APRIL 3 – 6, 2022
Over 500 independent beer distributors from across the country attended the National Beer Wholesalers Association’s (NBWA) first in-person Legislative Conference since 2019. During the conference, beer distributors met with over 300 Capitol Hill offices to advocate on issues impacting the beer industry and their businesses, including the importance of the three-tier system, ongoing challenges related to workforce retention and recruitment as well as differentiation between types of alcohol.
Don't forget to mark your calendars for next year's NBWA Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C. on April 23 - 26, 2023!
"NBWA’s Legislative Conference is a chance to come together in our nation’s capital, where we can gather over a cold brew and discuss our legislative priorities."
Policy Issues Briefings
NBWA’s team of federal policy experts will give you an in-depth analysis on legislative issues that are of importance to the beer distribution industry.
Connect with Congress
Meet with lawmakers to advocate for your business and educate them on pressing issues facing the industry.
Speakers
Charlie Cook
Founder of The Cook Political Report
Political Analyst for the National Journal
Renowned political analyst, Charlie Cook, is the founder of the Cook Political Report, an independent, non-partisan political newsletter analyzing U.S. elections and domestic political trends. From the main stage, he will provide expert analysis of the upcoming 2022 congressional races and the impact the elections will have on the power dynamics in Washington.
Hon. Josh Gottheimer
Congressman (D-NJ)
Co-Chair, Problem Solvers Caucus
We will be hearing from the Co-Chairs of the Problem Solvers Caucus, Congressmen Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA). Beginning in 2017, the Problem Solvers Caucus became an independent member-driven group in Congress, comprised of representatives from across the country – equally divided between Democrats and Republicans – committed to finding common ground on many of the key issues facing the nation.
Hon. Brian Fitzpatrick
Congressman (R-PA)
Co-Chair, Problem Solvers Caucus
We will be hearing from the Co-Chairs of the Problem Solvers Caucus, Congressmen Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA). Beginning in 2017, the Problem Solvers Caucus became an independent member-driven group in Congress, comprised of representatives from across the country – equally divided between Democrats and Republicans – committed to finding common ground on many of the key issues facing the nation.
Laurie Knight
Executive Vice President, Government Affairs
NBWA
Laurie Knight will join NBWA President and CEO Craig Purser to provide an update on the pressing policy issues making up the advocacy agenda for this year’s Legislative Conference. Laurie was once again named one of the nation’s top lobbyists by The Hill newspaper.
Craig A. Purser
President & CEO
NBWA
Craig Purser will provide an industry update and discuss the policy issues impacting beer distributors. Purser continues to be recognized as a leading advocate in Washington. He again was honored as one of the nation’s top lobbyists by The Hill newspaper.
Peter Heimark
President
Heimark Distributing
NBWA Chairman Peter Heimark will welcome attendees and give an update on NBWA’s work to strengthen the beer distribution industry.
John Bodnovich
Executive Director
American Beverage Licensees
Justin Kissinger
CEO
Worldwide Brewing Alliance
Jim McGreevy
President and CEO
Beer Institute
David M. Wulf
Deputy Administrator
Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB)
The Hyatt Regency
400 New Jersey Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20001
(800) 233-1234
Highlights
"The next generation of beer distribution leaders must remain politically engaged. The Legislative Conference will help boost advocacy efforts for our companies and our industry.”
- Blair Watson, Brown Distributing Company
“I come to DC to help lawmakers understand the issues that are important to family-owned businesses like mine. Nothing beats the face-to-face connection.”
- Tate Russell, Kentucky Eagle Inc.
CANCELLATION POLICY: All requests for refunds must be made in writing. Telephone requests cannot be honored. You must send written notification of cancellation to Jenna Sugg by email at jsugg@nbwa.org. A 100% refund will be made on registration cancellations received in writing by March 11, 2022. A $100 administration fee per person will be charged on registration cancellations received in writing March 12 through March 28, 2022. No refunds will be made after March 28, 2022.