Matt Tanaka is the founder and CEO of Stout Collective, a brand strategy and design studio for breweries. Founded in 2015, the Stout team combines industry knowledge with brand strategy and design to build beer brands that stand the test of time. We're a comprehensive resource for brewery partners, from full-scale brand building to ongoing label solutions and marketing support.Matt got his start in the beer business running social media for a Chicago wholesaler. Over the last 10 years he’s since built a career out of connecting beer brands with consumers, believing that building an authentic brand is the best way to create healthy breweries that positively impact their communities.As founder, Matt spends much of his time casting the vision for Stout and thinking about growth, people, and the next big thing. Whether it’s setting the creative direction for a startup brewery or dreaming up new campaigns with national brands, his work means collaborating with some of the best people and creative minds in the industry.Some recent clients include Elysian Brewing, Goose Island Beer, Allagash Brewing, Solemn Oath Brewing, Other Half Brewing, Omission Brewing, Sideward Brewing, Revolution Brewing, Big Star Cocktails, Right Bee Cider, 3 Sheeps Brewing, Jagermeister, and more.