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 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, 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 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
Chair: Jennie Dorsey, American Cider Association
Soham Bhatt, Artifact Cider
Tim Powers, Commonwealth Wine School
Max Finnance