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Mission Statement
The New York State Beer Wholesalers Association, Inc. represents
and protects the interests of its members in local and state
government. Our primary goal is to uphold the three-tier
system in order to safeguard the industry’s distribution
standards. We advocate responsible consumption, and sponsor
educational seminars throughout the State. We strive to
build camaraderie and foster communication amongst our members.
Background
The New York State Beer Wholesalers Association, Inc. was
incorporated as a not-for-profit business association on
March 16, 1934, in New York,
New York.
Today the Association has 49 members, all family-owned
and operated distributorships, some third generation!
Our Members are responsible corporate citizens. They actively
support neighborhood projects and programs through charitable
contributions and volunteer efforts. They employ men and
women in their local communities. Amongst our family of
beer employees are school board members, volunteer firemen,
coaches, PTA members, parents, grandparents, and neighbors.
Economic &
Employment Contributions to NY State
The beer industry is a significant contributor to
the New York State economy.
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Employees: 6,901 |
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Wages: $429,340,691 |
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Economic Contribution: $995,887,853 |
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Taxes Paid
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Federal: $191,926,283 |
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State & Local: $264,408,654 |
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TOTAL: $456,334,936 |
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Officers
| Chairman |
Dominick A. Bertoline |
| Executive Director |
Steven W. Harris, Esq. |
| Chairman-Elect |
Jeff Vukelic |
| Vice-Chairman |
Joseph Sgro |
| Treasurer |
Tom Potter |
| Secretary |
Fred Dana |
| Executive Committee At Large |
Ed Keis
Dan Dorsey |
| Immediate Past Chairman |
Larry Smith |
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