Is this a correction, or a small road bump?

Before discussing the topic, let me get some quick business out of the way: The SVB Annual State of the Industry Survey is open for two more weeks, and your participation is vital. We really need your help. We currently have 140 responses but need at least 500 responses. Why participate? 

The SVB Wine Industry Report has provided transparent, fact-based direction for the US Wine Industry for decades. The survey adds subjective color to objective data. That color produces better understanding, which is the first step in planning change. 

This survey is done in partnership with you the winery. Adding your data to this annual industry event will only take about 20 minutes. 

• Here are the survey questions that you can use to prepare: Link. 
• Here is the survey itself: Link.

I Need Your Help with the 2024 State of the Industry Survey

It's been quite a roller coaster ride over the past six months. The banking industry has undergone many changes; my bank was no exception. Given our specific challenges, I didn't think this day would come again. So, I'm happy to report that we are today launching the 23rd annual State of the Wine Industry Survey. It is open now through October 22.

The survey this year has been streamlined and shortened. Given the current state of the business, I eliminated several less relevant questions and added a section on data management from which I hope to get a baseline of where we are in our data management and use practices. From the new questions, my goal is to compile a collection of helpful resources that survey participants can utilize to help navigate the current lull in consumption.