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Solid session with real questions with small and medium sized wine, beer and spirits brands on sales and distribution.

Wondering how to craft a #BusinessContinuity program from scratch? 🌐 👉 John Liuzzi shares how he did just that for the world’s largest wine and spirits distributor. Discover how he tackled the complexities of a global supply chain and maintains 24/7 situational intelligence for Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits. 🎙️ https://bit.ly/4ai0RVc

Here is the video of our latest webinar with USA's wine buyers: How to Pitch Wine Brands Effectively to USA Wine Buyers. This session features industry leaders Bob Paulinski, MW, Michael Mighetto Hoefling, Dejah S. Overby CS, CSWS, WSET ll and Paul Baldi. The call is a Q and A format call where we answer more than 15 questions directly from winemakers and brand owners. Watch the video on USA Ratings website here.

Unpacking The Beverage Industry. Can you win a negotiation and still have a good relationship afterwards? If you approach your negotiation with the beverage company like a fight, you will end up losing in the long run. At Enliven, we strive to create win-win situations. Our goal is to save you money while also giving you access to beverage companies resources that typically remain untapped and are reserved only for true strategic partners. Having access to the beverage company's resources can benefit you greatly in the long run Contact us today to learn more. #beverageindustry #beverage #negotiations #expertise #beveragedeal #beverageagreement #exclusivepouringrights

Inside the USA Trade Tasting Experience! At USA Trade Tasting, we’re not just another trade show – we’re where business growth begins. As Sid Patel, CEO of Beverage Trade Network and USA Trade Tasting, shares, “Our goal is to provide actionable insights to help you grow your business.” From masterclasses led by sommeliers, national beverage directors, and top buyers, to sit-down tastings directly with winemakers and distillers, USATT is packed with valuable, real-world knowledge. Hear from exhibitors like Bespoken Spirits Inc., Chateau Beauportail, and Prima Pavé, sharing their unique products and innovations. Whether you're a startup or an established brand, this is your chance to learn, network, and avoid costly mistakes. Lisa Black, MBA | Kate Danaj Join us at USATT 2025 and experience it firsthand. Don’t miss out on connecting with importers, distributors, and key buyers across the U.S. — this is your platform to shine! 👉 Ready to grow your brand? Visit usatradetasting.com to secure your spot in May 2025! #USATT #TradeShow #BeverageIndustry #WineAndSpirits #BusinessGrowth #Networking #Importers #Distributors

Getting your brand ready for the US market means understanding what importers need and how to meet those needs. In the US, foreign wine and spirits brands can’t sell directly to distributors or retailers—they need an importer first. This is all part of the complex Three Tier System. In this post, we share our top 5 tips for securing a US importer for your brand. Hey #importers, what stands out most to you when considering new brands? Share your thoughts! Read the article - https://lnkd.in/ddraWfGJ Sommeliers Choice Awards I Sommelier Business I Sid Patel

#DYK that only 14,191 stores in #CA can sell spirits-based #RTDs, whereas over 28,000 stores can sell malt- & wine-based RTDs? It is UNFAIR to force spirits lovers to make a special trip for their fav spirits products. Tell your #CA Reps to support SB 277, to allowing spirits RTDs to be sold under the same license used for beer and wine!

Alcohol trends have changed substantially over the last few years. Join the webinar to know more about how today's consumer is different.

Leave it to me to be excited to attend this workshop tomorrow ;) This in-person course gives an overview of the history of alcoholic beverage law and regulation, focusing on direct-to-consumer and wholesale licensing for a California winery. An opportunity to learn about the interconnected licenses, permits, and fees required to fulfill direct-to-consumer and wholesale wine sales outside the state of California. Sonoma State University Wine Business Institute #winecompliance #compliancedata

CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: 2024 DtC benchmarking underway Direct-to-consumer (DtC) sales is getting more competitive and knowing what the benchmarks are has never been more important. Wine Business Solutions' annual DtC benchmarking is now underway and this year's survey focuses on what tools are best for growing your wine sales. Learn more and take the survey: https://lnkd.in/dVidjFah #winebusinesssolutions #winebusiness #southafricanwine