Crafted for Action, the nation’s first craft beverage conference founded by a Black woman, is back in Atlanta June 18–22, 2025, for its fifth annual event celebrating diversity, culture, and community within the craft beverage industry.
Sponsored by Wild Heaven Beer, this year’s conference will feature five days of lively conversations, immersive tastings, hands-on classes, and community gatherings — spotlighting beer, wine, cider, mead, and spirits while amplifying the voices of diverse makers and enthusiasts.
Conference highlights include:
- Free Virtual Conference (June 19–20): Stream powerful sessions and panels live on YouTube at Crafted for Action’s channel. Registration is free and open at this link.
- Wine-Centric Events (June 19-22): A full lineup of wine programming curated by Billie Harris of Goodness In a Glass, featuring tastings, panels on Black culture in wine, an African American winemakers showcase, wine dinner, and more.
- The Crafted Fellows Pitch Competition (June 20): Emerging beverage entrepreneurs compete for funding and mentorship.
- Community Giveback: BrewGether X SAAFON Community Service Day at Patchwork City Farms (June 21), followed by a tasting and community panel.
- Unplugged: Summer Camp Vibes Party with Outdoor Gear & Beer (June 21): Sponsored by REI, this outdoor party brings together beer, wine, fire pits, hammocks, and more at Greening Youth Foundation’s Farm.
- Sunday Service Share (June 22): Closing out the week with a casual, community bottle share and send-off.
“We’re excited to create an inclusive, welcoming space for both industry professionals and beverage lovers to learn, connect, and celebrate the diverse voices shaping the craft beverage world,” said founder Jen Price.
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