About Us

President

Partner & Co-Founder

Ken founded Legacy Barrel Services, LLC in January 2022. Before LBS, Ken took on the position as the Managing Director for the USA division of H&A Financing. There he spent ten years developing his expertise in finance and equipment leasing. Ken began his 33-year career in the wine industry by working in the cooper side of the industry with Barrel Builders, Canton Cooperage, and Tonnellerie Boutes. Ken understands the complex world of Barrel Leasing and is tenacious in ensuring our clients maximize their cash flow.  

Vice-President

Partner & Co-Founder 

Before co-founding Legacy Barrel Services, Melanie was the General Manager of Oakford Vineyards and owner her own label, MW Wines. She has almost 30 years of experience working in sales, distribution, and hospitality; and is a Sonoma State’s Wine MBA program graduate. She is a seasoned expert in logistics, operations, and finance; and uses her vast experience to help our clients uncork the hidden wealth in every barrel aging facility. 

Chief Financial Officer

Partner

Lou brings several lifetimes of experience to his role as CFO at Legacy Barrel Services. His wine industry experience includes CFO at Hall wines, General Manager and CFO for Frank Johnson Vineyards and Roshambo Winery. He also owns his own California winery, Stover Oaks. He has advised wineries for years about sound financial practices and shares  his expertise with our clients every day.