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2018 Brewers Association Award Recipients

Since 1987, the Brewers Association has recognized individuals who inspire, defend and innovate within the craft brewing industry to an exceptional degree. These individuals, nominated by their peers, are presented with awards during the general session of the Craft Brewers …Read More

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Cultivating Your Brand Advocates

It's more important than ever to tap into the most powerful and effective channel available: word of mouth. Recruiting and cultivating brand evangelists will help build loyalty.Read More

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Vice President of Marketing & Communications

Ann Obenchain is the Vice President of Marketing & Communications for the Brewers Association. Ann develops and leads the strategic direction of the association's marketing and communications activities, and serves as spokesperson with the media for events, including the Great American Beer Festival, Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America, World Beer Cup, and Homebrew Con.

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Congressmen and Staffers Enjoy Savor on the Hill

Members of Congress got their own taste of SAVOR at a special event in Washington, D.C. on April 10. Hosted by the Brewers Association, SAVOR on the Hill’s list of bipartisan attendees included Congressmen Erik Paulsen (R-MN), Adriano Espaillat (D-NY), …Read More

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Senior Director of Federal Affairs

Katie Marisic is the senior director of federal affairs at the Brewers Association. Based in Washington, D.C. she plans and executes legislative, regulatory, and political strategies to drive the association's federal affairs presence on Capitol Hill. Prior to working for the BA, Katie was vice president of political affairs at the National Association of Federal Credit Unions. She got her start in politics working on congressional campaigns during the 2006 and 2008 elections. A Pennsylvania native, Katie is a long time craft brewing supporter. In 2013 she helped to open Atlas Brew Works in Washington, D.C. When she is not advocating for the craft brewing community on Capitol Hill you can sometimes find her pouring beers at a local tasting room.

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Export Development Program Showcases American Craft Beer in London

Export Development Program Showcases American Craft Beer in London

For the second consecutive year, the EDP had a booth presence at the Craft Beer Rising festival in London. Now in its sixth year, Craft Beer Rising has become a highly regarded trade and consumer beer show attracting more than 12,000 …Read More

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Director of International Relations

Steve is the international relations director at the Brewers Association. In his role, Steve manages the Export Development Program (EDP) which educates international trade and media about the quality and diversity of products offered by American craft brewers and helps member breweries grow their business in international markets. Prior to his role as EDP manager, Steve spent six and a half years as the assistant director of the American Homebrewers Association helping small & independent brewers and homebrew retailers expand their reach among homebrewers. He lives in Boulder, Colo., where he is a homebrewer, Certified BJCP beer judge, and Advanced Cicerone®.

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American Craft Beer Featured at Beijing and Shanghai Events

The Brewers Association Export Development Program returned to the Beijing Invitational Craft Beer Festival in March, for a second consecutive year of participating in the event. Six breweries sent representatives to showcase their beers in person, and beers from an additional nine breweries were featured at the BA booth. Over the three-day show, the crowd totaled approximately 1,500 people. In addition, a panel of brewers—including three from the United States—participated in a panel discussion on AB InBEV’s role in global craft beer trade.Read More

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Director of International Relations

Steve is the international relations director at the Brewers Association. In his role, Steve manages the Export Development Program (EDP) which educates international trade and media about the quality and diversity of products offered by American craft brewers and helps member breweries grow their business in international markets. Prior to his role as EDP manager, Steve spent six and a half years as the assistant director of the American Homebrewers Association helping small & independent brewers and homebrew retailers expand their reach among homebrewers. He lives in Boulder, Colo., where he is a homebrewer, Certified BJCP beer judge, and Advanced Cicerone®.

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