The Beer Mighty Things Podcast

Today we welcome in Iron Hill's Assistant Production Brewer and First-Ever Yuengling Women in Brewing Scholarship recipient, Avery Hookey. We discuss the new production facility in Exton, PA and her unique path to arriving in the beer industry.  We hit on their Pink Boots collab "Girls Just Want to Saison" and we delve into her love of musical instruments, animals and a connection to the Whip...

In this Episode, we're featuring Hope For the Day 's Strategic Partnerships Director Joel Frieders.  "Suicide completion" rates have surged to a 30-year high and 1 in 4 people report a mental health crisis in their life. Globally, over 800,000 suicides are reported each year, with many more going unreported. In the US alone, over 121 individuals complete suicide on a daily basis. So, the beer...

I catch up with Adam Teeter, Co-Founder of Vinepair.com, "the fastest growing largest digital media company delivering accessible, entertaining, and inspiring content about drinks and the experiences you have with a glass in hand." We discuss how they started the company, hosted a craft beer-sponsored college house party, travel as an influence, the difference between a $10 and $100 bottle of...

This TIMELY episode features founder of the Craft Beer Professionals facebook group and Secret Hopper - Andrew Coplon. We discuss ways to increase taproom and to-go sales just by asking a few simple questions, motivating your beertenders, P.A.C.T, their online Conferences and plenty more pertinent stats.  Don't miss this one!  Ask me how to get a FREE Secret Hopper visit to your taproom!...

Lots of laughs in this episode with the Head brewer at Naked Brewing Company in PA, Hannah Gohde.  We discuss how she got into beer, her "tippity-top" favorite beers, her brew-day rituals, mindfulness and books. We dive into what she loves about physically brewing beer, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and her love of Fleetwood Mac and dressing up in costumes. Follow her on IG @daizychain18 an...

We’re talking Financial Literacy with a new friend of mine. Author, CFO, CPA and the all-around-numbers-guy of Wormtown Brewery (MA), Kary Shumway.  We hit on Materials vs Margins analysis, days-on-hand calculations, software stacks, and mainly how to Increase profits, increase cash flow, and increase financial sustainability. Books mentioned: The Richest Man in Babylon, Total Money Makeover,...

Lehigh Valley Beer Week is almost here!  May 15-22!   In this episode, I connect with 3 fine people who are going to provide you with an awesome week!  Being that Bethlehem, PA is my hometown, I had to help put #LVBeerWeek on the map!  There's so much history in the Lehigh Valley and so much great food & drink (and ghosts?), so we had to tell you about it!   "Bring you...

A fun conversation with Michael Oxton, Co-Founder of Night Shift Brewing in Everett, Massachusetts. We talk about how they became the Night Shift Brewers, their Innovation team, how they got into seltzers and started a distribution company. We talk data metrics, books and what's next for their booming brand. You'll enjoy this one!  Follow @nightshiftbrewing on social media, check out their ne...

This episode is a true tale of mindset and living life to the fullest.  Here, I speak with Colin Gerner, co-founder of StacheStrong.org, a 501c3 in support of brain cancer research.  His brother, GJ, was a marathon runner and a reminder of all-things-courageous.  We lost GJ to Glioblastoma , or GBM and May is Brain Cancer Awareness Month.  Listen to this incredible story and pl...

This episode features the very knowledgeable David Green, the Dispense Division Trainer at MicroMatic in Rockford, IL. We hit on some Key Elements of draft line cleaning and glassware conditioning.  David's goal is to keep our beer COLD, CARBONATED and CLEAN (Three C's).  Our draft systems have been in hibernation due to the pandemic and he provides a number of tips to bring those system...

This episode features Director of Strategic Partnerships at Community Brewing Ventures (CBV) in North Carolina, Aaron Gore. CBV is disrupting the industry and helping breweries remove bottlenecks that prevent scaling.  CBV is helping breweries expand their brands without the significant capital investment typically required.  They discover, produce and promote the most innovative craft b...

Here's a great chat with Dennis Guy, Veteran, Founder of First Sip Brew Box and a key component of the newly formed Pittsburgh Brewery & Taproom Diversity Council.  We discuss Gary Vaynurchuck's guide to the hustle and giving away content.  We hit on his First Sip Brew Box, a subscription craft beer merch box and discuss the Council’s vision “to adapt the people aspect of the craft b...

Today, we welcome the Founder and CEO of Small Batch Standard (Jacksonville, FL) Chris Farmand. We hit on his passion for craft beverage, building a culture virtually, celebrating daily wins, leadership and the lack of skunks in Florida.  Small Batch Standard analyzes your financial performance with their Brewery Business Assessment and they provide ongoing guidance to support your growth and...

This episode features Jason Sleeman, VP of Craft Beverage Lending at United Community Bank in Georgia.  We dive deeper into your business PLAN(!), projections, food trucks, competition, your investors, and the other factors that lenders are looking for compared to what is fluff.  This episode will help you lock down those funds you're looking for.

This episode is a fun little twist and as always, brings education - but today, in the world of Cigars.  I speak with Malik Cobb, founder of www.smokeasy.net, we talk about the origin of cigars, how and why he got into the industry and his favorite cigar moment.  He's Certified Consumer Tobacconist (CCT), and a cigar aficionado with a passion for indulging in the pleasure of cigar smoking, and an...

Bonus Episode, because, well, it's important if you're a business owner!  The ERC is a refundable payroll tax credit that was originally enacted as part of the CARES Act in March of 2020.  But, it's been updated and expanded as of January 25, 2021.  Listen in, then, call your accountant, or call me and I'll connect you with some folks who know what's going on.  Cheers!  Ky...

I connected with the father-son team of Jonathan & Dylan Hull (Warwick, NY) about their 26th year in a family business: the Applewood Winery & Naked Flock Cider.  We chat about their history, the do's & dont's of packaging cider, Herman Melville, mead, their Wine Club, the Finger Lakes, Bees, honey and more! Enjoy. Go visit at applewoodwinery.com and @itsflocked on Instagram

We're getting "engrained" with the Northeast Grainshed Alliance, which "is a diverse stakeholder-driven partnership, connecting grain-related businesses and organizations in the Northeast."  We chop it up with a big contributor - Barry Labendz, who's also the owner of Kent Falls Brewing (CT) and we talk about his passion for community, keeping it local and how important it is for everyone to work...

Today, we feature Andrew Elias, self-proclaimed "taphandle geek," new father and Sales Director of Taphandles LLC (Seattle, WA).  We discuss the allure of the taphandle itself, what it means, how it represents your beer and how you can elevate your brand.  We dive into their process and what to look for when purchasing taphandles for your brewery. Enjoy! Place your order at taphandles.com

We chat with Corey Martin about what to look for when selecting your first craft beverage manufacturing facility or expanding into your 2nd or 3rd.  We talk soil, water, pollution, city codes, zoning and keeping a strong culture across your locations.  Connect with Corey at www. SpotlightSafetyInc.com - Pt. 1: Episode 67,   Pt. 2: Episode 71,   Pt. 3: Episode 76

We chat with Corey Martin about OSHA's reporting requirements, guidelines, and deadlines.  Right now is time to have your OSHA 300A Logs posted on your wall!!!  Enjoy. Connect with Corey at www. SpotlightSafetyInc.com -  Pt. 1: Episode 67,   Pt. 2: Episode 71

Today we chat with Andy Arsenault & Josh Wurzbacher of Yakima Chief Hops and dive deep into Hop Contracts, Spot Contracts, the advantages and disadvantages of each.  We talk strategy on purchasing hops, planning your brew year, contract lengths, and how important relationships are with the farmers.  Andy and Josh hit on the new experimental hops they're excited about.  Cheers and thanks for listen...

This episode brings you 100% of the fun with 0% of the alcohol.  We welcome in Jeff Hollander, CEO of Hairless Dog Brewing Company, Minneapolis MN and discuss the non-alcoholic beer world. We hit on how they came up with their name, the stigma behind not drinking alcohol, the methods of making NA Beer and their exciting January Survival Kit. (This episode pushed us over 5,000 listens!!!) 0.0%...

I sit down with Glenn Clark, Founder of Crafting a Brand Company in the Finger Lakes region of NY and talk about his career and how to follow your passion.  We discuss ways beverage companies can stand out from the crowd because it's easy to become so focused on their day-to-day responsibilities that they neglect to invest in their own brand , resulting in less-effective marketing, lost time...

We reached out to Brendan Palfreyman, a partner at Harris Beach PLLC in NY, to talk about intellectual property and the issues that craft beverage companies face.  We dissect Copywrites, Trademarks, Cease & Desist Orders, what you can and can't do, and how to run searches for your next beverage's name.  We also talk costs and timelines. Follow Brendan on IG and Twitter @b_palfreyman...