Associate Membership

Associate membership in the MB&WWA is available to suppliers, vendors, and other entities that provide goods and services directly to licensed beer and wine distributors. It is the best way to connect with beer and wine distributors across Michigan. Suppliers, marketing, trucking, recycling, and other industry vendors are encouraged to engage.

Be a key player in Michigan's vibrant beer and wine distribution community and become an associate member today!

Membership Investment

  • Over 200,000 barrels sold in Michigan: $860

  • Under 200,000 barrels sold in Michigan: $325

  • 3,785,000 liters or more sold in Michigan: $860

  • 0 to 946,249 liters sold in Michigan: $325

  • All Other Suppliers: $325

Dues are billed annually in mid-November and are due by January 1.

Membership Benefit Opportunities

  • Save time and money, stay compliant, and protect your future by partnering with MBWWA Services, Inc. for an array of programs and services.

  • A significant 65% discount for the Salesperson Certificate Program.

  • Expert guidance on Michigan’s alcohol laws and regulations.

  • Exposure for your company and brand, directing visitors to your website to learn more about your work, via your logo on the MB&WWA website.

  • Opportunities to spotlight your company in our bi-weekly distributor member newsletter.

  • Attend two annual Conventions and a Holiday Luncheon.

  • Sponsor Convention(s) and be featured in all event materials and signage, verbally recognized throughout the event, and receive an event sponsor ribbon on your name badge.

Become an MB&WWA associate member today!

MB&WWA Member Testimonials

The opportunity to connect with beer and wine wholesalers in Michigan provided by our associate membership with the MB&WWA is a tremendous opportunity. The educational resources, networking, and sense of community within the Association are invaluable to us as a business. The staff is supportive, responsive, and wonderful to work with. We couldn’t be happier with our decision to join the MB&WWA and look forward to many more years of continued growth and success!


Cindy Chow, Everlance

The biggest and best value of our membership with the MB&WWA is the connections it has allowed us to form. The MB&WWA is a close-knit community of exceptional people, and our membership provides us the venue to share our offerings and build relationships rooted in trust that prove beneficial for all involved.


George Kossl, Encompass

As a member of the MB&WWA, I really enjoy the people. They are mostly family businesses that have strong personal relationships with each other. As a third-generation family business, I really appreciate that.


Ken Bumgardner, Royal Truck & Utility Trailer

I have experienced the benefits of the MB&WWA as both a distributor and now an associate member. Being a part of the MB&WWA means you’re a part of something bigger beyond the four walls of your business. You can’t put a price on the support from staff, relationship building, educational and networking opportunities, and the overall betterment of the beer and wine industry. I know firsthand how much distributors appreciate associate members’ support and how much potential there is to develop productive, long-lasting, professional partnerships. Becoming an associate member of the MB&WWA is truly one of the best things you can do for your business.


Bud Dunn, VXP

Questions about associate membership? Contact Brandi Tribell:

Brandi Tribell, CMP

Senior Vice President of

MB&WWA & MBWWA Services, Inc.


(517) 482-5555 ext. 212

Email Brandi
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