Who We Are

Believing wholeheartedly in the preservation of northwest Kansas -  and being passionate about its continued success, Steve and Ericka Nicholson are watching their hobbies find rebirth at 360 N Franklin Avenue - on the bricks in beautiful downtown Colby, Kansas.

Steve Nicholson

Before being Center Pivot’s brewer, Steve was teaching the Life Sciences from junior high to junior college for the past 30 years. He is constantly experimenting with unique flavors and beer types and is always in the brewery or dining areas to discuss his thoughts with those who want to talk about the brewing process. If he’s not in the brewery, Steve can be found spending time with his three beloved Labradors (Milo, Maizee, and Barley), chasing upland birds, and hanging out with his wife and business partner, Ericka.

Ericka Nicholson

Ericka is employed full-time at Citizens Medical Center and serves as a volunteer on the Thomas County ambulance service. She is the bookkeeper/business operator behind the Center Pivot, but more importantly, she's able to share her favorite passion (COOKING) with our customers. Born and raised in Quinter, Ericka is thrilled to be residing in Colby. She loves spending time at her parents’ farm north of Quinter, working on EMS and riding horses. Ericka has a son who is an accomplished artist and is currently living in the Kansas City / Lawrence area.

The Team

Together, Steve and Ericka enjoy following their beloved sports teams, the Kansas City Chiefs and the Kansas City Royals - they also share a passion for the love of animals and nature.  In their spare time, you'll find them fishing, camping, and being outdoors together with friends.   This dynamic ownership team welcomes you to enjoy signature craft beer and delicious food in a historic, newly remodeled, agriculture-themed downtown building that was originally a bank.   As owners of Center Pivot Restaurant and Brewery, they are deeply committed to their local community and economy -- so much so that they decided to “walk the walk” when it came to reinvesting in NW Kansas by bringing their passions and hobbies to life in this bustling rural enclave, in the heart of downtown.

Their staff of dedicated souls is also passionate about craft beer, good food, and showcasing anything local at every opportunity. Steve and Ericka recognize that without extraordinary staff, this endeavor would not be possible.