About Us

Meet The Well 80 Team

We’re a group of like-minded indviduals brought together by a shared pursuit:
bringing our community good times and well made beer!

We’re a group of like-minded indviduals brought together by a shared pursuit: bringing our community good times and well made beer!

Chris Knudson

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Chris came up with the ridiculous idea to open a brewpub sometime after his second child was born in 2014. His life was far too easy being married with two kids in diapers and co-owning two other restaurants, so he had the crazy notion that he would enjoy starting a new project, creating jobs, and giving back to the community. That idea came to life and Well 80 officially opened on March 19, 2018.

Paul Pearson

HEAD BREWER

Paul brews all the Well 80 beers you love! He is one handsome man, and if you ever walk through our brewery and Paul is blasting the record player, that’s a good indication that he’s brewing. He’s been working in craft breweries since 2005, and his unparalleled technical knowledge of brewing is surpassed only by the passion with which he pursues the perfect pint. That and his undying devotion to his pups, Buzz & Rosie.

Tom Van Gasse

KITCHEN MANAGER

Awesome beer needs awesome food. That’s where Tom comes in. Tom began grilling at age 6 and found a passion for cooking because it brings people together. He brings a wealth of experience and cooking savvy to the Well 80 kitchen. When not slicing and dicing, Tom, his wife, and his Dog love hiking the beautiful trails in the PNW. Tom also has an undeniable love for ice cream. Ice cream gift baskets are always welcome.

Donnie Wong

FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER

Donnie is a lover of biking, exploring, and spreading positive energy. He has been with Well 80 since the beginning. Like, the week we opened. That longevity is due to hard work, loyalty, and an adept ability to run things smoothly. That and he loves himself a cold one. We must warn you though – he don’t know karate, but he knows ka-razy! Fun fact: back in the day his wife designed our kids’ menus!

Matt Trotter

BAR MANAGER

Matt likes bingo. He’s Just happy to be here.

Chris Knudson

Director of Operations

Chris came up with the ridiculous idea to open a brewpub sometime after his second child was born in 2014. His life was far too easy being married with two kids in diapers and co-owning two other restaurants, so he had the crazy notion that he would enjoy starting a new project, creating jobs and giving back to the community. That idea came to life and Well 80 officially opened on March 19, 2018.

Chris Knudson

Director of Operations

Chris Knudson

LIKES: FUNNY HATS

DISLIKES: UN-WELL MADE BEER

FAVORITE WELL 80 BEER: LEOPOLD’S ORIGINAL 1896 LAGER