Please join us in welcoming our new General Manager here at 14th Star Brewing — Ryan Chaffin!
As many of you know, Ryan is coming to us from our VT wholesale partner, Farrell Distributing, and Long Trail Brewing brewing prior to that.
Ryan is an industry veteran who has been a strong advocate and champion of our brand and mission since our earliest days. He brings years of experience to the team and we are beyond excited to have him!
“In my mid-twenties I had the pleasure to represent and grow with one of the true OG’s in the locally made VT beer world, Long Trail Brewing Company. They were, and still are real leaders, pioneers, overly passionate about producing quality beer, and that decade was a great run. I was and remain a faithful ambassador to this day.
Decade two in my fermented journey took me to serve one of my closest friends and incredibly respected industry veteran, David Farrell, and the entire Farrell crew of over 300 rock star employees, many close personal friends for decades of mine. Having leadership responsibilities for this world-class organization is a role that I will always be thankful to my friend Dave for. Along with my fellow senior leadership team, and countless others having that trust in me from the beginning to contribute, along with allowing me to do what I do best. I will remain once again, a faithful ambassador, and close friend to all here.
I believe both companies to be some of the most respected, creative, strategic, disciplined, and dominating groups in this industry, and I will be cheering them on supporting the momentum we have built together.
For my third leg of this beverage marathon that starts early December, I will be transitioning back to my roots representing, and proudly serving the 14 Star Brewing Co to head up the charge in 2022 and beyond. Brewed with a mission, one that I fully believe in. I have watched with respect and enthusiasm since we partnered on this brand and family at Farrell’s close to a decade ago. Founders Steve and Matt, along with many partners, family, and friends who have invested and supported this mission from the beginning is inspiring. Along with current and past employees, brand ambassadors, consumers, retailers, wholesalers, community groups, and nonprofits, along with brave Veterans have poured a lot of time, energy, and soul into the success of this brewery. I’m excited to join this group and carry out this current mission, while navigating it into the future with some solid industry support. Especially proud to announce on Veterans Day!”
Sincerely, and thank you.
Ryan Chaffin