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October 4, 2019
 

Today's News

Heart of America exec named board chair for national beer group

Brian Gelner, executive vice president and chief financial officer of Springfield-based Heart of America Beverage Co., was named chairman of the National Beer Wholesalers Association Board of Directors. The transition was made official during the NBWA’s annual convention late last month in Las Vegas, when Gelner presented his priorities as chairman.

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US unemployment drops to lowest since 1969

Amid signs that the global economy is slowing, America's labor market nonetheless remains strong. In September, the unemployment rate fell to 3.5%, the lowest rate since December 1969, as employers added 136,000 jobs to the US economy.

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Introduce your friends to these 5 approachable beer styles

Beer culture in America has swung back to embrace the crisp classics of Germany: pilsner, lager, and other styles low in alcohol and long on flavor. Try these 5 varieties and help change someone’s mind about beer. 

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7 problems with buying on Amazon

A millennial writer cites delivery wait times, stolen packages and damage to small business as his chief reasons for not using Amazon. While the writer claims that his preference for traditional retail makes him unique among his peers, data shows that young people increasingly prefer brick-and-mortar stores.

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Distributor Employee Spotlight 

Mike Towle
McQuade Distributing Company
Bismarck, ND

America's more than 3,000 licensed beer distribution facilities employ 141,000 men and women across the country. The NBWA Employee Spotlight Program highlights standout beer distribution employees and showcases their achievements. Nominate an employee today!