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Craft x EDU Grants GABF Professional Development Experience to Emerging Craft Beer Pros

By Dr. J Jackson-BeckhamPosted on Posted in Professional DevelopmentTagged , ,

As the largest and longest-running celebration of American brewing, the Great American Beer Festival® (GABF) is a unique opportunity for emerging and established brewing industry professionals. With the help of New Belgium Brewing Company, Craft x EDU provided free admission two two GABF sessions to a diverse group of individuals looking to further their careers in the craft beer community. 

In 2019, GABF’s 38th year, more than 60,000 attendees attended four sessions across the three-day celebration of American brewing. The winners of the GABF Professional Development Experience sponsored by New Belgium got the opportunity to taste samples of more than 4,000 beers brewed by 800+ participating breweries, engage with interactive booths, learn about American brewing history from some of the industry’s most notable innovators, and network with the leadership of New Belgium Brewing Company.

And the Winners Are

Dr. Asa Stone is an Advanced Cicerone who teaches at NM’s largest Community College. She is endeavoring to include craft beer education in her course offerings for one of the country’s most diverse student populations.
Dr. Eli Wilson is an industry vet who is now a professor of sociology. He is a Certified Cicerone who is currently collaborating with Dr. Asa Stone on a scholarly research project about gender and race in the beer world.
This Houston-based couple, Cassie and her husband, aspire to be brewery owners.
Brandon is the force behind Black Beer Travelers–expanding and spreading craft beer culture as he travels the globe. He uses digital technology to increase representation in craft beer.
Ashley is an Alabama-based beertender who is studying to become a Certified Cicerone.
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Michelle is an Atlanta-based food blogger with a passion for craft beer and the founder of Craft Women Connect.
Sean is in the process of starting up Juniata Brewing.
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