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Brew Talks: Industry Discussions, Networking & Beers on May 2

Brewbound’s Brew Talks meetup series, presented by Dogfish Head and Lilypad, returns live and in-person during the Craft Brewers Conference in Minneapolis, MN. Industry leaders will meet for an afternoon session of networking, beers and high-level conversations. The event will take place on Monday, May 2nd from 1PM to 4PM CT at Carew Atrium at Target Field, which is walking distance from CBC.

Beer industry professionals interested in watching the panel discussions can either join the meetup in-person during CBC in Minneapolis, MN or access the free livestream worldwide. Registration is required for both in-person and virtual access.

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild. Supplier and service companies wishing to attend the event should inquire about sponsorship opportunities.

Print the agenda for Monday, May 02

Please note: All times US Central Time

  • 12:45 PM
    -
    1:15 PM

    Doors Open

  • 1:15 PM
    -
    1:50 PM

    Panel 1: The Future is Now with the Intersection of Crypto and NFTs in Brewery Taprooms

    • Kurtis Cummings
      , Founder & CEO, Switchyard Brewing
    • Daniel Paul Wellendorf
      , Co-Owner & Head of Marketing, Modist Brewing
    • Kurtis Cummings, Founder & CEO, Switchyard Brewing
    • Daniel Paul Wellendorf, Co-Owner & Head of Marketing, Modist Brewing
  • 1:50 PM
    -
    2:00 PM

    Special Presenting Sponsor Interview: Meet Lilypad

    • Micah Overton
      , Solution Sales Executive, Lilypad - Fintech
    • Micah Overton, Solution Sales Executive, Lilypad - Fintech
  • 1:50 PM
    -
    2:10 PM

    Networking & Beer Break

  • 2:10 PM
    -
    2:45 PM

    Panel 2: Accelerator Programs Working to Level the Playing Field for Underserved Breweries

    • Mike Percic
      , Sr Director, Divisional Merchandising Manager, Adult Beverages, Target
      Mike Percic, Sr Director, Divisional Merchandising Manager, Adult Beverages, Target -

      Mike Percic

      Sr Director, Divisional Merchandising Manager, Adult Beverages, Target

      Mike Percic is the Sr Director, Divisional Merchandising Manager, Adult Beverages at Target leading the Beer, Wine, Spirts and Mixers categories. Mike is a 15 year Target veteran with experiences spanning many parts of the business including Finance, Property Development, Digital, Technology, Strategy and Merchandising. Mike is known as an energetic leader and has been part of many pivot projects including Fresh Grocery expansion, development of new formats, rollout of omnichannel strategy, transformation and innovation and incubation of strategies like Boar's Head, Bakery Shoppe and brand development like Good & Gather and Favorite Day. Mike's early career included stops at General Mills and American Express in Finance and Strategy roles before joining Target. Mike has spent the last 6 years in a variety of leadership capacities for Target's Food & Beverage business including Transformation, Finance, Chief of Staff and Divisional Merchandising Manager capacities. Mike has undergraduate degrees and Economics and Finance from the University of St. Thomas and his MBA from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota. Mike cut his teeth earlier in life in a variety of formative retail and grocery experiences at Rainbow Foods and Target Stores, Catering and as a bartender. Mike currently serves a role as President of the Browndale Neighborhood Association and on the Board of Directors for Appetite for Change. Mike lives with his wife Lauren and their 3 kids Anna, Emma and Luca, and their doodles Leo and Charly in Minneapolis, MN. In his free time Mike enjoys being as active as possible - traveling, exercise, sports, reading, and exploring new spots for eats and drinks.

    • Jennifer Glanville
      , Director of Partnerships, Boston Beer Company
    • Tim Parker
      , Co-Founder, Chula Vista Brewery
    • Dali Parker
      , Co-Founder, Chula Vista Brewery
    • Mike Percic, Sr Director, Divisional Merchandising Manager, Adult Beverages, Target
    • Jennifer Glanville, Director of Partnerships, Boston Beer Company
    • Tim Parker, Co-Founder, Chula Vista Brewery
    • Dali Parker, Co-Founder, Chula Vista Brewery
  • 2:45 PM
    -
    3:05 PM

    Networking & Beer Break

  • 3:05 PM
    -
    3:40 PM

    Panel 3: Residency Programs Opening the Door to Upstart Breweries

    • Michael Gemma
      , Director of Operations, Haymarket Brewing
      Michael Gemma, Director of Operations, Haymarket Brewing -

      Michael Gemma

      Director of Operations, Haymarket Brewing

      Michael Gemma serves as the Director of Operations and is the head of sales/marketing for Haymarket Beer Company (Bridgman, MI & Chicago, IL). Having worked most all positions within the brewery & hospitality industry, he is a strong advocate for--and a witness to--the power of community in beer making.

    • Jamhal Johnson
      , Co-Founder & Chief Financial Officer, Moor's Brewing Company
    • Damon Patton
      , Co-Founder and CEO, Moor's Brewing Company
    • Samuel Ross
      , Brewer, Goose Island
    • Michael Gemma, Director of Operations, Haymarket Brewing
    • Jamhal Johnson, Co-Founder & Chief Financial Officer, Moor's Brewing Company
    • Damon Patton, Co-Founder and CEO, Moor's Brewing Company
    • Samuel Ross, Brewer, Goose Island
  • 3:40 PM
    -
    4:00 PM

    Beers & Networking

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Brew Talks Presenting Sponsors

Lilypad

Brew Talks Minneapolis 2022 Speaker Lineup

Dive into pressing industry topics with Switchyard Brewing, Modist Brewing, Target, Boston Beer Company, Chula Vista Brewery, Goose Island, Haymarket Brewing, and Moor’s Brewing Co. They will cover topics such as crypto and NFTs, accelerator programs, and diversity and inclusion in craft beer.

  • Mike Percic, Sr Director, Divisional Merchandising Manager, Adult Beverages, Target - Brew Talks Minneapolis 2022 (CBC)

    Mike Percic

    Sr Director, Divisional Merchandising Manager, Adult Beverages, Target

    Mike Percic, Sr Director, Divisional Merchandising Manager, Adult Beverages, Target - Brew Talks Minneapolis 2022 (CBC)

    Mike Percic

    Sr Director, Divisional Merchandising Manager, Adult Beverages, Target

    Mike Percic is the Sr Director, Divisional Merchandising Manager, Adult Beverages at Target leading the Beer, Wine, Spirts and Mixers categories. Mike is a 15 year Target veteran with experiences spanning many parts of the business including Finance, Property Development, Digital, Technology, Strategy and Merchandising. Mike is known as an energetic leader and has been part of many pivot projects including Fresh Grocery expansion, development of new formats, rollout of omnichannel strategy, transformation and innovation and incubation of strategies like Boar's Head, Bakery Shoppe and brand development like Good & Gather and Favorite Day. Mike's early career included stops at General Mills and American Express in Finance and Strategy roles before joining Target. Mike has spent the last 6 years in a variety of leadership capacities for Target's Food & Beverage business including Transformation, Finance, Chief of Staff and Divisional Merchandising Manager capacities. Mike has undergraduate degrees and Economics and Finance from the University of St. Thomas and his MBA from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota. Mike cut his teeth earlier in life in a variety of formative retail and grocery experiences at Rainbow Foods and Target Stores, Catering and as a bartender. Mike currently serves a role as President of the Browndale Neighborhood Association and on the Board of Directors for Appetite for Change. Mike lives with his wife Lauren and their 3 kids Anna, Emma and Luca, and their doodles Leo and Charly in Minneapolis, MN. In his free time Mike enjoys being as active as possible - traveling, exercise, sports, reading, and exploring new spots for eats and drinks.

  • Jennifer Glanville, Director of Partnerships, Boston Beer Company - Brew Talks Minneapolis 2022 (CBC)

    Jennifer Glanville

    Director of Partnerships, Boston Beer Company

  • Kurtis Cummings, Founder & CEO, Switchyard Brewing - Brew Talks Minneapolis 2022 (CBC)

    Kurtis Cummings

    Founder & CEO, Switchyard Brewing

  • Dali Parker, Co-Founder, Chula Vista Brewery - Brew Talks Minneapolis 2022 (CBC)

    Dali Parker

    Co-Founder, Chula Vista Brewery

  • Tim Parker, Co-Founder, Chula Vista Brewery - Brew Talks Minneapolis 2022 (CBC)

    Tim Parker

    Co-Founder, Chula Vista Brewery

  • Daniel Paul Wellendorf, Co-Owner & Head of Marketing, Modist Brewing - Brew Talks Minneapolis 2022 (CBC)

    Daniel Paul Wellendorf

    Co-Owner & Head of Marketing, Modist Brewing

  • Jamhal Johnson, Co-Founder & Chief Financial Officer, Moor's Brewing Company - Brew Talks Minneapolis 2022 (CBC)

    Jamhal Johnson

    Co-Founder & Chief Financial Officer, Moor's Brewing Company

  • Damon Patton, Co-Founder and CEO, Moor's Brewing Company - Brew Talks Minneapolis 2022 (CBC)

    Damon Patton

    Co-Founder and CEO, Moor's Brewing Company

  • Michael Gemma, Director of Operations, Haymarket Brewing - Brew Talks Minneapolis 2022 (CBC)

    Michael Gemma

    Director of Operations, Haymarket Brewing

    Michael Gemma, Director of Operations, Haymarket Brewing - Brew Talks Minneapolis 2022 (CBC)

    Michael Gemma

    Director of Operations, Haymarket Brewing

    Michael Gemma serves as the Director of Operations and is the head of sales/marketing for Haymarket Beer Company (Bridgman, MI & Chicago, IL). Having worked most all positions within the brewery & hospitality industry, he is a strong advocate for--and a witness to--the power of community in beer making.

  • Samuel Ross, Brewer, Goose Island - Brew Talks Minneapolis 2022 (CBC)

    Samuel Ross

    Brewer, Goose Island

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