--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Brewers Association:
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WHAT: |
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania—a city with a rich history known for independence—will welcome the 33rd edition of the Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America® (CBC) from May 3-6. Presented by the Brewers Association, CBC is the leading industry event, and the only one that serves both brewpubs and packaging breweries. |
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| BrewExpo America is the premier trade show for craft brewers, offering the perfect platform to meet leaders in the national and international brewing arena and connect with current and future customers. | |||
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WHO: |
An estimated 13,500 attendees will have the opportunity to visit with over 600 exhibiting companies and hear from more than 125 presenters, including Brewers Association Director Paul Gatza and Chief Economist Bart Watson who will deliver the annual State of the Industry address, as well as keynote speaker Billy Beane, Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations for the Oakland A’s and the inspirational subject of bestselling book and subsequent movie Moneyball.* |
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| Beane is considered one of the most progressive and talented baseball executives in the game. He will share his innovative, winning approach to management and leadership, and how his Moneyball philosophy can be adopted for the craft brewing industry. | |||
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WHY: |
As demand for craft beer from small and independent brewers increases, CBC brings the community together in a collaborative and educational environment. New and veteran brewers have an opportunity to connect, share ideas and learn about a wide range of topics including brewery operations, brewpubs, export development, government affairs, packaging breweries, quality, safety, selling craft beer, start-ups, sustainability and technical brewing. With one of the most dynamic beer cultures in the country, Philadelphia sets the perfect stage for CBC. | ||
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WHEN: |
Craft Brewers Conference |
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| Tuesday, May 3 - Friday, May 6, 2016 | |||
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Times vary. For a full schedule of events, visit the CBC conference schedule. |
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BrewExpo America |
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| Wednesday, May 4: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | |||
| Thursday, May 5: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | |||
| Friday, May 6: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | |||
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WHERE: |
Philadelphia Convention Center |
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| 1101 Arch Street | |||
| Philadelphia, PA 19107 | |||
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MEDIA: |
Media wishing to attend and cover the 2016 Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America must apply for press credentials. |
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SPONSORS: |
The 2016 Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America and World Beer Cup are made possible by the generous support of their sponsors. |
* Arrangements for the appearance of Billy Beane made through Greater Talent Network, Inc, New York.
