About this episode

Warren Bondi discusses effective marketing strategies for craft breweries and the importance of community engagement.

Join us at CBC 2026 for our free Brewery Profit Workshop on Monday, April 20th. Learn more and grab a spot at sbstandard.com/cbcprofit — In this episode of The True Craft Podcast, we sit down with Warren Bondi, the co-founder of Wood Foot Beer Co. in Fort Walton Beach and the founder of marketing agency Beer Marketeers. With a background spanning from stocking shelves for major distributors to serving as a fractional Chief Marketing Officer, Warren brings a unique 360-degree perspective on how to move product in craft today. Highlights include: * Why small systems (like a five-barrel brewhouse) allows greater control without distribution headaches * How multi-day events and pop-ups drive massive sales through community experiences * Why you should stop "boosting" your posts and start using an Ads Manager to see real results Whether you are struggling with a "quiet" brand or trying to decide if table service is ruining your reviews, this conversation is filled with tips and tricks for the modern brewery.

People in this episode

Guest: Warren Bondi

Topics covered

• marketing strategy
• craft beer
• community experiences
• brewery management
• sales techniques

Keywords

• marketing strategy
• craft beer
• brewery profit
• community events
• ads manager

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Wood Foot Beer Co., Beer Marketeers

Places: Fort Walton Beach

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