After graduating with a Bachelor’s of Science in Plant Science from the University of Missouri, Gregory attended Oregon State University where she earned her Masters of Agriculture degree in Viticulture studying under Dr. Patty Skinkis. Upon graduating in 2012, she joined Adelsheim Vineyard as their Viticulture Technician. Soon thereafter she became Adelsheim’s Assistant Vineyard Manager, and in 2017 was promoted to Vineyard Manager. Kelli oversees all aspects of vineyard operations & viticulture. Gregory is passionate about sustainable agriculture and has successfully converted all 175 acres of Adelsheim’s vineyards to be farmed without the use of herbicides. She has recently been honored with the LIVE Excellence in Sustainability Award, featured in Good Grower Magazine, and presented at the US Sustainable Winegrowers Summit.
Gregory currently sits on several wine organization advisory committees: including the OWB Symposium, LIVE Technical, and the Ahi Voy Recruitment Committee.