Cogill Consulting brings together the talents of Emmy award-winning journalist, film critic & film producer Gary Cogill and his wife, Sommelier/CSW/SWS & award-winning wine writer Hayley Hamilton Cogill.Gary Cogill
Gary Cogill is an Emmy award-winning journalist, speaker, producer, host, voice-over actor, and consultant. For 24 years, Gary served as the film critic for WFAA-TV in Dallas (ABC), reviewing more than 10,000 films and conducting more than 20,000 interviews with industry leaders. Through the years, Gary sat down with the biggest names in the business,…
Gary and Hayley Cogill
Experts in their fields, Gary and Hayley collaborate on various projects, including hosting an interactive wine and film speakers series, creating the perfect pairing for corporate events, family gatherings or team-building workshops. Through conversation and wine tasting, the Cogills present wine and film in an original, unique format showcasing their passions, experience, and knowledge of…
Hayley Hamilton Cogill
Wine, spirits, and travel writer, consultant, speaker, and educator, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, CS/CSW/SWS is Co-founder of Cogill Consulting and Founder & President of Dallas Uncorked, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit wine education organization founded in 2004. A Certified Sommelier, Certified Specialist of Wine, and Spanish Wine Scholar with Highest Honors, after fifteen years as an executive in…
“I have had the pleasure of experiencing the wine country with Hayley as our guide, both on a girls trip and a couples adventure. Her exceptional knowledge, impressive connections in the business, and ability to customize any situation made each trip rich and enjoyable. I learned a lot and had so much fun each time. I would highly recommend Hayley to guide anyone wanting to explore the wine country, regardless of your level of experience or which location you choose!”
Erin Waks, Dallas, TX
“The joy of traveling to Napa, Sonoma and Willamette was greatly enhanced by traveling with Hayley. Under her management, the wineries are superb, the logistics are perfect, all while enjoying wonderful and entertaining company. Hayley is extremely knowledgeable, ensuring that you not only appreciate the wine, you understand it as well.”
Cogill Wine & Film 