There’s a battle raging for the heart of the beer, wine and alcohol industries in state legislatures across the country. Alcohol wholesale distributors face legal challenges in 26 states from business interests who want to dismantle the state-regulated three-tier distribution system. And much of the wholesalers’ success – or failure – may depend on the leadership of two first-time association CEOs, fighting for the survival of their industries. Craig Wolf, CEO of the Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America and Craig Purser, CEO of the National Beer Wholesalers Association, are among a host of industry groups working to ensure the three-tier system, adopted by most states… Read More