Michigan’s beer and wine distributors mobilize in preparation for Super Bowl sales surge

February 8, 2024

Independent, local beer and wine distributors go the extra yard to keep the Super Bowl spirit flowing

CLINTON TWP., Mich. – As the excitement builds for Super Bowl LVIII, beer and wine distributors across Michigan are gearing up for what is the No. 6 day for beer sales in the United States.

 

“The Super Bowl is always a fun-filled day and our team works hard each year around this time to help ensure everyone can enjoy the game with their beverage of choice in hand,” said Brad Petitpren, president of Petitpren Inc. “We’re excited to again infuse the spirit of the Super Bowl into marketing strategies and engage consumers.”
 

Petitpren noted that beer and wine distribution is a vibrant, dynamic industry. Distributors not only warehouse, sell, package, and deliver beer and wine to licensed retailers but also actively contribute to brand promotion and growth through strategic sales and impactful point-of-sale advertising, as well as innovative merchandising.

 

From towering stacks of cases of beer adorned with team colors to intricately designed endcap displays featuring football paraphernalia, distributors highlight the wide selection of beverage choices and foster a sense of camaraderie and celebration ahead of the big game.

 

"For beer and wine distributors, the Super Bowl represents not just a game day but a culmination of weeks of preparation and strategic planning," said Taylor Ickes, HR manager of Petitpren Inc. "We take pride in enriching the consumer experience and driving success in an ever-evolving market."

 

As the final touches are being put in place for Super Bowl LVIII, beer and wine distributors stand ready, poised to deliver an unforgettable game day experience for fans across Michigan.


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