Get an inside look at the challenges of running a craft brewery, including industry challenges and economic realities.

02:14 Beer Myth: Learn why owning and operating a brewery is not all fun and games, along with why some of the most common misconceptions about brewers are a real problem.

03:28 Katherine Shares Her Story: Katherine Valleau explores the difficult realities of running a craft brewery, focusing on the difficult decision to close the doors of Exit Strategy Brewing Company. She delves into the unfiltered truths and struggles faced in the craft beer industry, from rising costs to changes in consumer behaviors. Along with fellow Crafty Brewers host Brian Noonan, they have a candid conversation about the difficult decision to close her brewery, reflecting on the ups and downs of working in craft beer and emphasizing the importance of supporting local businesses in your community.

40:30 This Week in Bad Customer Behavior: Learn the specific reasons why it is not okay to steal from a business, even if that business is closing its doors.

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In this episode, you’ll learn about: Exit Strategy Brewing Company, global beer giants, legalized marijuana, seltzers, ready-to-drink cocktails, industry pressures, the pandemic, ingredient costs, community spaces, retail thefts, customer relationships, community engagement, marketing strategies, the craft beer industry, liquor licenses, market shares, trendy sobriety, social media, food costs, bad customer behavior, small businesses, craft beer brewers, sponsorships, merchandising, stealing from businesses, and hop water.