Matt Harrison
Port Townsend,WA
Summary
Accomplished beer industry veteran, Co-Founder/Partner of Sunken Silo Brew Works, with a proven track record in launching and scaling a successful craft brewery. Established history of brewing award-winning beers and leading teams to success. Demonstrates exceptional skill and leadership, enhancing brand presence and achieving significant market penetration. Skilled in adapting to market trends and driving strategic growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Founder/Partner/Head Brewer
Sunken Silo Brew Works
05.2019 - 06.2024
- Designed, built, and launched a ten barrel (1200bbl/year) start up craft brewery.
- Responsible for all aspects of brewery production, including but not limited to; beer brewing, fermentation management, cellaring, clarification, and packaging.
- Managed inventory and ordering of finished goods and raw materials.
- Hired, trained, and managed brewhouse and front of house staff.
- Developed SOPs and safety procedures for facility.
- Launched outside sales initiatives to bars, restaurants, off-premise accounts
- Evaluated market trends to identify emerging opportunities and inform strategic decision making.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and customer engagement.
Self Employed
Harrison Craft Beer Consulting
10.2015 - 06.2019
- Traveled throughout north and central America offering dynamic consulting services to clients entering the craft beer industry.
- Assisted clients with all aspects of brewery construction and operation including; layout and design, brand development, equipment sourcing, recipe development, and operations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Marketing Coordinator
Ska Brewing
05.2013 - 09.2015
- Co-managed all marketing initiatives with graphic designer
- Responsible for all beer festivals, on and off-site events, and product launches.
- Coordinated with local non-profits and charitable organizations.
- Answered general marketing department inquiries by email, phone, and mail.
- Collaborated with external agencies on advertising campaigns, ensuring alignment with overall marketing objectives.
- Composed daily posts for social media and helped build corporate presence on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2008
Skills
Brewery operations from grain to glass
Equipment maintenance
Proven leadership skills
High level dependability and durability
Certification
- Siebel Institute Sensory Analysis Course Cerftirfication
- Sieble Institute Draft System maintenance Certification
- Certified Cicerone
- Proficient in Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Co-Founder/Partner/Head Brewer
Sunken Silo Brew Works
05.2019 - 06.2024
Self Employed
Harrison Craft Beer Consulting
10.2015 - 06.2019
Marketing Coordinator
Ska Brewing
05.2013 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Arizona State University
- Siebel Institute Sensory Analysis Course Cerftirfication
- Sieble Institute Draft System maintenance Certification
- Certified Cicerone
- Proficient in Spanish
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