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MSU Denver Experts Guide
Beer/Brewing Operations
Michael Jacobs
Department: Chemistry and Biochemistry
Title: Professor
Expertise: Physical chemistry, Brewing science, Analytical chemistry, General chemistry, Meat science, Biodiesel
Brenden Kendall
Department: Communication Studies
Title: Associate Professor
Expertise: Organizational, workplace and professional communication, Communication ethics, Environmental communication, Organizational change, Public speaking/presentational communication, Communication theory and practice; Teamwork, teams and collaboration
Scott Kerkmans
Department: School of Hospitality
Title: Instructor and Beer Industry Program director
Expertise: Beer styles and service, Beers of the world, Brewery operations
Gregory Neale
Department: School of Hospitality
Title: Affiliate Professor
Expertise: Advertising, Marketing, Beer industry marketing and promotions, Brand strategy and positioning, Marketing communications, Shopper marketing, Promotions and events, Digital and social media (particularly in the alcohol beverage sector)
Nate Nicklas
Department: School of Hospitality
Title: Affiliate Professor
Expertise: Brewery engineering and mechanics, Brewhouse operations
Katie Strain
Department: School of Hospitality
Title: Beverage Analysis Lab Manager
Expertise: Quality analysis of alcoholic beverages, Analytical chemistry, Microbiology, Pathogenic microbiology
Cory Tipton
Department: School of Hospitality
Title: Affiliate Faculty
Expertise: Regulatory structures in Colorado related to the alcohol beverage industry, casino gaming and aviation, Legislative and governance aspects of the alcohol beverage industry, Assisting new breweries, wineries, distilleries, beverage distributors and retail liquor stores, Organization of businesses including closely-held corporations and limited liability companies, Estate planning
Helene Ver Eecke
Department: Biology
Title: Assistant Professor
Expertise: Microbiology, Extreme microbiology, Industrial fermentation, Teaching pedagogy
Michael Wray
Department: School of Hospitality
Title: Professor
Expertise: Beer-food and wine-food pairing, Chemical additives, Food production and meal planning, Genetically altered foods, Healthy cooking, Special needs recipes, Enology, Restaurant management
