Rohnert Park, Calif.—Sonoma State University named Liz Thach, MW, its Distinguished Professor of Wine. The new title is part of the Wine Business Institute board's resolution to support the growth of the WBI and its academic and research programs. As Distinguished Professor of Wine, Thach will work collaboratively with the faculty, staff, board, and leadership of the Wine Business Institute to conduct ongoing wine research programs; provide thought leadership to the global wine business industry; teach courses, seminars, and workshops in wine and wine business; and connect with SSU alumni working in global wine industry businesses.