activities · 16
what they do
direct service · 3
- Access to Beverage Management Institute (BMI) Resources Member Resource Library ServicesProvides members with access to downloadable PDF documents related to BMI training or services.
- Insurance Program Partnership Specialized Insurance ProgramsPartners with Illinois Casualty Company to offer a specialized insurance program tailored for beverage and hospitality businesses.
- Specialized Insurance Program Specialized Insurance ProgramsPartners with Illinois Casualty Company to offer a specialized insurance program tailored for beverage and hospitality businesses.
advocacy · 12
- Engagement with Regulatory Bodies and Officials Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyMeets with directors of state departments (e.g., Department of Liquor License and Control, Department of Gaming) and other officials (e.g., Attorney General) to discuss issues affecting liquor licenses, such as gaming machines, and to get updates on beneficial products like lottery offerings.
- Engagement with Regulatory Bodies and Officials Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyMeets with directors of state departments (e.g., Department of Liquor License and Control, Department of Gaming) and the Attorney General to discuss issues affecting liquor licenses, such as gaming machines, and to stay updated on lottery and new products beneficial to licensees.
- Lobbying and Legislative Advocacy Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyEngages full-time lobbyists to represent the interests of Arizona retail liquor licensees at the state, city, and municipal levels, monitoring legislation, and actively working to influence policy and laws related to the beverage and hospitality industry.
- Lobbying and Legislative Advocacy Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyEngages full-time lobbyists to represent the interests of Arizona retail liquor licensees at the state, city, and municipal levels, monitoring legislation, and working to prevent anti-liquor laws. This includes participating in stakeholder meetings to shape legislative bills and advocating for policies that benefit its members.
- Lobbying and Legislative Advocacy Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyEngages full-time lobbyists to represent the interests of Arizona retail liquor licensees at the state, city, and municipal levels, monitoring legislation, and working to prevent unfavorable laws. This includes participating in stakeholder meetings to shape legislative bills and advocating for specific policy positions.
- Monitoring and Responding to Emerging Issues Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyMonitors discussions and potential legislative bills related to hemp beverages and other industry-relevant topics, and develops policy positions on issues like underage drinking prevention to advocate for its members' interests.
- Political Action Committee Management Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyManages BevPac, a political action committee, to conduct lobbying efforts, make political campaign contributions, and support laws that preserve the rights of Arizona retail liquor licensees.
- Political Action Committee Management Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyManages BevPac, a political action committee, to conduct lobbying efforts, allocate funds for political campaign contributions, and support laws that preserve the rights of Arizona retail liquor licensees.
- Political Campaign Contributions Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyAllocates funds for political campaign contributions and other lawful purposes in Arizona through BevPac to support laws that preserve the rights of retail liquor licensees.
- Public Education and Policy Position Development Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyWorks with the industry to educate voters on ballot propositions, highlighting potential harm to small businesses, and develops policy positions against initiatives like the Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Prevention of Underage Drinking (ICCPUD) to forward to elected officials.
- Public Education and Voter Engagement Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyWorks with the industry to educate voters on ballot propositions, such as Proposition 138, highlighting their potential impact on small businesses.
- Regulatory Engagement and Issue Resolution Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyMeets with state department directors and the Attorney General to discuss and clarify issues affecting liquor licenses, such as the legality of gaming machines, and to get updates on new products beneficial to licensees.
capacity building · 1
- Access to Training Resources Member Resource Library ServicesProvides members with access to downloadable PDF documents related to Beverage Management Institute (BMI) training or services.
strategies · 8
how they think
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- Collective political advocacy to protect operational freedom collective political advocacyBy pooling resources through a political action committee and engaging in legislative advocacy, the organization amplifies the influence of individual retailers to protect their operational freedom and defend against harmful legislation.
- Industry-specific risk protection through specialized insurance and compliance services industry-specific risk protectionProvides tailored insurance programs and compliance training to address the unique legal and operational risks faced by licensed beverage retailers, thereby supporting responsible operations and reducing business vulnerability.
- Member services to enhance operational support and compliance member servicesOffers discounted insurance, training, licensing, and regulatory updates to strengthen member capacity for legal compliance and efficient operation.
- Mitigating industry-specific risks through specialized insurance industry_specific_risk_protectionThe organization offers a specialized insurance program tailored to the unique risks faced by businesses in the hospitality and licensed beverage industry, thereby providing targeted protection for its members.
- Mitigating industry-specific risks through specialized services industry_specific_risk_managementThe organization provides specialized services, including insurance programs and compliance training, tailored to the unique risks and regulatory environment of the hospitality and licensed beverage industry. This approach aims to support members in managing risks, ensuring compliance, and promoting responsible business practices.
- Protecting operational freedom through collective advocacy collective_advocacyThe organization engages in collective political and legislative advocacy to protect the operational freedom and rights of its members in the licensed beverage industry, guarding against unfair or biased legislation and identifying new retail opportunities. This is achieved by pooling resources, amplifying influence, and maintaining constructive relationships with regulatory bodies.
- Protecting operational freedom through collective advocacy collective_advocacyThe organization believes that by pooling resources and engaging in collective political and legislative advocacy, it can effectively protect the operational freedom and rights of its members in the licensed beverage industry against unfair or biased legislation and identify new opportunities.
- Trade association advocacy to preserve retail liquor license rights trade_association_advocacyAdvocates to protect retail liquor licenses and the right to operate by opposing biased legislation and promoting favorable policies, ensuring members can maintain and expand their businesses.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Alcohol Consumption Guidelines Initiative
Monitors and opposes federal efforts to revise national alcohol consumption guidelines, planning to advocate against zero-consumption recommendations
Liquor Industry Stakeholders Meetings
Facilitates collaboration among industry stakeholders to develop consensus-based legislative proposals, formerly known as the omnibus bill process
Member Benefits Program
Provides members with discounts on liquor insurance, music licensing, employee training, and legal compliance updates
Proposition 138 Advocacy
Organizes opposition to the Tipped Workers Protection Act ballot measure, educating members and the public on its potential economic impact on small businesses
relationships · 33
who they work with
- Arizona Liquor Industry Consultants (ALIC) Partner — Organization represented by Non-Voting Member Craig Miller
- Arizona Lottery Government — Will be meeting with Director Thomson for an update on lottery and new products.
- Arizona Lottery Partner — Linked as a partner organization on the Arizona Licensed Beverage Association website
- Beer and Wine Distributors of Arizona Partner — Industry partner represented by Non-Voting Director Steven Barclay
- Branding Iron Steakhouse & Lounge Partner — Organization represented by Director Robin Cantrell
- Breakthru Beverage Partner — Industry partner providing continued support.
- Breakthru Beverage Arizona Partner — Named as a premier affiliate member of the Arizona Licensed Beverage Association
- Cactus Taproom Partner — Organization represented by Director Carrie Parker
- Crescent Crown Distributing Partner — Industry partner providing continued support.
- Crescent Crown Distributing Partner — Named as a premier affiliate member of the Arizona Licensed Beverage Association
- David Delos Partner — President of ALBA, leading organizational efforts and communications
- Department of Gaming Government — Will be meeting with Director Jackie Johnson for an update on lottery and new products.
- Department of Liquor License and Control Government — Met with Director Ben Henry to discuss gaming machines.
- Duke's Sports Bar Partner — Organization represented by Secretary Jackie McCarthy and Director Allen McCarthy
- Federal Election Commission Government — BevPac must be registered with the Federal Election Commission for compliance with federal election laws.
- GoDaddy Partner — Uses GoDaddy's website builder platform to host and maintain its website.
- Hensley Beverage Partner — Industry partner providing continued support.
- Hensley Beverage Company Partner — Named as a premier affiliate member of the Arizona Licensed Beverage Association
- ISAACSON LAW FIRM, P.C. Partner — Don Isaacson of the firm provides legislative updates to ALBA members.
- Illinois Casualty Company Partner — Insurance program partner providing specialized coverage for ALBA members
- Isaacson & Walsh, P.C. Partner — Firm representing the Arizona Licensed Beverage Association in government relations and lobbying
- Liquor Department Government — Established and maintains a constructive relationship with the Liquor Department.
- Lumberyard Brewing Company Partner — Organization represented by Director Ken Wilson
- Maricopa County Attorney Government — Agrees with the department and the illegality of gaming machines.
- Matt's Saloon Partner — Organization represented by Director Matt Brassard
- Republic Nation Distributing Partner — Industry partner providing continued support.
- Republic National Distributing Company Partner — Named as a premier affiliate member of the Arizona Licensed Beverage Association through joint venture with Young’s Market Company
- Salt Cellar Restaurant Partner — Organization represented by Director Rich Huie
- Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Partner — Named as a premier affiliate member of the Arizona Licensed Beverage Association
- Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits Partner — Industry partner providing continued support.
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