The Brewery Talent Crisis: What to Know and What to Do

The Brewery Talent Crisis: What to Know and What to Do

We are experiencing an unprecedented talent crisis in the US. We are producing more jobs than we have workers to fill them, companies are now competing for talent across all industries – not just within their own. Engagement is at its lowest in almost 10 years and the expectations among Millennials and GenZ have created the long overdue awakening about what leaders need to do to build engaged and productive teams. See the compelling statistics and learn how, as a leader, you can realize the ROI of talent development and build a more productive and sustainable organization.


Steve Hopkins leads Wipfli’s leadership consulting team within the Organizational Performance group, helping clients grow their people, culture, and organizations. With over a decade of experience in leadership development and executive coaching, Steve builds on a diverse career that includes managing global sales, leading business units, and teaching at the University of Kentucky. He is known for his eclectic background and passion for empowering leaders through frameworks, training, and tools. His consulting approach is thoughtful and thought-provoking, with a focus on enhancing employee performance, team cohesion, and organizational growth.


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Beer Excise Tax Across the Country: Tax Obligations When Selling Interstate

Beer Excise Tax Across the Country: Tax Obligations When Selling Interstate

For better or worse, the U.S. beer market is built on top of a sea of excise taxes, which every successful and compliant brewer must learn to navigate. As your brewery grows and enters more state mark...

3 Nov 202554min

Sell Smarter, Not Harder: How to Drive Growth Without a Traditional Sales Team

Sell Smarter, Not Harder: How to Drive Growth Without a Traditional Sales Team

Hiring a whole sales team isn’t always realistic, but that doesn’t mean your growth has to stall. This session explores how independent beverage brands can scale sales using lean, digital-first strate...

1 Nov 20251h

What to Know Before You Buy or Sell a Brewery

What to Know Before You Buy or Sell a Brewery

There’s a lot of consolidation in the brewing industry right now. And, there are a lot of people looking to make an exit. We tell clients that, right now, it’s probably cheaper to buy a brewery than t...

29 Okt 202556min

What the Hemp? Adding THC Beverages to the Menu

What the Hemp? Adding THC Beverages to the Menu

In this session we will dive into the world of hemp beverages, exploring the state of the industry, market trends, technical details, and, most importantly, giving you ample time to ask questions! Top...

27 Okt 202528min

Destructive Forces on Stainless Steel Explained

Destructive Forces on Stainless Steel Explained

This presentation explains the various scenarios in which stainless steel equipment can be damaged and how to avoid damaging the equipment by understanding the cause effects. We will also discuss vari...

25 Okt 202545min

Crafting Talent on a Pint Sized Budget

Crafting Talent on a Pint Sized Budget

In an industry driven by grassroots grit, passion, and what at times feels like flying by the seat of your pants, professional development often takes a backseat to production schedules and tight budg...

22 Okt 20251h 1min

Intentional Growth: How to Expand Without Losing Control

Intentional Growth: How to Expand Without Losing Control

In today’s challenging beverage landscape, most breweries aren’t chasing overnight success as the next big regional or national player. Instead, growth comes from intentional moves that fit the busine...

18 Okt 20251h 4min

Benchmarking and Profit Mapping for Breweries

Benchmarking and Profit Mapping for Breweries

Uncover where your brewery truly makes money by identifying key profit drivers across products, customers, and channels. In this session, you’ll learn how to benchmark your financial performance again...

15 Okt 202555min

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