommends for study before sitting the exam.

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