Christopher Ried

About Christopher Ried

I was born in Tucson, Arizona, and grew up in the Catalina Foothills. At the age of 6, I became a child actor and performed in many commercials, television shows and films. I had agents and managers in both Arizona and California. They taught me a lot about how to be social, as well as the importance of staying grounded. On the weekends, while most kids were watching cartoons, my brother and I cleaned office complexes. So even as a young kid I had a driven work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit. While growing up I traveled to many foreign countries thanks to the People to People Student Ambassador Program. Then years later I had the chance to study abroad in France and Australia. These experiences gave me a great appreciation for different cultures, as well as a love for my own hometown. So I set forth into the hospitality industry and became a General Manager by age 19. While working full time I attended the University of Arizona and the Eller Business College and completed the program before I was 21. I bought my first house before I was 22 and started my own company where I manufactured Spa & Salon products. I sold my products to hotels and salons all over the world. My company gained enough attention that it attracted a few celebrities, with the intrest of me manufacturing their cologne bottles. I felt it was time for a new challenge. Time to reinvent myself. So I returned to hospitality, though not as a manager. This time I wanted to follow my passion for wine. I decided to get my Sommelier Certification through the Court of Masters Sommelier. In my newest venture I have transitioned my skill set into the Real Estate Market. I am proud to represent Sotheby\'s. The prestige of the brand is in a class all its own. Nothing is more important than the place you call home, so put me to work!

Experience

1. Sommelier

   Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort

   Present

Education

• University of Arizona - Eller College of Management

  Bachelor's degree

  2002 — 2005