Craft Beer Professionals

It’s been almost two years since our eyes were opened to some of the toxic behaviors common in brewing culture. While awareness was the first step in building a new culture, we still have work to do to take care of one another and heal. Fortunately, you (the people who work in the industry) are primely positioned to make that happen! Safe Bars will guide you in this interactive experience to illustrate why we still need to invest in safer spaces to bring about much-needed change, and equip you with tools to take action. In this workshop we’ll build the ideal taproom culture. The reckoning has us all talking about the changes we need to make to ensure that all people who celebrate with us feel seen, respected, and protected. We will build that environment and experience how it feels so you can recreate it in your establishment. Amie Ward, Executive Director, Safe Bars Alana Koenig-Busey (she/her) is the JEDI Project Coordinator at Crafted For All, a professional development platform that fosters inclusive, equitable, and just spaces and experiences in the craft beverage sector. She also works as the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Project Coordinator at the Brewers Association (BA), directing the BA Mentorship and DEI Mini-Grant programs. Alana has a background in beverage hospitality management and a professional certification in human resources, SHRM-CP. She also provides training in safe alcohol service through TIPS and bystander intervention through Safe Bars. Sign the Safe Bars P.A.C.T. and make a long-term commitment to establishing safer, more respectful work and drinking spaces for employees and consumers. Join us in-person for CBP Connects in 2023 Half workshop, half networking Milwaukee, WI | June 19-21, 2023 Grab your spot now https://cbpconnects-milwaukee.eventbrite.com/

Marcus Baskerville is arguably one of the hardest working people in craft beer. From being a co-founder at Weathered Souls Brewing Company to helping lead the Black is Beautiful initiative to opening up a new taproom/incubator in Charlotte, North Carolina, Marcus is dedicated to positive change and the longterm success of our industry. In this conversation, we speak with Marcus about his most impactful experiences over the past several years, discuss the importance of family, how we can learn from our mistakes, and even Batman.  If you’re ready for worry-free protection from beverage alcohol compliance risk, reach out to Sovos ShipCompliant today at sovos.com/shipcompliant.  Join us in-person for CBP Connects in 2023 Half workshop, half networking Milwaukee, WI | June 19-21, 2023 Grab your spot now https://cbpconnects-milwaukee.eventbrite.com/

Over the past several years, many breweries have reconsidered their service models – searching for the delicate balance that best maximizes the experience for both guests and staff. In doing so, this has also generated more conversations about best practices regarding tipping.  In this panel, we will discuss different tipping models, their benefits, their challenges, and how conversations on tipping can result in greater success for your taproom.   This conversation features: Carmone Macfarlane (Phoenix Brewing), Greg Heller-LaBelle (The Colony Meadery), John Szymankiewicz (Beer Law Center), Justin Roberts (Kickfin), Sam Gebhardt (Berthoud Brewing)  Join us in-person for CBP Connects in 2023  Half workshop, half networking  Milwaukee, WI | June 19-21, 2023  Grab your spot now https://cbpconnects-milwaukee.eventbrite.com/

Thank you to everyone who attended CBP Connects in 2022. In this conversation, we reflect on the highlights, relationships, and reasons why this is a must attend event for 2023.  This conversation features: Ariel Rivera (Blue Moon Brewing Company - RiNo) Ashlie Randolph (Lifting Lucy) Tranice Watts (Lifting Lucy/Patuxent Brewing)  Grab your spot now for CBP Connects Milwaukee (June 19-21, 2023) https://cbpconnects-milwaukee.eventbrite.com/

In this conversation we talk about how to make a quality meme, outside the box brewery events, and the importance of keeping education accessible. This conversation features: Chris Overlay (Hoptimized Digital) Emily Wang (Fermly)  Laura Lodge (Start A Brewery)  Meg Ellis (Texas Craft Brewers Guild) View the complete schedule and RSVP for your chance to win a limited edition CBP shirt: https://fall2022.craftbeerprofessionals.org/ Huge thanks to ABS Commercial, Pneumatic Scale Angelus, and CO2Meter

CBP Fall Conference Preview: Online Advertising & Your Brewery: Dos and Don’ts w/Devon Hoffman (Site-Seeker) October 19, 3:30pm ET View the complete schedule and RSVP for your chance to win a limited edition CBP shirt: https://fall2022.craftbeerprofessionals.org/ Huge thanks to ABS Commercial, Pneumatic Scale Angelus, and CO2Meter

In this conversation we talk about the value of coaching, becoming a more successful leader, and strategies to stand out.   This conversation features:  Dana Kaluzny (Endswell Beer)  Larry Chase (Ray Johnson Group) Pulkit K. Agrawal (The 5th Ingredient) View the complete schedule and RSVP for your chance to win a limited edition CBP shirt: https://fall2022.craftbeerprofessionals.org/ Huge thanks to ABS Commercial, Pneumatic Scale Angelus, and CO2Meter

CBP Fall Conference Preview: What Do You Mean There’s No Alcohol? Sales and Marketing Strategies for NA Beer w/Scott Kolbe (Market Your Craft) October 18, 4pm ET View the complete schedule and RSVP for your chance to win a limited edition CBP shirt: https://fall2022.craftbeerprofessionals.org/ Huge thanks to ABS Commercial, Pneumatic Scale Angelus, and CO2Meter

CBP Fall Conference Preview: Beer and Balance: Strategies for Social, Mental, and Physical Wellbeing in the Craft Beer Industry w/Dana Kaluzny (Endswell Beer) and Tom Halaska (Ritual Beverage) October 19, 12pm ET View the complete schedule and RSVP for your chance to win a limited edition CBP shirt: https://fall2022.craftbeerprofessionals.org/ Huge thanks to ABS Commercial, Pneumatic Scale Angelus, and CO2Meter

Thank you to everyone who attended CBP Connects in 2022. In this conversation, we reflect on the highlights, relationships, and reasons why this is a must attend event for 2023. This conversation features: Brad Lugar (Steel City Tap) Madeline McMahon (Float Fermentations) Pulkit K. Agrawal (The 5th Ingredient) Tracy Bardugon (Fire Maker Brewing Company) Grab your spot now for CBP Connects Milwaukee (June 19-21, 2023)