
A former professor of Communication Studies, Dr. J Jackson-Beckham dedicated her academic career to the study of American beer. Today, she helps craft beverage organizations develop inclusive, equitable, and just practices that drive success, build communities, and empower individuals through her consultancy, Crafted For All, LLC. She is also the founder and Executive Director of Craft x EDU (pronounced “craft by E-D-U”), a nonprofit whose mission is to champion equity, inclusion, and justice in the craft brewing community through education and professional development. She is an author, speaker, and vocal advocate for the craft beverage community. In 2018, Dr. J was named the Brewers Association’s first-ever Diversity Ambassador. Today, Jackson-Beckham leads the Brewers Association’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) department as the association’s Equity & Inclusion Partner.
Are You Okay? Navigating Burnout, Secondary Trauma, and Mega-Threats as Agents of Culture Change
Sunday, May 7, 2023
8:50 AM – 9:50 AM
Black Is Beautiful Documentary Film Screening & Roundtable Discussion
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
4:00 PM – 5:45 PM
Put Your Money Where Your Values Are: Social Equity Procurement Programs for the Craft Brewing Industry
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM