Brian Waples has been involved with the wine industry for over 25 years. After commencing his working life in banking and finance, Brian spent time with Kaiser Stuhl/Penfolds, Grant Burge Wines and is currently working with the Lindner Group as well as consulting to the wine industry.

Brian has always been active in promoting the Barossa, its fine wines, heritage and lifestyle. In addition to his working roles Brian has been involved across community and industry with support roles including:

• Chairman, Barossa Valley Vintage Festival
• Executive Member, South Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation
• Nuriootpa High School Council
• Barossa Village Homes
• Baron of the Barossa
• Additionally, Brian has presented papers at Adelaide University on wine industry production and finance issues

Brian, together with his wife Virginia and children Ryan and Teegan, have found time to develop their premium Eden Valley property by saving some 100 year old shiraz vines and now release a family produced wine under the label of "Swingbridge".

His favourite investment tip has always been "for every week of your working life put one bottle of wine in your cellar for retirement".