John, who represents the third generation of his family in the beverage alcohol industry, joined Lauber Imports in 1999 capping an illustrious career in the wine trade. His 42 years in the industry include extensive executive and sales management experience in all three tiers of the business. In 1971, John joined Joseph E. Seagram & Sons, Inc. as New Jersey State Sales Manager, eventually rising to Senior Vice President of Sales at Vintners International from 1990 to 1993. Prior to joining Lauber Imports, he held the position of Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the Opici Wine group.
At Lauber Imports John is responsible for the overall management of the company’s full operations, including sales, marketing, purchasing, finance, customer service, human resources and warehousing. John is currently the President of the New York Alliance of Fine Wine Wholesalers.