Episode 3: From Boulevard to Ripple: Entrepreneur John McDonald
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Raise Your Glass
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John McDonald, Ripple Founder Michelle and Sarah sit down with John McDonald, founder of Boulevard Brewing Co and Ripple Glass. We learn about John’s past and how it led him to start a craft brewery. John shares stories about his first job, his time living in the brewery and even tells us his favorite Boulevard beer. In addition to beer, John has a passion for sustainability and you’ll also hear how Boulevard moved to be waste free and why people thought he was crazy for starting a glass recycling company. Companies John Founded Boulevard Brewing Company (https://www.boulevard.com/) Ripple Glass (https://www.rippleglass.com/)
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