Jani Leinonen, the founder of Fiskarsin Panimo, announced on social media that he was terminated from his own brewery. His dismissal came during restructuring talks at Veitsitehdas, where several businesses, including Fiskarsin Panimo, Suomenlinnan Panimo, and Noita Winery, operate under the umbrella of the Brukett company. The restructuring aimed to address high costs and profitability issues that persisted despite growth in the company.

According to Mikko Ali-Melkkilä, the CEO of Brukett, the company's expenses had become unsustainable, indicating that even growth could not offset the financial strains. As a result of these changes, not only were the positions of founders like Leinonen and Jari 'Köpi' Tapanainen eliminated but they also faced a lack of a role in the newly streamlined organization. This situation represents a significant shift in the company's leadership dynamics and raises questions about the future direction of the breweries involved.

The dismissal has sparked reactions within the industry, highlighting the challenges faced by craft breweries struggling to balance growth with financial viability. As craft beer markets continue to grow, this incident serves as a reminder of the precarious nature of running a brewery and the potential for unexpected changes in management structures that can affect stability and legacy within the craft brewing community.