In this episode, I talk with Stephen Nasiatka, Founder & Chief Wine Officer of StephenUncorked. We discuss how wine events can bring people together, and preview the upcoming wine and food fundraising event he is doing in collaboration with Social Capital Inc.
This episode covers:
- A delicious pairing Stephen recently put together involving lobster mac & cheese.
- How Stephen discovered wine early in his finance career and why he calls wine his "superpower" for building relationships.
- The origin of Stephen Uncorked from a standout tasting to his current business, hosting immersive tastings and fundraising events, along with wine club membership.
- How wine can serve as a connector, creating spaces where phones stay away and conversation flows.
- Designing connection-forward events that are customized to meet the goals of his customers.
- A preview of the SCI Network Connection event on October 14, 2025, featuring wine from StephenUncorked and Cuban food from Gustazo Waltham.
- Features & benefits of the Wine Society wine club.
- We talk about a Vouvray that Stephen will be pouring at the SCI event. I featured this wine along with others in the article on Vouvray Wine and Food Pairings.
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About today’s guest
Stephen P. Nasiatka is a connector at heart - someone who believes that whether in business, philanthropy, or a shared glass of wine, connection is the spark that drives everything forward.
He is the Founder & Chief Wine Officer of StephenUncorked, where he brings the world of fine wine directly to people and organizations through immersive tastings, wine blendings, fundraising events, and unique corporate gifting. Through these experiences, Stephen has helped not-for-profits raise funds, strengthened community ties, and created meaningful moments that last long after the final sip.
Beyond wine, Stephen serves as CFO of Firestable, a sustainability-driven building materials company; as Advisory Board Director at 5 Star Background Checks, advancing innovation and integrity in workforce solutions; and as President of the Private Directors Association - New England, where he champions governance, education, and board connectivity.
A CPA with a background in M&A accounting and capital markets, Stephen brings a rare perspective that bridges business and lifestyle, strategy and celebration. But at the center of it all is a mission that transcends roles: to support communities, empower not-for-profits, and use every platform - whether a boardroom or a wine glass - to create authentic connection.
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