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LETS MEET FOR A BEER - EPISODE #40

Episode #40

Kim Lawton: Crafting Community in the Okanagan | CREATE - The Podcast

Wednesday, July 1, 2026•55:38

Kim Lawton is an entrepreneur, marketing strategist, and passionate advocate for craft beer, wine, tourism, and small business. As the owner of DogLeg Marketing & Business Solutions and Marketing Director for both Cannery Brewing and Fort Berens Estate Winery, she has spent nearly three decades helping brands tell their stories, build meaningful relationships, and connect with their communities.

Kim began her career with major consumer brands before launching her own marketing consultancy in the Okanagan in 2006. She is widely recognized for her contributions to British Columbia’s craft beer industry, including helping create the Penticton Ale Trail and Penticton Beer Blocks.

Beyond her professional work, Kim and her husband are the creators of Hidden Gems of BC, a passion project dedicated to discovering and showcasing unique destinations, businesses, and experiences throughout the province.

On this episode of CREATE, Kim shares lessons on entrepreneurship, marketing, relationship building, community, and the power of shining a spotlight on others.

 

Guest:

Kim Lawton

Host:

Mark Kondrat

CREATE – The Podcast

When planning a trip to Penticton, check out Visit Penticton:

The BC Ale Trail is a world-class tourism platform featuring over 200 BC breweries with 22 self-guided ale trails around BC, including the Penticton Ale Trail. When visiting BC, download the BC Ale Trail app, a free gamified tool for discovering breweries throughout your travels.

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