Overview
2 Days of Sessions • 106 Exhibitors • Wellness Area
The NYS Brewers Conference is the fastest growing state-level brewers conference in the country, over 700 people are expected to attend this year. There is plenty of opportunity to learn, gather resources and connect with industry professionals. We look forward to seeing you at the Albany Capital Center in downtown Albany March 20-2022, 2024.
Registration is now open exclusively through MembershipWorks. NYSBA allied & brewery members receive discounted registration (breweries $229 / $279, allieds $299 / $349).
Exhibitor Showcase registration is separate from Attendee registration. $699 members / $999 nonmembers.
Not a current member? Join the NYSBA as a brewery or allied today.
*Your Conference registration can be managed and updated at anytime by logging into your MembershipWorks account.
Sponsorship
Connect with Breweries
There are a myriad of ways to get involved with the Conference. Position your brand to stand out and show your support of the NYS craft beer industry. Packages available at all investment levels. Contact meghan@newyorkcraftbeer.com.
100+
Exhibitors
Discover New Partners, Products & Solutions.
Meet face to face with more than100 companies from across the country that can help your business save time, save money, and grow. Located on the 1st and 2nd floors of the Albany Capital Center, the exhibit hall is easily accessible by elevator or escalator from the breakout sessions. Discover innovative products and solutions to help your business thrive.
THURSDAY (2024)
Keynote
Address
Kathleen Chiavetta
CEO, Chiavetta's Catering and Chicken BBQ
Crack open a cold one, and meet Kathleen Chiavetta: a true Buffalonian, a master of marinades, and a fierce believer in family and flaming grills. Learn the history of a multi-generational family business that has, for decades, been a key thread in Buffalo’s culinary tapestry. Kathleen is committed to stewarding this beloved brand into the future, melding tradition with forward-thinking strategies, culture cultivation, leadership development, and yes, a spicy side of succession planning.
FRIDAY (2024)
Keynote
Address
Audra Gaiziunas
CEO, Brewed For Her Ledger
Join Audra Gaiziunas, owner of Brewed For Her Ledger, a consultancy specializing in strategic financial guidance for the craft alcohol community, as she reflects on the challenges faced by the craft beer industry in 2023.
Despite the hardships, Audra will emphasize the positive stories and "aha" moments discovered in the face of change, sharing success stories of breweries that not only survived, but thrived. Departing from technical jargon, excel sheets and formulas, you’ll be taken on an inspiring journey through the voices and actions of her brewery partners, offering a unique and relatable perspective.
40 Educational Sessions
Learn & Grow
Industry professionals share their expertise on a wide range of content providing an enriching experience for all members of your team. From the taproom to the brewhouse, marketing to accounting - all are sure to learn something new. Select 1 session during each of the four time slots per day.
Beers & Bonding
Share Beer & Conversation
Networking is an important part of the NYS Brewers Conference. Get to know peers, suppliers, and icons on a personal level…it’s what makes the NY craft beer community so strong.
Advertising
Showcase your brand with digital advertising.
We no longer print a physical Conference Program but there are still ways to get your brand in front of Conference attendees. There are a myriad of display screens throughout the interior of the venue and a large screen visible to those passing by the exterior of the venue.
Accommodations
The following hotels are within walking distance of the Albany Capital Center:
Renaissance Hotel (connected to ACC)
144 State St, Albany, NY
(518) 992-2500
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Room block with discounted rates is sold-out.
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Standard rate rooms still available.
Hilton Albany (0.2 mi.)
40 Lodge St, Albany, NY
(518) 462-6611
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Starting at $209/night
Fairfield Inn (0.3 mi.)
74 State St, Albany, NY
(518) 434-7410
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Starting at $234/night
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Doubles sold-out
Hampton Inn and Suites (0.4 mi)
25 Chapel Street, Albany, NY
(518) 432-7000
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Starting at $189/night
Four Points by Sheraton Albany (1.64 mi.)
3 Mount Hope Way, Albany, NY
(518) 949-2220
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$149/night discounted rate available until 3/1 or until sold-out.
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Click here to reserve a room.
Places to Eat
Fine Dining:
Wellington’s (0.0 mi. - inside Renaissance Hotel)
144 State Street
Yono’s (0.3 mi. - inside Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown-Albany)
25 Chapel Street
dp An American Brasserie (0.3 mi. - inside Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown-Albany)
25 Chapel Street
Cafe Capriccio (0.3 mi.)
49 Grand Street
677 Prime (0.6 mi.)
677 Broadway
Pub Fare:
The City Beer Hall (0.1 mi.)
42 Howard Street
The Hollow Bar & Kitchen (0.3 mi.)
79 N. Pearl Street
Hill Street Cafe (0.3 mi.)
180 Madison Avenue
The Skinny Pancake (0.4 mi.)
1 Stuben Street
McGeary’s (0.6 mi.)
4 Clinton Square
The Olde English Pub and Pantry (0.6 mi.)
683 Broadway
El Loco Mexican Cafe (0.8 mi.)
465 Madison Ave
2024 Conference
Sponsors
NYSBA
The New York State Brewers Association (NYSBA) is a non-profit organization that supports the craft beer industry through advocacy, education, and promotion.
The NYSBA works to unify the industry in order to have continued success legislatively, ensuring a positive economic environment for breweries to thrive. Ranking #2 in the US for the number of breweries, the NYSBA has 500+ active members. NYS craft beer thrives because of our community of breweries, allied members, partners and craft beer enthusiasts. #thinkNYdrinkNY