Olde Mecklenburg Brewery's John Marrino is CBJ's 2018 Business Person of the Year

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Olde Mecklenburg Brewery founder John Marrino has been tapped as the Charlotte Business Journal’s 16th annual Business Person of the Year.

Marrino is a pioneer in Charlotte’s growing craft-beer scene; OMB was the first brewery to open in the Queen City in March 2009.

Since then, OMB has built a following for its German-style brews, with the likes of Copper, Captain Jack and seasonal award-winning Mecktoberfest.

Marrino has invested more than $20 million into OMB and its facilities. Its workforce has grown from three employees — including himself— to 150, currently.

Another $10 million project is looming — but the brewery’s growth has not been without challenges.

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