Joel Krautstrunk

Joel Krautstrunk is a multifaceted individual with diverse professional experiences. While his LinkedIn profile identifies him as a School Counselor (on leave of absence) at Clark County School District2, he has since ventured into the brewing industry.

Entrepreneurial Pursuits

Joel Krautstrunk, along with his wife Melanie, is the owner and master brewer of Hutton & Smith Brewing Co. in Chattanooga, Tennessee.13 They opened the brewery approximately 7 years ago, around 2015, while both were still working full-time jobs.3

Career Transition

Prior to his current role in the brewing industry, Joel worked as a school counselor for the Clark County School District.2 It appears he has taken a leave of absence from this position to focus on his brewing business.

Personal Interests

Beyond his professional endeavors, Joel seems to have a passion for beer, rocks, and cats. The brewery's website humorously mentions that most of what they do is beer, with the rest being rocks and cats.1

Background

Joel and Melanie Krautstrunk previously lived in Las Vegas before moving to Chattanooga to open their brewery.4 Their German-sounding last name was noted as fitting for a beer label, though they chose to name their brewery Hutton & Smith Brewing Co. instead.4