300. Brewing Influence: Ray Stout on Craft Beer, Collaboration, and Community Impact
In this special 300th episode of The Daily Influence, host Brian Smith sits down with Ray Stout, the Director of the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild, to explore how the craft beer industry in Illinois has flourished through collaboration, innovation, and community engagement. Ray shares insights into the Guild’s role in promoting, advocating, and educating breweries across the state. They discuss how craft breweries influence local economies, advocate for legislative changes, and create strong, community-driven businesses. From Beer Under Glass to the Festival of Barrel-Aged Beers, tune in to…
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