Chad Michael George
judge
2025 WSWA Access Live Competition Judge
Chad Michael George is a Denver-based hospitality veteran of 20+ years. He is also an executive board member for the CO Bartenders’ Guild and EatDenver. Chad is a Certified Sommelier, Certified Sherry Wine Specialist and a graduate of the prestigious B.A.R. 5 Day Program (Top Blind Taster – 2012.) Chad was chosen for 2016 Food & Wine Magazine’s “Top Mixologists” and is widely recognized as a leading expert in spirits, mixology and hospitality around the United States. Chad is a member of Maverick Theory Consulting, the Founder of Proof Productions and the Director of Community Development for Bars.com.