Quality Jobs in Nebraska's Beer Distribution Industry Highlighted This Labor Day

7 Sep 2016

Employment

As Americans prepare to celebrate Labor Day, the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) and Nebraska's independent beer distributors are recognizing beer distribution industry employees whose work positively impacts the national and state economies.

"From truck drivers to graphic artists and sales representatives, America's beer distribution employees work day in and day out to make this the best beer market in the world," said NBWA President and CEO Craig Purser.

According to the economic impact report America's Beer Distributors: Fueling Jobs, Generating Economic Growth & Delivering Value to Local Communities, more than 3,000 beer distribution facilities directly employ 135,000 men and women in communities across the country.

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