Building a Brewery from Scratch: Community, Craft & Growth with BJ Hunt | Ep 19
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Building a Brewery from Scratch: Community, Craft & Growth with BJ Hunt | Ep 19
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In Episode 19 of the Killer Growth Podcast, Samuel sits down with BJ Hunt, co-founder of Walnut River Brewing Company, to unpack what it really takes to build a craft brewery from the ground up—and keep it thriving for more than a decade.BJ shares his personal journey from early missteps in college to running a family business, earning his MBA, and eventually betting on himself to start a brewery without knowing how to brew. He explains how Walnut River began with a two-barrel system in a flea market, why El Dorado’s water quality shaped the company’s future, and how smart partnerships helped the business scale responsibly.The conversation dives deep into the realities of the brewery business: distribution economics, bootstrapping, branding decisions, equipment costs, investor relationships, contract brewing, and the risks of growing too fast—or in the wrong direction. BJ also shares candid lessons about leadership, mentorship, staying true to your values, and building a company that serves its community, not just its bottom line.This episode is a masterclass in long-term thinking, authenticity, and building something that lasts—one batch at a time.Learn more at https://killergrowth.com