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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 14, 2013
INDIANA ASSOCIATION OF BEVERAGE RETAILERS WELCOMES NEW PRESIDENT/CEO AND OFFICERS Contributions made by industry leaders recognized at Trade Show INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Association of Beverage Retailers (IABR) recently honored the contributions of its members and leaders during the annual Beer, Wine & Spirits Trade Show. During the event, the Association welcomed a new president and CEO in addition to new officers, recognized the dedication and contributions made by its members and presented recently retired president and CEO John Livengood with a special tribute. The annual event marked the first trade show under the leadership of new president and CEO Patrick T. Tamm, who started on September 1, 2013 after a year–long search to fill the position. Tamm previously served as the government affairs director for the IABR from 2000 to 2004. After his tenure working on the Association’s behalf, Tamm went to the law firm of Ice Miller where he represented businesses, trade associations, municipalities and nonprofit organizations in addition to various utilities, technology and professional services firms in their interactions with the state. From there, Tamm moved on to work with former clients in the engineering and construction industries. During this time, Tamm led the explosive growth of Bernardin Lochmueller & Associates in the central Indiana marketplace and an expansion into a multiple state region for construction management firm, Gilbane Building Company. “Through his strong leadership skills and by working with us in the past, Patrick definitely has the tools needed to understand IABR’s challenges while capitalizing on our opportunities,” said Steve Kohrman, owner of Cedar Creek Carry Out in Grabil, Ind. and newly elected IABR chairman of the board. “As a second generation owner and board member, I’m honored to serve as the new chairman of IABR,” said Kohrman of his new role within the Association. In addition to Kohrman, newly elected officers include John Fangman from Liquorland based in Indianapolis, as vice chair and John Cunningham from Kork & Keg based in Frankfort, Ind. as treasurer. Industry leaders recognized during the annual trade show, included retiring chairman, Greg Boesch from Bedrock Liquors based in Lafayette, Ind. for his efforts leading the Association during his two‐year term as chairman of the board. Additionally, Jon Sinder from Crown Liquors in Indianapolis was named IABR Retailer of the Year for his dedication to community service and involvement. Sinder accepted his award saying, “I’m very proud to have been named the IABR’s Retailer of the Year and equally as proud to be engaged in a highly responsible system of retail liquor sales. Package stores have long played an important role in keeping Indiana safe as measured by alcohol related fatalities and accidents. We make a positive difference in our community.” The most esteemed honor, the IABR Lifetime Achievement Award, was presented to IABR past president and CEO, John Livengood. During his 23‐year tenure, John was instrumental in the passage of legislation allowing sampling in package and defeating legislation that would have expanded access by minors to alcohol outlets. Livengood officially retired at the end of August and continues to work with IABR in a consultant capacity.
About the Indiana Association of Beverage Retailers The Indiana Association of Beverage Retailers is a statewide membership group for package store owners licensed and regulated by the state of Indiana. Founded in 1936, the association’s mission is to protect, promote and improve the package store industry in Indiana. The association is also a partner with Project RAD (Responsible Alcohol Distribution).
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