Craft Brewers Conference 2008
On April 17th, 2008, Charlie Papazian, President of the Brewers Association, officially opened the Craft Brewers Conference & Brewexpo America in San Diego, CA/USA. More than 2200 visitors from 30 different countries traveled to San Diego to attend this event. Judging for the World Beer Cup began two days prior to the conference. 146 companies took part in the exhibition. A comprehensive lecture and tour program rounded off the activities on offer, all of which made for a well-planned event.