Afton Lukas has an extensive background in brand management and operations, currently serving as Craft Brand Manager and Brand Activation Manager at R H Barringer Distributing Co since December 2015. Previous experience includes roles at Bath & Body Works as Floorset Lead and Sales Lead, and management positions such as Bar Manager and Daily Operations Manager at Old Town Draught House. Afton also has a diverse skill set in event coordination and promotions from work at VWE Music Network, alongside bartending and operational roles at various establishments including Johnson's Seafood and Oyster Bar and Natty Greene's Brewing Co. Afton obtained education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.