American Cider Association Committees

Our community runs on passion and a whole lot of volunteer power. ACA committees are where big ideas turn into real progress for the cider industry. From planning events to tackling tough issues, our members roll up their sleeves and make it happen...dedicating time, energy and expertise to move the industry forward.
Meet your current committee members below and fill out the contact us form at the bottom of the page if you'd like to get involved.
Government Affairs
Government Affairs Committee

Chair: Jeff Parrish, Portland Cider Company

Ben Calvi, Vermont Cider Company

Colin Schilling, Schilling Cider

Dave Takush, 2 Towns Cider House

Simon Ingall, Grisamore Ciderworks

Steve Garwood, Ragged Hill Cider

Jenn Root Martell, American Cider Association

Antiracism
Antiracism, Equity & Inclusion Committee

Chair: Maura Hardman, Seattle Cider Company

Ben Calvi , Vermont Cider Company

Hannah Ferguson, D.O.P.E. Cider House & Winery

Malaika Tyson, CiderSoms

Sean Tyson, CiderSoms

Miranda Bradeen, American Cider Association

Data Insights
Data Insights Committee

Chair: Casey Baxter, Blake's Cider

Aaron Sarnoff Wood, 2 Towns Cider House

Amy Nakashima, Vermont Cider Company

Darrin Wilson, Northwood Cider Co.

Eleanor Leger, Eden Cider

Lester Jones, National Beer Wholesalers Association

Education Committee
Education Committee

Chair: Jennie Dorsey, American Cider Association

Soham Bhatt, Artifact Cider

Tim Powers, Commonwealth Wine School

Max Finnance

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