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Mission Statement

 

The purpose of the National Beer Wholesalers Association is to provide leadership which enhances the independent beer distribution industry; to advocate before government and the public; to encourage the responsible consumption of alcohol; and to provide programs and services that will benefit its members.

  • What Is a Beer Distributor?

    America's beer distributors may be most recognizable as the people driving beer trucks down your local streets, delivering beer to neighborhood stores and bars. But there’s much more than meets the eye − independent beer distributors are licensed by both the federal and state governments and help brewers and importers of all sizes grow by delivering a wide selection of brands to retailers through a safe, transparent and accountable system.

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  • Annual Report

    The NBWA 2018-2019 Report provides an update on the association’s activities, including NBWA’s advocacy initiatives and membership programs.

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  • Meet the Staff

    Executive Office
    Craig Purser
    President & CEO
    Craig Purser
    Wendy Huerter
    Executive Assistant
    Federal Affairs
    Laurie Knight
    Executive Vice President, Government Affairs
    Laurie Knight
    Linda Auglis
    Senior Director, Political Affairs
    Linda Auglis
    Brittanny Meierling
    Senior Director, Federal Affairs
    Brittanny Meierling
    Kate Beaulieu
    Director, Federal Affairs
    Kate Beaulieu
    Eric Bunning
    Director, Federal Affairs
    Elizabeth Baker
    Federal Affairs Assistant
    Legal & Industry Affairs
    Paul Pisano
    Senior Vice President, Industry Affairs and General Counsel
    Paul Pisano
    David Christman
    Vice President, State Affairs
    David Christman
    Lester Jones
    Chief Economist
    Lester Jones
    Sarah Lamson
    Industry Affairs Assistant
    Communications & Public Affairs
    Lauren Kane
    Vice President of Communications
    Lauren Kane
    Allison Schneider
    Senior Director, Communications
    Annele Jones
    Public Affairs Assistant
    Membership & Meetings
    Patti Rouzie
    Vice President, Membership and Meetings
    Patti Rouzie
    Tracey Anderson
    Senior Director, Meetings and Events
    Jackie Furdyna
    Manager, Membership Development
    Jenna Sugg
    Coordinator, Membership and Meetings
    Finance & Administration
    Kimberly McKinnish, CPA
    Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
    Kimberly McKinnish, CPA
    Rita Figueiredo
    Accounting and HR Manager
    Margaret “Cos” Manner
    Senior Director, Information Systems
    Tiffany Bennett
    Receptionist

  • Careers at NBWA

    The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) values professionalism, integrity, teamwork and service. We hire outstanding people, provide opportunities to excel and recognize both individual and group achievements. Our friendly work environment allows for personal and professional development. Washingtonian Magazine has named NBWA as one of 50 great places to work in the Washington, D.C., area.

    NBWA strives to hire people who are highly qualified to meet the association's current and future needs. Throughout the selection process, efforts are made to match a candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and career goals to the association's job opportunities and requirements.
    Executive Assistant to the President

    The National Beer Wholesalers Association is seeking an Executive Assistant to the President.

    The Executive Assistant works to maximize the President’s time and productivity while promoting a positive association image. The EA serves as a liaison with association stakeholders supporting relationships between the president, the executive team, association staff, the board of directors, association members and policymakers.

    Candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and be a detail and deadline-oriented multitasker with proficient problem solving and analytical abilities. Candidates should be well organized and have good interpersonal skills with the ability to retain a high level of discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential matters.

    Undergraduate degree required. High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite to include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint. Adept in technology and experience in calendar management including coordination of travel arrangements.     

    Interested candidates should forward a cover letter and resume to careers@nbwa.org.

    No phone calls please.

  • Contact NBWA

    National Beer Wholesalers Association
    1101 King St. Ste 600 Alexandria, VA 22314
    p. 703-683-4300 Toll-free: 800-300-6417
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