Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America

?? Tariffs Update: The EU is hitting pause on its first wave of retaliatory tariffs against U.S. goods—pushing the start date to mid-April. ?????????? #TradePolicy #Tariffs #WineandSpirits

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While WSWA respects the administration’s efforts to secure fairer trade deals, the recently proposed 200% tariff on EU wine and spirits products directly contradicts key campaign commitment: making life more affordable for American consumers and ensuring a stable business environment for U.S. companies to thrive. ? A 200% tariff on EU wine and spirits could cost 767K+ American jobs, nearly $40 B in wages, and over $3.7 B in US tax revenue. ? A 200% tariff on EU wine and spirits could cost the U.S. nearly 125B in economic output. ? A 200% tariff on EU wine and spirits will be a deep cut to an already challenged hospitality sector.?

???? St. Patrick’s Day Whiskey Win! ???? Irish Whiskey in the $30-$49.99 price tier is thriving in the Club/Wholesale & Convenience channels, according to WSWA’s SipSource! Whether you're stocking up for a St. Patrick's Day celebration or just enjoying a smooth sip, this category is proving its luck in the market! Enjoy the holiday responsibly, friends! Sláinte! #IrishWhiskey #StPatricksDay #WhiskeyTrends #SipSource

?? Honoring Women's History Month! ?? We're continuing to spotlight the incredible women who were instrumental in the founding of WSWA’s Women’s Leadership Council (WLC). This week, we are thrilled to highlight Jessica Cyr, VP of Sales Execution at Martignetti Companies. As a former WLC Chair and founding member, Jessica's commitment to fostering growth and opportunity for women in our industry is truly inspiring. Her leadership not only champions diversity but also sets a powerful example for future leaders in our industry. ??? #WomensHistoryMonth #WSWAWLC

ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos speaks to WSWA President and CEO Francis Creighton, about how President Donald Trump’s tariffs will make consumers’ wallets lighter. ?? WATCH: https://lnkd.in/gjYKRUWd

?? #ThrowbackThursday to an incredible WSWA Access LIVE 2025! ?? We had an amazing time connecting, learning, and innovating together in the beverage industry. Don't miss out next year—registration for Access LIVE 2026 opens this summer! Stay tuned! ??? Save the date for 2026: February 2-5, Las Vegas! Be sure to follow Access LIVE for updates and announcements! #WSWA #AccessLIVE26

?? Proposed 200% Tariffs on EU Wine & Spirits Threaten U.S. Businesses and Consumers Did you know? ?? Imported wine and spirits make up 30% of the U.S. marketplace by volume and 35% by revenue according to WSWA’s SipSource. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gZBnpgKQ

?? Honoring Women's History Month! ?? This month, we're shining a light on the incredible women of WSWA’s Women’s Leadership Council (WLC) and its founding members—leaders whose dedication has driven the success of WLC and its mission to educate, elevate and empower women in the wholesale tier. Kicking off our spotlight series, we proudly feature Dina Opici Wallach, President of Opici Family Distributing and WSWA Chairwoman. Her unwavering dedication, visionary leadership and passion for progress continue to inspire and pave the way for future generations of women in our industry. ??? Stay tuned as we celebrate more remarkable women throughout the month! ?? #WomensHistoryMonth #WSWAWLC

?? Tariffs Threaten the U.S. Beverage Alcohol Industry ?? The newly implemented tariffs Mexican and Canadian products have far reaching consequences for the U.S. beverage alcohol market—impacting businesses, consumers, and industry growth. WSWA is calling for urgent action to protect jobs, innovation, and consumer choice. Read more on the potential impact and what’s at stake:?https://lnkd.in/gT6pb7uQ