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BA Kicks Off CBC With Announcement of Industry Coalition to Foster an Equitable and Inclusive Brewing Community

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted Sep 10th, 2021 by Tom McCormick

The American Society of Brewing Chemists, Brewers Association, Cicerone Certification Program, Master Brewers Association of the Americas, and the Pink Boots Society (PBS) have come together to form the Brewing Respect and Unity Coalition (BRU) with the objective to drive industry-wide adoption of best practices for preventing discrimination, harassment, and violence within the brewing industry.

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Feds to Mandate Businesses with Over 100 Employees to Require Vaccine or Testing of All Employees

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted Sep 9th, 2021 by Tom McCormick

President Biden is set to announce today a new federal rule that will require that all businesses with 100 or more employees to have all workers either fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or submit to weekly testing for the virus.

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NYC Brewers Guild Revokes Membership of Non Sequitur Beer Project Over Allegations

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted Aug 11th, 2021 by Tom McCormick

The New York City Brewers Guild has revoked the membership of a member brewery over allegations that “directly contradict the core values and mission of the New York City Brewers Guild.”

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Collaboration Beer to Support Industry’s #MeToo Moment

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted Jul 15th, 2021 by Tom McCormick

Massachusetts brewer Brienne Allan, who helped initiate the #MeToo movement in the craft brewing industry, is spearheading a collaboration beer called Brave Noise pale ale.

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These Breweries Boost Workplace Morale by Encouraging Communication and Incentivizing Their Employees in Unique, Fun and Meaningful Ways

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted Jul 9th, 2021 by Tom McCormick

The following is the fourth and final article written by Tara Nurin exclusively for ProBrewer. Visit the ProBrewer Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion resource page for additional DEI articles and resources.

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Setting Up HR in A Brewery Is Hard. Here’s How to Make it Easier.

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted Jul 1st, 2021 by Tamara Nurin

The following is the third in a series of four articles written by Tara Nurin exclusively for ProBrewer. Visit the ProBrewer Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion resource page for additional DEI articles and resources.

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Part 2 of BA’s Webinar Series on Sexual Harassment Takes Place June 24

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted Jun 23rd, 2021 by Tom McCormick

The second webinar in a three-part session offered by the Brewer’s Association will explore how preventing sexual harassment starts with having a conversation about what it means to be an ally in the workplace. The session will dive into what “counts” as sexual harassment, examples of how it can show up, and most importantly what we can do and say when we experience or witness harassing behavior.

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How To Write a Code of Conduct for Your Brewery, Bar or Affiliate Beer Business

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted Jun 21st, 2021 by Tamara Nurin

The following is the second in a series of four articles written by Tara Nurin exclusively for ProBrewer. Visit the ProBrewer Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion resource page here for additional DEI articles and resources.

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Not Sure How To Take Action on the #MeToo Movement? Start by Making These Four Simple Moves Now

Beverage Industry News» Beverage Industry Newsposted Jun 17th, 2021 by Tamara Nurin

The following article was written by Tara Nurin exclusively for ProBrewer. Visit the ProBrewer Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion resource page here for additional DEI articles and resources.

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Some Step Up with Positive Action in Light of Industry Accusations

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted May 26th, 2021 by Tom McCormick

The recent accusations of widespread discrimination, sexual harassment and misconduct in the industry has sparked a varied reaction by craft brewing companies and industry representatives.

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BA to Offer Three-Part Webinar Series on Sexual Harassment

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted May 25th, 2021 by Tom McCormick

In light of recent conversations around sexual harassment and gender-based violence in the craft brewing community, the Brewers Association will host a three-part sexual harassment prevention webinar series for Brewers Association members and their employees. The seminars will be led by Nikki Larchar, co-founder of Define the Line.

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Accusations of Misconduct Continue to Rock the Craft Brewing Industry

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted May 18th, 2021 by Tom McCormick

The impact of the recent Instagram post that sparked a huge outpouring of personal stories describing widespread discrimination, sexual harassment and misconduct in the craft brewing industry has continued to gain momentum.

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A #MeToo Movement is Here for the Industry

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted May 17th, 2021 by Tom McCormick

Sparked by an Instagram post a few days ago, the brewing and hospitality industry has peeled back the covers to expose longstanding and widespread discrimination, sexual harassment and misconduct across the country.

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BA Offers ‘Developing a Diverse Employment Pipeline’ Webinar April 1st

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted Mar 31st, 2021 by Tom McCormick

“We would love to hire more diversity, but candidates from underrepresented groups just don’t apply for our jobs.”

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Brewers Form Pittsburgh Brewery Diversity Council

Beverage Industry News» Beverage Industry Newsposted Mar 3rd, 2021 by Tom McCormick

Brewers in the Pittsburg area have formed the dedicated to expanding opportunities for underrepresented people from brewhouse to taproom.

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Ballast Point Announces ‘Brewing for Diversity’ Scholarship

Beverage Industry News» Beverage Industry Newsposted Feb 10th, 2021 by Tom McCormick

Ballast Point Brewing Co. announced its inaugural Brewing for Diversity scholarship program in conjunction with the UC San Diego Extension Brewing Program.

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BA Launches Mentorship Program to Increase Diversity in the Industry

Beverage Industry News» Beverage Industry Newsposted Jan 7th, 2021 by Tom McCormick

According to a statement issued today, the Brewers Association has launched a new Mentorship Program to increase the diversity of the workforce, leadership, and ownership of craft breweries by providing structured mentoring and advocacy to those who may be experiencing barriers to access or advancement in the industry.

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California Brewery Brews Beer to Honor First Black-Owned Brewery in US

Beverage Industry News» Business of Beerposted Sep 8th, 2020 by Tom McCormick

Oak Park Brewing in Sacramento, CA is releasing in cans and draft Oak Park’s People’s Beer to honor People’s Brewing Co., one of the first Black-owned breweries in the U.S. and likely in the world.

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North Coast Brewing Gives $50k Diversity Scholarship Endowment to UC Davis Brewers Program

Beverage Industry News» Beverage Industry Newsposted Aug 14th, 2020 by Tom McCormick

A $50,000 endowment from North Coast Brewing Company of Fort Bragg, California will launch the Mark E. Ruedrich North Coast Brewing for the brewing program at UC Davis.

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N.C. Woman Starts Fundraiser to Create More Diversity in Craft Brewing

Beverage Industry News» Beverage Industry Newsposted Aug 4th, 2020 by Tom McCormick

A North Carolina woman is trying to create more diversity in the craft brewing space through a fundraiser.

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