Want to learn more about the people behind the Brew? This series will give you the answers to the most important questions (and some not-so-important questions) you may want to ask. This week, we’re chatting with John Gross, our Business Development Director.
- Where did you grow up? Colorado until I went to college. I’ve been in Oregon ever since.
- What do you do for fun? Love to spend time with my daughter and partner; movies, camping, hiking, eating and slowly honing a very small set of recipes that I cook.
- Did you always want to be in new business? Actually, kind of. Since I was a junior in college, I knew I wanted to work at an ad agency, and I crafted that into my full career.
- What’s your favorite brew? Probably have to go with IPAs. Also a fan of hard ciders too.
- What’s your top Brew core value and why? Family values – I’m a firm believer in chemistry and working with good people. It’s a huge reason I work with the Brew team!
- Favorite local lunch spot? I work remote, so sadly, most won’t know my favorite taco place, Porque No. But in Baton Rouge, I’ll vote for BLDG 5.
- What’s one fact about yourself that most people would be surprised to hear? That I can juggle.
- Which fictional character (tv show, movie, or book) do you most identify with? No idea – I’d love to say Don Draper, but I’m not even close.
- What’s your ideal birthday celebration? I do love a good surprise party, but a small celebration with my family is my ideal.
- Who do you want to be when you grow up? I wish I knew the answer to that question.