JOHN HOLL: CHANGES ARE COMING TO THE BREWER’S ASSOCIATION

Bob Pease, who has served as Vice President of the non-profit trade group since 1999, has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. Charlie Papazian, remains President and CEO to focus on stewardship, government affairs, beer community relations and serving as a beer ambassador, according to a press release issued by the Brewer’s Association on Thursday. By John Holl

In his new role Pease will take on additional responsibilities in the area of personnel administration, and oversight in key operational areas such as finance and IT, with an enhanced role in government affairs.

“Since 1978, I have enjoyed championing the best interest of craft brewers and craft beer. I have seen the beer community through many dramatic changes—changes that are ultimately serving the best interests of both beer drinkers and brewers,” Papazian said in a statement.” I feel fortunate to continue leading the organization with someone as loyal and dedicated to the beer community as Bob. It’s also a privilege to have the guidance of a group of people as dynamic and passionate as our board of directors. Continuing my involvement is like waking up each morning in a beer garden, knowing there’s always another round being served.”

The Brewer’s Association, based in Colorado has 31 full-time employees and serves 1,395 Brewery Members, 170 Wholesalers, 297 Allied Trade Members and more than 20,000 American Homebrewers Association Members.

“I think I speak for both Charlie and myself in saying that we look forward to continued development of our ability to serve members and protect the interests of the broader beer and brewing community,” said Pease.

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