Outstanding Bar, Tavern and Package Beverage Store Owners Honored by National Trade Association
BETHESDA, MD – American Beverage Licensees (ABL) proudly recognized the 2024 ABL Retailers of the Year at its Annual Meeting held in San Antonio, Texas on July 27-29. These prestigious awards honor beverage licensees who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and community engagement in the beverage alcohol industry.
This year’s award recipients were celebrated for their commitment to excellence, innovative practices, and significant contributions to their local communities. Their efforts have not only enhanced their businesses but have also strengthened the broader beverage alcohol industry by setting high standards for customer service and responsible retailing.
“Each of these retailers exemplifies the spirit of entrepreneurship and dedication that drives the beverage alcohol industry forward,” said ABL Executive Director John Bodnovich. “They are leaders in their communities and advocates for our industry, showing how responsible and successful beverage retailing can make a positive impact both locally and nationally. ABL is proud to honor them for their achievements and their ongoing commitment to excellence.”
The 2024 ABL Retailers of the Year are:
- Alana Sasser | The Rabbit Hole | Tuscaloosa, AL
- Chris Carran | Locals Liquors | Silverthorne, CO
- Dwight Pardue | Olde Crabapple Bottle Shoppe | Alpharetta, GA
- Eddie Cruz | Jensen’s Liquors | Miami, FL
- Marty Jansen & Ryan Jansen | Orchard Inn Effingham, IL
- Charles Eberhardt | Community Spirits | Indianapolis, IN
- Joseph Carolan | Casa Mia’s Restaurant | Baltimore, MD
- Tushar Vadadoriya | JB Liquors | District Heights, MD
- Peter Balboni | Pioppi’s Package Store | Plymouth, MA
- Thomas Davis | Drunk’n Miner Copper Spirits Casino | Butte, MT
- Sean C. Negrin | Roselle Park Wines & Spirits | Roselle Park, NJ
- Jan & Mark Malik | Malik’s Fine Wine & Spirits | Warren, RI
- Larry Brenneman | BB Beverage, Inc. | Myrtle Beach, SC
- Thad Cox | Ashe’s Wines & Spirits | Knoxville, TN
- Justin Hamilton & Rebecca Drury | Spanky’s Liquor | Ingleside, TX
- Kris Zappa | Bourbon’s Bar | Cumberland, WI
- Cody Bateman | Discount Liquor | Evanston, WY
The 2024 Retailers of the Year were selected by ABL state affiliates from across the country, and represent the diversity of the retail tier of the beverage alcohol industry. Their recognition underscores the vital role that independent retailers play in the fabric of their communities and in the national economy.
The ABL Annual Meeting in San Antonio provided a fitting backdrop for celebrating successul beverage businesses, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss the most pressing issues facing the beverage alcohol industry today. The meeting highlighted the importance of collaboration, innovation, and advocacy in shaping the future of the industry.
ABL congratulates all of the honored businesses and licensees for their outstanding and continued contributions to their communities and the beverage alcohol the industry.