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The National Beer Wholesalers Association represents the interests of America's 3,000 licensed, independent beer and beverage distributors.

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Today we raise a glass to all the men and women who have served in our nation's armed forces. America’s beer distributors thank you for your service and sacrifice! 🇺🇸🍺

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Emerging beer distribution leaders have arrived in San Diego for NBWA's 14th Annual Next Generation Conference. Before the learning begins, attendees gave back to the community by assembling music kits for local children. Cheers to a great week on the West Coast!

Thank you to our opening night sponsors:
• BevCap Management — Welcome Reception
• ARCO Beverage Group — Next Gen Games and Music Kits

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NBWA is honored to present its 2026 Life Service Award to Don Klopcic Jr., second-generation owner and former CEO of West Side Beer Distributing in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Don served as Chairman of NBWA in 1999, playing a critical role in expanding its advocacy on behalf of independent beer distributors, and also led the Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association. His service, leadership and commitment have left a lasting mark on the beer distribution industry and his local Michigan communities.

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Happy Halloween! 🎃 America’s beer distributors have been working spooky hard all week to make sure you can enjoy your favorite drinks tonight. Celebrate responsibly and make sure you have a plan for getting home safely.

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🎃 It’s National Pumpkin Day — a great time to enjoy a delicious pumpkin beer.

Did you know?

🍺 Pumpkin beer has roots dating back to colonial America.

🎃 Today’s pumpkin beers often get much of their flavor from fall spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and clove.

🍂 The style made a major comeback during the craft beer boom and remains a seasonal favorite.

Team pumpkin beer or pass? 🍻

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NBWA was honored to welcome former President George W. Bush to our Annual Convention in Orlando. President Bush shared lessons on leadership, reflected on challenges facing our nation and reminded attendees of the enduring importance of freedom.

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Nearly 300 beer and beverage professionals gathered to share ideas and grow as leaders at the fifth annual Making Moves following NBWA's Convention.

Through two days of programming centered on the theme "Built for the Ride Ahead," attendees explored industry trends, developed their leadership skills and gained confidence to put bold ideas into action, while strengthening connections among women across all three industry tiers.

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Kudos to ABL Past-President @BobbyGreenawalt for bringing retail perspective to the “Turning Occasions into Cases” conversation at the @NBWA Annual Convention. #beer

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We are excited to announce NBWA’s 2026-2027 Board Chair: Luke Dahlheimer, President of Dahlheimer Beverage.

Luke is a third-generation distributor, community leader and former firefighter. He brings extensive industry experience, including serving three terms as chair of the Minnesota Beer Wholesalers Association.

“Let’s continue to show the country what independent beverage distributors have always done best: connect people, build communities, and deliver value every single day,” he told attendees at NBWA’s 89th Annual Convention.

Cheers to Luke and the year ahead!

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If you weren’t at the #NBWA2026 Product Showcase…you missed the most exciting beer and beverage expo of the year 🍻

Make sure to save the date for next year’s trade show, Oct. 5-8 in Las Vegas.

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“Beer connects us.” In his final remarks as NBWA Chair, Steve Beykirch reflected on beer's ability to bring people together and urged distributors to continue creating opportunities for meaningful in-person connection.

“Beer is one of the best reasons people put down the phone and actually show up. In a world that keeps finding new ways to keep people apart, let's give friends and family more reasons to connect over a beer.”

Thank you for your leadership, Steve!

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Innovation, new connections and a celebration of the beer industry kicked off NBWA’s 89th Annual Convention & Product Showcase.

• The second annual BIECC Innovation Showcase delivered a fast-paced look at the future of beer distribution

• Rain didn’t dampen the energy at our Welcome Reception, sponsored by Ohanafy, where more than 1,000 beverage leaders shared beers and stories

• Distributor members heard expert insights on the biggest legal, political and industry issues of the day

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We’re ready to welcome the beer and beverage industry to Orlando! It’s going to be a great week in the sunshine state 🍻🦩

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At NBWA's Annual Convention next week, don't miss our newly announced panel on turning successful occasions into sustainable volume.

Leaders from across the beer industry will discuss on-premise momentum, beer's unique ability to bring people together, and how social occasions like live sports and community events can help drive category growth.

Not registered? There's still time to reserve your spot in Orlando for the industry's most important event.

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Register at https://t.co/p7g92RDYuB

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The countdown is on ⏳ In just one week, 1,800 beer and beverage leaders will fill the NBWA Product Showcase floor in Orlando.

Don't miss your chance to see what's new and what's next, while making valuable connections that move your business forward.

Haven't booked your spot? There's still time to join the industry's biggest week ⬇️

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Big news: NBWA's Product Showcase is 99% sold out.

On Oct. 12, NBWA's largest one-day exhibit floor in more than a decade will feature 165 vendors, including 75 companies showcasing consumable products ranging from beer and spirits to energy drinks and snack foods.

If you haven't booked your spot in Orlando, there's still time to join 1,800 beer and beverage professionals at the industry's premier gathering.

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As consumer demand evolves and beverage categories continue to overlap, distributors are navigating new opportunities across beer, spirits, RTDs, NAs and beyond.

Join these distributor leaders at NBWA’s 89th Annual Convention & Product Showcase for The Great Convergence panel, where they will share how they’re approaching these shifts in their markets and what they believe is next for beer and beverage distribution.

Hear this session and more, October 11-14 in Orlando, FL. Register now at https://t.co/gMjsYXiDtz

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Prost to Oktoberfest season!

Today marks the start of one of beer’s most celebrated traditions. As Oktoberfest festivities kick off around the world, we’re raising a stein to the beer and beverage distributors who help bring seasonal favorites to communities nationwide.

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This 103-year-old ramen chef's secret to a happy life? "Drinking a beer every night." Watch the video on @CNN: https://t.co/NEVwVZVe99