An inherent entrepreneur, Steven’s career began after graduating from the University of Western Ontario. An ownership and executive career in Oil and Gas focused on Marketing and Business Development eventually allowed him to establish Little Engine.
Coming from a lineage of entrepreneurs. Nicole began her career in Education after receiving degrees from UWO and the University of Calgary. Her career after teaching led to Real Estate Design & Development and Brand Marketing.
Scott holds a masters in Oenology with Distinction from the University of Adelaide. He has been with Little Engine since the beginning, after growing his skills in New Zealand, Australia and the Okanagan.
Growing up on the west coast with his strong Italian roots Adam was making wine from a young age with his father and grandfather in the basement, wine is in his blood. The cellar is his home away from home.
After gaining experience in Australia, Ontario, and New Zealand, Marco earned his master's degree in Viticulture and Enology from Montpellier SupAgro and Università degli Studi di Torino in Europe. After completing a harvest in France, he returned to British Columbia, where he began crafting distinctive wines and cultivating vineyards using organic practices. Marco is deeply passionate about sustainable farming and the stewardship of the land.
Amanda made the move to the Okanagan four years ago after spending the last 10 years working in international travel tourism as well as cruise ships. She has completed WSET 2 and holds a degree in Tourism Management from the Institut de Tourisme et d’Hôtellerie du Québec.
Nikki embarked on her wine journey in 2010 in tasting rooms along the Naramata Bench. She then pursued a career in sales with an agency in Calgary, before returning to the Okanagan. Nikki is a proud graduate of the WSET Level 3 and the Canadian Wine scholar program. Her dedication to sharing her expertise in food and wine is a testament to her passion.
Jamen has been working with Little Engine since its inception and is responsible for all Photographic content. He maintains a widely diverse client base across Canada, Mexico and the United States.