Russell Breweries Inc. Announces Retirement of CEO

23 Aug 2013 --- Russell Breweries Inc. advises that Brian Harris has decided to retire as Chief Executive Officer of the Company, effective September 1, 2013.

Benjamin Li Yu, a director of the Company, will act as interim-CEO until a suitable, permanent CEO is found.

The Company wishes to thank Brian for his leadership and dedicated service over the years building the Company and its brand in the marketplace.

Russell Breweries Inc. is a leading Western Canadian brewer. It brews, markets, sells and distributes a diverse portfolio of award-winning beers that are produced by its wholly-owned regional breweries: Russell Brewing Company in British Columbia and Fort Garry Brewing Company in Manitoba. Both breweries are dedicated to producing high-quality, flavourful ales and lagers. Russell Breweries Inc. is publicly listed on the TSX Venture Exchange.