The Brewers Association of Maryland (BAM) is proud to announce that Tom Flores of Monocacy Brewing Company has been named to the National Brewers Association Board of Directors. Flores holds one of three seats dedicated to pub breweries.
“We are thrilled to have a true Maryland brewer on the Brewers Association Board,” said Ben Savage, president of the Brewers Association of Maryland and Chief Marketing Officer at Flying Dog Brewery. “Tom’s passion for brewing and his commitment to the craft beer revolution is unparalleled, and brewpubs across the country will undoubtedly benefit from his leadership.”
Flores began his career in Maryland at Wild Goose Brewery in Cambridge while studying biochemistry at University of Maryland. He left Maryland briefly to obtain a masters at University of California – Davis, which he finished remotely after accepting the role of inaugural brewmaster at Clipper City Brewing Company in Baltimore. After helping to establish Clipper City, Flores joined Brewer’s Alley in Frederick, and also helped establishMonocacy Brewing Company, which thrives today.
Flores’ interest in the production of quality beer at the craft level led to his involvement in the Technical Committee of the National Brewers Association.
“This organization has proven its ability to serve our industry in a positive and enduring manner,” said Flores, who currently serves on the Brewers Association’s Technical Committee. His priority on the Board is to continue advocacy for the highest quality beer industry-wide.
“This is an honor for Tom, and his involvement on the Brewers Association’s board will undoubtedly raise the profile of Maryland craft brewing to new heights,” said Kevin Atticks, Executive Director of the Brewers Association of Maryland.
About the Brewers Association of Maryland
The Brewers Association of Maryland (BAM), founded in 1996, is the non-profit trade association of Maryland brewing companies. The mission of BAM is to promote, protect and grow Maryland beer through marketing, advocacy and education. There are 40+ licensed breweries in Maryland. For more information, log onto www.marylandbeer.org or call 410-252-9463.
The brewing industry in Maryland dates back to the American colonial period, when the first brewing company in the colony opened in the mid-1600s. With a rich brewing history of over 300 years, BAM is committed to continuing the proud tradition of crafting world-class beer in the Old Line State. Maryland craft breweries continue to grow and support local communities, from small business owners to the family farm.
Note: The above was taken from an official press release
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