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The latest Brewers Association news including events, publications, membership benefits, awards, and announcements.

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5 Reasons to Pour at the 2026 Great American Beer Festival

5 Reasons to Pour at the 2026 Great American Beer Festival

For the first time in more than 40 years, the Great American Beer Festival is moving outdoors. Here's why your brewery should be there.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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Brewing Excellence Shines at 2026 World Beer Cup, Marking 30 Years of Global Competition Two World Beer Cup winners from China pose with their award

Brewing Excellence Shines at 2026 World Beer Cup, Marking 30 Years of Global Competition

A total of 353 medals awarded to 273 producers worldwide  Philadelphia —The World Beer Cup® (WBC), the world’s most prestigious beer competition, today celebrated three decades of brewing excellence by awarding 353* medals to breweries and cideries across the globe.   Organized by the Brewers Association (BA)—the not-for-profit trade association representing …Read More

From the Floor: This Year’s CBC Feels Different Will Guidara delivers the keynote address at the 2026 Craft Brewers Conference

From the Floor: This Year’s CBC Feels Different

A dispatch on why the mood at the Craft Brewers Conference felt like a turning point.Read More

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Membership Engagement Coordinator

I started with the Brewers Association in 2014. My goal is to engage with as many members as possible, help them maximize their membership benefits, and act as the resident resource-Sherpa to assist in navigating through the mountain of information.

In my free time I like to sip on IPAs and pilsners while playing bass loudly or petting my dogs. I openly welcome pup-pictures and all heavy/loud/noisy music suggestions.

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Let’s Talk About Toilet Paper Group Purchasing Toilet Paper

Let’s Talk About Toilet Paper

There may be an opportunity to save money on things like toilet paper through group purchasing, but it ultimately comes down to your brewery’s buying habits and preferences.Read More

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Vice President of Membership

Sarah Billiu is the Vice President of Membership at the Brewers Association. She joined the Brewers Association team after obtaining a Master of Science in Information. A Certified Cicerone and University of Michigan Alum, Sarah enjoys great beer and pretending to care about Michigan football. During football season, you will likely find her paddle boarding, dog walking, or enjoying a local brew (if there is no football involved, of course).

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Philadelphia’s Craft Scene Runs Deep
Todd and Laura Lacey at Attic Brewing Company in Germantown.

Philadelphia’s Craft Scene Runs Deep

Our recent feature covered some standout breweries in the Philadelphia area — but let's be real: the city's craft scene runs deeper than any single article can capture. Here are a few more breweries worth adding to your itinerary.Read More

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Membership Engagement Coordinator

I started with the Brewers Association in 2014. My goal is to engage with as many members as possible, help them maximize their membership benefits, and act as the resident resource-Sherpa to assist in navigating through the mountain of information.

In my free time I like to sip on IPAs and pilsners while playing bass loudly or petting my dogs. I openly welcome pup-pictures and all heavy/loud/noisy music suggestions.

See Graham Rausch's Articles
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