Brewing company exec slated to speak at networking event

SPARK Columbus, a networking event for entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, investors, small business owners and others interested in new business ventures, will feature an executive from Upland Brewing Co. on Thursday.

Doug Dayhoff (pictured), president of the Bloomington-based restaurant and brewing company, will speak at the event, scheduled for 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Upland Columbus Pump House, 148 Lindsey St.

Dayhoff’s company operates two breweries and four retail brewpubs, including the Pump House. During his career, he has worked with several successful entrepreneurial teams in high-growth businesses, raising more than $35 million in venture capital and completing transactions totaling more than $150 million.

To register, visit the chamber’s website at columbusareachamber.com and click on the SPARK Columbus registration link.

For more information, call 812-379-4457.