On this episode of the Brewer to Brewer podcast Sam Pecoraro of Von Ebert Brewing interviews Natalie Cilurzo, the co-owner and president of Russian River Brewing Company. The duo discuss the brewery’s journey and business strategies.
Cilurzo shares insight on the brewery’s growth from a 30-investor startup to 45,000-barrel production, by emphasizing slow, organic expansion and quality control. She highlights the importance of innovation in the beer space, and how Russian River came to use open-top fermenters and embrace New Zealand hops. The brewery has maintained consumer demand through careful distribution and quality assurance, she says.
Cilurzo also touches on succession planning and exit strategies, advocating for thoughtful, timely transitions to ensure the brewery’s legacy.
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