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MBAA Long Range Strategic Plan

Vision: to be a vibrant, highly respected global resource and network for passionate individuals and companies in the brewing industry

Mission: provide technical and practical knowledge that assists the brewing industry to continuously improve product, procedures, and processes from raw materials through consumption by:

  1. Providing professional development, education and support
  2. Identifying and communicating technical information and innovation
  3. Providing awareness of emerging issues

Goal I. Become a dynamic and global membership organization serving the brewing community

  1. Encourage broad participation
  2. Provide products and services of value to the membership
  3. Broaden membership base
  4. Be responsive to membership needs
  5. Recognize and support districts
  6. Develop image of MBAA as a vital and relevant professional organization

Goal II. Advocate the exchange of knowledge

  1. Identify emerging issues affecting the brewing industry
  2. Maximize opportunities for networking

Goal III. Create, assemble, interpret and/or disseminate information that is credible and beneficial

  1. Publish current news and information
  2. Facilitate communication and the exchange of information
  3. Publish in-depth books, CD’s, and other tools

Goal IV. Provide valuable education opportunities

  1. Organize meetings and technical programs
  2. Provide workshops and short courses
  3. Offer on-line symposia
  4. Provide scholarships via a self-sustainable foundation

Goal V. Maintain a strong professional organization

  1. Maintain a healthy financial reserve
  2. Maintain effective governance and organizational structure
  3. Continuously plan and monitor, reassess strategies and services
  4. Promote a culture of volunteerism
  5. Promote a culture of cooperation and collaboration
  6. Maintain a flexible association that can quickly adapt to changes