Green Flash Brewing has appointed Michael Taylor as its new CEO.

In his new role, Taylor will focus on strengthening the Green Flash and Alpine brands, as well as managing long-term strategic growth.

Taylor said: “I’m thrilled to lead the Green Flash and Alpine teams as we enter new chapters as vibrant members of the San Diego craft beer community.

“This is an exciting time for Green Flash and Alpine, and we will build upon what has made our breweries award-winning: our hard-working, creative employees and a shared vision to pioneer progressive, unique, and high-quality craft beer and experiences.”

“His talent, experience, and leadership are the perfect fit and I look forward to working with him.”

Before joining Green Flash, Taylor worked for Anheuser-Busch Companies for a period of 14 years and served in various senior management positions during his tenure.

Green Flash founder Mike Hinkley said: “I’m very excited that Michael is coming on board as the CEO of Green Flash. His talent, experience, and leadership are the perfect fit and I look forward to working with him.”

Hinkley will continue to be a part of the leadership team reporting to Taylor and serving on the company’s board of managers.

Established in 2002, Green Flash has been producing a wide range of craft beers and distributes them throughout its core markets of California, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, Texas, Utah and Nebraska.

In 2014, the company acquired Alpine Beer Company, which is located and operated in the town of Alpine in Eastern San Diego County.