About Us

In this increasingly competitive industry, we saw a clear need for the existence of a full-service organization that would guide brands from inception to market in North America.

Antonia Fattizzi, Founder / President

Since 2003, Antonia Fattizzi has managed, marketed, and sold boutique wines and spirits in the US market. With her guidance, consumer interest flourished in brands such as Francis Coppola Wines, Partida Tequila, Bols Genever, and Galliano. Antonia is committed to guiding ambitious wine and spirit suppliers through the complex process of building brands without wasting time or re

With nearly 20 years managing regional and national marketing campaigns, and over a decade exclusively in the beverage alcohol industry, Antonia Fattizzi has managed, marketed and sold boutique wines and spirits in the United States. In 2012, she founded Cork and Tin to serve as a voice and a strategic partner for emerging brands. Since then, she has provided sales, marketing and brand development expertise for companies such as PepsiCo, Distill Ventures, Cooper Spirits, Smooth Ambler Spirits and Silver Oak Winery/Twomey Cellars as well as the globally renowned advertising agency Ogilvy & Mather.

As a trusted advisor, Antonia equips her clients with the veteran knowledge and proficiency required to create relevant and successful brands.

Lauren Barden, Brand Ambassador

A New York native, Lauren Barden grew up in a small, rural town in the Hudson Valley. Studying Literature and Art in college, she worked in environments ranging from nightclubs to fine dining, eventually settling in at one of New York City’s most reputable cocktail bars, Raines Law Room.

In the spring of 2015, Lauren gained an internship position under Antonia Fattizzi, the founder of Cork and Tin. Over the past two years, Lauren has learned the elements of event planning, brand management, and market strategies specific to the New York metro market. Named Cork and Tin’s Brand Ambassador in 2017, she currently represents Smooth Ambler Spirits and Aberlour Single Malt Scotch Whisky.