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Crowns & Hops Brewing Co., the first Blackowned craft beer brand in Inglewood, CA, is further cementing its dedication to the City of Inglewood through its brand mission of preserving culture, building community, and expanding the palate of consumers in the area.
The commitment starts with the brewery laying roots in the community through its 14,000
square foot location off Manchester Ave. and Crenshaw Blvd. Crowns Inglewood is a
community establishment based in the heart of Inglewood, and it will provide a safe familyfriendly
space to gather, dine and have delicious independent craft beer. To help support
this mission, Crowns & Hops Brewing Co. recently launched their equity crowdfunding
campaign “OWN CROWNS” to help raise the capital needed for the new location.
“We have always celebrated the mission of community and ownership in the craft beer
industry. We’re excited to bring these concepts of investment and equity to a region that
has been starved of resources for generations,” said Teo Hunter, COO & Head of Beer
Operations.
This investment opportunity allows the community to participate in the revitalization efforts
of a city. Crowns & Hops will offer locals and visitors alike an opportunity to publicly
connect in Inglewood/South L.A. to enjoy premium products produced in Inglewood. Cofounders
Beny Ashburn & Teo Hunter believe this opportunity will allow for the
community to invest in the city’s development while supporting Black-owned businesses in
the region.
As stated by Beny Ashburn, CEO, “Our brand started with the community. Now, we want
to offer the community an opportunity to own a part of Crowns in the City of Champions
and wherever we expand.”
In addition, last month the brewery co-hosted a panel discussion and mixer at All In Co
Working with the Inglewood Chamber of Commerce and the City of Inglewood in
celebration of Black Business Month. The panel specifically discussed balancing the
benefits, resources, and initiative in a developing city, with Inglewood Mayor James Butts
opening the event by announcing the official date for the ground-breaking of the new Los
Angeles Clippers arena. Butts also delivered a heartfelt message about the ongoing
progress and growth happening within the city and amongst its residents.
