Sailing Into September

September sails in on the winds of a shift: Summer is almost over and it’s time to get down to business. Seasonal (not-quite-yet-fall) tastings are already showing up on our schedule. Make sure we know, wholesalers and suppliers, where you will be showcasing your portfolios for trade accounts in our markets (CT and RI, that is).

Drinks innovation takes the cover with a range of topics in a multipage feature that spans the national content. Individuals and organizations whose efforts stand out for blazing a trail for others to follow come from every corner of the industry, working toward addressing a wide range of industry issues. Locally , September brings that back-to-school vibe to all of our lives, including the renewed legislative session. Trade associations offer connective links to how best stay informed and rally as needed for your business interests at the state capitol. We share our pages with three in the Nutmeg State each month: the Connecticut Package Stores Association, the Indian American Package Store Owners Association and the Connecticut Restaurant Association. And two in the Ocean State: the Rhode Island Hospitality Association and the Rhode Island Liquor Operators Collaborative. Be sure to read their monthly columns and check out their respective sites for membership information. We look at wine education and why it matters to your career, with insight into an elite certification program. And notes about on-premise planning : it’s how you ready the season’s switch. In local news, Connecticut and Rhode Island offered a flurry of festivals, fetes and feasts. Those summer photo ops amid beautiful settings showcase just how busy things really got! Our photogs capture the magic of our industry every month, so let's share it far and wide.

As we head back into business mode, remember we are here for you! Whether it’s elevating your wholesaler portfolio, supporting a brand launch or enhancing your digital footprint by being featured in our news as a Retail Review store showcase or Serving Up cocktail recipe feature (see September by clicking), just reach out.