The Beer Mighty Things Podcast

With the increase in retail theft, specifically Spirits Wholesalers and Manufacturers, we're featuring women-owned business Valentis Group . We're speaking with Director of Planning & Project Advancement, Steve Sutch along with Head of Marketing Sales & Strategy, Martha Hunter. We break down two thefts that each exceeded $1,000,000 recently, and the importance of proper training an...

Today's episode is the Audio version of my Craft Beer Professionals Fall Virtual Conference presentation from October 17, 2023 about "Effectively Communicating Your Guidelines for Kids in Breweries" There are many takeaways here that you'll be able to implement immediately at your breweries. Appreciate you and thanks for listening! Cheers, Kyle #beermightythings #kidsinbreweries...

In this episode, I chat with longtime friend & mentor Patrick Freer to discuss the challenges of starting a brewery and the emotions of running and selling that same brewery. We discuss securing funding, purchasing equipment, navigating regulations, and managing multiple locations. Patrick shared his experience of managing a brewery and the importance of delegating responsibilities, trusting o...

We're diving into the questions you should be thinking about when hosting any size event and I cover the best practices to implement. For the Checklist and Best Practices documents, email me at kyle@craftbrewinginsurance.com Don't forget about the Craft Beer Professionals Virtual Conference - Tune in live October 16-18, 2023. All sessions are 100%, accessible to all, and available forever....

We met in Milwaukee while waiting for our Ubers.  We continued the conversation via Zoom.  Here it is. From a Wastewater and Environmental Services background, Jamie Schild had an “AHA” moment when the COVID19 pandemic hit. It was time to leave wastewater and get involved with carbonated water mixed with hops and malt and launch A-Bay Engineers. Jamie and I talk about the importance of energy effi...

Tyler Montgomery, Founder of Brewer Magazine and Abettor Brewing Company drops in to discuss the the rise of craft beer in Kentucky and Tyler shares how he started Brewer Magazine as a side project and how it eventually grew into a full-time pursuit. The magazine's mission is to focus on the business of craft brewing and empower business owners by featuring long-form journalism with successful...

It’s that time again for the WIBS 23 and we’re welcoming in the Marketing Director of Womens Craft Fermentation Alliance (WCFA), Amanda Camp. Love beer? How about wine, sake, and cider? How about wild fermentations and beverages made from foraged ingredients? Then the 3rd annual WIBS 23: A Craft Fermentation Summit is for you. The Summit will be held virtually on October 21 & 22, 2023. The WIB...

I'm visited by CMO Kirsten Kalsky and BizDev Manager Matt "Archie" Archibald of craft beverage software company Ohanafy to help you understand the North Carolina-based tech company. We dive into their origin story, problem-solving and how they blossomed out of the SalesForce universe to create something special for the brewing industry. North Carolina continues to grow into a mini Si...

Today we’re welcoming in Diana Eberlein, the Chairperson/President of the Cannabis Beverage Association and the VP of Marketing for Sorse Technology. She's a "D.A.R.E. Baby" turned CannaCurious and we're about to find out why. We discuss how to work with Budtenders, the upcoming Cannabis Drinks Expo, the revolutionary state of Minnesota and demystifying Delta9. LinkedIn and follo...

This episode's guest is a PA Native but coming to us from his Brooklyn NY home. He's Evan Blum, Co-Founder of BrewedAt, and he's created a Media Marketing company that's helping you discover the inner-workings of the northeast craft beer scene. He worked at Nestle for 3 Years before quitting his job to dive into craft beer. Listen to hear his story and what's to come for Brewed...

Popping in to drop some July 4th beer knowledge! Enjoy!

At my first brewery visit in Milwaukee, I stole a few minutes out of Jimmy Wheeler's day. He's a brewer at Good City Brewing and was gracious enough to have a beer with me and answer some questions. Enjoy! #beermightythings #goodcitybrewing #mkebeer

In this energetic and thought-provoking episode, I'm chatting with author of "The Tip Jar Culture" - Gregory Offner Jr. From Insurance broker to Dueling Pianist, Gregory is sharing his passion for the Employee Experience and how companies can engage their staff more effectively to create a better workplace overall. We talk vulnerability, leadership, books and taking yourself and your...

This episode is full of great soundbytes as we welcome back author of The Complete Beer Course, Joshua M. Bernstein. We go on many tangents, we think, RETHINK as we delve into the future of the brewery experience throughout multiple cities and tasting rooms. 10 years later, we have new updates to an old book of his - The Complete Beer Course and it doesn't disappoint. From disc golf to chicken...

It's the 9th anniversary since the opening of the doors of the Brew Gentlemen Beer Company in Braddock PA and what better way to celebrate than to pop by and do a Small Batch Episode with my good friend, owner Matt Katase. I ask Matt about the brewery's roots, how the industry has changed, what he's learned and what he's looking forward to in 2023. Visit their site, pick up their anniversary beer...

*Watch the Video Episode on Spotify* I'm pumped about #CBC23 in Nashville May 7-10 and I'm giving you my whereabouts. I'd love to link up, interview you, have a beer and comradery! Join us Sunday from 7-9pm at Jackalope Brewing - DM me on IG for the RSVP! @beermightythingspodcast Monday at 3:45 I'm hosting a Sponsored Seminar and will provide you with 3 nuggets to take back to your...

A long-time industry colleague of mine, Dan Macri, SVP of Business Development at BevSource drops in to discuss over a decade of craft beverage knowledge. We talk about how the innovation of the craft industry continues to evolve with regards to sourcing, procurement, packaging materials, beverage development and much more. BevSource has also created a pilot and quality assurance testing facility...

Academy Award® nominated Filmmaker Jerry Franck pops in to fill us in on the film he’s just released entitled ‘Bottle Conditioned’ where he explores the small Belgian community of lambic beer. He's documented and traveled to learn where brewers and blenders of different generations wrestle with tradition and the increased demand for their rare beers after decades of doubting anyone would drink...

Chris Rhoades, the co-founder of Beer Tree Brew Co in Binghamton NY, pops by to share their process of making tasty liquids and creating great experiences. We discuss the early beginning brewpub ideas to growing hops & grain, to attending festivals as a guest and then becoming a New York beer destination! We talk NY state brewery farm laws, expansion during a pandemic, food programs, breweries...

We're taking a trip "back in the day" with Pennsylvania Native, Senior VP of Sales and Partnerships at GoTab, Rick Malthaner. We talk about his start in the industry many moons ago and he's seen it all - and he's still as enthusiastic as ever. We dive into the history of POS systems, his kegerator story and his genius kegged seltzer hack! Then we get into the crux and the pow...

In this "Small Batch" Episode, I pop by Atlas Brew Works while in DC and chop it up with their Head Brewer Austin Liebrum. We talk about his passion for beer and how he came to love the process, his favorite beers and what he expects for the craft beer industry moving forward - all while the dogs wrestle in the background. Enjoy! #beermightythings #atlasbrewworks #dcbeer

I drop in on Kai Leszkowicz of Aslin Beer Company in Alexandria VA and we dig into just a few questions and some of his favorite books. Tune in to get his thoughts on: Managing personnel What he would've done differently What he's excited about His thoughts on the state of the craft beer industry Follow @aslinbeer and you could WIN an all-expense-paid trip for two (2) to a National Park of your ch...

I always try to bring in advocates and resources for the food & beverage community and today's guest is a great strategic partner for your business. He’s helped my clients (breweries, restaurants and building owners) in many ways.   Today we welcome Senior Principal, Business Consultant at EKC Strategic Business Alliance -Phil Mortell. Energy Procurement ERTC & other Tax Benefits Merc...

I read a great article from Katie Brown of Vinepair recently and it helped me understand something that's bothered me for quite some time... the label on the Angostura Bitters bottle!   Listen in to see how that became the perfect imperfection. Cheers, KR #beermightythings #angosturabitters

In this episode, I catch up with a long-time friend that burned the boats and moved to Florida to follow a dream he truly believed in. We're talking with Mather Wiswall , the Co-Founder of the American Grid Association and Marketing Master for the Florida Grid League.  We're discussing the Grid League - a co-ed spectator sport where atheletes compete throughout the season for a grand prize. &...