Our People

“It takes a dedicated team to make it work.”

JUST Inn:

Laura Quirk
JUST Inn Manager & Events

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Laura joined JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery in January of 2009.  She enjoys working in the hospitality department and contributing to showing guests "the JUSTIN experience".  Before working at JUSTIN, she graduated from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo with a degree in Food Science and Nutrition and a minor in Wine and Viticulture.  Laura has previously worked for Paso Robles wineries including Meridian and Eberle and is now thrilled to be part of the JUSTIN family.

In Laura's free time, she enjoys taking spin classes and spending time with her two kitties, Harper and Sissy.

To reach Laura Quirk, lquirk@JUSTINwine.com

Rachelle Ruggeri
Innkeeper

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Rachelle grew up in Southern California on the beautiful Palos Verdes Peninsula until Cal Poly San Luis Obispo brought her to the Central Coast. Throughout the process of completing her Bachelor's Degree in Agribusiness with a concentration in Marketing, she emphasized her studies in organic and sustainable agriculture, abiding by Cal Poly's motto, "learn by doing." These experiences only confirmed her passion and desire to be part of the world of viticulture. Prior to working at JUSTIN, Rachelle worked as a tasting room hostess.

Rachelle currently lives in Morro Bay and enjoys spending her free time at the beach, hiking, cooking, wine tasting, painting, and playing with her bunny, Peter. Rachelle says she is ecstatic to be part of the JUSTIN team.

To reach Rachelle Ruggeri, innkeeper@JUSTINwine.com

Jessie Sahaydak
Innkeeper

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Jessie comes to us with ten years of experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry. In her position as Innkeeper, she is responsible for making restaurant, inn, and tour reservations as well as caring for the needs and requests of our guests during their stay at JUSTIN Vineyards and Winery. 

Jessie's hobbies and interests include anything that has to do with the outdoors, whether it is camping, hiking, kayaking, or training for the next triathlon. She also enjoys traveling and wine tasting.

To reach Jessie Sahaydak, Jessie@JUSTINwine.com