Often in our breweries people find themselves in leadership because they’re great at their job or because we simply need someone in charge. But leading people is an entirely different ballgame and, without the right skills, things can get rocky. In this seminar, we tackle the difference between being great at your job and being a great leader. Leadership is more than just knowing the ins and outs of brewing. We go over the people skills needed to lead a team effectively, making sure that whoever’s in charge has the right tools to keep the team strong and the beer flowing.

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Learning Objectives

• Dive deep into distinguishing hands-on brewing prowess from the art of leading a team effectively
• Recognize the hurdles faced when trying to guide a team without the necessary people skills
• Understand how effective leadership can uplift team spirit and boost overall productivity
• Foster a brewery culture that values both technical mastery and leadership development
• Embrace the value of ongoing personal and professional development in leadership roles

About the Speakers

Adam Beauchamp, Chief Production Officer

Creature Comforts Brewing Co.

Adam Beauchamp is the brewmaster and one of the co-founders of Creature Comforts Brewing Co. in Athens, Georgia. Adam is a University of Georgia Alumni, and in 2006 he left a Ph.D. program in genetics and molecular biology at Emory University to pursue his passion and dream of opening a craft brewery. He served as a brewer at Sweetwater Brewing Company in Atlanta, Georgia for seven years before making his dream a reality and opening Creature Comforts alongside the other founders in 2014.

Chris Ediger, Founder & CEO

Craft Leadership

Chris Ediger (he/him) is the founder, CEO, and driving force behind Craft Leadership in Atlanta, Georgia, combining a deep appreciation for quality beer with a passion for strengthening leadership within the craft brewing community. Craft Leadership collaborates with breweries to help them invest in their people, turning leaders into champions for growth and positive change, and cultivating stronger teams. Drawing from the industry's unique spirit and challenges, he focuses on fostering an environment where both quality brews and solid leadership can thrive.