Craig Briess has been named CEO for Briess Malt & Ingredients. He represents the fifth generation of continuous family leadership for the Chilton, WI-based company.
Craig succeeds Monica Briess, who became CEO in 2001 after her husband Roger Briess died unexpectedly. Monica Briess will remain on the board of directors as a strategic adviser.
Craig Briess has worked at the company for more than 20 years in various roles and has served on the board of directors since 2001.
He has been involved in building supply relationships with 300 barley growers in Wyoming since 2013, doubling capacity of the Insta Grains plant in 2017, and recently expanding the malting, roasting and packaging operations in Manitowoc, WI.
“Focus on this business has always been at the center of my family,” says Briess. “During the past 20 years, I have gained a deep appreciation for our business and the role we play helping our customers grow with the broadest and highest quality line of malt and ingredients in the industry.
"We have a great team and I look forward to building on the tradition of excellence that has been established.”
