EP6: From Dorm Room Brewer to Saint Arnold Brewery: How Brock Wagner Pioneered a Craft Beer Legacy

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Episode 06

In the fledgling craft brewery industry in the early 1990s, Saint Arnold found a way to succeed and make an impact. Now the oldest craft brewery in Texas, it continues to grow even as competition has exploded. Founder Brock Wagner’s passion for homebrewing laid the foundation that made Saint Arnold’s a staple in the Houston community and helped it expand into a major regional presence.

In this episode, we discuss the evolution of Texas beer culture, the early grind to establish themselves in an unwelcoming market, and their commitment to diversity in their workforce. Brock shares how they’re sustaining growth despite less demand in the market, their efforts to connect and give back to the local community, and the four things every entrepreneur needs to start a business. Tune in now to learn more!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• The birth of Saint Arnold’s Brewing
• What is a craft beer?
• Early challenges in the craft beer industry
• How Saint Arnold stayed competitive
• Saint Arnold: the story behind the name
• The importance of hiring and company culture
• Adapting to market shifts and staying profitable
• Navigating Texas beer laws
• Marketing strategies and key partnerships
• Community and charitable involvement
• How Brock’s role has evolved over 30 years

Connect with Saint Arnold:

https://www.saintarnold.com/

Learn more about The Feast of Saint Arnold:

https://give.texaschildrens.org/site/Calendar?id=103525&view=Detail

Candus Hinderer and Carrie Ferroukhi are the co-founders of Arcus Advisors, a business consulting firm dedicated to helping Private Equity firms and their portfolio companies improve results by optimizing the accounting and finance functions through strategic guidance and practical solutions. For more information and resources, visit Arcus Advisors: https://arcusadvisors.com/home

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