craft beer Archives - Business RadioX ®

James Rouse of Voodoo Brewing on Craft Beer and Community

May 13, 2025 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

James Rouse of Voodoo Brewing on Craft Beer and Community

00:00 /

James Rouse of Voodoo Brewing on Craft Beer and Community (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 871)

In this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, host John Ray welcomes James Rouse, co-owner of Voodoo Brewing Company in Roswell. James shares his remarkable journey from a career in corporate sales and brand licensing to launching a thriving brewpub built around craft beer, creative food, and strong community engagement.

He opens up about what inspired the leap, how military life shaped his resilience, and why he believes success in hospitality is about people first. James also discusses what makes Voodoo Brewing unique—from doors on the ceiling to beer-infused menu items—and how his team’s attention to service and comfort has earned them a loyal following and glowing reviews.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, craft beer lover, or business owner seeking inspiration, this conversation is filled with practical lessons and heart.

John Ray is the host of North Fulton Business Radio. The show is produced by John Ray and North Fulton Business Radio, LLC, an affiliate of Business RadioX®, and is recorded inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

James Rouse, Voodoo Brewing Co, Roswell, GA

James Rouse, along with his wife Betsy, owns Voodoo Brewing Co. in Roswell, GA.

Voodoo Brewing Co. is a vibrant brewpub located at 1010 Mansell Road, marking the brand’s first entry into the Georgia market and its 24th location nationwide. Open daily starting at 11 am, the Roswell outpost offers a dynamic experience that blends award-winning craft beers, handcrafted cocktails, and elevated pub fare in an eclectic, welcoming atmosphere.

The brewpub features 24 craft beers on tap, including Voodoo’s renowned artisan brews, as well as a menu of beer-infused dishes and classic pub favorites. Guests can also enjoy various craft cocktails and a full menu, with options for takeout or delivery. The space is designed to foster community, hosting regular events such as live music, trivia nights, and other gatherings that encourage local connection.

Voodoo Brewing Co. is independently and locally owned and operated in Roswell, reflecting the brand’s commitment to immersing each location in its local community with custom logos, locally inspired menus, and consistent local events. The Roswell location is pet- and child-friendly, offers outdoor seating, and accepts a wide range of payment options, including contactless methods.

Founded in 2005 in Meadville, PA, Voodoo Brewing Co. has grown into a globally recognized, employee-owned brand known for its quirky personality, passionate beer culture, and dedication to quality and community engagement. The Roswell brewpub continues this tradition, aiming to be a go-to destination for both craft beer enthusiasts and the broader Roswell community.

Website | Instagram | Facebook | Beer | Food

Topics Discussed in this Episode

00:00 Introduction and Welcome to North Fulton Business Radio
01:50 Meet James Rouse of Voodoo Brewing
02:10 James Rouse’s Background and Journey
05:44 The Birth of Voodoo Brewing
09:11 The Voodoo Brewing Experience
13:18 Challenges and Triumphs of Running a Brew Pub
17:35 Crafting the Perfect Menu
21:39 Unexpectedly Amazing Fish and Chips
22:19 Craft Beer Infusions in Menu Items
23:17 Signature Burgers and Unique Menu Items
24:27 Pizza and Pub Pretzels: Unusual Brew Pub Offerings
26:05 Diverse Beer Selection and Barrel-Aged Flights
31:12 Craft Cocktails and Community Engagement
35:29 Future Plans and Upcoming Events
38:11 Location, Reviews, and Final Thoughts

About North Fulton Business Radio and host John Ray

With over 860 shows and having featured over 1,300 guests, North Fulton Business Radio is the longest-running podcast in the North Fulton area, covering business in our community like no one else. We are the undisputed “Voice of Business” in North Fulton!

The show invites a diverse range of business, non-profit, and community leaders to share their significant contributions to their market, community, and profession. There’s no discrimination based on company size, and there’s never any “pay to play.” North Fulton Business Radio supports and celebrates businesses by sharing positive stories that traditional media ignore. Some media lean left. Some media lean right. We lean business.

John Ray, host of North Fulton Business Radio, and Owner, Ray Business Advisors — **John Ray, host of *North Fulton Business Radio*, and Owner, Ray Business Advisors**

John Ray is the host of North Fulton Business Radio. John and the team at North Fulton Business Radio, LLC, an affiliate of Business RadioX®, produce the show, and it is recorded inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

The studio address is 275 South Main Street, Alpharetta, GA 30009.

You can find the full archive of shows by following this link. The show is available on all the major podcast apps, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, Amazon, iHeart Radio, and many others.

John Ray also operates his own business advisory practice. John’s services include advising solopreneurs and small professional services firms on their value, their positioning and business development, and their pricing. His clients are professionals who are selling their expertise, such as consultants, coaches, attorneys, CPAs, accountants and bookkeepers, marketing professionals, and other professional services practitioners.

John is the national bestselling author of The Generosity Mindset: A Journey to Business Success by Raising Your Confidence, Value, and Prices.

Good Beer, Good Business – A Highlight of Arizona’s Craft Beer Industry E48

July 22, 2024 by Karen

Good-Beer-GoodBusiness-A-Highlight-of-Arizonas-Craft-Beer-Industry-feature

Arizona Good Business

Good Beer, Good Business - A Highlight of Arizona's Craft Beer Industry E48

00:00 /

In the latest Arizona Good Business Radio episode, Thomas Barr explores Arizona’s craft beer scene with Cale Aylsworth with OHSO Brewery + Distillery, Andrew Bauman from the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, and Brad Miles from Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company.

Despite being 43rd nationally in breweries per capita, Arizona’s craft beer industry is booming. Six new breweries just opened in the last 3 months, and Arizona now represents 100+ local breweries.

This episode highlights the challenges breweries face, and how the brewery community comes together and relies on each other for the industry’s success. The guests predict a mix of prediction for the future of the industry, and discuss the opportunity to learn from national trends.

Since being establish in the Valley in 2011 O.H.S.O. has taken on a life and community of its own. Not only deeply entrenched in its AZ community, they are huge advocates and supporters for new local breweries and small local businesses.

With nearly 10 valley wide locations O.H.S.O.’s success directly reflects its support in its communities. Weather it be Teachers, First Responders, Mental Health Awareness/Resources, Animal Shelters, ALS or MDA, or even the Neighborhood Community Garden, O.H.S.O. believes that libations brings people to gather, and when good people gather, good things can happen.

Born at St Joseph’s Hospital in 1985, a third generation Arizonan, Cale Aylsworth’s claim is “Arizona is a place like no other”. He entered the restaurant industry to pay for college, started out as a food runner, to head expo, to server, to bartender all before age 20.

Cale found his path intersecting with a brand new local brewery in 2011 by simply enjoying a locally crafted beer at the bar. Thirteen years later he holds the title of Director of Sales and Relations, manages a majority of O.H.S.O.’s community outreach and is the “not by choice” face of the company.

Combining his passion and love for this one of a kind state, his journey with O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery has be a harmonious fit as his personal views and the company’s views align with the goal to be grateful for the individual people that make this community and to make sure to give it back.

The Arizona Craft Brewers Guild is the state-wide organization that represents Arizona Craft Breweries through legislative efforts, community partnerships, presenting beer festivals all over the state, and providing educational opportunities for the entire craft beer community.

Supporting local small businesses is our number one goal.

Andrew Bauman has been in the Arizona Craft Beer industry for over 12 years as a Head Brewer, Director of Brewery Operations, and currently as Deputy Director of the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild.

Prior to entering the beer business, Andrew managed restaurant and catering businesses in the Phoenix metro area.

Follow Arizona Craft Brewers Guild on Facebook and Instagram.

Arizona Wilderness is a Brewery and Restaurant specializing in Craft Beer, Burgers, and Sustainable business practices in Arizona.

Brad Miles is the Head of Production at Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company. He has been at Arizona Wilderness for a little over a year. He has a decade of experience in Craft Beer ranging from small breweries to large regional craft breweries.

Brad started his journey in Craft Beer as a Homebrewer then started moonlighting at a small brewery in Southern California where he spent a year learning. He then moved onto Firestone Walker Brewing Co where he started as a Cellarman, moved into the brew house, lead the filtration operations, managed the yeast, and eventually spent the last two years in Research and Development and new product development.

After 8 years at Firestone Walker he took a leap and started as the Head of Production at Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co, where he is responsible for all beer being produced, served, and distributed.

Connect with Brad on X and follow AZ Wilderness on Instagram.

About Arizona Good Business

What is good business? What are local businesses doing to build a better Arizona?

Join Arizona Good Business to hear from local companies who are:

Centering purpose at the forefront of business
Creating social well-being for the community
Prioritizing sustainability and positive environmental practices
Growing strong company cultures through building authentic teams
Ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion are involved in all business decisions

Arizona Good Business features local business leaders that are redefining what it means to do good business.

About Your Host

Thomas Barr is the Vice President of Business Development for Local First Arizona, the largest coalition of local businesses in North America. He advocates for a strong local business community that contributes to building vibrancy, equity, and prosperity across the state.

A proud Arizona native and graduate of Arizona State University, Thomas leads the strategic partnerships and business development at Local First through advancing the organization’s statewide business coalition and technical assistance resources deployed to entrepreneurs.

As the Vice President of Business Development, Thomas guides the direction and execution of Local First’s key initiatives and partnerships, as well as the collaboration of 60+ staff implementing work in entrepreneurship programs and access to capital, rural and tribal community development, and local food economic development. He speaks to groups both locally and nationally, presenting the impact of Local First through demonstrating the organization’s effectiveness in building economic opportunity for more than 20 years.

Outside of Local First Arizona, Thomas has contributed his time throughout his career to many causes and organizations including the American Independent Business Alliance, Arizona Commission on the Arts, Equality Arizona, Heritage Square Foundation, Phoenix Legal Action Network, and Young Nonprofit Professionals. He currently serves on the small business advisory council for Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes, as a member of the multicultural advisory board for ONE Community, and as a member of the board for Tempe Tourism.

Thomas is a 2018 Phoenix Magazine and 2020 Phoenix Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree, alumni of Arizona Leading for Change, and alumni of Valley Leadership Institute’s 40th cohort.

Connect with Thomas on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Stephen, Dianna, and Devon Peet with Kettlerock Brewing

May 18, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Stephen, Dianna, and Devon Peet with Kettlerock Brewing

00:00 /

Steven Julian, Stephen Peet, Dianna Peet, Devon Peet, Harper Lebel

Stephen Peet, Dianna Peet and Devon Peet/Kettlerock Brewing

Kettlerock Brewing is a family owned business in Peachtree Corners. They have a brewery and taproom located at 6025 Peachtree Parkway that opened in May 2021. They offer a variety of excellent American and European style beers and have just added some signature cocktails. Their taproom is a comfortable place where the community can gather and make connections. They provide live music on the weekends and host an open mic for music on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. They also are proud to offer an excellent venue for events. They are growing our business for corporate events and offer space for off-site business meetings and team building events during the work day or in the evening. They specialize in providing outstanding customer service and great beer and were voted Best Brewery in Peachtree Corners in 2022!

Gwinnett Business Radio is presented by

North Fulton’s Craft Beer Industry, with Charles Gridley, Six Bridges Brewing, and Andy Williams, Topside Tap Trail and Visit Roswell

May 27, 2021 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

North Fulton's Craft Beer Industry, with Charles Gridley, Six Bridges Brewing, and Andy Williams, Topside Tap Trail and Visit Roswell

00:00 /

North Fulton’s Craft Beer Industry (GNFCC 400 Insider, Episode 63)

Charles Gridley of Six Bridges Brewing and Andy Williams of the Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau joined host Kali Boatright to discuss the burgeoning craft brewing industry North Fulton. Andy also talked about the new Topside Tap Trail, highlighting seven breweries in North Fulton, and Charles shared Six Bridges’ plans to expand to a second location in Milton. The GNFCC 400 Insider is presented by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce and produced by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

Charles Gridley, Co-Owner & CEO, Six Bridges Brewing in Johns Creek

Charles Gridley is CEO and co-founder of Six Bridges Brewing in Johns Creek, GA with his son, Clay. They were homebrewers for 10 years before opening Six Bridges Brewing in 2018. Six Bridges has a 2,000 square-foot tasting room, as well as a 2,000 square-foot beer garden. They brew on a 30 barrel brewhouse, and a 2 barrel pilot system.

Charles is a chemical engineer and graduate of Georgia Tech. He previously worked in production manufacturing for Heraeus Tenevo and Baldor Electric.

Company website | Facebook | Instagram

Topside Tap Trail

The Topside Tap Trail is comprised of seven branded breweries in metro Atlanta’s “topside,” located in the cities of Roswell, Alpharetta, and Sandy Springs, Georgia. The trail was established to ensure North Fulton’s beer culture along the GA400 corridor gets the acclaimed recognition it deserves. The tap trail is brought to you by Visit Roswell, Awesome Alpharetta, and Visit Sandy Springs,

Website

Andy Williams, Executive Director, Visit Roswell – Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau

**Andy Williams, Executive Director, Roswell Convention & Visitors Bureau**

Visit Roswell is the destination’s convention and visitors bureau. Often referred to as a destination marketing organization (DMO), their organization incorporates targeted advertising and marketing programs with sales and public relations efforts to build the image of Roswell as a travel destination and increase visitation to the city.

Andy Williams became Executive Director in January 2019. Williams is formerly Director of Sales for Destination South Meetings + Events, a DMC Network Company, which is based in Atlanta. He is a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) through the Events Industry Council and a Travel Marketing Professional (TMP) through the Southeast Tourism Society.

A graduate of Young Harris College with an Associate of Science degree and Georgia Southern University with a Bachelor of Science: Tourism & Commercial Recreation, Williams began his tourism career as a Project Coordinator with the Madison-Morgan Convention and Visitors Bureau in Madison, Georgia in 2007.

In 2011, he became a Sales Manager for the Dunwoody Convention & Visitors Bureau, where he later became Director of Sales.

Williams has received several awards in his career, including Rookie Rotarian of the Year (2008-2009); Historic Heartland Travel Association Member of the Year in 2010; Meeting Professionals International – Georgia Chapter’s Rising Star of the Year in 2013; and Special Events Magazine’s 25 Young Event Pros to Watch in 2018.

Williams and his wife Ryan, have two children.

About GNFCC and “The GNFCC 400 Insider”

“The GNFCC 400 Insider” is presented by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GNFCC) and is hosted by Kali Boatright, President and CEO of GNFCC. The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit, member-driven organization comprised of over 1400 business enterprises, civic organizations, educational institutions and individuals. Their service area includes Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park, Roswell and Sandy Springs. GNFCC is the leading voice on economic development, business growth and quality of life issues in North Fulton County.

The GNFCC promotes the interests of our members by assuming a leadership role in making North Fulton an excellent place to work, live, play and stay. They provide one voice for all local businesses to influence decision makers, recommend legislation, and protect the valuable resources that make North Fulton a popular place to live.

For more information on GNFCC and its North Fulton County service area, follow this link or call (770) 993-8806. For more information on other GNFCC events such as this North Fulton Mayors Appreciation Lunch, follow this link.

For the complete show archive of “The GNFCC 400 Insider,” go to GNFCC400Insider.com. “The GNFCC 400 Insider” is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

Greg Ross with Four Peaks Brewing Company E17

November 23, 2020 by Karen

Phoenix Business Radio

Greg Ross with Four Peaks Brewing Company E17

00:00 /

Greg Ross with Four Peaks Brewing Company E17

Four Peaks Brewing Co. is an Arizona brewery and restaurant that was founded by Andy Ingram, Jim Scussel, and Randy Schultz. The original and main location is in an old creamery and warehouse on 8th Street in Tempe, Arizona, about one-half mile (800 m) east of the campus of Arizona State University.

Four Peaks has gained nationwide fame in recent years as a result of earning numerous awards at the annual Great American Beer Festival in Denver, Colorado.

Greg Ross is an experienced Sales and Brand Director with a demonstrated history of effectively connecting new consumers and wholesalers with a nationally recognized brand in both established home and expansion markets.

Skilled in Advertising, Media Planning, Budgeting, Wholesaler Integration, Event Management, Brand Positioning and Public Relations as well as using value added selling techniques to acquire new distribution and programs in National Accounts.

Connect with Greg on LinkedIn.

About Arizona Good Business

What is good business? What are local businesses doing to build a better Arizona?

Join Arizona Good Business to hear from local companies who are:

Centering purpose at the forefront of business
Creating social well-being for the community
Prioritizing sustainability and positive environmental practices
Growing strong company cultures through building authentic teams
Ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion are involved in all business decisions

Arizona Good Business features local business leaders that are redefining what it means to do good business.

About Your Host

Thomas Barr is the Executive Director for Local First Arizona, the largest coalition of local businesses in North America. He advocates for a strong local business community that contributes to building vibrancy, equity, and prosperity across the state. A proud Arizona native and graduate of Arizona State University, Thomas leads the business coalition of Local First Arizona by advocating for the economic and cultural benefits provided by building strong local economies.

Thomas steers the strategic direction of LFA’s major programs and initiatives as well as the engagement of over 3000 businesses across Arizona. As Executive Director, Thomas guides a team of statewide senior directors overseeing the execution of LFA’s communication strategy, major initiatives and key partnerships, as well as the collaboration of over 30 staff implementing work in entrepreneurship programs, small business advocacy, local food initiatives, sustainability, urban development and community building. He frequently speaks to groups locally and nationally, presenting the impact of Local First Arizona and the importance of local economy work in building prosperity.

Outside of Local First Arizona, Thomas has participated in volunteering his time to many causes and organizations throughout the Valley including Young Nonprofit Professionals – Phoenix, Equality Arizona, Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits, Arizona Commission on the Arts, Heritage Square Foundation and Phoenix Legal Action Network. Additionally, Thomas is a 2018 Phoenix Magazine 40 Under 40 honoree, alumni of Arizona Leading for Change, and current participant in Valley Leadership Institute’s 40th cohort.

Connect with Thomas on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Local First AZ

Local First Arizona is a nonprofit organization that celebrates independent, locally owned businesses. We support, promote and advocate for a strong local business community and raise public awareness of the economic and cultural benefits provided by strong local economies. Local businesses contribute to a sustainable economy for Arizona and build vibrant communities we’re all proud to call home.

“Pap” Datta – Left Nut Brewing Co. and Dana Chapman – iTN Lanier

February 4, 2020 by Beau Henderson

North Georgia Business Radio

"Pap" Datta - Left Nut Brewing Co. and Dana Chapman - iTN Lanier

00:00 /

Nilanjan “Pap” Datta – Left Nut Brewing Company

Left Nut Brewing Company produces craft beers and ciders of all types and flavors. Our brewery is located in the historic
Chicopee Mill industrial area in Gainesville, Georgia. “Left Nut Brewing Company” came into being as a Georgia Corporation in 2013. Many have asked, “Why did you go with that name?” Fair question. The name, “Left Nut Brewing Company,” is built on a vernacular which epitomizes the willingness to give up something of extreme value to do something or create something unique; something for which we have endless passion.
The name provides great curiosity, amusement, and immediately fosters conversation. When people drink beer, most often, it is in a social setting where conversation and stories are exchanged. We want to use this aspect of “sharing stories” as a central theme across our products, and product brands.

Each of our products will have a story tied to it. Stories which will connect you, our customers, to us as individuals, to the history of the style of beer you have chosen, or to local and universal myths and folktales which provide a thematic backdrop for our products.

Dana Chapman – iTN Lanier

This is Arm In Arm, Door Through Door Service with no cash, credit cards or tips in the car.

ITN Lanier uses a combination of volunteer and paid drivers to serve those over 60 who no longer drive, as well as those who do not drive because of visual impairment, of any age over 18. We serve only residents of Hall County Georgia and travel only to Hall County destinations.

Charles Gridley, Six Bridges Brewing, and Kathryn Woods, Confident Communications

October 8, 2019 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Charles Gridley, Six Bridges Brewing, and Kathryn Woods, Confident Communications

00:00 /

**John Ray, Kathryn Woods, Charles Gridley**

North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 169: Charles Gridley, Six Bridges Brewing, and Kathryn Woods, Confident Communications

Craft beer and improving our speaking abilities were just two of the topics covered in this edition of “North Fulton Business Radio” as we welcomed Charles Gridley, Six Bridges Brewing, and Kathryn Woods, Confident Communications. “North Fulton Business Radio” is hosted by John Ray and is broadcast from inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Charles Gridley, Six Bridges Brewing

Charles Gridley, along with his son Clay, are the co-owners of Six Bridges Brewing. They are Johns Creek’s first and only brewery and taproom. Opened in December, 2018, Six Bridges Brewing currently brews on a 30 BBL brewhouse and a 2 BBL pilot system. They’re dog and kid-friendly both outside and inside the taproom, and offer multiple TVs, video games, cornhole, board games, and of course, cold beer.

Six Bridges Brewing is located at 11455 Lakefield Drive, Suite 300, Johns Creek, GA 30097. To learn more, go to the Six Bridges Brewing website

Kathryn Woods, Confident Communications

Kathryn Woods founded Confident Communications in late 2016. Kathryn provides communication coaching and speaking training to show her clients how to amplify their voice in order to amplify their impact. As a recovering shy person, Kathryn understands firsthand the challenge that lacking confidence can present when communicating. This has led her on a lifelong journey to gain that confidence first for herself and then for her clients. Kathryn began her 20+ year career as a licensed certified speech language pathologist which is where helping people communicate more clearly became the focus of her work. Through customized coaching and training programs, Kathryn teaches her clients the simple tools and techniques they need to captivate their listeners, grow their business, and achieve their goals.

To find out more, go to the Confident Communications website.

“North Fulton Business Radio” is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®, located inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta. Renasant Bank has humble roots, starting in 1904 as a $100,000 bank in a Lee County, Mississippi, bakery. Since then, Renasant has grown to become one of the Southeast’s strongest financial institutions with approximately $12.9 billion in assets and more than 190 banking, lending, wealth management and financial services offices in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia and Florida. All of Renasant’s success stems from each of their banker’s commitment to investing in their communities as a way of better understanding the people they serve. At Renasant Bank, they understand you because they work and live alongside you every day.

Allan Duncan with Dempsey Lord Smith and Randall Veugeler & Phil Farrell with StillFire Brewing

August 20, 2019 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Allan Duncan with Dempsey Lord Smith and Randall Veugeler & Phil Farrell with StillFire Brewing

00:00 /

Allan Duncan, Randall Veugeler, Phil Farrell

Allan Duncan/Dempsey Lord Smith

Dempsey Lord Smith is an independent wealth management and retirement planning firm. As a Registered Investment Advisor, Dempsey Lord Smith is dedicated to offering you objective financial advice, access to a wide array of investment products, and the highest levels of personal service. Their goal is to form a long-term partnership with you, always acting in your best interest. With more than 100 years of combined experience in financial planning, their management team utilizes sophisticated portfolio modeling technologies to help you reach your financial goals.

Randall Veugeler & Phil Farrell/StillFire Brewing

The creators of the Suwanee American Craft Beer Fest and Suwanee Magazine are excited to bring StillFire Brewing to the City of Suwanee. Born from a love for community and a love of killer beer, StillFire’s 20-barrel brewery and taproom will find its home near Suwanee Town Center Park.

Birdies and Beer – Episode 2

July 17, 2018 by Mike

North Fulton Business Radio

Birdies and Beer - Episode 2

00:00 /

Welcome to Birdies and Beer, an unique lifestyle podcast featuring all things golf and craft beer! Guests for Episode 2 include Patrina King, Founder of Golf Women Mean Business, and Nancy Palmer, Executive Director of the Georgia Craft Brewers Guild.

Patrina King/Founder of Golf Women Mean Business

Golf Women Mean Business (GWMB) is membership-based and is the leading provider of golf resources for beginners, serving the needs of career and business professionals and advancing the participation of women in business golf. They help strengthen the business acumen through business training and create an environment for vetted networking. They also marry business and golf in order to create confidence for women in a male-dominated sport.

Nancy Palmer/Executive Director of Georgia Craft Brewers Guild

Founded in 2010, the Georgia Craft Brewers Guild is organized to promote, protect, and further the common interests of the members and the licensed brewing industry in Georgia. They work with and represent all of the production brewers, homebrewers, distributors, publicans, retailers, and beer enthusiasts who enjoy the brews from their great state! Executive Director Nancy Palmer led a years-long fight to change Georgia’s antiquated beer laws, ushering in major changes in 2017 when Georgia became the final state in the U.S. to allow craft brewers to legally sell beer directly to consumers in their taprooms.