About
Philly Beer Scene was founded by four beer loving individuals; Scott Willey, Neil Harner, Mat Falco, & John Galster. After many months of planning and surveying local individuals in the beer industry, they quickly realized the Philadelphia area demanded a beer publication for the increasingly popular craft beer scene. Through their hard work, the magazine was launched on June 6, 2009.
FOUNDERS
Scott Willey - President
Scott has a large and diverse background in beer. For many years he has been in restaurant management for various beer establishments in the Philadelphia region such as Triumph in New Hope and Manny Brown's at Neshaminy Mall. In addition he is a Sales Executive for BrewStudio, a provider of design and marketing services for the beer industry. When he is not working, Scott enjoys trying new beers, dabbling in home brewing, and of course watching the Phillies or Eagles.
Neil Harner - Editorial Director
Neil is the owner of BrewStudio, a design and marketing business for the beer industry. Through this business and his passion for beer, he met Scott and conceived the idea of Philly Beer Scene. He enjoys a wide variety of beers from around the world; however, most enjoys American crafts. Some of his favorite breweries include Rogue, Dogfish Head, and Troegs.
Mat Falco - Managing Editor
Mat is a longtime beer lover and is our editor residing in center city. Mat started his editorial endeavors through his blog, Eating Philadelphia, where he reviews the small places people currently overlook throughout the region. Mat is a fan of all things hops. His favorite brewers include Founder's and Brooklyn.
John Galster - Managing Editor
John is probably the most analytical of the Philly Beer Scene crew. John's passion in beer comes through the knowledge he gains whether it is in regard to general tastings, homebrewing, or industry news. Some of his favorite beers include Rogue's Dead Guy Ale and Brooklyn's Black Chocolate Stout.
BREWSTUDIO
BrewStudio is a full service design and promotions company specializing in the development of identities for Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Breweries, and Craft Beverage producers. BrewStudio’s mission is to provide a large range of high quality creative services at an affordable cost to these developing businesses.
