Pabst Announces CEO and CFO Transitions

This morning I have some transition news coming from Pabst Brewing in San Antonio, Texas:

Former Pabst Executive Vice President Greig DeBow appointed CEO

San Antonio, Texas -Pabst Brewing Company today announced that Greig DeBow has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective August 11th. DeBow served as Pabst’s Executive Vice President, National Accounts from 2015 to 2019. He succeeds Paul Chibe, who has served as CEO since 2021.

“We are thrilled to welcome Greig back to Pabst,” said Eugene Kashper, Chairman of the Board. “During his tenure, Greig developed strong relationships across the organization and demonstrated a deep understanding of the business, the brands, and the Pabst culture. Greig’s return reflects our confidence in his leadership and our commitment to building a company that is both innovative and deeply rooted in Pabst culture. Under Greig’s leadership, Pabst will be focused on harnessing the power of our brands and our people to drive exciting innovation and growth.”

A respected industry veteran, DeBow brings a wealth of experience, operational acumen, and a collaborative leadership style that aligns with Pabst’s values and strategic direction. DeBow has spent over 25 years in the beverage and consumer-packaged goods industries, including his most recent role as Chief Commercial and Operating Officer at 1st Phorm International, the largest privately held nutritional supplements and better-for-you snacking company in the U.S. At 1st Phorm, DeBow led the Commercial & Operations functions of Sales, Marketing, Distribution, Category Insights, and Operations. With a consumer and category-centric lens, the retail commercial business more than doubled under his watch.

Prior to 1st Phorm, DeBow served as Chief Commercial Officer at Zevia, driving market development to fuel revenue growth and profitability for the brand. Over the course of his career, he has served in sales leadership roles at Jack Link’s, Danone, PepsiCo, Red Bull North America, and Standard Beverage Corporation.

“I’m super excited to have the opportunity to return to Pabst, to the incredible people who work there, and to the truly special brands they represent. Pabst is a very special place, and I know that together, as one team, we’ll be able to realize the opportunities before us, forge meaningful connections with consumers, and take these brands to new heights,” said DeBow.

Pabst also announced that Michael Levitt, a Pabst board member and partner in Pabst parent company, Blue Ribbon Partners, has been appointed interim CFO, replacing Tim Tulfur. Levitt’s career spans more than 30 years in the corporate finance and asset management sectors. The board of directors of Pabst plans to commence a search for a permanent CFO.

“Under Paul and Tim’s leadership, Pabst navigated a challenging environment and laid important groundwork for the company’s future,” said Kashper. “We are thankful for Paul’s and Tim’s dedication and contributions, and we wish them every success in their future endeavors.”

About Pabst

Founded in 1844, Pabst is one of North America’s largest privately held beer and beverage companies. Pabst’s portfolio includes iconic brands with deep ties to America’s heritage, such as its flagship Pabst Blue Ribbon, recently launched Pabst Light, and others such as Lone Star, Rainier, Old Style, Stag, Stroh’s, and Old Milwaukee. Pabst embraces change and is continuously innovating to find new and interesting ways to connect with consumers both within and outside the beer category. Our company, our people, and our brands are committed to making a positive impact on communities across the country. For more information about Pabst, please visit www.pabst.com.