Michael Brewer
President
Alcoholic Beverage Consulting Service President, Michael Brewer, is also the co-founder of License Locators, one of California’s largest liquor license brokerage firms, and California Business Escrow. Mr. Brewer has been a guest lecturer at San Diego State University, the Escrow Training Institute, the Escrow Institute, Los Angeles Escrow Association and California Association of Business Brokers. Mr. Brewer previously served as regulatory auditor for the United States Custom Service and holds a Master’s degree in accounting from San Diego State University. He is an associate member of the California Restaurant Association, California Association of Business Brokers, the National Alcoholic Beverage Control Association and the National Conference of State Liquor Administrators.
Megan Coleman
Vice President
Megan Coleman is Vice President of Alcoholic Beverage Consulting Service and has been a key member of the team since 2015. A Southern California native and graduate of San Diego State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Megan brings extensive legal and regulatory expertise gained through her work in both criminal and civil law.
Over the course of her career, she has successfully managed thousands of California ABC licensing matters for a diverse range of clients, including national hotel brands, restaurants, retail and drug store chains, breweries, wineries, and distilleries throughout California. Megan specializes in mass license transfers and has extensive experience navigating both California ABC requirements and federal Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) permitting processes. Her expertise, strategic approach, and commitment to client service have made her a key leader within the company.
When not working, Megan enjoys spending her free time reading, traveling, and spending time with her husband and teenage boy/girl twins.
Danica Bernard
Consultant
Danica grew up in Fallbrook and Temecula and developed a strong work ethic and appreciation for community. Her background spans construction, office management, and historical research, including time spent living in Europe studying World War II archival records and interviewing Holocaust survivors.
Currently, she works in multi-unit liquor license transfers, overseeing licensing processes and regulatory compliance. Danica enjoys gardening, spending time with her family, and she is also pursuing a Certificate in Legal Studies, and brings a detail-oriented, research-driven approach to every project.
Ashleigh Coleman
Consultant
Ashleigh earned her degree in Communication and Public Relations from Northern Arizona University, where she developed a strong foundation in strategic communication, relationship management, and client service. Known for her proactive approach and attention to detail, Ashleigh guides clients through every stage of the licensing process, from application submission to activation.
Outside of work, Ashleigh enjoys spending time outdoors, especially gardening and exploring new adventures with her family. As a proud mom to a 9-year-old son, she values meaningful connections, balance, and making the most of every opportunity to create lasting memories.
Debbie Herrera
Consultant
Debbie is a San Diego native who moved to Temecula in 1999 to raise her family. With more than 30 years of professional experience, she has worked in legal offices specializing in real estate, land use, water, and bankruptcy law, as well as serving for five years in the office of a California State Senator, where she discovered her passion for community service and constituent advocacy.
Debbie is involved in the Temecula Valley community. She is a Past President of the Rotary Club of Temecula and a member of Professional Women’s Roundtable and 100 Women Who Care Temecula Valley. She is committed to providing exceptional client service and guiding clients through the licensing process.
In her free time, she enjoys gardening, baking, attending baseball games, and spending time with her family and pets.
Vanessa Frazier
Consultant
Vanessa is a Northern Arizona University graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree and has proudly called the Temecula Valley home for the past six years. Raised in San Diego, she brings a strong work ethic and a passion for supporting local businesses, particularly within the wine industry.
With eight years of experience in construction project management and five years specializing in winery licensing and TTB compliance, Vanessa combines organizational expertise with a deep understanding of industry regulations.
When she’s not working through compliance and licensing challenges, Vanessa enjoys spending time with her family and cooking.
Taylor Sherman
Administrative Assistant
Taylor was born and raised in Southern California and brings a strong administrative background and client-focused approach to her role as Administrative Assistant. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a concentration in Creative Writing from Western New England University, where she developed exceptional communication, organization, and analytical skills.
Taylor supports the day-to-day operations of the liquor licensing process by coordinating documentation, maintaining client records, and managing communications. Her attention to detail, professionalism, and commitment to customer service help clients navigate complex licensing requirements with confidence.
Taylor enjoys spending time with her son and family when not at work.