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

Wine and spirits distributors do not always get full credit for their myriad of services offered.  With portfolios bursting at the seams, their role in the 3-tier system is difficult. We at Andavi Solutions would like to recognize some of the critical functions distributors perform on behalf of their supplier partners.  1) Training and Education Distributor sales teams include some of the most highly trained professionals in the industry. The training opportunities distributors provide are not solely for internal stakeholders. They also play a critical role in the education and training of their supplier partners.  It is sad but true to say that many brand owners do not properly train their people, and by default, distributors end up picking up the slack. Another vital area of training distributors provide is forecasting and inventory management (more on this below).  Distributors do a lot of staff training (far more than most suppliers), and they don&rs

Baker & Hamilton Extends Reach with New Distribution Partners in Texas, Michigan, and California

(January 9, 2024; Oakville, CA)—Baker & Hamilton, an esteemed Napa Valley producer of limited production Cabernet Sauvignon from the Phillips family’s historic estate in Oakville, is pleased to announce its […]

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

Shaping the future of wine and spirits sales The new year is fast approaching, and the speed of change in wine and spirits sales has never been more startling. Many wine and spirits companies are operating if little has changed, and unfortunately, this is causing a significant separation between those who keep pace and those who fall far behind.  So that you can stay ahead of the curve and on top of trends, we’ve assembled a list of what we see as the top six trends to know. 1. “Digital” 3-tier comes of age The neon “no vacancy” sign has been flashing for years regarding wineries and distilleries trying to wedge their way into distributor portfolios. Distributors large, medium, and small are all at total capacity. We constantly hear stories from suppliers being turned away.  To say that wholesalers have reached “maximum capacity” would be a colossal understatement. But the good news is that alternatives DO exist. Consider exploring t

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