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Help craft brewers, importers and beverage companies build stronger businesses. We can take action, working with you, to help solve problems and move forward.
What our clients say about us…
“Mike Mitaro, President of Brewers Advisors, was instrumental in helping us facilitate this deal and helping us understand how our company fits within the changing craft beer industry. We were introduced to people with similar values which made doing a business transaction easier. Mike’s relationships in the beer industry and experience with transactions like these helped us structure a deal that worked for both Palmetto and Catawba. His reassuring advice and professionalism helped smooth the path every step of the way.”
—Larry Lipov, Palmetto Brewing Company
Meet our team
Mike Mitaro
Founder & President
Brewers Advisors is comprised of a team of beverage industry experts. For each project, we tap into the team’s expertise as needed. Every assignment and relationship is strictly confidential and is led by Mike Mitaro, who is always personally involved… “I like to make every client feel like they are the only client. Each client deserves our complete dedication.”
Mike Mitaro is a leading beer industry expert, regularly sought by large and small breweries for his insights into the inner workings of brewing companies and distributors. Mike has appeared in prominent consumer and trade publications, including The New York Times, FORTUNE Magazine, Modern Brewery Age, and others.
Meet our team of advisors and consultants.
Shaun Higgins
Adviser
Shaun Higgins is a former President of Coca Cola Enterprises Europe, brings extensive experience and is instrumental in helping beverage companies navigate these challenging times.
Steve Woodward
Adviser
Steve Woodward has consulted with leading craft brewing businesses on strategic direction, ownership and structural options as well as organization design and succession planning.
Bryce Eriksen
Digital Adviser
Bryce Eriksen is the digital marketing partner for Brewers Advisory Group. With 15+ years experience and international expertise, Bryce helps businesses get the most out of their digital world.
News & Blog
Ramblings of a wise(ish) man
M&A in Beverage Alcohol Mini-Series Part 1 – with Joseph Mannarino and Mike Mitaro
MHW is a leading importer of alcoholic beverages in the United States. Mike participated in a recent MHW podcast on Mergers and Acquisitions for beer and beverage companies. Learn what to look for if you want to sell your business and how to go about it.…