Kym Poon Named Director Of Sales For Big Storm Brewing Co.

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Clearwater, FL – Big Storm Brewing Company is pleased to announce that Kym Poon has been promoted to Director of Sales. Poon joined the team in November of 2015 and has served as the Market Manager for South and Southwest Florida. This promotion will expand Poon’s reach statewide and focus on earning new business and increasing consumer awareness about the Big Storm family of craft beers.

Poon is a graduate of Florida International University – R. Kirk Landon School of Business, and has a long and diverse career in the hospitality industry. Prior to joining Big Storm, Poon worked for Stephens Distributing Company, where she was an On-Premise Account Manager/Sales Representative for 5 years. She called on over 100 restaurants and bars on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Las Olas Boulevard and Downtown Fort Lauderdale.

“Kym is well respected within the industry. Her high energy and passion for Big Storm make her a great fit in this position.” stated Mike Bishop, Founder of Big Storm.

“I am excited move forward into my new role with the award-winning Big Storm Brewing Company.I believed in their brand, culture, and strategy. I’ve never had a more professionally fulfilling job than this and I am very proud to be a part of their success,” said Poon.

About Big Storm Brewing Co:
About Big Storm Brewing Co: Founded in 2012, Big Storm Brewing Co. was created to fill a void in the Tampa Bay local craft beer market ­ approachable beer, made with spirit, authenticity and quality that everyone could enjoy. From the quintessential beer nerd to the everyday beer drinker, Big Storm beers have earned the reputation for being exceptionally drinkable. Best known for their signature brands Arcus IPA, Wavemaker Amber Ale, Helicity™ Pilsner and Oats In Hose Oatmeal Stout, Big Storm is a true craft pioneer using locally sourced ingredients like wild flower honey to lend a subtle sweetness for a clean finish in its IPA. This award-winning brand is named after the common summer storms along the Gulf Coast of Florida. In early 2016 Big Storm opened their landmark 16,000 SF production brewery and taproom in Clearwater, FL and expanded the original taproom and brewery in Odessa, FL to 8,000 SF. Big Storm Brewing Co. is one to watch, producing beer that is artisanal, complex and catering to craft beer enthusiasts and regular beer drinkers alike. For more information, visit the website at www.bigstormbrewery.com 

2016 Florida Beer Championships – Professional Competition

  • Best In Show Champion – Oktoberfest Märzen Lager
  • Gold Medal  –  Oktoberfest Märzen Lager
  • Silver Medal – Category 1 Belgian Single
  • Bronze Medal – Helicity Pilsner