Beer Institute Employee Directory

Government Relations ServicesDistrict of Columbia, United States11-50 Employees

The Beer Institute is a national trade association based in Washington, D.C., representing the American beer industry, including both large and small brewers, importers and industry suppliers. It notes the sector comprises about 7,605 breweries and supports roughly 2.42 million American jobs, contributing billions in annual economic activity.

Founded in 1862 as the U.S. Brewers Association and reorganized as the Beer Institute in 1986, the organization represents the industry before federal and state governments and public forums. It positions itself as an authoritative source of information, delivering representation, information, and services to its members. In March 2026, the institute announced the appointment of Chris MacArthur as director of federal affairs.

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