Overview
2 Days of Sessions • 106 Exhibitors • Wellness Area
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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.
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Registration is now open exclusively through MembershipWorks. NYSBA allied & brewery members receive discounted registration (breweries $229 / $279, allieds $299 / $349). Not a current member? Join the NYSBA as a brewery or allied today.
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100+
Exhibitors
The Exhibitor Showcase spans both floors of the Albany Capital Center. All booth spaces are 10'x10'with pipe & drape. Exhibitors are able to select their own placement.Spots are filled on a first come, first served basis. Showcase registration is separate from Attendee registration. $699 members / $999 nonmembers.
Keynote
Speaker
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.
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.
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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.
Key Dates
August 15
Call for Abstracts Open
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September 15
DEADLINE: Call for Abstracts
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October 20
Notification of Abstract Acceptance​
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October 25
Exhibitor Registration Open​
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November 10
Attendee Registration Open
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February 24
Renaissance Hotel Discount Ends
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March 16
DEADLINE: Attendee Registration
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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 until 2/14/2024 or until sold-out
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Click here to reserve at discounted rate.
Hilton Albany (.2 mi.)
40 Lodge St, Albany, NY
(518) 462-6611
Fairfield Inn (.3 mi.)
74 State St, Albany, NY
(518) 434-7410
Additional Accommodations
Four Points by Sheraton Albany (1.64 mi.)
3 Mount Hope Way, Albany, NY
(518) 949-2220
NYSBA
The New York State Brewers Association (NYSBA) is a non-profit organization that supports the craft beer industry through advocacy, education, and promotion.
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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