Brewbound previously revealed the 12 semifinalists for its signature pitch competition, the Brewbound Live Pitch Slam, taking place December 6 + 7 at the Brewbound Live business conference in Marina del Rey, California. Now, let’s meet the judges.
Our panel of expert judges span retail, investment, consulting, major craft brewery leadership and a former Pitch Slam winner. They will provide immediate feedback to each brand following their pitches. All of the Pitch Slam judges will be attending Brewbound Live, allowing guests to engage with them after the competition.
Semifinal judges include:
- Donn Bichsel Jr., Founder, 3 Tier Beverages
- Carrie Yunker, Executive Vice President, Bell’s Brewery
- Michelle Abdollah, Category Manager (Alcoholic Beverages), Extra Mile Convenience Stores
- Yair Tygiel, Founder, Sunboy (2022 Brewbound Pitch Slam Winner)
Bichsel, Yunker and Abdollah will be joined in the final round by:
- Ryan Lake, Managing Director, Arlington Capital Advisors
Six brands will advance to the finals. Watch the competition, sample the products, and meet the players at Brewbound Live on Dec. 6 + 7. Time is running out to register.
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About Brewbound Live
Brewbound Live is a strategic two-day business conference for the beer and beyond industry. Brewbound Live 2023 takes place on December 6 + 7 in Marina del Rey, California. Join founders, top-level executives, investors, and experts for networking opportunities, an all-star speaker lineup, and impactful industry insights.