Beer Analysis and Advice Plus the Partners to Make it Happen
In a year of uncertainty and struggle, it’s hard to find steadiness and positivity. That’s why we are bringing Brewbound Live Winter 2020 straight to you. On Dec. 14 and 15, the beer industry will gather virtually to touch base, share energy and impart advice.
The virtual event will run from 1 PM to 4 PM EST each day, and will mix high-profile speakers and informative panels with special networking opportunities, including interactive breakout discussions and Speed Dating. Brewbound will maintain our mission to offer the community the opportunities it needs to build together, to learn together, and to succeed together.
Brewbound Live’s programming on Dec. 14 and 15 will look to the coming year with presentations and discussions with key industry leaders on innovation, investment, retailing, and the key opportunities and trends that will enable growth within the beer business and beyond.
We hope everyone will start by watching the introductory video when you first enter. It’s the best way to find out how to make your way around and find content and people who can help you take your business next-level.
ON DEMAND
Welcome Remarks
1:05 PM-1:50 PM
Lessons Learned on Advocacy
Denizens Brewing Company co-founder Julie Verratti shares the importance of advocating for your business and building bridges with lawmakers. Verratti will also take part in a live Q&A session.
Julie Verratti, Co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer, Denizens Brewing Company
From Fat Tire to Voodoo Ranger: Building a Sub-Brand
New Belgium CEO Steve Fechheimer discusses the growth of the Voodoo Ranger line of IPAs, offers a look at the Fort Collins craft brewery's 2021 plans and shares insights a year after the company was acquired by Lion Little World Beverages.
Based on where the industry is headed, Orchestra Software’s solution stack is changing the narrative to provide an unprecedented level of supply chain insight for the entire beverage industry.
3:10 PM-3:50 PM
Emerging Beverage Brands: Canned Cocktails, Party Punch, THC Drinks, Ranch Water
Entrepreneurs of fast-growing companies in up-and-coming segments share strategies and insights on building brands.
Live Oak Bank Insider Interview: Navigating the Lending Environment for Craft Beverage Companies
Randall Behrens of Live Oak Bank shares insights about the current lending environment for craft breweries, how the firm’s partners are persevering amid the Covid crisis and how Live Oak works with craft beverage companies to support their growth strategies.
Randall Behrens, VP, Wine & Craft Beverages, Live Oak Bank
4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Happy Hour
Join the Brewbound team for beers, loose conversations and networking.
Tomme Arthur, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer, Lost Abbey
Lester Jones, Chief Economist, NBWA
Jess Infante, Reporter, Brewbound
Donn Bichsel Jr., Founder, 3 Tier Beverages
Dharma Tamm, President, Rogue Ales & Spirits
Josh Fruchtman, National Accounts Manager, Allagash Brewing Company
Distinguished Professionals Speak on the Evolving Industry
We are honored to have trailblazers, trendsetters and rising stars join us on stage. They speak at Brewbound Live because they’re focused on the future of the beer industry. Our on-stage content is specifically designed with founders, C-level executives, and decision-makers in mind.
20+ industry leaders and innovators will speak at Brewbound Live this year! View the current speakers below and check back for updates.
Steve Fechheimer
CEO, New Belgium
Julie Verratti
Co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer, Denizens Brewing Company
Randy Ornstein
Director of Alcohol, goPuff
Beny Ashburn
Co-Founder and CEO, Crowns & Hops
Teo Hunter
Co-Founder, Crowns & Hops
David Favela
Founder and CEO, Border X
Carmen Favela
Co-Founder, Mujeres Brew House
Christopher Camacho
Beer Category Manager, Walgreens
Tomme Arthur
Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer, Lost Abbey
Celine Frueh
HR Director, Allagash Brewing Company
Donn Bichsel Jr.
Founder, 3 Tier Beverages
Dharma Tamm
President, Rogue Ales & Spirits
Lester Jones
Chief Economist, NBWA
Jess Infante
Reporter, Brewbound
Josh Fruchtman
National Accounts Manager, Allagash Brewing Company
Randall Behrens
VP, Wine & Craft Beverages, Live Oak Bank
Investor Speed Dating
On Monday, December 14th from 4:00PM to 6:00PM ET, companies producing innovative products, such as hard seltzers, cider, hard kombucha, non-alch, canned cocktails and cannabevs, will have the opportunity to have 1-on-1 virtual meetings with top investors. The below investors are participating, with more to be announced.
Non-Subscriber: Subscribe to access a year of virtual events and content that will drive your business forward. Subscriptions start at $375 / year. If you’re not ready to subscribe, you can register for $275.
* Individual monthly subscriptions are not included
Julie Verratti
Steve Fechheimer
Randall Behrens
Tomme Arthur
Lester Jones
Jess Infante
Donn Bichsel Jr.
Dharma Tamm
Josh Fruchtman
