Ownify Inc
"We’d also like to recognize Brian Shaw, whose expertise and guidance were instrumental in shaping this partnership. Brian is a recognized leader in impact investing, advising angel investors and high-net-worth individuals on private and alternative investment portfolios. His perspective, thoughtful diligence, and belief in what we’re building played a meaningful role in bringing Ground Squirrel Ventures into the Ownify story."
Article Details: O'Shea, Allie "Welcoming Ground Squirrel Ventures to the Ownify Home Fund" Ownify, Inc, January 6, 2026 https://ownify.com/blog/ground-squirrel-ventures-investment
Article Details: O'Shea, Allie "Welcoming Ground Squirrel Ventures to the Ownify Home Fund" Ownify, Inc, January 6, 2026 https://ownify.com/blog/ground-squirrel-ventures-investment
National Fisherman
"Ground Squirrel Ventures' main focus is on impact-driven investments in climate mitigation and frontier markets. The firm manages a portfolio of 30 companies and operates with a team that includes Brian Shaw as portfolio and operations manager.
As of April 21, Shaw said Ground Squirrel Ventures was working on shipping its second container of about 10 tons of retired commercial fishing nets to Ukraine, with two more container loads planned over the next three months.
"This is our own way of supporting human dignity and the rights of people," said Shaw. "We are just people living our lives, and we found a need. I am a problem solver by nature."
Article Details: Bauman Margaret, "Commercial fishing nets have new life in Ukrainian war zones" National Fisherman, April 24, 2026 https://www.nationalfisherman.com/commercial-fishing-nets-have-new-life-in-ukrainian-war-zones
As of April 21, Shaw said Ground Squirrel Ventures was working on shipping its second container of about 10 tons of retired commercial fishing nets to Ukraine, with two more container loads planned over the next three months.
"This is our own way of supporting human dignity and the rights of people," said Shaw. "We are just people living our lives, and we found a need. I am a problem solver by nature."
Article Details: Bauman Margaret, "Commercial fishing nets have new life in Ukrainian war zones" National Fisherman, April 24, 2026 https://www.nationalfisherman.com/commercial-fishing-nets-have-new-life-in-ukrainian-war-zones
Alliance for Rural Electrification
"“This milestone validates the initial investment thesis behind our engagement with early stage mini-grids and infrastructure projects in Madagascar specifically, but also across Africa. It confirms that high-quality mini-grid projects can reach operational maturity and attract long-term infrastructure capital. We are proud to see this portfolio enter a new phase of growth, marked by this successful exit,” says Brian Shaw, Manager of Ground Squirrel Ventures"
Article Details: Member Article "CrossBoundary Access & ANKA close major Madagascar acquisition, strengthening momentum for mini-grids in sub-Saharan Africa" Alliance for Rural Electrification, January 15, 2026 https://www.ruralelec.org/crossboundary-access-anka-close-major-madagascar-acquisition-strengthening-momentum-for-mini-grids-in-sub-saharan-africa/
Article Details: Member Article "CrossBoundary Access & ANKA close major Madagascar acquisition, strengthening momentum for mini-grids in sub-Saharan Africa" Alliance for Rural Electrification, January 15, 2026 https://www.ruralelec.org/crossboundary-access-anka-close-major-madagascar-acquisition-strengthening-momentum-for-mini-grids-in-sub-saharan-africa/
The Local News - Ipswich
"Awesome Ipswich has awarded its first cash prize of the year, giving $1,000 to an after-school program for middle school students who are looking to socialize and enjoy time with their peers.
If you are looking to fund a project that can help make Ipswich more awesome, visit www.awesomefoundation.org/en/chapters/ipswich to apply for a grant. All ages are welcome to apply. Submissions are due by the 22nd of each month."
Article Details: Meek, Trevor "Awesome Ipswich awards first cash prize of the year to middle school Drop-in Center" Ipswich Local News, January 31, 2025 https://thelocalnews.news/2025/01/31/awesome-ipswich-jan-2025-award-announced/
If you are looking to fund a project that can help make Ipswich more awesome, visit www.awesomefoundation.org/en/chapters/ipswich to apply for a grant. All ages are welcome to apply. Submissions are due by the 22nd of each month."
Article Details: Meek, Trevor "Awesome Ipswich awards first cash prize of the year to middle school Drop-in Center" Ipswich Local News, January 31, 2025 https://thelocalnews.news/2025/01/31/awesome-ipswich-jan-2025-award-announced/
The Local News - Ipswich
"The winner of this month’s Awesome Ipswich pitch night, Sarah Marsella, will use her $1,000 cash prize to organize a program that brings together Ipswich students who are on opposite ends of their academic journeys.
If you are looking to fund a project that can help make Ipswich more awesome, visit www.awesomefoundation.org/en/chapters/ipswich to apply for a grant. All ages are welcome to apply. Submissions are due by the 22nd of each month."
Article Details: Meek, Trevor "Awesome Ipswich awards $1,000 to match HS seniors and Kindergartners" Ipswich Local News, October 25, 2024 https://thelocalnews.news/2024/10/25/awesome-ipswich-awards-1000-to-match-hs-seniors-and-kindergartners/
If you are looking to fund a project that can help make Ipswich more awesome, visit www.awesomefoundation.org/en/chapters/ipswich to apply for a grant. All ages are welcome to apply. Submissions are due by the 22nd of each month."
Article Details: Meek, Trevor "Awesome Ipswich awards $1,000 to match HS seniors and Kindergartners" Ipswich Local News, October 25, 2024 https://thelocalnews.news/2024/10/25/awesome-ipswich-awards-1000-to-match-hs-seniors-and-kindergartners/
The Local News - Ipswich
"Making up for their cancelled January Pitch Night, Awesome Ipswich doubled the amount of their cash prize this month and awarded grants to three community projects.
Taking home the grand prize of $1,000 was Katherine Cornetta, who pitched Awesome Ipswich’s board of micro-trustees on her idea for an “Ipswich Train Café.”"
Article Details: Meek, Trevor "After slow start to the year, Awesome Ipswich doubles down on their Mission" Ipswich Local News, February 27, 2024 https://thelocalnews.news/2024/02/27/after-slow-start-to-the-year-awesome-ipswich-doubles-down-on-their-mission/
Taking home the grand prize of $1,000 was Katherine Cornetta, who pitched Awesome Ipswich’s board of micro-trustees on her idea for an “Ipswich Train Café.”"
Article Details: Meek, Trevor "After slow start to the year, Awesome Ipswich doubles down on their Mission" Ipswich Local News, February 27, 2024 https://thelocalnews.news/2024/02/27/after-slow-start-to-the-year-awesome-ipswich-doubles-down-on-their-mission/
The Local News - Ipswich
"“Our registrations this season are a little slow, which greatly concerns me for our Ipswich Bay waters out there,” said Brian Shaw of the Auxiliary. “We’re really trying to effect a decline in future accidents.”
The Coast Guard-approved boating class will prepare students to obtain a boat license or safety certification by guiding them through the basics of boating. Courses will be taught by certified instructors who live, work, and patrol in the North Shore."
Article Details: Correspondent "Coast Guard Auxiliary holding 'Boat America' safety course" Ipswich Local News, March 5, 2024 https://thelocalnews.news/2024/03/05/coast-guard-auxiliary-holding-boat-america-safety-course/
The Coast Guard-approved boating class will prepare students to obtain a boat license or safety certification by guiding them through the basics of boating. Courses will be taught by certified instructors who live, work, and patrol in the North Shore."
Article Details: Correspondent "Coast Guard Auxiliary holding 'Boat America' safety course" Ipswich Local News, March 5, 2024 https://thelocalnews.news/2024/03/05/coast-guard-auxiliary-holding-boat-america-safety-course/
The Local News - Ipswich
"“We’ve had people who grew up boating and took the course when younger, but it could have been 20 to 30 years ago. They come back and say that they learned things they had no idea about,” said Brian Shaw, the vice flotilla commander for the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
While the class is primarily geared towards beginning boaters, Shaw said that anyone of any skill level can take the course and get something out of it. He said that a lot has changed in 2021 with boating requirements and laws."
Article Details: Sahagian, Katelyn. "US Coast Guard to offer boating safety classes in the new year" Ipswich Local News, December 30, 2021 https://thelocalnews.news/2021/12/30/us-coast-guard-offering-boating-safety-classes-in-the-new-year/
While the class is primarily geared towards beginning boaters, Shaw said that anyone of any skill level can take the course and get something out of it. He said that a lot has changed in 2021 with boating requirements and laws."
Article Details: Sahagian, Katelyn. "US Coast Guard to offer boating safety classes in the new year" Ipswich Local News, December 30, 2021 https://thelocalnews.news/2021/12/30/us-coast-guard-offering-boating-safety-classes-in-the-new-year/
The Local News - Ipswich
"Brian Shaw writes: The people of Ipswich should know Jeff French, a recently retired member of the Ipswich Fire Department, was active on-scene at the early morning fire on April 13 at Stagehill Road on Great Neck. He was out of his house before any police or firefighters, pulling people out of adjacent houses and sheltering neighbors.
It was Jeff who got everyone to safety nearby and kept people away as the propane tank roared with what seemed like would result in an imminent explosion, as it engulfed the rest of the house in flames."
Article Details: Shaw, Brian. Letter: "Resident credits retired firefighter with saving lives" Ipswich Local News, April 13, 2021 https://thelocalnews.news/2021/04/13/resident-credits-retired-firefighter-with-saving-lives/
It was Jeff who got everyone to safety nearby and kept people away as the propane tank roared with what seemed like would result in an imminent explosion, as it engulfed the rest of the house in flames."
Article Details: Shaw, Brian. Letter: "Resident credits retired firefighter with saving lives" Ipswich Local News, April 13, 2021 https://thelocalnews.news/2021/04/13/resident-credits-retired-firefighter-with-saving-lives/
The Local News - Ipswich
"After spending just under 111 years stuck in the sand on Crane Beach, the wreck of the Ada K. Damon was broken up by the storm surge from the hurricane.
“It’s all over the beach. Lots and lots of pieces strewn all across Steep Hill Beach,” said Brian Shaw, who took pictures on Wednesday evening.
“What is left of the hull is exposed and damaged… swaying back and forth in the waves,” he said."
Article Details: Muldoon, John. "Ipswich Landmark Could Soon Be Gone" Ipswich Local News, September 23, 2020 https://thelocalnews.news/2020/09/23/ipswich-landmark-could-soon-be-gone/
“It’s all over the beach. Lots and lots of pieces strewn all across Steep Hill Beach,” said Brian Shaw, who took pictures on Wednesday evening.
“What is left of the hull is exposed and damaged… swaying back and forth in the waves,” he said."
Article Details: Muldoon, John. "Ipswich Landmark Could Soon Be Gone" Ipswich Local News, September 23, 2020 https://thelocalnews.news/2020/09/23/ipswich-landmark-could-soon-be-gone/
Ipswich Local News
“Last Thursday’s search-and-rescue efforts for a possible in-water missing person combined resources from Ipswich Police, Mass Environmental Police, and the U.S. Coast Guard with a search-and-rescue (SAR) helicopter from Cape Cod Joint Airbase... USCG-Auxiliary Flotilla 37 serves the Ipswich Bay boating community and directly supports your local Coast Guard, Station Merrimack River, located in Newburyport. As part of a nationwide service, we offer resources and services locally to aid the boating public in education, safety, and overall boating enjoyment." -Brian Shaw, Flotilla Staff Officer – Public Education, USCG Auxiliary – 1NR 03-07
Article Details: Shaw, Brian. "Letter: Last week’s search & rescue operation." Ipswich Local News, June 8, 2020 http://thelocalne.ws/2020/06/08/letter-last-weeks-search-rescue-operation/
Article Details: Shaw, Brian. "Letter: Last week’s search & rescue operation." Ipswich Local News, June 8, 2020 http://thelocalne.ws/2020/06/08/letter-last-weeks-search-rescue-operation/
The Local News - Ipswich
Brian Shaw, who was on the beach earlier this afternoon, took a number of photos (below) of volunteers and officials when they moved the carcass to a more convenient location for pickup.
Plum Island Outdoors said The Trustees of Reservations, Ipswich police, Marine Mammal Rescue, New England Aquarium, Mass Environmental Police, “and some concerned citizens” all worked together on the beach.
Article Details: Muldoon, John. "Operation Underway to Remove Beached Whale in Ipswich" Ipswich Local News, June 12, 2018 https://thelocalnews.news/2018/06/12/beached-whale-ipswich/
Plum Island Outdoors said The Trustees of Reservations, Ipswich police, Marine Mammal Rescue, New England Aquarium, Mass Environmental Police, “and some concerned citizens” all worked together on the beach.
Article Details: Muldoon, John. "Operation Underway to Remove Beached Whale in Ipswich" Ipswich Local News, June 12, 2018 https://thelocalnews.news/2018/06/12/beached-whale-ipswich/
Newton Patch
“Shaw isn't new to running a business, but the Craft Beer Cellar will be his first brick and mortar retail establishment... About 18 months ago, Shaw says, he began consulting with Schalow and Baker to help them expand their business plan...
Those educational elements fit right into Shaw's own reasons for getting into the craft beer industry; for him, it's an exploratory project in which he gets to work with a couple of founders he greatly admires...
Shaw has his goals set on more than just selling great beer to his customers... We really want this place to be a destination... "
Article Details: Lowery, Brooklyn. "More Details on Craft Beer Cellar's Newton Centre Location." Newton Patch, August 29, 2013 https://patch.com/massachusetts/newton/more-details-on-the-craft-beer-cellars-newton-centre-location
Those educational elements fit right into Shaw's own reasons for getting into the craft beer industry; for him, it's an exploratory project in which he gets to work with a couple of founders he greatly admires...
Shaw has his goals set on more than just selling great beer to his customers... We really want this place to be a destination... "
Article Details: Lowery, Brooklyn. "More Details on Craft Beer Cellar's Newton Centre Location." Newton Patch, August 29, 2013 https://patch.com/massachusetts/newton/more-details-on-the-craft-beer-cellars-newton-centre-location
Boston Globe
“The reason for the game's growing popularity? Because it's so easy to learn, says Social Boston Sports co-founder Brian Shaw. He was organizing the flow of the 40 teams competing on eight different courts set up on the multi tiered floor space at Game On! The league play at the bar includes seven weeks of competition.
"Look around," Shaw says. "Everyone is holding a beer. You don't need a whole lot of athleticism to play, or to even be good. It's a social game, it's not aggressive."
Article Details: O'Neil, Luke. "COVER STORY THROW DOWN!: HOW BAG TOSS BECAME THE NEXT BIG BAR GAME." Boston Globe Nov 09 2010 ProQuest. https://search.proquest.com/docview/762857742
"Look around," Shaw says. "Everyone is holding a beer. You don't need a whole lot of athleticism to play, or to even be good. It's a social game, it's not aggressive."
Article Details: O'Neil, Luke. "COVER STORY THROW DOWN!: HOW BAG TOSS BECAME THE NEXT BIG BAR GAME." Boston Globe Nov 09 2010 ProQuest. https://search.proquest.com/docview/762857742
Needham Times
“Though residents and officials expressed their support of Craft Beer Cellar, the store simply faced too much competition during the first wave of applications, said Shaw.
“We were caught up in the process and there was a disconnect somewhere,” he said.
After Shaw was crowded out in Needham, he eventually turned to Newton.
“The process was very different. Newton’s been wet for quiet a while. We weren’t competing with a whole group of people,” said Shaw."
Article Details: Chen, Wei-Huan. "HISTORY OF ALCOHOL IN NEEDHAM After 80 years, a turn away from Prohibition." Needham Times (MA), sec. MA News, 20 June 2013, p. 1. NewsBank: Access World News, infoweb.newsbank.com/apps/news/document-view?p=AWNB&docref=news/1470DEBA23ACC830.
“We were caught up in the process and there was a disconnect somewhere,” he said.
After Shaw was crowded out in Needham, he eventually turned to Newton.
“The process was very different. Newton’s been wet for quiet a while. We weren’t competing with a whole group of people,” said Shaw."
Article Details: Chen, Wei-Huan. "HISTORY OF ALCOHOL IN NEEDHAM After 80 years, a turn away from Prohibition." Needham Times (MA), sec. MA News, 20 June 2013, p. 1. NewsBank: Access World News, infoweb.newsbank.com/apps/news/document-view?p=AWNB&docref=news/1470DEBA23ACC830.
Boston Globe Magazine
“For Brian Shaw, who runs the Craft Beer Cellar in Newtonville, the influx of new local beers has required remodeling the shop. They’re adding shelving units to the section of the store dedicated to Massachusetts beers and might soon have to start permanently annexing other sections. The explosion of local brewing has also meant that some of Shaw’s longtime nostalgic favorites are losing out to the new and improved. “These are things that we’ve had on the shelves for years. And we have take them out, because the competition is so fierce out there.”
Article Details: Morrell, Dan. "We've seen the Future, and it is Hyperlocal Craft Beer: The Science Nerds Behind Cambridge-Based Lamplighter are Betting it all on Complex Flavors." Boston Globe, May 25 2016, ProQuest. Web. https://search.proquest.com/docview/1791094481
Article Details: Morrell, Dan. "We've seen the Future, and it is Hyperlocal Craft Beer: The Science Nerds Behind Cambridge-Based Lamplighter are Betting it all on Complex Flavors." Boston Globe, May 25 2016, ProQuest. Web. https://search.proquest.com/docview/1791094481
Boston Metro
“...they came up with a idea — to create a network of young professionals who can socialize with each other through organized recreational sports. From there, Social Boston Sports was born...
...all with the idea of helping people meet each other and stay active in the process.
Obey and Shaw became so busy they even quit their full-time jobs in the business world five months ago to focus strictly on SBS. But they insist the work isn’t all glamorous, and laughed when asked if they get questions from friends like, “So I bet you sleep in all the time, right?” Ah, no. It’s the exact opposite,” Shaw said. “But we love it.”"
Article Details: Martin, Greg St.. "Sports leagues offer social environment." Metro - Boston (MA), sec. News, 12 Sept. 2008. NewsBank: Access World News, infoweb.newsbank.com/apps/news/document-view?p=AWNB&docref=news/1232EAA91C42D530.
...all with the idea of helping people meet each other and stay active in the process.
Obey and Shaw became so busy they even quit their full-time jobs in the business world five months ago to focus strictly on SBS. But they insist the work isn’t all glamorous, and laughed when asked if they get questions from friends like, “So I bet you sleep in all the time, right?” Ah, no. It’s the exact opposite,” Shaw said. “But we love it.”"
Article Details: Martin, Greg St.. "Sports leagues offer social environment." Metro - Boston (MA), sec. News, 12 Sept. 2008. NewsBank: Access World News, infoweb.newsbank.com/apps/news/document-view?p=AWNB&docref=news/1232EAA91C42D530.
Boston Metro
"Wanted: Competitive nightlife professionals"
“Social Boston Sports has grown from 50 friends and one league in 2007 to more than 7,000 members. The company organizes 13 sport leagues and numerous weekend adventure trips, bar nights and sports outings.
Now they are upping the ante with challenges such as karaoke, bowling and putting, combining nightlife with athletics."
Article Details: RICE, JUSTIN. "Wanted: Competitive nightlife professionals." Metro - Boston (MA), sec. Local, 26 Sept. 2010. NewsBank: Access World News, infoweb.newsbank.com/apps/news/document-view?p=AWNB&docref=news/13281DB7E80A1B58.
Now they are upping the ante with challenges such as karaoke, bowling and putting, combining nightlife with athletics."
Article Details: RICE, JUSTIN. "Wanted: Competitive nightlife professionals." Metro - Boston (MA), sec. Local, 26 Sept. 2010. NewsBank: Access World News, infoweb.newsbank.com/apps/news/document-view?p=AWNB&docref=news/13281DB7E80A1B58.
Newton Tab
"Now in its 22nd year, Spring Seasonings is one of the largest events for the Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce.
Initially the event hoped to bring more restaurant involvement into the Chamber of Commerce, according to Osborn, who previously served as its vice president.
Now it is not only about the food but meeting other business people and networking."
"Brian Shaw of Craft Beer Cellar at the Newton-Needham Chamber's Spring Seasonings Event"
Article Details: Lovett, Laura. "Chamber of Commerce Sampling Spring Seasonings." Newton TAB (MA), sec. News, 23 Mar. 2016, p. 1. NewsBank: Access World News, infoweb.newsbank.com/apps/news/document-view?p=AWNB&docref=news/15BCC351D8B59B78
Initially the event hoped to bring more restaurant involvement into the Chamber of Commerce, according to Osborn, who previously served as its vice president.
Now it is not only about the food but meeting other business people and networking."
"Brian Shaw of Craft Beer Cellar at the Newton-Needham Chamber's Spring Seasonings Event"
Article Details: Lovett, Laura. "Chamber of Commerce Sampling Spring Seasonings." Newton TAB (MA), sec. News, 23 Mar. 2016, p. 1. NewsBank: Access World News, infoweb.newsbank.com/apps/news/document-view?p=AWNB&docref=news/15BCC351D8B59B78
Boston Globe
“People take two steps in the door and they don’t know how to proceed,” says Brian Shaw, who opened a Craft Beer Cellar in Newton Centre recently, joining franchises in Winchester, Westford, and Braintree. “People say, ‘Oh my God, I didn’t know there was this much beer.’ ”
"Brian Shaw, who opened a Craft Beer Cellar in Newton Centre recently, says business has been brisk."
"Franchising was not always the plan, says Baker. The pair spent “close to 50 hours” scouting store locations in St. Louis before hiring a real estate developer to help."
"Shaw, the Newton Centre store owner, says business has been brisk since the opening..."
Article Details: Dzen, Gary. "Now, an all Craft Beer Business Model: Belmont Owners Widen Horizons." Boston Globe, Dec 23 2013, Web. https://search.proquest.com/bostonglobe/docview/1470357417/7A5457E7ED5D4078PQ
"Brian Shaw, who opened a Craft Beer Cellar in Newton Centre recently, says business has been brisk."
"Franchising was not always the plan, says Baker. The pair spent “close to 50 hours” scouting store locations in St. Louis before hiring a real estate developer to help."
"Shaw, the Newton Centre store owner, says business has been brisk since the opening..."
Article Details: Dzen, Gary. "Now, an all Craft Beer Business Model: Belmont Owners Widen Horizons." Boston Globe, Dec 23 2013, Web. https://search.proquest.com/bostonglobe/docview/1470357417/7A5457E7ED5D4078PQ
Bentley University
“We realized this was something we could do,” says Shaw. “Coming from Bentley, you know you need a business plan, but it didn’t take a whole lot to start it up. We had a few planning meetings and then just went for it.”
"A lot of people have good things to say about us,” observes Shaw, who serves as VP of operations and financials. “Word of mouth is supposed to be the best marketing, and it’s really true.”
"For now, the founders are combining their venture with full-time jobs. Shaw is an operations analyst for Benchmark Assisted Living, in Wellesley."
Article Details: Spira, Jennifer. "Connecting People Through Sports." Bentley University. Winter 2008. https://www.bentley.edu/news/justin-obey-06-and-brian-shaw-06-connecting-people-through-sports
"A lot of people have good things to say about us,” observes Shaw, who serves as VP of operations and financials. “Word of mouth is supposed to be the best marketing, and it’s really true.”
"For now, the founders are combining their venture with full-time jobs. Shaw is an operations analyst for Benchmark Assisted Living, in Wellesley."
Article Details: Spira, Jennifer. "Connecting People Through Sports." Bentley University. Winter 2008. https://www.bentley.edu/news/justin-obey-06-and-brian-shaw-06-connecting-people-through-sports
Newton tab
“It would be our honor to open a Craft Beer Cellar in Needham and make available to you some of the best beer in the world,” said the Facebook page.
"“The biggest surprise is that it’s taken this long,” said Needham resident Brian Shaw. If granted a license, Shaw will become the owner and manager of Craft Beer Cellar’s Needham location.
“People want to enjoy their beverages. What we’ve done is take our dollars outside of town, when instead we could shop local and keep those dollars in town,” he said.
Article Details: Chen, Wei-Huan. "Craft Beer Cellar eyes Needham, announces plans via social media campaign." Wicked Local, January 10 2013. https://www.wickedlocal.com/article/20130110/News/301109485
"“The biggest surprise is that it’s taken this long,” said Needham resident Brian Shaw. If granted a license, Shaw will become the owner and manager of Craft Beer Cellar’s Needham location.
“People want to enjoy their beverages. What we’ve done is take our dollars outside of town, when instead we could shop local and keep those dollars in town,” he said.
Article Details: Chen, Wei-Huan. "Craft Beer Cellar eyes Needham, announces plans via social media campaign." Wicked Local, January 10 2013. https://www.wickedlocal.com/article/20130110/News/301109485
American Craft Beer
"Craft Beer Cellar Levels Up, Boston Beer Geeks Rejoice"
“Proprietor Brian Shaw gave me a comprehensive tour around the store as he explained why we should all be extremely excited about this new addition to the Boston craft scene.
What’s most appealing, though, is Brian’s mission to make experts and novices alike feel welcome. He emphasized that this is a place for beer geeks, not snobs: “My biggest hope is that people walk in and they go ‘Wow, this space is really special.’ I want people that are not new to beer to appreciate the selection, and craft beer newbies to feel welcome when they come in the door. It’s so important for us to have friendly staff, and why we have classrooms – to help educate the public.”
Article Details: Author Unknown, "Craft Beer Cellar Levels up, Boston Beer Geeks Rejoice" American Craft Beer, November 1, 2013. https://www.americancraftbeer.com/craft-beer-cellar-levels-up-boston-beer-geeks-rejoice/
What’s most appealing, though, is Brian’s mission to make experts and novices alike feel welcome. He emphasized that this is a place for beer geeks, not snobs: “My biggest hope is that people walk in and they go ‘Wow, this space is really special.’ I want people that are not new to beer to appreciate the selection, and craft beer newbies to feel welcome when they come in the door. It’s so important for us to have friendly staff, and why we have classrooms – to help educate the public.”
Article Details: Author Unknown, "Craft Beer Cellar Levels up, Boston Beer Geeks Rejoice" American Craft Beer, November 1, 2013. https://www.americancraftbeer.com/craft-beer-cellar-levels-up-boston-beer-geeks-rejoice/
Linear Retail
“Brian Shaw, proprietor of the Craft Beer Cellar in Newton, commented, “This is an important year for craft beer, and we’re excited to be a part of it. We’re proud to say that ‘we do it for the beer’. That statement means we’re serious and we take steps to show that. The build-out of our store includes a walk-in cooler and windows that have been treated with UV filters to protect the beer from the sun. Our staff is pursuing Cicerone Certification and all have passed level 1. The onsite classroom will also be open to customers looking to peruse their own craft beer education. We are dedicated to bringing the best selection in a fun environment. Cheers to good beer!”
Article Details: Author Unknown. "Craft Beer Cellar Newton Opening." Linear Retail, October 29 2013. https://linearretail.com/craft-beer-cellar-newton-opening/
Article Details: Author Unknown. "Craft Beer Cellar Newton Opening." Linear Retail, October 29 2013. https://linearretail.com/craft-beer-cellar-newton-opening/
Boston Magazine
“Craft Beer Newton shuttered its doors citing that the 1243 Centre Street location “was ultimately too big and too pricey.” Owner Brian Shaw says he expected Craft Beer Cellar’s transition into more affordable real estate to be “far more seamless,” with a relaunch planned for early February. But now there’s finally a grand reopening in sight for the Newton outlet.
To celebrate its grand reopening, Shaw and his team of “Beer Geeks” will host a meet-and-greet gathering at the Brewer’s Coalition in Newton the first week in March. Then, on the official day of the launch, Craft Beer Cellar will host multiple beer tastings, and have on display a number of rare beers Shaw has been squirreling away for the right occasion."
Article Details: Hughes, Christopher. "Craft Beer Cellar Newton Is Back" Boston Magazine, February 24 2015. https://www.bostonmagazine.com/restaurants/2015/02/24/craft-beer-cellar-newton-back-reopening/
To celebrate its grand reopening, Shaw and his team of “Beer Geeks” will host a meet-and-greet gathering at the Brewer’s Coalition in Newton the first week in March. Then, on the official day of the launch, Craft Beer Cellar will host multiple beer tastings, and have on display a number of rare beers Shaw has been squirreling away for the right occasion."
Article Details: Hughes, Christopher. "Craft Beer Cellar Newton Is Back" Boston Magazine, February 24 2015. https://www.bostonmagazine.com/restaurants/2015/02/24/craft-beer-cellar-newton-back-reopening/
Yankee Brew News
““Craft beer has been taking Massachusetts by storm, and we’re passionate about bringing delicious craft and artisanal beer to Newton,” said Brian Shaw, proprietor of the Craft Beer Cellar in Newton. “Our entire staff will complete extensive beer certification and wine training, so we’ll have knowledgeable staff available to help you choose the right beer or wine for any occasion.””
Article Details: Johnson, Mike, "Another Good Beer Store" Yankee Brew News, August/September 2013. http://ybnonline.beeriodicals.com/display_article.php?id=1477335&view=170844
Article Details: Johnson, Mike, "Another Good Beer Store" Yankee Brew News, August/September 2013. http://ybnonline.beeriodicals.com/display_article.php?id=1477335&view=170844
Boston Globe
"Brian Shaw of Craft Beer Cellar Newton with some of of the liquid offerings at last year’s “Spring Seasonings: A Taste of Newton & Needham.”
Article Details: Bicalho, Rebecca. "A Food-Tasting Expo, a Company Settles in, an Author Speaks, and a Wine Store Opens." Boston Globe, Mar 24 2017, ProQuest. Web. https://search.proquest.com/docview/1880390201?accountid=33509
Article Details: Bicalho, Rebecca. "A Food-Tasting Expo, a Company Settles in, an Author Speaks, and a Wine Store Opens." Boston Globe, Mar 24 2017, ProQuest. Web. https://search.proquest.com/docview/1880390201?accountid=33509
Youtube - Linear Retail
Hey there, I'm Brian from the Craft Beer Cellar in Newton..." "A little bit about what we have here... We've got great selections from the New England region, across the world, and especially also across the nation. Please join us for some of our classes... we'd love to help you find something for that table”
Linear Retail. "Craft Beer Cellar Newton Centre." YouTube, Nov 4 2013. 0:24. https://youtu.be/ji28Ct-IbgM
Linear Retail. "Craft Beer Cellar Newton Centre." YouTube, Nov 4 2013. 0:24. https://youtu.be/ji28Ct-IbgM
Youtube - NewTV
"NewTV (Newton TV) & Jim Lowenstern interview Brian Shaw from Craft Beer Cellar Newton to welcome CBC to Newton Centre."
"We want to give you a great experience. Every time somebody comes in here, we want them to feel very happy. We want them to leave with another piece of information that they may not have had prior to walking in. "
Jim Lowenstern, NewTV. "Craft Beer Cellar Newton & NewTV Collab Welcome Video." YouTube, May 13 2014. 9:46. https://youtu.be/uWTxLZdbSt0
Jim Lowenstern, NewTV. "Craft Beer Cellar Newton & NewTV Collab Welcome Video." YouTube, May 13 2014. 9:46. https://youtu.be/uWTxLZdbSt0
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