Haworth College of Business Outstanding Alumni Achievement Award

Amy Bies Kenny, B.B.A.’86

CFO, New Holland Brewing Company

Amy Bies Kenny is a seasoned financial executive currently serving as chief financial officer for New Holland Brewing Company, a leader in the craft beverage and hospitality industry. With over 12 years in this role, she has guided the company through significant growth, bringing strategic focus, operational discipline and collaborative leadership to every facet of the business.

With more than 25 years of experience in corporate finance, strategic planning and executive leadership, Kenny has held senior roles in privately held companies across a range of industries including pharmaceutical, manufacturing and consumer goods.

She earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in accountancy from WMU’s Haworth College of Business, laying the foundation for a career defined by thoughtful leadership, disciplined execution and a commitment to building high-performing teams.

Kenny has served as a board member of Safe Harbor, the Rotary Club of Saugatuck-Douglas and the Land Conservancy of West Michigan. She has also enjoyed opportunities to speak at events at WMU Haworth.

Her WMU legacy extends beyond her own accomplishments—her son Ryan and his wife Katy Kick Kenny, along with her son Kyle and his fiancée Lauren Eagle, are all fellow graduates of WMU.