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Brewers Association (BA) members have online access to all recorded seminars, webinars, and presentations hosted by the BA. This archive includes seminars from the Craft Brewers Conference dating back to 2012, Collab Hours and Power Hours dating back to 2005, and other presentations such as member town halls, presentations to state brewers' guilds, and those presented at the Great American Beer Festival®.
Collab Hours are presented Thursdays at 1:00 PM Eastern (12:00 PM Central, 11:00 AM Mountain, 10:00 AM Pacific) and are FREE to Brewers Association members.
This seminar offers a safe space to learn how to effectively connect with diverse audiences. Explore the challenges and opportunities of today's social landscape, empowering engagement with target markets and employees. Unleash empathy, authenticity, and vulnerability, emphasizing active listening and bias unlearning for inclusivity. Gain practical insights and access resources through the Brewers Association.Read More
This seminar addresses the challenges faced by individuals with "invisible disabilities" in the brewery industry. Linda van Loon, who has firsthand experience with autism and fibromyalgia, shares stories along with colleagues dealing with conditions like Crohn’s disease, ADHD, and chronic pain. Attendees gain insights and tools for starting conversations and accommodating invisible disabilities in taprooms.Read More
Workplace harassment persists as a pressing concern, amplified by recent legal shifts. The Supreme Court's rulings on affirmative action and religious rights intensify workplace conflicts. Proposed EEOC guidance, the first in 25 years, underscores the need for proactive measures. This session aims to equip employers to address harassment amidst evolving legal frameworks.Read More
This session delves into promoting sobriety and responsible alcohol consumption in the brewing industry, fostering a culture of wellness. Industry professionals share personal struggles and insights. Topics include addressing alcohol use disorder, fostering open conversations, and implementing initiatives for healthy drinking habits. The aim is to cultivate balance, support, and wellbeing in brewery culture.Read More
This seminar addresses brewery burnout for all staff levels, offering insights and practical strategies. Participants learn to recognize burnout, understand its significance, and engage in difficult conversations about it. Whether owner, manager, or staff, attendees gain tools for addressing burnout within themselves and their teams effectively.Read More
This seminar explores the impact of harvest dates on hop aromas and beer flavors. Learn about in-field sensory techniques and testing to gauge harvest readiness for optimal aroma. Discover collaborations between brewers and growers to extend harvest windows, enabling a broader range of hop aromas and unique flavor profiles in beers.Read More
The seminar, co-hosted by the Brewers Association and Master Brewers Association of the Americas, delves into genetic engineering basics in brewing, encompassing hops, malt, and yeast research, regulatory nuances, and industry impacts.Read More
Recent climate trends have posed challenges for maltsters and brewers. This seminar explores strategies to overcome such hurdles, including adjusting malt treatment, conducting qualification brews, and collaborating closely throughout the growing season.Read More
This seminar offers brewers alternative methods to traditional hop selection, emphasizing quality improvement. It covers the necessity of selection, various options, risk mitigation, system building, and effective communication with suppliers. Attendees will learn practical strategies to enhance brewery operations and strengthen partnerships with hop suppliers.Read More
The United States Department of Agriculture's Agriculture Research Service (USDA-ARS) hop geneticists Dr. John Henning and Dr. Kayla Altendorf will present experimental hop varieties in public breeding programs, highlighting Advanced and Elite Line stages. Representatives from the Hop Research Council and Hop Quality Group will detail programs aiding public hop breeding and brewer involvement.Read More
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