Join the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild

The Illinois Craft Brewers Guild is the definitive voice for the state’s craft beer industry.
​Whether you’re a brewery-in-planning or an industry service provider, we have a membership that’s right for you.

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Membership

The Illinois craft beer industry is changing, and membership with the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild is an opportunity to make your voice count. Join the Guild and unlock benefits such as ongoing technical education, participation in annual festivals drawing thousands of consumers, and access to a network of industry partners standing by to support you throughout the brewery ownership journey. Plus, play a role in shaping the future of the craft beer industry through legislative and regulatory advocacy on the issues that matter most to you. 

Associate memberships are available for suppliers, vendors and in-planning brewers. Love craft beer but not in the industry? Join ImBIBE (I'm a Big Illinois Beer Enthusiast) and get exclusive access to perks throughout the year. For more about the ImBIBE program, click here.

Brewers

For Brewery, In-Planning, Allied Breweries (Contract and Large Breweries), and Associate Breweries (Out of State) the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild membership includes:

• Direct access to the state’s growing craft brewing community 
• Quarterly meetings, including technical seminars, legislative and legal updates, and networking
• Monthly industry-specific educational opportunities (i.e., technical webinars)
• Members-only listerv gives brewers direct access to one another for questions, resources, and support 
• Option to participate in annual ICBG-sponsored events, including Illinois Craft Beer Week, Beer Under Glass, ICBG Golf Outing, Chicago Friday Night Flights (Chicago only), and more (including sponsorship opportunities)
• ​Placement on Illinois Brew Map, and logo featured at www.illinoisbeer.org
• An ICBG-branded tin tacker and window cling to showcase your membership in your brewery or taproom 
• Promotional support provided by the Guild’s PR team through events, social media, traditional media, fundraisers, and other brewery-specific priorities
• Participation in the Guild's annual Summer Passport, which generates over $200,000 annually for participating members across the state
  
• Brewery listing in Illinois Brewing magazine, our print and digital publication reaching over 22,000 Illinois beer drinkers quarterly, plus potential for editorial features
• Insight from industry professionals on rules, regulations, and other updates at the state and ILCC level 
• Input in building the Guild’s legislative agenda at the local, state, and national levels
• A voice in electing ICBG leadership via board elections; leadership opportunities for those interested in joining an ICBG committee or running for the Board of Directors (regular members only)
• Access to ICBG’s legal staff for industry-specific questions; one free legal consultation
• Free shipping to Great American Beer Festival and the World Beer Cup; opportunity to have product featured and poured at the ICBG pavilion at GABF (pending its return).
• Monthly updates from the Executive Director with important ICBG and industry updates, event reminders, educational opportunities, and offers from associate members.

And, most of all, your membership supports the organization that advocates on behalf of the interests of Illinois craft brewers at the local, state, and federal levels and with the Illinois Liquor Control Commission to ensure Illinois laws and regulations are fair and equitable for our members and our communities.

Associate Members

Benefits for our Associate Members include:

• Exclusive Listserv Access: Direct access to a members-only listserv, where you can share insights, offer resources, and connect with brewery and associate members across the industry.
• ICBG Quarterly Meetings: Receive invitations to attend ICBG Quarterly Membership Meetings, where you can network with hundreds of brewery members from across the state. (Sponsorship opportunities are also available.)
• Community Building: Build valuable relationships within the Illinois craft brewing community and be part of the ongoing growth and expansion of Illinois craft beer.
• Logo Placement & Business Profile: Your logo will be featured on www.illinoisbeer.com, and you’ll have the ability to create and update your business profile at any time.
• Industry Updates: Stay informed with critical insights and updates on statewide industry news through monthly Guild updates and quarterly newsletters.
• Sponsorship Opportunities: Get the first opportunity to sponsor major ICBG events like Illinois Craft Beer Week, Beer Under Glass, FoBAB, Quarterly Membership Meetings, and the ICBG golf outing—ideal for boosting your visibility in the industry.
• Event Promotion: Promote GABF and CBC events to brewery members via email, helping you reach a wide audience within the industry.
• Advertising in Guild Magazine: Advertise your products or services in the Guild’s magazine, which is distributed quarterly to over 22,000 readers statewide. 
• Educational Webinars: Submit proposals to host educational webinars for ICBG members, sharing your expertise with the broader community.
• ICBG Tin Ticker: Receive an official ICBG tin ticker, which can be picked up at quarterly meetings or events, hang it with pride to show your support of our industry!

You're in good company

Check out our current membership and become a part of a growing community of craft breweries, vendors, suppliers and supporters!

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