Maui Brewing Company: From Startup to Success with CEO Garrett Marrero

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Garrett Marrero, CEO of Maui Brewing Co. joins the show! We talk story about his journey of establishing and growing Maui Brewing Company in Hawaii. The conversation sheds light on the intricacies of brewing, business challenges, and the company's environmental initiatives.
What we discuss with Garrett Marrero:

• Establishment of the Maui Brewing Company in 2005.
• The challenges Garrett faced while establishing a craft beer company in Hawaii.
• Garrett's commitment to the local community.
• A detailed account of the growth story of Maui Brewing Company, including their exciting new brews.
• Introduction to the Kupu Spirits brand, an offshoot of Maui Brewing Company.
• The importance of sustainability in their business model and reducing plastic waste.
• Discussion of Maui Brewing Company's facility's grid independence and its benefits to both business and environment.
• Discussion about Garrett's award-winning root beer and their award-winning Island Sodas.
• A deeper dive into the art of brewing in Hawaii, its beauty, and the intertwining of Hawaiian culture in their business.

Full show notes and resources can be found here: hawaiisbesttravel.com/episode97

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Music, Ukulele and Chill, by Coby G (used with permission)
Music, Aloha Friday, by Clay D (used with permission)

Chapters

1. Maui Brewing Company (00:00:00)

2. Craft Beverage Company and Hawaiian Culture (00:13:41)

3. Balance and Passion in Hawaii (00:19:53)

4. Maui Brewing Company's Expansion and Sustainability (00:29:40)

5. Grid Independence Benefits for Businesses (00:41:07)