Matthew Thompson

Matthew Thompson has a diverse and extensive work experience in the beverage industry. Matthew started their career at Rogue Ales as a Senior Regional Sales Manager from August 2004 to April 2010. Matthew then joined Elysian Brewing Company as the Vice President of Sales and Marketing, where they worked from May 2010 to September 2015. During this time, Elysian Brewing Company became one of the largest craft brewery brands in the United States. Thompson then co-founded Ulee's Light Cider in June 2017 and served as a Co-Founder until March 2020. Ulee's Light Cider was the first exclusive Light Cider brand in the US. Furthermore, Thompson worked as the Director of Sales at Riverbend Malt House from July 2018 to July 2022, and as the Vice President of Sales from July 2022 to October 2022. Currently, they hold the position of Director of Sales and Marketing at Highland Brewing Company, starting from October 2022. Additionally, Thompson has worked as a Business Consultant at Thompson Craft Beer Consulting since September 2015. Overall, Matthew Thompson's work experience showcases their expertise and leadership roles in the craft beverage industry.

Matthew Thompson received their Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Communications from Appalachian State University. Matthew attended the university from 1997 to 2001.