CBC 2025 Preview: It's About More Than Cans and Equipment with Dan Klasen (Beverage Federation)

In this episode, we dive into the upcoming Craft Brewers Conference (CBC), known as the "Super Bowl" of brewing events, with Dan Klasen from the Beverage Federation. Dan shares his valuable insights for navigating CBC, especially for first-timers and growing breweries. We discuss the evolving brewing industry, including the rise of contract brewing and alternative beverage lines like wine and THC-infused products. Dan emphasizes the importance of planning ahead, scheduling vendor meetings, and reviewing operational costs to maximize your CBC experience. We also explore strategies for business owners to delegate tasks and focus on strategic growth. Whether you"re attending CBC or looking to improve your brewery"s operations, this episode is packed with actionable advice. For more information about Dan and the Beverage Federation, head to www.beveragefederation.com/ -Music Credit- Neon Drive by Punch Deck | https://soundcloud.com/punch-deck  Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com  Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US --- For more information on Get Hoptimized, check out our website or follow us on social media. www.gethoptimized.com @gethoptimized