Phil Hodges serves as Chief Operating Officer at The Boston Beer Company, Inc. (NYSE: SAM), a role he assumed in February 2021. In this capacity, he oversees the company's global supply chain, brewing operations, procurement, quality assurance, engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives. With his strategic leadership, Hodges ensures operational efficiency across Boston Beer's diverse portfolio, including iconic brands like Samuel Adams, Angry Orchard, Truly, and Twisted Tea, supporting the company's growth in the competitive craft beer and hard seltzer markets. Hodges brings over 30 years of experience in supply chain and operations within the consumer goods industry. He joined Boston Beer in 2015 as Vice President of Supply Chain, advancing to Senior Vice President before his promotion to COO. Prior to Boston Beer, he held senior roles at Diageo, where he served as Global Supply Chain Director for Guinness, optimizing production and distribution for one of the world's leading beer brands. His earlier career included positions at Beam Suntory, InBev, and Procter & Gamble, where he honed expertise in lean manufacturing, demand planning, and large-scale operational transformations. Under Hodges' tenure, Boston Beer has significantly expanded its brewing capacity, navigated complex supply chain disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic, and implemented sustainability initiatives that reduced environmental impact while maintaining product quality. His achievements include driving cost efficiencies, enhancing agility in response to market demands, and fostering innovation in production processes, positioning the company for sustained profitability and market leadership.