Brandon Richards

Brandon Richards began their work experience in the beer industry in 2005 as a Region Sales Manager at Craft Brew Alliance. Brandon later worked as a Field Marketing Manager before leaving in 2013. In 2013, they joined Coronado Brewing Company as the Director of Sales & Marketing, eventually working their way up to the roles of Vice President of Sales and Marketing, COO, and CEO. Brandon left Coronado Brewing Company in 2019 to co-found SouthNorte Beer Co. In the same year, they also became the President of AleSmith Brewing Company, where they currently hold a role.

Brandon Richards attended San Diego State University from 1999 to 2003, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Business Administration and Management, General.