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In the time it takes to make a pot of coffee, Brewers Association senior director of federal affairs Katie Marisic and staff economist Matt Gacioch will give you an overview of federal tariffs. Learn about existing and proposed tariffs, how tariffs are implemented, and how small and independent breweries could be impacted.

About the Speakers

Matt Gacioch, Staff Economist

Brewers Association

Matt Gacioch (he/him), staff economist for the Brewers Association, helps members make sense of the data that enable their businesses to thrive. He brings experience from market analytics, brewery operations, and consulting, along with an MBA, MS, and BS from the University of Michigan. Follow him on Instagram @craft_econ

Katie Marisic, Director of Trade, Tax and Federal Government Relations at Diageo

Brewers Association

Katie Marisic dedicated a decade of service to the Brewers Association, most recently as Senior Director of Federal Affairs, during which time she was recognized multiple years as one of Washington’s top lobbyists. Based in D.C., she planned and executed legislative, regulatory, and political strategies to expand the association’s federal affairs presence on Capitol Hill. Prior to joining the BA, Katie was Vice President of Political Affairs at the National Association of Federal Credit Unions, and she got her start in politics working on congressional campaigns during the 2006 and 2008 elections. A Pennsylvania native and longtime craft brewing supporter, Katie helped open Atlas Brew Works in Washington, D.C., in 2013. When she’s not championing the craft brewing community, you can sometimes find her pouring beers at a local tasting room.