AMBASSADOR
Facing the public on behalf of brands and clients is one thing. Doing so for renowned leaders and rising stars in luxury and lifestyle is the singular joy of ambassadorship.
“Jason is an amazing connoisseur. He shares his passion and knowledge with great humor and generosity. Our guests were delighted their new understanding. He is truly an ambassador for a well-blended lifestyle.”
a decade of passionate advocacy
Whether with up-and-comers or established icons, Tesauro partners with brands that have stories to tell. His job is to share those stories in compelling fashion. As a brand ambassador, Tesauro engages consumers, trade, and media with authenticity, expertise, and impactful fun.
VIRGINIA WINE | 2015 - 2024
From DC to London, in print, on stage, and online, Tesauro spread the gospel of Virginia Wine as Ambassador for an emerging region named Wine Region of the Year in Wine Enthusiast's 2023 Wine Star Awards.
In addition to representing the region in markets up and down the East Coast, Tesauro educated trade and consumers to build brand awareness and position Virginia as a serious player in the premium wine space.
Promotion of Virginia Wine Month (2024)
Virginia Wine Crash Course for Sevenfifty (2020)
“You are the most collaborative colleague I’ve ever known. You are so generous to include our cider and other wineries in all the work you do to promote Virginia goodness.”
Guest postings at VirginiaWine.org help share the message in engaging ways.
L & K Custom Tailor of Hong Kong | 2018-2022
Tesauro served as a US ambassador for renowned Hong Kong clothier L&K. Over the years, Tesauro’s ‘Suits & Champagne’ and ‘Suits in the Cellar’ events brought gentlemen and ladies to an elegant home, restaurant, and wine estate for exclusive experiences in custom suiting.
Working directly with Co-founder Michael Lalwani, Tesauro introduced bespoke suiting to a new generation of men and women, consulting with them on fabric and fit to best reflect their personality, silhouette, and budget.
Leica Gallery Boston | 2018
As Leica ambassador, broke the story of their first instant camera and presented their first ever wine-tasting and artist talk with photography from Argentina and selections from the region in partnership with Finca Las Moras and Gruppo Peñaflor.
Collaborating with Leica Akademie, the goal was to increase the fun and enjoyment of photography, expand knowledge and bring the total Leica experience to a new generation of photographers. With Gruppo Peñaflor, their aim was to bring their Finca Las Moras brand to a new market.
Taste of Waldorf Astoria | 2015-2018
Served as Master of Ceremonies and Ambassador for a multi-city national showcase promoting culinary programs across the Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, and Hilton luxury brands in New York City, Chicago, Minneapolis, Park City, Phoenix, and Atlanta.
As part of a global culinary program in partnership with the James Beard Foundation (JBF), Waldorf Astoria Executive Chefs partnered with JBF Rising Star Chefs for an opportunity to promote the brand's 26 hotels and resorts worldwide, introducing new flavors and experiences to luxury travelers.
Tesauro’s role was two-fold. Host: drive the program, interview chefs for their food and beverage stories, and maintain dynamic flow. Engage: infuse the event with a deeper understanding of Waldorf Astoria history and culture, underscoring how culinary is woven into the brand’s DNA.
“YOU are amazing and the feedback has been outstanding on your presentation.... Thank you again for your professionalism, enthusiasm and amazing presence!”
BEAUJOLAIS | 2017
Tesauro represented the region of Beaujolais and created a traveling presentation geared toward Millennials. The multi-city tour aimed to deliver basic and intermediate wine knowledge via interactive experiences and crash course wine seminars.
Tesauro’s easy-to-understand, 90-Second-Somm videos for social media also helped boost the Beaujolais campaign.
KOHLER 2016-2017
Upon visiting Kohler’s headquarters and historic campus for a story in Men’s Journal, Tesauro left enamored with the company’s family legacy, artisan manufacturing, and culture of innovation and design.
Once the blueprints for his custom home build were drawn, Tesauro partnered with Kohler to showcase how their fixtures, furnishings, and accessories befit a busy but thoughtful modern family of seven.
Since the kitchen, bar, and and all four bathrooms in the East Broad Street residence feature Kohler’s goods, Tesauro made a ready and authentic advocate for the brand’s livability and distinctive touches.
MATCH.COM | 2006
Betcha didn’t know that Tesauro was an early ambassador for Match.com. Check out this grainy footage of his early internet dating–era pitch for how to make an online profile sing.