MEET THE CREW
Danielle Hartman
Host
Danielle is the host of Poured in PA: The Series. She graduated from Millersville University, studied Digital Photography at PCAD, and is currently the Sr. Production Artist at Godiva Chocolatier. She became involved with Poured in PA by supporting the full-length documentary and her love of beer. Be sure to ask her about the 8-minute long audition video that had to be cut down 3 times! When she's not introducing you to a new PA Brewery, you can find her modeling local ads, supporting live music, or boxing her heart out at the gym.
What has been your favorite thing about working on Poured in PA?
First and foremost, working with such an enthusiastic team! Also, getting an up close and personalized look at the stories behind the breweries I already love and finding out about ones I never knew existed. Plus, getting to drink all of the cans I crack open at the end of each episode!
What’s been a rewarding aspect of working on Poured in PA?
Being part of a team that provides a platform to share some of the lesser-known stories of the people behind the industry. 'Poured in PA' really brings out the true personality behind the breweries so you feel like you're visiting an old friend versus a business establishment.
NATE KRESGE
Founder | Director of Photography | Executive Producer | Co-Owner
Nate knows the impact of combining art, emotion, and story to help shape and share the message behind every Poured in PA episode. Nate attended Penn State University and earned his degree in film and video production from Full Sail in Winter Park, Florida. He was named one of Central Pennsylvania Business Journal’s Forty Under 40 (2015) and is a member of the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts. Outside of film and photography, Nate has a passion for live music, bourbon, and craft beer. If he’s not catching a show or discovering a new brewery, Nate is spending time with his wife and family.
What has been your favorite thing about working on Poured in PA?
My favorite part of this project has been meeting the people who make up this industry. Many of them have become great friends.
Any interesting beer-related facts about you?
My wife and I brewed a Saison for our wedding with our friends at Zeroday. The beer featured roses from our garden and was called Une Nouvelle Saison (French for "a new season"). You can find me on Untappd @NateKresge
DOUG METZ
Co-Owner | Head of Post Production
An award-winning editor and motion graphics designer with more than 20 years of experience, Doug is moved by heartwarming stories, and he excels at telling those for our clients. Doug is Poured in PA’s resident handyman. If he can’t fix it, it’s time to buy a new one. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Advertising from The University of Akron and an associate degree in Video Production from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh. When not editing, you can usually find Doug out by the fire enjoying some craft beer or having some family adventures.
What do you enjoy most about the Pennsylvania beer scene?
The people. Everyone we meet is so kind and always eager to share their beer while they tell us their stories.
What’s been a rewarding aspect of working on Poured in PA?
Spending time with my teammates. We have a great group at GK and being able to spend time with them, especially while drinking a beer or two, is always fun.
NICK CHOHANY
Chief Editor
Nick is an award-winning editor with nearly 20 years of experience in the video production field. A graduate of York College of Pennsylvania, Nick is involved in everything from early-stage meetings to writing, shooting, and editing Poured in PA. When not behind the camera or editing board, he enjoys actively promoting and supporting Harrisburg’s independent music scene.
The most rewarding aspect of working on Poured in PA?
The response we have received at Poured in PA has been overwhelming. Everyone seems to appreciate what we are trying to do here, spread the stories of Craft Beer in PA. The entire industry has been so welcoming, we feel like we are part of the family.
Favorite thing about working on Poured in PA?
Without a doubt, meeting the men and women behind the PA craft industry has been my favorite aspect of working on Poured in PA. It’s been great seeing these people chasing their dreams while helping their communities thrive.
sean Purcell
Editor and Motion Graphics Artist
Sean is an award-winning editor with more than 10 years of experience. His skills run the gamut from video production to graphic design to sports broadcasting to live events and entertainment production. Sean is a proud Penn State alum. In his free time, Sean is often playing various adult recreational sports around the Harrisburg area or nursing injuries from said sports.
What do you enjoy the most about working on Poured in PA?
I really enjoy the people in the beer industry. Everyone we meet, no matter how big/small their operation, always seems to be down to earth and laid back, and they are always very hospitable towards us.
The most rewarding aspect of working on Poured in PA?
It feels great being able to tell people’s stories. So many people quit their jobs or change careers and really go all-in on working in the brewing industry, and that makes me appreciate it that much more.
Tom Kristich
Sales And Marketing Manager
Tom brings years of marketing, sales, operations management, and account management experience from his time spent in the graphics, publishing, marketing, and media industries. Always ready to collaborate with clients and teammates, Tom earned a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Temple University and an associate degree from Harrisburg Area Community College in Web Development and Design. Outside of work, you can find Tom playing drums with his band, enjoying a craft beer, and spending time with his wife, family, and friends.
What do you enjoy most about the Pennsylvania beer scene?
The people in the beer industry in Pennsylvania are some of the most hard-working, genuine, and fantastic people you will ever meet. Their enthusiasm for their craft and what their breweries bring to their communities is a wonderful thing to get to see firsthand.
What has been the most rewarding aspect of working on Poured in PA?
Getting to work with this talented team and being part of something that promotes the entire brewing industry in Pennsylvania has been one of the most rewarding parts of working on Poured in PA.
Rebecca Lessner
Photographer | Social Media Manager
Rebecca has worked in several photography, journalism, and art scenes, covering events from presidential campaigns to students electro-fishing in Pennsylvania creek beds. She studied Photojournalism during her undergrad studies in Pittsburgh at Point Park University, where she returned to complete her master’s in Multimedia Communications with a focus on Environmental Journalism. Bartending her way through college, Rebecca loved her side hustle of working in breweries, where building relationships with customers over freshly poured drafts sparked her continuing love for craft beer, meeting new characters, and sharing their stories.
What are your favorite kinds/styles of beer?
I started with IPA's, which was a sort of backward route to craft beer. Now I'm getting away from hops and loving the darker styles. I'm more of a high ABV and richer flavor kind of drinker. Give me barrel-aged stouts or barley wines. But I'm also never going to say no to a beer, whatever the style!
What’s been a rewarding aspect of working on Poured in PA?
Honestly, the team is awesome and I'm very excited to be working with such a kind group of creative individuals. Everyone here is focused on creating amazing content to deliver work we can be proud of every time. Putting those values first is what keeps jobs meaningful and enjoyable.