CHARLOTTE, N.C. — John Marrino wants The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery to have a long-lasting impression.
That South End brewery — Charlotte’s first — marks its 10th anniversary in March.
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Marrino, OMB’s founder, was recently named the Charlotte Business Journal’s Business Person of the Year for his efforts in building the brand and efforts to grow the craft-beer industry.
He has been a pioneer in the Queen City’s fast-growing craft-beer scene. Today, there are 43 breweries here — and the number keeps growing.
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In the last decade, OMB has invested $20 million-plus into its facilities, equipment and continued expansion.
Take a look behind the scenes at OMB's journey in this photo gallery.
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