Wine and Spirits Makers Have Access to 75% of US Market May 12, 2025 – LibDib, the leading digital alcohol distribution platform, in partnership with Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC), proudly announces the expansion of RNDC On Demand to six new markets: Florida, Virginia (wine only), Washington D.C., Maryland, Colorado, Illinois, and South Carolina. This strategic rollout provides wine and spirits producers—from emerging brands to established suppliers—with more choices to access key markets through a flexible, tech-enabled distribution model. “Suppliers deserve options, and RNDC On Demand provides flexibility and control,” said Dean Parker, Director of the On Demand program for LibDib and RNDC. “Together, we’re expanding a modern path to market that empowers suppliers to grow at their own pace, backed by RNDC’s logistics and service excellence.” Powered by LibDib’s proven digita

San Jose, CA, December 3, 2024 – LibDib, the leading web-based alcohol distributor, proudly announces its recognition for “Best Technology Innovation” by Beverage Wholesaler in their prestigious Distributor Best Practices Awards. This accolade underscores LibDib's commitment to transforming the beverage alcohol industry through cutting-edge technology, specifically the company's LibTech SaaS division.  "We are absolutely thrilled to receive this recognition as it’s a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team to push the boundaries of what's possible in the beverage distribution space,” said Richard Brashears, COO of LibDib and General Manager of the LibTech Division. “Our mission has always been to transform the industry through cutting-edge technology and this recognition affirms that we have built the leading platform. The LibTech division now brings this platform to any beverage alcohol industry player.&rdquo

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Treasury Wine Estates Expands Partnership with Columbia Distributing to Grow Luxury Wine Portfolio

KENT, Washington – June 26, 2024 – Columbia Distributing today announced an extended partnership with Treasury Americas, a division of Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX: TWE), as the result of TWE’s […]

RNDC and LibDib bring platform-based distribution to a 6th major U.S. market RNDC and LibDib today announced LibDib@RNDC KY, a new RNDC sales division within the commonwealth of Kentucky. LibDib@RNDC KY brings LibDib’s platform-based distribution model to the state, allowing any and all compliant wine and spirits suppliers to secure wholesale distribution in this market. “The Kentucky market is now open to any and all wine and spirits brands,” said Don Wolz, State EVP, Kentucky for RNDC. “This model provides new market growth opportunities to all suppliers and I am thrilled to be a part of this exciting growth.” To start, LibDib@RNDC KY will open to a select group of both LibDib and RNDC wine and spirits suppliers. The sales division will then open the market to all suppliers in the coming months. Current LibDib Makers and new suppliers interested in distribution in Kentucky can express interest here and will be alerted when the market is live for distribu

Azur Associates Serves as Advisor for Natural States Distributing Company in Transaction with Republic National Distributing Company

October 23, 2023, Napa, Calif.— Napa Valley-based Azur Associates, a leader in comprehensive  fine-beverage consulting and M&A advisory, served as the exclusive advisor for Natural States  Distributing Company of Fayeteville, […]

RNDC and LibDib continue to rapidly expand platform-based distribution, offering LibDib@RNDC in a 5th major U.S. market Grand Prairie, TX, and San Jose, CA, November 16, 2022𑁋RNDC and LibDib today announced  ibDib@RNDC GA, a new RNDC sales division within the state of Georgia. LibDib@RNDC GA brings LibDib’s platform-based distribution model to the state, allowing any and all compliant wine and spirits suppliers to secure wholesale distribution in this major U.S. market. “LibDib@RNDC GA opens our market to any and all wine and spirits brands,” said Randy Hecklinski, State EVP, Georgia for RNDC. “LibDib is an incredible partner for RNDC and together we are bringing new market growth opportunities to all suppliers.”   To start, LibDib@RNDC GA is opening to a select group of both LibDib and RNDC wine and spirits suppliers. The sales division will then open the market to all suppliers in the coming months. Current LibDib Makers and new su

Expansion continues as RNDC and LibDib offer the LibDib@RNDCsales division in a 4th U.S. market and LibDib expands into 13 states  Grand Prairie, TX, and San Jose, CA, November 9, 2022𑁋RNDC and LibDib today announced LibDib@RNDC IN, a new RNDC sales division within the state of Indiana. LibDib@RNDC IN brings LibDib’s platform-based distribution model to the state, allowing any and all compliant wine and spirits suppliers to secure distribution for products in this market.  “LibDib@RNDC IN provides an exciting opportunity for all wine and spirits brands who want access to the Indiana market,” said Tom Morgan, State EVP, Indiana for RNDC. “We are excited to partner with LibDib on this endeavor to bring enhanced services to all brands and suppliers, as well as greater selection to our retail customers.” To start, LibDib@RNDC IN is opening to a select group of both LibDib and RNDC wine and spirits suppliers. The

RNDC and LibDib expand the LibDib@RNDC sales division to another key U.S. market Grand Prairie, TX, and San Jose, CA, September 19, 2022𑁋RNDC and LibDib today announced LibDib@RNDC LA, a new RNDC sales division within the state of Louisiana. LibDib@RNDC LA brings LibDib’s unique platform-based distribution model to RNDC Louisiana. This allows all compliant suppliers to secure distribution for products in the state. “It’s an exciting day in Louisiana as all brands now have a route to market in our great state,” said Dolph Parro, RNDC Executive Vice President, Louisiana. “We welcome LibDib as our partner as we expand our distribution sales models and offer enhanced services to suppliers.”   To start, LibDib@RNDC LA will open to a select group of both LibDib and RNDC wine and spirits suppliers. The sales division will then open the market to all suppliers in the coming months. Current LibDib Makers and new suppliers interested in distribution in