About Patrick Gleeson, CEO
“...laugh early and often until you get it right – repeat as needed.”
Patrick Gleeson is the CEO of Meyer Family Enterprises (MFE) based in Napa, California, a position he has held for five years.
As CEO, Patrick oversees the management of the numerous partner interests for MFE, manages MFE’s investment portfolios, facilitates the philanthropic vision of the Meyer Family Fund, supports the family’s trusts, works with the Meyer children on various projects, and serves as the business advisor to the family’s winery – Meyer Family Cellars. He feels fortunate to work for a company that embraces the values of love, joy, respect, excellence, humility, cooperation, and integrity.
Prior to joining MFE, Patrick worked for nearly ten years as the Executive Director of the American Vineyard Foundation (AVF). The AVF is a non-profit organization that serves as the research arm of the California wine and grape industry. He also worked for six years at Silver Oak Cellars where he was the Northwest Sales Manager and the Marketing Manager. Patrick is active in the community and serves on a number of Boards including SummerSearch, Sureharvest, and Sunrise Montessori where his two sons attend elementary school.
Patrick grew up in the Napa Valley where he now lives with his wife Pamela, and their two sons Cole and Liam. He loves to spend time outdoors with his family, running, biking, and skiing. Humor is a critical component to Patrick’s daily life – laugh early and often until you get it right – repeat as needed. Patrick holds a Marketing Degree from California State University, Sacramento.