Streamlining Brewery Operations: Insights from Kyle Kensrue of Ollie

In this episode of the Brewbound podcast, host Ray Latif sits down with Kyle Kensrue, Account Executive at Ollie. With extensive experience in the brewing industry, Kyle shares his journey from managing breweries in New York City to his current role at Ollie, a software platform designed to support brewers. He highlights how Ollie, built by brewers for brewers, helps alleviate administrative burdens, streamline processes, and provide crucial insights into cost management and reporting. Kyle discusses the evolving brewing industry and the importance of being nimble, particularly in response to challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, rising costs, and competitive market pressures. He shares personal anecdotes about the necessity of pivoting to new packaging formats and the value of having robust, flexible software to manage these changes effectively. Ray and Kyle also touch on the broader theme of transforming a passion for brewing into a sustainable business. Kyle emphasizes the critical role Ollie plays in helping breweries not just produce great beer, but also operate efficiently and profitably. For brewers looking to optimize their operations and stay ahead in a dynamic industry, this conversation provides valuable insights and practical advice. To learn more about Ollie and connect with Kyle, visit getollie.com or email them at [email protected]