City of El Paso Empowering Small Business Roundtable & Speed Networking

Deadbeach Brewery ,406 Durango Street,El Paso TX 79901

24 May, 2023

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Learn how to Develop, Grow, and Run a Successful Business through this roundtable event! Join The City of El Paso, Pioneers 21, and Peoplefund to hear best business practices from local entrepreneurs: Chelsie Evaldi, Owner of Chuco RelicGabriel Montoya, Owner of Deadbeach BreweryLuna Munoz, Social media influencer, photography and make-up artist PANELISTSGabriel Montoya, DeadBeach Brewery Co-Founder and Head BrewerBorn and raised in beautiful El Paso, Texas, Gabriel was an assistant brewer for the local Jaxson’s Restaurant and Brewing Co. from 2005-2012, in which a passion for home brewing and craft beer was nurtured. After the closing of the restaurant, he continued pursuing his love for craft beer by working to perfect his home-brew beer recipes. His passion and dedication to craft brought him to create the DeadBeach concept. With time, DeadBeach was able to purchase a 7bbl brewhouse and three fermentation tanks from Jaxon’s, this is the base brewhouse for the current DeadBeach Brewery location. DeadBeach officially opened on November 1st, 2015. Several years later, and with the help of his brewing team, Gabriel has created and produced hundreds of brews for the community to enjoy. The flavors of the borderland are boldly represented in each brew. Some fan favorites include: the Abuela Stout, an 8.9% Imperial chocolate stout brewed with Mexican chocolate, TOMA!- a DeadBeach spin on a traditional red beer, made with roasted chiles and specialty seasonings and many more. Gabe is a Gemini and enjoys loud music, dancing, conspiracy theories and fruit. He is blessed with three children. Ezra, Hendrix, and Dali. Chelsie Evaldi, Owner of Chuco RelicChelsie is a true Fronteriza. She was born in El Paso, Texas and raised in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua. After graduating high school in El Paso, Chelsie obtained a degree in business marketing from McMurry University while playing soccer and became the first female to receive the All-West Division Award at her university. Chelsie has lived and worked in different parts of the world, including Spain, Ireland, and Austin, Texas. Still, she is always proud to have started her career working at Peter Piper Pizza here at home, where she frequently roller-bladed to work. In 2014, Chelsie purchased a small novelty store in El Paso's downtown shopping area, which would later become the Chuco Relic we know today. Her store has become a hub for regional artists to showcase their work and for visitors and locals to purchase unique novelties. Chelsie serves her community by partnering with and supporting local nonprofits. She participated in The City of El Paso's Neighborhood Leadership Academy, where she learned to foster leadership and promote civic engagement to improve quality of life measures in our community. Family time, playing sports, and meeting El Paso creatives are how Chelsie enjoys spending her time. Luna Munoz, Social Media Influencer, Photographer, &MUALuna Isabel is an Published Makeup Artist, Photographer, Model, and serial entrepreneur. Luna obtained a degree in Business Management concentrated in Human Resources and Entrepreneurship from UTEP. After working corporate for 5 plus years she found that it was killing her passion and creativity. In the midst of the pandemic she left her job and started working for herself full time in Oct 2020. Today her business offers many services. She takes pride in providing the best customer experience.