The Brewers Association is pleased to announce the six candidates elected to the Board of Directors. Positions start in February 2026.
Packaging class:
- Sierra Grossman has been elected for a three-year term.
- Jason Perkins has been reelected for a three-year term.
- Mitch Steele has been reelected for a two-year term.
Brewpub class:
- Jason Lavery has been reelected for a three-year term.
- Jason Spaulding has been elected for a three-year term.
Taproom class:
- Melissa Romano has been reelected for a three-year term.
Thanks to all the candidates who volunteered to dedicate their time and talent to help shape our industry’s future.
Updated January 7, 2026:
Election Results:
Packaging
| Jason Perkins | 27% |
| Sierra Grossman | 26% |
| Mitch Steele | 24% |
| Dan Gordon | 7% |
| Donn Lacoste | 5% |
| Anthony Derby | 4% |
| James Hildreth II | 4% |
| Mike Pensinger | 2% |
Pub
| Jason Lavery | 26% |
| Jason Spaulding | 24% |
| Wesley Keegan | 22% |
| Tracy Cryder | 15% |
| Rich Clayton | 11% |
Taproom
| Melissa Romano | 38% |
| Hutch Kugeman | 26% |
| Ron Hockersmith | 21% |
| Tyler Forbes | 14% |