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hand-crafted for craft makers

We empower craft makers to scale their businesses, streamline their processes, and focus on what they love.

the story of Ekos

Ekos was founded in 2014 based on a love of craft beverages and software development. Our founders discovered that craft producers were using manual methods like spreadsheets and clipboards to manage their processes and knew there must be a better way.

The only options available were expensive and complicated ERP systems, so they set out to create Ekos, a business management system that was affordable, easy to use, and carefully crafted for craft manufacturers. Ekos is now the industry-leading software for beer, wine, and cider producers, with features and integrations to automate manual tasks like no other tool can.

words we live by

when our customers win, we win

Focus on the customer. We listen, understand our customers’ needs, and empower them to grow their businesses.

we are one team

Together, we are more than the sum of our parts. We seek opportunities to serve others, collaborate, and build community, both inside and outside of Ekos.

be courageous

Be truthful, clear, and transparent in all interactions. We aren’t afraid to speak up and have difficult conversations, and always communicate with empathy, integrity, and concern for others.

say it, do it

Take action, take ownership, and move quickly in decision-making. We hold ourselves and others accountable for following through on commitments and delivering results.

be better than yesterday

Successful people are excited and energized by progress. We are creative, curious, and resilient as we imagine innovative solutions, take calculated risks, and build the future of Ekos.

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balanced life

Work-life balance isn’t just a buzzword. We stay energized by balancing our personal and professional lives in a healthy way.

Ekos by the numbers

50+

team members

17k+

Ekos users

2014

established

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craft beverages consumed

our leaders

Josh McKinney

Co-Founder and President

Kent Rowe

CEO

Greg Forehand

Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer

Patrick Milburn

CTO

Greg Munson

COO

Moira O’Connor

CFO

community connection

We’re a driven team united by our passion to support the craft movement by connecting and empowering independent makers to focus on what they love. We put our customers first in everything we do — from product development to support — to make sure we are providing the most value and creating the best software in the market.

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May 22, 2025

Ekos and Wholesail Partner to Streamline Accounts Receivable and Payments for Craft Beverage Producers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Date) – Ekos, the leading business management software for craft beverage producers, and Wholesail, the leading accounts receivable platform for the food & beverage industry, today announced a strategic partnership to help breweries, distilleries, and other craft producers get paid faster, simplify AR process, and enhance customer relationships.  “The integration between Ekos > […]

May 1, 2025

Looking Past the Price Hikes: What Tariffs Really Mean for Breweries and Distilleries 

Tariffs aren’t just headlines anymore, they’re changing the way breweries and distilleries do business. From rising costs on cans and kegs to sourcing struggles and shifting global trade dynamics, small producers are feeling the squeeze. But where there’s pressure, there’s also opportunity. In this post, we explore how tariffs are reshaping supply chains, sparking innovation, and why now is the time to run a tighter, more resilient operation.
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