Who We Are
The Georgia Beer Wholesalers Association
(GBWA) represents the 42 distinct wholesale beer distributors
in Georgia. Our wholesalers directly employ nearly 3,000 Georgians.
We make a major impact on the state economy through our purchase
and operation of trucks, warehouses, computers, and many other
capital items.
The Three-Tier System
The GBWA is a critical link in the three-tier system. Wholesalers
buy products from the brewers, store it, sell it and deliver
it to all licensed retailers:
This system has evolved over the years with three principle
goals:
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To protect the safety, health, and welfare
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To foster vigorous and healthy interbrand competition
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To provide an orderly system of accountability,
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Wholesalers & Their Communities
Each year the GBWA awards three college
scholarships on the basis of financial need, academic
achievement and community involvement.
Individual wholesalers provide a range of community services
free of charge:
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Alcohol server training to employees of clubs, hotels,
bars, and restaurants.
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Training in ID verification for employees of grocery,
convenience, and package stores.
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Speakers and educational materials to high school
and college students and their parents.
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Alcohol awareness promotions through public service
announcements in radio, television, and newspaper ads.
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3015 Piedmont Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30305
phone: 404.231.4292
fax: 404.231.3823
gbwa@bellsouth.net
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Georgia's beer wholesalers have spent over a half-million
dollars on alcohol awareness programs.
These efforts show results: Government statistics show
continued reduction in underage drinking, alcohol-related
auto accidents and binge drinking.
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Read more about
the GBWA and its history.
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