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2012 NBWA Legislative Conference: Register Today!

The 2012 NBWA Legislative Conference will take place March 25 - 28, 2012, in Washington, D.C. Click here for more details, or download the full Conference brochure. Register today!
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NBWA Associate Members: Submit Your Education Seminar Proposals

In preparation for the 75th Annual Convention October 14 – 17, 2012, in San Diego, California, NBWA is inviting associate members to submit proposals for the Convention Education Seminar Program. Visit www.nbwa.org/seminars to submit your proposal by 5:30 p.m. EST on February 24, 2012.
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NBWA Members: Order the 2011 Distributor Productivity Report

The Distributor Productivity Report (DPR) is an industry-wide research effort that is designed to serve as an easy-to-understand, actionable tool for firms to evaluate their company’s operating results in order to pinpoint strengths, weaknesses, and improvement opportunities. Purchase the 2011 DPR today!

NBWA's Kim McKinnish Recognized as Transformational Leader in NonProfit CFO Awards

NBWA CFO Kim McKinnish has been named the 2012 Nonprofit Transformational Leader in the Association TRENDS Nonprofit CFO Awards. “Kim’s contributions to the Association’s fiscal performance and her guidance as an effective manager has resulted in major improvement in the organization’s overall operations,” said NBWA President & CEO Craig Purser.

Distributor Members: Visit NBWA's Grassroots and Political Action Center!

Stop Underage Drinking Resources

StopAlcoholAbuse.Gov is a gateway to comprehensive research and resources on the prevention of underage drinking. Materials available through this portal are provided by the 15 federal agencies of the Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Prevention of Underage Drinking.

NBWA's Kim McKinnish Recognized as Transformational Leader in NonProfit CFO Awards

January 24, 2012

ALEXANDRIA, VA – National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Kim McKinnish has been named the 2012 Nonprofit Transformational Leader in the Association TRENDS Nonprofit CFO Awards.

America’s Beer Distributors Toast Anniversary of 21st Amendment Ratification

December 1, 2011

NBWA’s 74th Annual Convention and Trade Show Highlights Value of Beer Distributors

October 19, 2011

Day Two Focuses on Industry Partnerships and Importance of Brand Building

National Beer Wholesalers Association Announces 2011-2012 Board of Directors Officers

October 18, 2011

Oregon Beer Distributor Steve Lytle to Lead Association Efforts on Behalf of America’s 3,300 Licensed, Independent Beer Distributors

FL: Beer distributor helps Intuition Ale Works expand throughout Florida

February 22, 2012

J.J. Taylor Distributing of Florida is helping Intuition Ale Works to expand south, which will be the Jacksonville brewery's first venture outside Northeast Florida. After the launch of the brewery's flagship brew, People's Pale Ale, J.J. Taylor will distribute the brew in kegs throughout its 17-county area in Central and South Florida, with plans to offer cans as Intuition ramps up its new canning line.

ID: Liquor privatization initiative may hit snag

February 22, 2012

Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden reported that a proposed voter initiative to privatize Idaho’s alcohol business might be illegal because the state constitution says such decisions are the Legislature’s purview. In January, the Idaho Federation of Reagan Republicans submitted a citizens’ initiative to privatize alcohol sales in Idaho and eliminate the Liquor Division. In addition, the Northwest Grocery Association is pursuing privatization but says it will ask the 2013 Legislature to weigh in before going the initiative route.

SC: Hotline created to fight underage drinking in Darlington County

February 22, 2012

With Darlington County, South Carolina, having one of the highest rates of underage drinking in the state, Darlington County's Community Action for a Safer Tomorrow (CAST) Coordinator reports that the organizations new hotline will allow anyone in the county to call and report places where they believe underage drinking is taking place. Callers can also report a business that they believe is selling or serving alcohol to minors. Calls that require action will be turned over to local law enforcement.

MA: Boston Beer Co. crafts Boston Marathon beer

February 22, 2012

Boston Beer Company has announced that they will be brewing "Boston 26.2 Brew" for the Boston Athletic Association, the host of the Boston Marathon on April 16. The brew is set to be served at pubs and restaurants along the marathon route and around Boston, Massachusetts, on the day of the marathon.

North Carolina Beer Distributor Renovates Warehouse Facilities with Sustainable Features

February 21, 2012

Mims Distributing Company of Raleigh, North Carolina, has moved into a larger facility to accommodate growing business. The new warehouse is 140,000 square feet, which gives the company an additional 50,000 square feet. It also includes several sustainable features.

Maine Distributor Presents Frank Gaziano Scholarships Named for All-American Founder

February 13, 2012

Pictured left to right: Jeff Kane, president of National Distributors; Logan Mars, senior from Scarborough High School; Luke Libby, senior from Thornton Academy; and Peter DeSimon, Gaziano Awards OfficerFor the second consecutive year, National Distributors of South Portland, Maine, has provided...

Texas Beer Distribution Family Promotes Education Through a Decade of Scholarships

February 6, 2012

This year marks the 10-year anniversary of South Texas Academic Rising Scholars (STARS), a grassroots non-profit organization founded by Joe LaMantia, Jr. and his family who own and operate L&F Distributors based in McAllen, Texas. But the origin of STARS begins decades before its founding.

NBWA's Kim McKinnish Honored as Transformational Leader in Nonprofit CFO Awards

January 26, 2012

National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Kim McKinnish has been named the 2012 Nonprofit CFO Transformational Leader in the Association TRENDS Nonprofit CFO Awards.