Lucia Franco

Bench Club Manager

Born in Costa Rica and raised in the lower mainland of British Columbia, Lucia brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Hester Creek Estate Winery. With a background in Administration, she set out to build a career combining her passions of food, hospitality and business. In 2019, she made the move to the Okanagan when she was offered the opportunity to manage a guest house with a vineyard. Inspired by vineyard living, she took a position at Tinhorn Creek as a wine ambassador and was quickly promoted to supervisor. In winter of 2023, Lucia accepted the position of Bench Club Assistant Manager at Hester Creek and has grown within her role to ultimately become the Bench Club Manager in July of 2024. As a self-proclaimed foodie, Lucia loves to bake in her spare time and explore the exquisite cuisine that the Okanagan has to offer. When not dining, Lucia loves to relax at home with her cat, Bo.