“Beer is a tool to bring people together” (Jesse from North American Craft Maltsters Guild)

On this episode, I spent an afternoon in December virtually chatting with Jesse Bussard! Besides being my first international guest Jesse is also an incredible badass. Jesse is the Executive Director of the North American Craft Maltsters Guild. Additionally, she is Co-Founder of Fermentana, a Montana-based events promotions company focused on using fermented craft beverages to create positive change in communities through unique and educational experiences. She started the first Craft Beer week for Bozeman, Montana, was the president of her local homebrewers club for 4 years, and was the chapter leader for Pink Boots Montana for 2 years. Oh, and did I mention she also has a graduate degree. No big deal or anything. We discussed how important it is to support local which includes local farmers and breweries along with knowing where your gain comes from and minimizing your carbon footprint.

Follow Jesse on Instagram @ as well as North American Craft Maltsters Guild on Instagram @craftmalting and Fermentana @fermentana.llc.