Anthony
von Mandl -
Westbank
![Click on image for full-size version](/web/20061229023353im_/http://www.protocol.gov.bc.ca/protocol/prgs/obc/2005/2005_vonMandl_sm.jpg) Anthony
von Mandl is a humanitarian and entrepreneur who has dedicated his
life to developing the wine industry in British Columbia's Okanagan
Valley. Because of his perseverance, passion and dedication to excellence,
B.C. now holds a firm position on the world stage of wine producers.
In realizing his vision for the Mission Hill Family Estate winery,
he has created a world-class winery destination, where he continues
to work at raising the international awareness and stature of agri-tourism
in B.C.
Mr. von Mandl's
generous support of the culinary, visual and performing arts has
resulted in increased employment and business opportunities in the
Okanagan region. On the grounds of the Mission Hill Family Estate
he initiated the development of an education centre and outdoor
performance amphitheatre, always seeking to further the cultural
profile and uniqueness of British Columbia.
Mr. von Mandl
was recently recognized as the first Canadian to be honoured as
the President Elect of the prestigious International Wine and Spirit
Competition in London, England.
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