Rob McMillan is one of the top wine business analysts in the United States and the author of Silicon Valley Bank’s highly regarded annual State of the Wine Industry Report. With decades of experience researching the wine business, his views are sought after and trusted by winery owners, journalists, entrepreneurs and investors. He is a prominent speaker, domestically and internationally, and he is extensively quoted in national, regional and trade press. He has also been named several times as one of the Top 50 Most Influential People in the US wine industry.

Rob’s banking career has spanned 35-plus years—more than 25 with Silicon Valley Bank. In that time, he has held positions of increasing responsibility, including division manager of the Wine Group, executive manager of the bank’s Commercial Division and several years as a member of Silicon Valley Bank’s Managing Committee. He is currently responsible for establishing new winery relationships and offers private management presentations and strategic consulting to bank clients across the portfolio.

Rob received a bachelor’s degree in finance/economics from Sacramento State University and an MBA from Santa Clara University’s Leavey School of Business. He has served on boards in diverse industries and continues to be an advisor to wineries and industry associations across the wine business.

Rob is a father of five. He enjoys the outdoors, travel and golf and takes any opportunity to play percussion and drums in live settings.

Janie Brooks Heuck is the Managing Director of Brooks Wine, where she leads with a deep commitment to sustainability, innovation, and purpose-driven business. Born and raised in Oregon, Janie earned a degree in accounting from Arizona State University and built a successful career in healthcare management before returning to her roots in the Willamette Valley to steward the legacy of Brooks Wine. She is also a certified sommelier, having completed the Court of Master Sommeliers (level 1) and WSET (level 2).

Under her leadership, Brooks has become a trailblazer in sustainable wine production. Janie championed initiatives that positioned Brooks as the first winery in the world to hold both Demeter Biodynamic® certification and B Corporation status, while also committing 1% for the Planet. She has also strengthened Brooks’ reputation for hospitality and quality, crafting a standout guest experience and producing exceptional wines that earned a spot on the “Top 100 Vineyards in the World.” Janie was honored with the Oregon Wine Industry Leadership Award in February 2025. Her vision keeps Brooks at the forefront of regenerative agriculture, environmental responsibility, and world-class wine.

Born and raised on her family's east coast winery, Kristin moved to Portland in 2001. After earning her BA from Portland State University, she joined her father, Rudy, in 2006, following his acquisition of Montinore Estate. Together, they revitalized the legacy brand into one of the Willamette Valley's most respected wineries and one of the world's largest certified Biodynamic producers. Following its 2016 acquisition, Kristin managed a 3-year transition with Ackley Beverage Group.

In 2019, Kristin joined Antony Beck's domestic wine team, launching Beck Family Estates and executing a multi-year Oregon growth strategy. This included acquiring 160 acres in Eola-Amity Hills, and overseeing development of Abbott Claim winery in Yamhill-Carlton.

A passionate advocate for Oregon wine, Kristin was named to Portland Business Journal's Forty Under 40 in 2018. She has served on boards for the Willamette Valley Wineries Association, International Pinot Noir Celebration, and Oregon Pinot Camp.

Kristin has been integral to recent M&A transactions, including Sparkman Cellars to NW Wine Holdings, Marsh Family Estate to Italy’s Santa Margherita, The Radiant Sparkling Wine Company to Vinovate, and The Duckhorn Portfolio’s Longwinds vineyard to Quilceda Creek.

Kristin lives in Portland with her husband, two children, and numerous pets, enjoying outdoor adventures and cooking for loved ones.

As COO and CFO of Rombauer Vineyards, Matthew Owings brings a blend of strategic vision and operational expertise to his roles. Matthew first discovered his love for wine right after college—a passion kindled by a memorable bottle of Rafanelli Zinfandel.

Matthew graduated from Harvey Mudd College and earned an MBA from UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business. In 2009, an opportunity at Jackson Family Wines drew Matthew into the wine industry. He quickly advanced to VP of Finance, overseeing strategic projects and M&A activities, including the acquisition of several wineries.

Matthew’s leadership and acumen have been instrumental in Rombauer’s continual evolution. Joining Rombauer in 2018 as CFO, Matthew was soon named COO as well. He has played a pivotal role in the winery’s expansion into new markets and smooth transition to Gallo Family ownership.