André Cis, born in 1984 into a family deeply rooted in the hospitality industry, honed his skills from a young age. After completing his education at the prestigious “Villa Blanka” institute in Innsbruck, André delved into various aspects of gastronomy and hotel management. With a passion for fine dining and wine, he garnered extensive expertise in these fields. Following his training, André dedicated a year to civil service, supporting mentally handicapped individuals.
In 2005, André assumed leadership of the family business, transforming it into a boutique hotel and restaurant renowned for its wine and fine dining offerings. In 2011, he ventured into freelance journalism and consultancy, spurred by the encouragement of peers.
Residing in Kartitsch with his family, André has served on the Tyrolean Sommelier Association since 2004 and contributed over a decade to the Junior Chamber International, Austria chapter.