Dan's brewing journey began in college, when he convinced his brother to homebrew as a way to enjoy good cheap beer. After several years of military service and a career in healthcare management, Dan returned to his passion and co-founded ColdFire Brewing with his brother in 2015. At ColdFire, Dan leads operations, sales, and production — and when he's off the clock, you'll likely find him in the garage, wrenching on a vintage motorcycle with his son.

With a background in microbiology and years of experience as a medical scientist, Stephen brings a deep understanding of fermentation to his craft. Before opening ColdFire, he interned at several breweries and refined the original recipes on a small pilot system with his brother. Whether he's culturing yeast in the lab, brewing on the deck, or tending barrels, Stephen brings curiosity and care to every detail — and outside the brewery, he's devoted to his favorite role: being dad to three amazing daughters.

Alex's passion for food and hospitality has taken him from Oregon to Japan to Peru, and ultimately back home to Eugene. Along the way, he's learned from world-class chefs and contributed to some of this city's most beloved restaurants. Today, Alex brings his global perspective and creative energy to ColdFire's food and hospitality program. When he's not in the kitchen, you'll find him outdoors with his wife and son, or chasing bogeys with friends on the golf course.