(KANSAS CITY, MO) – Boulevard Brewing Company today announced the appointment of Mike Magoulas as Chief Executive Officer. Founder John McDonald retains the title of president, and will remain active in the business.
“Mike brings a wealth of experience to our leadership team” said McDonald. “He’ll be focused on planning and execution, which will allow me to spend more of my time on beer. It was my love of beer, of process and innovation, that brought me into this business in the first place, and those are the things I do best. I see this as an important step in our evolution.”
Magoulas’ most recent industry position was with MillerCoors, where he served as Regional Vice President for the Central U.S. He has held leadership positions with E&J Gallo Winery, and with beer distributorships in Omaha, Neb., Wichita, Kan., and Kansas City, Mo. In addition to strong beverage industry experience, Mike brings extensive management, operational, and organizational skills from his years as a business owner and consultant.
“Boulevard has achieved great things over its 22-year history,” said Magoulas, “and the future looks bright. I’m honored to be joining John and his team as we roll up our sleeves and get to work.”
About Boulevard Brewing Company
Boulevard Brewing Company has grown to become one of the largest specialty brewers in the Midwest, dedicated to the craft of producing fresh, flavorful beers using traditional ingredients and the best of both old and new brewing techniques. Boulevard beers are distributed in 23 states and the District of Columbia. For more information, visit www.boulevard.com, facebook.com/Boulevard, or follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/Boulevard_Beer.