Revolution Brewing Chicago
David Blackford is an experienced professional in the brewing industry, currently serving as Lead Brewer at Revolution Brewing Chicago since 2014. Prior to this role, David worked as a Packaging Specialist at Finch Beer Company from 2013 to 2014. David's career began in retail and customer service, with a position as Retail Sales Specialist at Patagonia from 2012 to 2013 and as Senior Deckhand at Wendella Tours & Cruises from 2007 to 2012. David holds a degree in Audio Arts and Acoustics with a focus on Sound Systems Contracting from Columbia College Chicago (2005 - 2011) and earned the CORe Credential of Readiness from Harvard Business School Online (October 2020 - March 2021). Additionally, David completed a course with NOLS in 2008.
Revolution Brewing Chicago
Revolution Brewing is Illinois' Largest Craft Brewery located in the heart of Chicago. We make approachable, balanced beers that are accessible to people on all levels. Revolution operates a bustling brewpub at 2323 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Logan Square neighborhood and a 40,000-square-foot production brewery with tap room at 3340 N. Kedzie Ave. in Avondale. We brew more than 50 styles of beer each year including the popular Anti-Hero IPA and seasonal favorites such as the Hero Series of specialty IPAs and the Deep Wood Series of barrel-aged beers. For more information visit revbrew.com.