
Signifiers 2020
Every year, we reflect on how lucky we are to chronicle the stories of folks making the beer world better. From incredible leadership to innovative ways of thinking, these are the people shaping the future of the industry—and we’re thrilled to share them with you. These are the 2020 Signifiers.


Sam McGregor and Tom Bott, Signature Brew

Sohla El-Waylly, Food52 / Babish Culinary Universe

George Adams, formerly GAEL Brewing Company

Yuri Hegge, Foeders and Het Lagerhuys

Liz Garibay, Chicago Brewseum / Beer Culture Summit

Natalya Watson, Virtual Beer School

Shahin Khojastehzad, Novare Res Bier Café

Bill Shufelt and John Walker, Athletic Brewing Company

Samuel Languy, En Stoemelings

Alicia Kennedy, From the Desk of Alicia Kennedy

The Team at Ryefield Hops

Susan Wheeler, Hop Revolution

Neil Witte, Craft Quality Solutions / TapStar

Ulrike Genz, Schneeeule Brauerei

Carmen Favela and Esthela Davila, Mujeres Brew House

Paul Jones, Cloudwater Brew Co.

Latiesha Cook, Beer Kulture

Reece Hugill, Donzoko Brewing Company
