Today the gang welcomes back Chris Steffanci, president and CEO of Columbia Distributing, the largest beverage distributor in the Pacific Northwest, representing suppliers as diverse as Constellation, Red Bull, Molson Coors, Mike's, HUSA, Pabst, etc. along with a large craft book, wine and spirits and non-alc. 

We speak about the challenges of staffing up in a post-covid world, their new unique deal with Scout, the growth of Blue Cloud, getting a piece of the Sazerac business, collaborating with suppliers, and more. 

Note:  Video feed at www.youtube.com/beernetradio

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Beer Business Daily publisher Harry Schuhmacher joins his editors and other guests once a week as they grok the industry issues of the day.  

-Podcast Hotline: Text or call Harry in confidence at:‪ (262) 345-2501‬

-Audio/Video feeds at https://linktr.ee/beernet

-Articles referenced at beernet.com

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Today the gang is again joined by our legal correspondent Bianca Bruno to discuss the second half of the trial between Monster and Bang Energy, where Monster has accused Bang of unfair and "despicable" business practices.  The editors discuss the legal issues, the possible damages, and the usual bafoonery. 

Video feed:  https://www.youtube.com/beernetradio

---About---

Beer Business Daily publisher Harry Schuhmacher joins his editors and other guests once a week as they grok the industry issues of the day.  

-Podcast Hotline: Text or call Harry in confidence at:‪ (262) 345-2501‬

-Audio/Video feeds at https://linktr.ee/beernet

-Articles referenced at beernet.com

-Twitter / IG / TikTok:  @beerbizdaily

Today the gang (Harry, Jenn, and Bianca) speak with the co-founder of alcohol-free marketer -- both brick and mortar and dtc -- Nick Bodkins of Boisson. 

Show starts in earnest:  01:20

(Note:  Audio only.  Video failed on this episode). 

---About---

Beer Business Daily publisher Harry Schuhmacher joins his editors and other guests once a week as they grok the industry issues of the day.  

-Podcast Hotline: Text or call Harry in confidence at:‪ (262) 345-2501‬

-Audio/Video feeds at https://linktr.ee/beernet

-Articles referenced at beernet.com

-Twitter / IG / TikTok:  @beerbizdaily

Today the gang is joined by National Beer Wholesalers Association chief Craig Purser, who gives us a rundown of what to expect at their annual NBWA convention and product showcase in Chicago on Oct. 9-12. 

Note:  Video feed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qShFK0-pbaE

---About---

Beer Business Daily publisher Harry Schuhmacher joins his editors and other guests once a week as they grok the industry issues of the day.  

-Podcast Hotline: Text or call Harry in confidence at:‪ (262) 345-2501‬

-Audio/Video feeds at https://linktr.ee/beernet

-Articles referenced at beernet.com

-Twitter / IG / TikTok:  @beerbizdaily

Today Harry speaks with 'recovering' management consultant turned DTC purveyor Chris Becker, founder and CEO of Better Rhodes, a direct marketer and wholesaler of premium non-alc beverages.  

Chris speaks about his business model, the challenges of non-alc, the changing drinking landscape, and their non-alc product rating app, Better Without.

Note:  A video version is available at: www.youtube.com/beernetradio

---About---

Beer Business Daily publisher Harry Schuhmacher joins his editors and other guests once a week as they grok the industry issues of the day.  

-Podcast Hotline: Text or call Harry in confidence at:‪ (262) 345-2501‬

-Audio/Video feeds at https://linktr.ee/beernet

-Articles referenced at beernet.com

-Twitter / IG / TikTok:  @beerbizdaily

Today the gang is joined by our legal correspondent Bianca Bruno to discuss the first few days of the trial between Monster and Bang Energy, where Monster has accused Bang of unfair and "despicable" business practices. 

It's no secret there is no love lost between Bang founder Jack Owoc and Monster co-founder Rodney Sacks. This caps the third lawsuit between these two energy drinks giants, and Bianca discusses some of the behind-the-scenes color.  

--About--

Beer Business Daily publisher Harry Schuhmacher joins his editors and other guests once or twice a week as they grok the industry issues of the day.  

-Podcast Hotline: Text or call Harry in confidence at:‪ (262) 345-2501‬

-Audio/Video feeds at https://linktr.ee/beernet

-Articles referenced at beernet.com

-Twitter / IG / TikTok:  @beerbizdaily

Today the gang speaks with Jeff Nedeau, Sr Director Of Business Development at TapRm, which works with emerging beer and seltzer brands to ramp up their DTC game. Learn how.

Show Starts in earnest:  01:00

00:00 Intro- technical difficulties, hilarious banter. Harry tries being a morning zoo dj. 

02:00 Sean joins the circus. 

---About---

Beer Business Daily publisher Harry Schuhmacher joins his editors and other guests once a week as they grok the industry issues of the day.  

-Podcast Hotline: Text or call Harry in confidence at:‪ (262) 345-2501‬

-Audio/Video feeds at https://linktr.ee/beernet

-Articles referenced at beernet.com

-Twitter / IG / TikTok:  @beerbizdaily

Because beer and beverages are naturally heavy and temp-sensitive, it takes a lot of energy to move and store the stuff. That's why beer industry veteran Molly Reilly started Double Green, a consultancy that helps members of all three tiers achieve their sustainability goals -- while saving them money.  

In fact, the NBWA just contracted with Molly to create a sustainability toolkit (along with carbon calculator) for distributors to assess their needs.  

Today Harry and Jordan speak with Molly on why now is a good time to make some smart eco-moves, the low-hanging fruit to get started, how beer has always led the way, and much more. 

Show starts in earnest:  02:00

00:00 intro - tech difficulties, hilarious banter. 

02:00 molly joins show. 

---About---

Beer Business Daily publisher Harry Schuhmacher joins his editors and other guests once a week as they grok the industry issues of the day.  

-Podcast Hotline: Text or call Harry in confidence at:‪ (262) 345-2501‬

-Audio/Video feeds at https://linktr.ee/beernet

-Articles referenced at beernet.com

-Twitter / IG / TikTok:  @beerbizdaily

Today the gang speaks with JB Shireman of Arlington Capital and Bump Williams of Bump Williams Consulting on all things m&a, cross-category investments, pricing, and more. 

Show starts in earnest:  04:00

00:00 intro - hilarious banter, recapping the johnny gillis memorial reception. 

04:00 bump and jb join the show.

---About---

Beer Business Daily publisher Harry Schuhmacher joins his editors and other guests once or twice a week as they grok the industry issues of the day.  

-Podcast Hotline: Text or call Harry in confidence at:‪ (262) 345-2501‬

-Audio/Video feeds at https://linktr.ee/beernet

-Articles referenced at beernet.com

-Twitter / IG / TikTok:  @beerbizdaily

Today the gang speaks with LeAnn Darland and Tara Hankinson, co-owners of red-hot Talea Beer Company, the only veteran and woman-owned brewery in New York. Talea operates two brewpubs in Brooklyn and a popular pop-up in Grand Central Station. 

Show starts in earnest:  05:45 

---About---

Beer Business Daily publisher Harry Schuhmacher joins his editors and other guests once a week as they grok the industry issues of the day.  

-Podcast Hotline: Text or call Harry in confidence at:‪ (262) 345-2501‬

-Audio/Video feeds at https://linktr.ee/beernet

-Articles referenced at beernet.com

-Twitter / IG / TikTok:  @beerbizdaily