NJ LICENSED BEVERAGE ASSOCIATION APPOINTS NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Diane M. Weiss has been appointed Executive Director of the New Jersey Licensed Beverage Association (NJLBA) by the association’s executive committee. It has been over seven years since the association has had a new director. The appointment took effect on January 1, 2010. NJLBA represents over 6,000 licensees throughout New Jersey.
“I am very enthusiastic about the appointment”, states Weiss. “These are important times for the industry and the association has many challenging plans for new levels of growth, development and responsiveness to our members. I look forward to playing a key role.” [continue reading...]

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What Happened to Main Street USA?

Several generations ago, The American dream could be realized by opening your own business. Operating a business required long hours and dedication but provided rewards… Main Street was filled with Mom and Pop operations that kept towns alive. Hardware stores, barbers, small grocery markets, restaurants and taverns were the rule.

Today, most if those small businesses have been driven out of business by competition from “big box” companies. Commerce has moved to the strip malls and highway mega-stores. The only part of the American dream left is the alcohol beverage retailer, the heart of the hospitality industry.

Over the years, the neo-prohibitionists have proposed more and more restrictions and legislation that are meant to curtail the ability of the individual entrepreneur to survive

For over 77 years the New Jersey Licensed Beverage Association has represented the on premise licensees in their fight to stay in business. Hundreds of legislative bills are introduced each Legislative session which must be fought. Devoted lobbyists in Trenton and Washington are working to protect your bottom line.

The annual dues of $225.00 are a small investment to insure your business from over-bearing regulations and over zealous legislation. Being in business is hard enough. Don’t try doing it alone.

Being an Association member allows you to receive superior products at competitive prices. Discounts from our Allied Members are available. Membership in NJLBA doesn’t cost, it pays handsome dividends.

Join today!

May Is Tavern Month The Friendliest Place in Town NJLBA MISSION STATEMENT The NJLBA is a statewide trade association representing on-premise licensees, educating and advising its membership as to proper and profitable trade practices. The NJLBA is the voice of its members to the Legislature, the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control, and other governmental agencies, wholesalers, distillers, brewers, news media and the general public, thereby creating a positive and professional image for the industry.   NJLBA endorses the "John R. Elliot HERO Campaign"