Annual Convention

88th Annual Convention & Trade Show

October 12-15, 2025 | Las Vegas, NV

The electric centerpiece of the beer and beverage distribution industry returns for an action-packed week of connection and innovation.  Join thousands of distributor, supplier, vendor and retail leaders as the dynamic future of beverages comes to life!

And so much more, including an exciting roster of soon-to-be announced speakers, exclusive data on consumer trends and the industry’s best networking opportunities.

 

Set Your Company Up For Success — Book Your Spot Now

Thank You To Our Sponsors!
Supporting

Beak and Skiff Apple Farms
BMO Harris
Cirrus Tech
EastWest Beverages
Elevated BI
Encompass Technologies
Enzo Unified
Hal’s Beverage
Hy-Tek Intralogistics
iSellBeer


Motive
Motus
Ohanafy
Parallel Products
PKF O’Connor Davies
Rehrig Pacific Company
Thermosafe
Vermont Information Processing (VIP)
Verno Consulting

Interested in seeing your company’s logo here?
Explore our available sponsorship opportunities.

Convention Registration

Registration for the event includes all conference programming and receptions.

NBWA Member Registration Rates

  • Registrant 1 & 2 – Distributor Member/Associate Member Attendee: $749
  • Registrant 3 & 4 – DM/AM Attendee: $649
  • Registrant 5 or more – DM/AM Attendee: $549

 

Register for the Year’s Most Important Industry Event

Early bird pricing ends September 5, 2025

Retailer Registration

Please fill out the following form if you are a retailer interested in attending NBWA’s 88th Annual Convention & Trade Show! Once you’ve completed the form, the NBWA team will send you a follow-up email with instructions on registering yourself and your team.

Retailer Information Form

 

Cancellation and Refund Policy: All requests for refunds must be made in writing to gmoery@nbwa.org. A 100% refund will be made on registration cancellations received in writing by September 21, 2025. A $100 administrative fee per person will be charged on registration cancellations received in writing September 22 – October 5, 2025. No refunds will be made for registration fees after October 5, 2025.

 

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Caesars Palace Las Vegas

3570 Las Vegas Boulevard South | Paradise, NV 89109

Enjoy your stay at the official Annual Convention hotel, priced at $249 + $25 daily resort fee + taxes.

Book Your Room

The room block cut-off date is September 19, 2025. NBWA encourages you to make hotel reservations early, as the hotel will sell out quickly. Once the block is sold, rooms and rates cannot be guaranteed.

Schedule Overview

8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Registration Desk
11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. BIECC Innovation Showcase: Pitches, Panels and Presentations
4:00 – 5:30 p.m. Distributor Member Meeting — Sponsored by Wells Fargo
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. NBWA PAC Chairman’s Circle and Company Honor Roll Reception (By Invitation Only) — Sponsored by Greater Industries
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Next Generation and Emerging Leaders Reception (By Invitation Only) — Sponsored by Draftline Technologies & VXP
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. BIECC Reception — Sponsored by iSellBeer
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Welcome Reception — Sponsored by PDC/KPI Solutions
7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Registration Desk
8:00 – 9:15 a.m. Seminars
9:30 – 12:00 p.m. Opening General Session — Sponsored by Texas Capital Bank
12:00 – 4:30 p.m. Trade Show Floor Open
Evening Hospitalities
7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Registration Desk
8:00 – 9:15 a.m. Seminars
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. General Session — Sponsored by Northern Trust
12:00 – 4:30 p.m. Trade Show Floor Open
4:30 – 6:00 p.m. BREW & Alliance for Women: Making Moves — Sponsored by 3-Tier Beverages & NIQ
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. BREW & Alliance for Women in Beer: Making Moves Reception — Sponsored by VIP
7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. BREW & Alliance for Women in Beer: Continental Breakfast Available — Sponsored by Greater Industries
8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. BREW & Alliance for Women: Making Moves — Sponsored by 3-Tier Beverages & NIQ

2025 Trade Show

The NBWA Trade Show is a one-stop shop for beer industry leaders to learn about exciting beverage products and cutting-edge technology that helps your company execute.

Over three hundred exhibitors are excited to connect with attendees to share exciting beer and beverages, cutting-edge technology and valuable services that help distributors drive efficiency and grow their business.

Floor Plan and Exhibitor List

2025 Seminars

NBWA Convention seminars are a valuable opportunity for beer distributors to gain insights directly from NBWA Associate Members.

NBWA Convention Seminars

Featured Events

BIECC Innovation Showcase

Sunday, October 12 | 12:00–4:00 p.m.

Discover the Future of Distribution Technology

Join the Beer Industry Electronic Commerce Coalition (BIECC) for a rapid-fire series of product demos from leading vendors serving beer and beverage distributors. Included with your convention registration, this event features:

  • Live technology demonstrations and Q&A
  • Expert panel discussions
  • Intimate presentation format with opportunity for follow-up conversations
  • Complimentary lunch and networking opportunities

Start the day with lunch at 11:30 AM, then cap it off with the BIECC Reception from 5:30 to 6:30 PM.

4th Annual Making Moves event

October 14–15, 2025

Elevating Women. Shaping the Industry.

BREW & Alliance for Women in Beer: Making Moves is more than the year’s biggest gathering of women in beverage alcohol — it’s a strategic investment in your company’s future. Attendees receive:

  • Insights on an evolving industry from today’s brightest beverage stars
  • Strategies for building inclusive, high-performing teams
  • Access to over 250 exhibitors on NBWA’s Trade Show Floor
  • Networking opportunities across all three tiers of the industry

Registration Options:

  • Add-on for Convention attendees: $200
  • Standalone registration: $295

Annual Convention Sponsorship

Want to get your brand in front of thousands of the country’s most important distributor leaders? Learn how to get involved by clicking the link below.

Annual Convention Sponsorship Opportunities

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