Increase Distribution Margins With This System

Increase Distribution Margins With This System

Author: Craft Brewery Financial Training Podcast August 9, 2023 Duration: 45:48
Beer businesses are always on the lookout for ways to reduce costs and increase sales. In today’s podcast we talk with Bud Dunn from VxP, who shares a tool that you can use to reduce finished product loss by 50% or more, and increase gross profit per CE by 20 cents or more. Key Topics Volume is good, profits are better, how to use VxP to increase bothHow to align sales rep incentives with overall growth of the businessHow to get suppliers involved with incentives and co-op dollarsResources Le...

For brewery owners, operators, and aspiring entrepreneurs, the financial side of the business can feel like a foreign language. The Craft Brewery Financial Training Podcast translates that complexity into actionable knowledge. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a practical, episode-by-episode guide to building a financially resilient craft beverage business. You'll hear straightforward discussions on creating realistic budgets, understanding cash flow cycles specific to production, and interpreting key performance indicators that actually matter on the brewhouse floor. We explore the nuances of pricing your beer for both profitability and market appeal, managing inventory costs, and making smart capital investments for growth. Each session is designed to demystify the numbers behind the passion, offering clarity on everything from daily bookkeeping practices to long-term financial planning. Tune in for a direct, no-nonsense approach to the business fundamentals that allow the art of brewing to thrive. The Craft Brewery Financial Training Podcast is your ongoing resource for developing the financial acumen essential in today's competitive market, ensuring your focus can remain on crafting great beer while building a sustainable enterprise.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Craft Brewery Financial Training Podcast
Podcast Episodes
How to Benchmark Brewery COGs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:38
Today we welcome back Tim Near from Agrowgate, a company that works to save you money on cost of goods sold. Think cans, cardboard, malt, freight and so much more. Key Points State of the industry: Trends in costs and co…
The X Factor to Cut Brewery Costs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:15
In today's podcast we hear the audio version of a recent Brewery Financial Round Table meeting where we tackle brewery cost management and expense reduction. Summary of key points: ​Use this 1-2-3-4 step process to put a…
Brewery Acquisition Financing Options [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:38
Today on the podcast we hear from Scott Birkner, VP and Business Lending Specialist at Dogwood State Bank. Scott shares insights on how to use SBA loans to purchase an existing brewery or make a partial acquisition of a…
Non-Alcohol Beer Data and Insights with Dave Williams [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:54
Today on the podcast we talk non-alcohol beer with Dave Williams from Bump Williams Consulting. Dave shares data, insights, and analysis on the non-alcohol beer category. Key Topics Major players in non-alcohol beer, sal…
The Power of Brewery Marketing & Finance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:07
Today on the podcast we hear from marketing guru Julie Rhodes from Not Your Hobby Marketing. Julie and I talk about The Power of Marketing + Finance. And dig in on why NOW is the time to invest in your marketing and sale…
Want to Boost Taproom Sales? Use a Recurring Revenue Model [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:02
Today on the podcast we hear from Ross Stensrud, co-founder of Tapwyse, a developer of custom branded apps for taproom breweries. Ross shares his experience working in commercial fitness - where the business model is all…
Webinar Replay: How to Build Your Brewery Key Metrics Dashboard [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:29
Webinar Replay: How to Build Your Brewery Key Metrics Dashboard In today's webinar I am joined by Alec Johnson from Ekos who shares his favorite KPIs and shows you how to build beautiful (and profitable) dashboards. Here…
3 Big Ideas to Grow Sales with Brian Deignan from Validation Ale [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:45
Today on the podcast we hear from Brian Deignan, founder of Validation Ale in Santa Barbara, California. Validation ale's tagline is: "Allowing great beer to rise to the top. Your order is a vote toward Validation." The…
How to Drive Brewery Profitability [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:56
In today's podcast we'll cover the key drivers of brewery profitability, and give you specific action steps to follow to improve the bottom line in your business. Key Topics Key drivers of brewery profitsScorecards to me…
Craft Brewery Community Dashboard [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:11
On today's podcast you'll hear about a new project from A-Bay Engineers called the Craft Brewing Community Dashboard. Many brewery owners and managers are looking for financial and operational benchmarking data, and this…