The passionate individuals who comprise the BrewBilt team bring decades of professional craft beer experience with relevant perspectives on the history, present, and future of the industry.
THE TEAM.
Bennett Buchanan
Co-founder & CEO
Bennett brings brewing and hospitality experience from his time in San Francisco operating a brewpub and brewing for a larger regional brewery. He charts the path for the company and oversees operations at the brewery and BrewHaus. Along with all things beer, he loves live music, skiing, and biking.
Jef Lewis
Co-founder
Jef is responsible for the stunning stainless equipment that we’re so lucky to brew on. While usually busy with his stainless steel fabrication business, he can frequently be found helping out at BrewHaus or keeping all the parts and pieces of our operation running smoothly. Keep an eye out for his band Vikus playing local gigs!
Brian Williams
Head of Sales
Brian has been in the beer industry for over 20 years, and thanks to his relentless hustle and dedication, our beers are available in hundreds of retailers across Northern California. When he’s not spreading the word about BrewBilt, he’s probably in a fishing hole or on the mountain skiing.
Austen Conn
Head Brewer
Austen has over a decade of professional brewing experience as well as formal brewing education in Chicago and Germany. His intense passion for crafting intentional beers is the cornerstone of our portfolio. When this wizard steps up to the cauldron, good things are coming down the line. Fun fact: Austen has biked a loop around the entire continental US!
Jack Bates
Account Manager
Jack joined BrewBilt from the bar and hospitality world, which explains his natural ability to connect with customers. He is our road warrior, visiting hundreds of accounts every month and ensuring we are provide the best customer service. He loves attending SF Giants games, hiking in the Foothills, and amassing one hell of a beer cellar.
Matt Burnes
Brewer
Matt has nearly 20 years of brewing experience from several breweries up and down the California coast. His diligence and attention to detail are critical to our production. When he’s not in the brewery, he’s an avid mycologist who also enjoys scouring Craigslist for vintage organs and small motorcycles.
Chelci Buehler
Accounting Supervisor
Chelci wears a lot of hats at BrewBilt, including bookkeeping, HR, and regulatory compliance. She generally keeps our i’s dotted and t’s crossed. Outside of BrewBilt, she is involved with a ton of local causes, including leading the annual Nevada County Toy Run.
Allie Anderson
Admin Support
Allie also performs a variety of tasks at the brewery, including invoicing, inventory control, and bookkeeping support. In addition to being the friendliest person in Nevada County, she is an accomplished swimming coach.
Michael McClellan
Driver & Merchandiser
Michael joined us with over 13 years of experience in the grocery world. In addition to being a super safe and reliable van driver, he has a keen eye for an alluring grocery display, making sure our cans look their best on the shelves. Back in Santa Cruz, he was an avid surfer, but here in the Foothills, snowboarding is his game.
