Since the RNDC / Reyes announcement, I’ve received several messages asking the same question: What does this mean for LibDib? The short answer is this: LibDib was a distributor before we partnered with RNDC, and we continue to be a distributor going forward. RNDC exited California, but LibDib continues to operate in California and other markets. Our business does not hinge on one partner, one market, or one structure. From day one, our model was built to be flexible, compliant, and durable — allowing us to nimbly partner with 3PLs, all distributors, and other fulfillment solutions to ensure brands can get to market legally and efficiently. However. Will there be changes? Yes. Will there be shifts in how business is done? Absolutely. For anyone watching what’s happening in the middle tier right now — this is the new reality. Consolidation, portfolio reshuffling, exits, and strategic pivots are no longer edge cases. They are becoming the de facto operating en

LibTech’s new Supplier Cloud makes it easy to manage brands, engage Distributors, and enhance product data–all in one hub SAN JOSE, CA – August 26, 2025 – LibTech, the SaaS division of LibDib, today announced Supplier Cloud, a new platform purpose-built for the beverage alcohol industry. Supplier Cloud is backed by AI-driven content management, allowing Suppliers to manage brands, engage Distributors, and enhance product data with speed and efficiency.  “Today marks a new era of onboarding, presenting, and maintaining brand information across markets, Distributors and Customers,” said Richard Brashears, General Manager of LibTech. “Supplier Cloud simplifies portfolio management across the entire distribution network. It’s smart, scalable, and built specifically for our industry.” Over the past decade, LibTech’s experienced engineering team has driven the growth of emerging brands by solving complex challenges uniqu

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

Afternoon Brief, June 19th

Point Fire Update: Ag Pass Activated, Poor Air Quality Expected: Sonoma County officials have activated the county's Agricultural Pass system. The Ag Pass program allows workers to access areas under mandatory evacuation orders...

Join Andavi Solutions - Industry Connect Webinar Series - May 6th we will host a live webinar with industry leaders as they discuss the challenges of effectively communicating goals, progress, and outcomes across all levels within the three-tier industry. Additionally, we'll explore best practices for clear information sharing to enhance collaboration seamlessly. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6017134650795/WN_VkXyx-PVQ72HgTNhSPquBQ  https://lnkd.in/gNNAagir 

Afternoon Brief, April 5th

New Information Pipped to Emerge in Château Miraval Case: An ongoing legal case between former spouses Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie concerning the Château Miraval estate could take a very different turn if a new request from Jolie is approved...

Afternoon Brief, February 19th

US Grocer Merger Could Mean Less Shelf Space for Wine: Two giant retailers are proposing a merger. If it goes ahead, it could have a significant impact on the American wine market...