Derek is an award-winning beverage innovator, author and educator, best known as the founder of Drink Company and co-founder of Mindful Drinking Fest, the largest mindful drinking festival in the United States.
He has built acclaimed beverage programs for leading hospitality brands and venues, earning industry recognition for both his pioneering cocktail work and his impact on the evolving beverage landscape.
Today, Derek specialises in helping businesses create profitable, inclusive beverage programs that seamlessly integrate alcoholic and adult non-alcoholic offerings. His recent projects include beverage concepts for Dōgon by Chef Kwame Onwuachi and a national cocktail rollout for Tempo by Hilton.
A leading advocate for mindful drinking, Derek is the author of Mindful Mixology, host of The Mindful Drinking Podcast, and creator of educational programs and certifications that help consumers and industry professionals take a more intentional approach to alcohol and wellness.
Dr. Lisa Ryan, Head of Department of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition at Atlantic Technological University and Scientific Advisory Council member of KHNI discusses the benefits of reducing alcohol on health and mindfulness with Derek Brown, a renowned author, wellness coach, bartender and Founder of Positive Damage. Discover key insights into the benefits of reducing alcohol,…
