Colin | Montana Ale Works

Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Colin first arrived in Bozeman in 2011 as an MSU field researcher studying spiny softshell turtles on the Missouri River. Working his way West towards Colorado, he became a lead field researcher with Colorado Parks and Wildlife by summer, diving into fine dining hospitality in the off-season, working in three renowned Vail restaurants – Zino Ristorante, Vintage, and Bol– over the next 6 years.“All provided unique lessons for my development in the restaurant industry,” says Colin. Eager to return to Montana, Colin was immediately drawn to the Ale Works volume, vibe, local sourcing and sustainability ethics and he joined the management team in late 2018. The synergies were many. “The organization and accountability at Ale Works is impressive and unique, and I really look forward to interacting with a large staff. I also look forward to using my environmental biology background in the company’s outreach programs,” says Colin. The company’s role as a cornerstone of the community and social epicenter of Bozeman was another draw. “ I look forward to managing as a cohesive team and keeping a pulse on the community through my position!” A wide-ranging outdoors enthusiast who enjoys snowboarding, dirt biking, hiking, and photography as well as spending time with his wife, Kaylin, Colin admits to loving Colorado, but adds “ Montana is everything Colorado wants to be. Everyone is so outdoor-oriented here, and the positivity shines through when people come to work after a morning of outdoor pursuits.” Colin and Kaylin welcomed their first child, a son, Brooks, into the world on December 9th, 2025, growing their own and the Ale Works family.