Beer with a Boss - Ali Gansemer, RiverBluff

Beer with a Boss, the Chamber's newest YP event, will be held on Thurs., Dec. 18th from 4-5 PM at 7 Hills Brewing Co. featuring Ali Gansemer, RiverBluff.

Ali Gansemer is a Dubuque-area entrepreneur and co-founder of multiple businesses across cannabis, beverage, and retail. She brings a candid, no-fluff perspective on leadership and growth—what worked, what didn’t, and what entrepreneurship really looks like beyond the highlight reel.

Ali’s background includes retail leadership and Fortune 500 consulting before making a purposeful move out of the corporate world and into the emerging cannabis space—a shift that continues to shape how she approaches leadership, resilience, and long-term growth.

Pull up a chair, grab a pint, and join us for an open, laid-back conversation with some of our community’s most inspiring leaders. Beer with a Boss is your chance to hear real success stories, lessons learned, and the challenges overcome along the way—all in a casual, approachable setting. Whether you’re seeking advice, inspiration, or simply a good conversation, this event is designed to connect young professionals with seasoned leaders who’ve been where you are and can help guide where you’re going.

A big thank you to 7 Hills Brewing Co. for sponsoring this Chamber event and supporting our Young Professionals!