About
This is the only national off-premise beverage retailer event that provides a space and opportunity for high-level dialogue with your peers.  You can network and share best practices to help improve your business.

BARC has track sessions, store visits, panel discussions, receptions and keynote presentations. Hundreds of retailers have attended BARC the first four years, bringing countless ideas back to their stores. If you’ve joined us in the past you know how important these shows are to our off-premise industry. Whether you're a past BARC attendee or brand new, please consider joining us!

ALSO: We will be having a Virtual BARC on June 21st! So if you can't make it to our in-person conference, sign up for our Virtual conference. As an in-person attendee, you automatically get access to the virtual conference on June 21st!

 

Top 100 Retailers

2020 Top 100 Retailers Presentation

About the Program

In 2021, Beverage Dynamics will once again recognize retailers from throughout the country who demonstrate innovation, excellent customer service and superior beverage alcohol industry knowledge. Will your store make the list?

For information on the program or to apply, visit:

 Beverage Dynamics Top 100

Sponsor BARC

FROM THE CREATORS OF BEVERAGE DYNAMICS MAGAZINE, we have sponsor opportunities for the June Beverage Alcohol Retailers Conference 2022 in Orlando! If your company is looking for opportunities to network, showcase your products and services, and improve your business with some of the industry’s best retailers, this event is a must for you!

LET’S MAKE YOUR BRAND A PART OF THE CONVERSATION!

PRODUCED BY EPG MEDIA & SPECIALTY INFORMATION

10405 Sixth Avenue N, Suite 210
Plymouth, MN 55441
763-383-4400

GENERAL INFORMATION & PRESS INQUIRES

Susan Clement
SClement@Epgmediallc.com
763-383-4454

SPONSORSHIPS

For questions related to sponsoring BARC, use the contact information below:
Sara Nath
SNath@epgmediallc.com
763-383-4410

Sponsors
Agenda
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10:00 AM
- 10:15 AM
Opening Remarks – BARC in Review
Beverage Dynamics VP Jeremy Nedelka will provide an overview of the in-person BARC event in Austin, as well as a run-down of today's virtual events.
Beverage Dynamics VP Jeremy Nedelka will provide an overview of the in-person BARC event in Austin, as well as a run-down of today's virtual events.
10:15 AM
- 11:00 AM
Retailer Panel
Three leading retailers will share information about their store operations, thoughts on the latest industry trends, and best practices that have helped them build their business.
Three leading retailers will share information about their store operations, thoughts on the latest industry trends, and best practices that have helped them build their business.
11:15 AM
- 11:40 AM
On-Premise Trends
Cheers Editor Melissa Dowling sits down with Mike Ryan, formerly of Kimpton Hotels, to talk about the latest on-premise trends and the state of the industry in general. 
Cheers Editor Melissa Dowling sits down with Mike Ryan, formerly of Kimpton Hotels, to talk about the latest on-premise trends and the state of the industry in general. 
11:45 AM
- 12:45 PM
Shipping & E-Commerce

Regulatory expert Alex Koral provides the latest information brands and retailers need to know as e-commerce continues to grow post-pandemic. And also, join Thirstie's Co-Founder & CEO, Devaraj Southworth as he discusses how Beverage Alcohol retailers can navigate the full e-commerce landscape and why it's imperative to have a multi-channel approach.

Regulatory expert Alex Koral provides the latest information brands and retailers need to know as e-commerce continues to grow post-pandemic. And also, join Thirstie's Co-Founder & CEO, Devaraj Southworth as he discusses how Beverage Alcohol retailers can navigate the full e-commerce landscape and why it's imperative to have a multi-channel approach.
12:45 PM
- 1:20 PM
Wine Education: Cru Bourgeois
The Cru Bourgeois Bordeaux classification went through a major overhaul in February 2020, but due to COVID it went largely unnoticed. Beginning with the 2018 vintage of Bordeaux from the Left Bank, the classification on the labels may look different. Robert Cavanaugh will explain the region's history and what retailers need to know when selling its wines.
The Cru Bourgeois Bordeaux classification went through a major overhaul in February 2020, but due to COVID it went largely unnoticed. Beginning with the 2018 vintage of Bordeaux from the Left Bank, the classification on the labels may look different. Robert Cavanaugh will explain the region's history and what retailers need to know when selling its wines.
1:20 PM
- 1:55 PM
Data & Insights
The latest beverage alcohol industry data, compiled by the Beverage Information Group. Includes category trends and overall sales information for the beer, wine and spirit industries. Roi Kliper from City Hive will also provide information on how retailers can utilize their data to improve their business efficiency.
The latest beverage alcohol industry data, compiled by the Beverage Information Group. Includes category trends and overall sales information for the beer, wine and spirit industries. Roi Kliper from City Hive will also provide information on how retailers can utilize their data to improve their business efficiency.
2:00 PM
- 3:05 PM
Wine Education: Bourgogne Wines
Learn about the history of this French wine region, as well as the wineries that call it home. Wine expert Marnie Old will discuss how retailers can sell the story of a wine region to customers by sharing its history and culture, in addition to tasting wine in the glass. Bourgogne Wine Ambassador Tanya Morning Star Darling will showcase wines from the region and provide additional background.
Learn about the history of this French wine region, as well as the wineries that call it home. Wine expert Marnie Old will discuss how retailers can sell the story of a wine region to customers by sharing its history and culture, in addition to tasting wine in the glass. Bourgogne Wine Ambassador Tanya Morning Star Darling will showcase wines from the region and provide additional background.
3:05 PM
- 3:30 PM
The 2021 Top 100 Retailers
This presentation will include the full list of Top 100 winners, including the top 20 rankings, induction of Twin Liquors into the Hall of Fame and naming of our new Retailer of the Year.
This presentation will include the full list of Top 100 winners, including the top 20 rankings, induction of Twin Liquors into the Hall of Fame and naming of our new Retailer of the Year.