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n e w h a v e n b i z . c o m | S e p t e m b e r 2 0 2 2 | n e w h a v e n B I Z 13 30,000-square-foot brewery, tap room, private event space, waterfront areas and expansion of the libations menu. Creating a great customer expe- rience is a key part of the business, Shannon said. In addition to his CEO responsibilities — ranging from overseeing facility operations to han- dling distributor, contract, retail and on-premise sales — Shannon enjoys mingling among the crowd. He can sometimes be found behind the bar, pouring customers a cold one. Shannon is also a firm believer in giving back to the community and helping the environment. In May, Stony Creek teamed up with the regional nonprofit Save Our Sound. A "Save the Sound" light lager was produced, with Stony Creek donating a portion of the proceeds to help protect the air, land and water along Long Island Sound. Shannon said in addition to the alu- minum, recyclable can, the packaging for the new six-pack was created using plant-based materials. Unique location Stony Creek — located at 5 Indian Neck Ave., and situated on the Bran- ford River — produces more than 20 cra beers, with distribution through- out New England. e brewery is known for its Cranky Series of IPAs and Stony Joe Stout, as well as Shan- non's favorite, the award-winning Dock Time. Shannon said Stony Creek stands out among the pack not only for its beers, but its festive atmosphere brewing with food trucks, games, karaoke and trivia nights, live music and waterfront views. Member FDIC Equal Housing Lender All loans are subject to credit and underwriting approval. For more information contact Jeff L. Hubbard, Market President: jhubbard@liberty-bank.com or visit liberty-bank.com/commercial-lending $15,000,000 Acquisition Financing Higher Education Central/Southern CT $8,000,000 Renovation Loan Assisted Living Facility Central CT $4,000,000 Equipment Financing Hauling & Recycling Co. Central CT We're the kind of bank that helps our community grow. "Our unique location lends to a captivating and enjoyable social experience, and although we take the brewing and our beer seriously, you don't have to be," Shannon noted. Outside of work, Shannon and "the love of his life" of 17 years, Cheresse, love dogs, and he is an avid surfer and enjoys spending time outdoors. e couple now makes their home in the East Rock neighborhood of New Haven. n Stony Creek Brewery, at 5 Indian Neck Ave. along the Branford River, produces more than 20 craft beers.