Why This Beer?

Ken Beattie: Leading BC's Craft Beer Community with the Guild

Episode 9

In this episode, we chat with Ken Beattie, executive director of the BC Craft Brewer's Guild. Ken shares his journey in the beer industry, from his early days at Molson, to Okanagan Springs, and finally to leading the Guild. We dive into his role at the Guild, the diverse membership it serves, and the projects currently underway to support BC’s craft brewers. Ken also talks about the key challenges facing the industry today and how the Guild is fostering collaboration across Canada, working with other provinces to strengthen the craft beer community.

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