Staff Biographies
Sunset Corners Staff
Michael Bittel
Owner, Wine Buyer
Michael came to Sunset Corners, at the invitation of his grandparents, in 1975. He quickly developed a passion for wines and as an owner, assumed the responsibility of wine buyer in 1983. Besides wine, Michael is an avid reader and player of cards! He is one of the founders of the Miami Wine and Food Festival. His favorite kind of wine? That would be one with or without a cork!
Larry Solomon
Owner, Spirits Buyer
Larry came to Sunset Corners in 1977. As one the store’s owners, Larry purchases all the spirits and manages the financial and human resources side of the business. His hobbies include country music, boxing and working out. Pool side margaritas are the specialty of the Solomon home.
John McGriff
Manager, Beer Buyer
John has the distinction of having more years at Sunset Corners than any other staff member, starting in 1976. Over those many years, John has been involved in every aspect of the shop, from operations, to sales, and management. John started Sunset Corners in developing our award winning beer selection. It remains one of his top priorities!
Gil Rios
Sales, Delivery
Gil started at the shop in 1987. Over the course of time, Gil has had a host of different responsibilities, in both sales and operations. Gil loves to unwind with a glass of a good single malt!
Ana Lazarus
Internet Shipping Manager
Ana started at Sunset Corners during the busiest time of year in Dec 2014. She assists Scott in the daily packing of orders. Need something packed? She will make sure it gets there safe and sound. Not only is she our packing guru she is our resident fitness guru too! When she is not at Sunset Corners she is a fitness instructor at a major gym! During her off time she likes to spend time with her son and husband.
Kamille Palacios
Sales Consultant
Kamille is a graduate from FIU, also studying Hospitality Management. She too took a wine class at FIU and fell in love with the wine industry. Need great recommendations for wine trips? Kamille has traveled to some of the most beautiful wine countries in the world. On each trip, she always treats herself to a big red blend and is always open to a tasteful pairing.
Aspen Seitz
Sales Consultant, Social Media Manager
Aspen is currently majoring in Physical Therapy and Buisness at Miami Dade College and has an interest in wines. She enjoys being outside, cross stitching, and keeping things organized. She is a new addition to our family here and Sunset Corners and we are happy to have her.
Dana Brunser
Sales Consultant, Social Media
Dana is studying physcology at FIU and enjoys playing with her puppy Ollie, reading, painting, and listening to music.
She is a new addition to our family here and Sunset Corners and we are happy to have her.
Javier Pellegrini
Deli Manager
Javier is one of our wine tasters here at Sunset Corners and enjoys music, the arts, and most of all… wine!! He has a background in marketing and promotion for over ten years and has worked with companys like Bacardi.
Diego Garces
Sales Consultant
Diego is our silent genius here at Sunset Corners and is always ready to lend a hand. He enjoys sports like Basketball and Soccer and like playing video games in his free time.
Maria Zarate
Shipping Department
Maria is always a happy face here at Sunset Corners, being the entire shipping department can be tricky but we always keep Maria on her toes!
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