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Imbibe Welcomes New Team Members

Posted: May 15, 2018
In: Imbibe Updates

Learn a little about the newest members to our team. Interested in joining us? Check out our current openings!

Scott Elgazar

Beverage Technician

Favorite food/beverage pairing – Tacos and margaritas

Joe Latka

Pilot Plant Technician

Signature drink: Gentleman Jack & Coke

Dimitar Toshkov

Beverage Technician

Favorite dessert: Grandma’s baklava

Gina Holzner

Quality Document Technician

Favorite food/beverage pairing: Grilled cheese and any IPA Beer

Chris Fakhoury

Financial Analyst

Signature drink: Basil Hayden Kentucky Bourbon

Feona Lazar

Regulatory Technician

Favorite dessert: Chocolate Cake

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