Keynote
Mon. April 20 Keynote
Keynote Title TBD
Will Guidara is the author of the New York Times Bestseller Unreasonable Hospitality. He is the former co-owner of Eleven Madison Park, which under his leadership was named the Best Restaurant in the World. He is the host of The Welcome Conference, a Co-Producer on the Emmy Award-winning series The Bear, and is a recipient of the Wall Street Journal Innovator Award. His new book, Unreasonable Hospitality: The Field Guide, comes out in April, 2026.
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Will Guidara
Wed. April 30 Keynote
The State of the Industry
Brewers Association president and chief executive officer Bart Watson will address the evolving marketplace in our annual State of the Craft Brewing Industry presentation. He will take a uniquely deep dive into the association’s recent annual survey—the best and freshest data set in craft brewing—and present a broad national view of trends and topics we don’t cover anywhere else. He’ll also share exclusive big-picture thinking about what’s on the horizon for consumers and craft beer and beverage, and how businesses can navigate the rapidly shifting marketplace.
Bart Watson
Speakers
World Beer Cup
Awards Ceremony:
April 22, 2026
Philadelphia, Pa.
The World Beer Cup is the most prestigious beer and cider competition in the world.
The Venue
Sponsorship Opportunities
Activations abound to elevate your presence at CBC! Branding, happy hours, sponsored seminars….We have incredible assets to help you make the most of the show!
You’re in Good Company…
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