1089: Jonathan Buford, Co-Founder and CEO of Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co.

Jonathan Buford is the Co-Founder and CEO of Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. in Phoenix, AZ. Jonathan moved to Phoenix in 2002 at the age of 19. When the brewery industry blew up, he decided to learn how to brew and opened a brewery. Once his brewery opened and was succesful, he realized the food had to be just as good as the beer. He and his team made that happen, and today there are 3 locations with a fourth currently under construction.

Favorite success quote/mantra: "Restaurateurs should learn the difference between enthusiasm and passion. Passion will kill, burn, and hurt. Enthusiasm will uplift, embolden, and create a clear pathway."

In this episode we will discuss:

• Breweries
• Branding
• Sustainability
• Culture vs. Profit
• Sobriety
• AND MORE!

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Contact the guest:

• Website: https://azwbeer.com/
• Instagram: @azwilderness

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