The Founders

Trevor Frye is an award winning bartender from Washington DC. A DC area native with over 20 years of bar and restaurant experience, Frye has worked in every facet of the industry, which has led to numerous awards both locally and nationally. Frye has spent many of his years devoted to increasing his spirits knowledge, visiting over 100 distilleries and compiling a tasting catalog of over 6000 spirits. In addition to serving as the President of Wash Line LLC, Frye has presented at educational conferences and seminars all over the world, with his work been featured in the New York Times, GQ, Esquire, The Washington Post, Travel Network, Paramount Network and many more

Australian-born Josh Mazza developed a passion for wine in Central Victoria's wine regions. After earning his Sommelier accreditation with the Australian Sommeliers Association, he co-founded a boutique consulting group in the early 2000s, specializing in management systems and training. Relocating to the U.S. in 2009 after meeting his New York-based wife, Aliya, Josh delved into the history and techniques of American Barsmiths. In 2013, the duo established Qualia Hospitality, offering consultancy services. The firm merged with Wash Line in 2020. Josh has consulted for Pepsi, Sazerac, Spring 44, and many other notable clients and has been recognized with multiple awards for the innovative programs he has produced. He has spent the last several years concentrating on providing route to market strategy and execution for emerging brands.