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Our M1 Beer Distribution Network is Working as One To:
Coordinate beer ordering.
Reduce drop points and costs by coordinating shipping and deliveries.
Balance inventory throughout the state and assist in returning kegs.
Establish relationships with key on and off premise chain contacts.
Facilitate training, coordinate statewide initiatives and meetings.
Share marketing materials and pull re-courses together to utilize specialty media throughout the state.
Identify target lists of accounts that pair with your unique brand story.
Use our deep rooted community ties to be a part of the local conversation, tying your brand in with events, festivals and major venues.
Maintain individuality of your brand and communicate your brand story.
Deliver on the philosophy of RIGHT BEER— RIGHT ACCOUNT.
A Few Facts About our M1 Network
The M1 Network employs over 1,200 people in the State of Michigan.
177 people that are Cicerone Beer Server Certified with many more moving to the next level.
44 people throughout the M1 network calling on Off Premise Chains.
47 Reset Specialists are have gone through extensive Space Planning training.
46 Draft Tech/Special Events coordinators tend to major venues, festivals and fairs throughout the state in the M1 Network.
Elected Officers
President: Kit Wanty-Lambert O&W, Inc.
Vice President: Nick Lee Alpena Beverage
Treasuer: Jason Howard IHS Distributing
Secretary: Joanie O'Sullivan Butler JP O'Sullivan Distributing
Board of Directors
Brenden Gary - Allicance Beverage
Paul Quasarano - Eastown Distributing
Jeff Bright - Premium Distributing
Brian Ransom - Dan Henry Distributing