Honoring the Beer Growth Brand Award Winners M
The 74th Annual NBWA Convention and Trade Show
embers of the National Beer Wholesalers Association met in Las Vegas in mid-October to focus on
industry changes, challenges and opportunities. Representatives of the Beverage Information Group and Cheers were there to recognize the 2011 Growth Brand Award winners for beer.
More than 275 exhibitors showcased their new products
and services in the event's trade show, including non-alcoholic beverages, warehousing technology, fuel management systems and promotional products. Th e photos that follow represent some of the brands and their executives that accepted their awards at the NBWA event.
From Heineken USA: Steve Ward, vice president of national accounts; and Scott Blazek, senior vice president of sales.
Megan Van Dyke of Encore Planning and Jeannie Garavaglia, manager of meetings and events for MillerCoors.
Pabst Brewing Company's COO Chris Steffanci.
From Diageo-Guinness USA: Ty Gilmore, vice president of sales West; and Kevin Furphy, sales director of California.
Yuengling USA's CEO Dan Yuengling.
Anheuser-Busch InBev retail sales director Billy Bogers.
From New Belgium Brewing: Kim Jordan, CEO; and Greg Breen, sales manager.
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From Phusion Projects: Jason Freeman, vice president of communications; Jeff Wright, co-founder; and Chris Hunter, partner.
MillerCoors director of sales and distributor communications Mike Hennick.
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