WELCOME to BEVERAGE!

J. POLEP
DISTRIBUTION SERVICES,
a fifth generation distribution company, has a new alcohol
beverage distribution division. Based in Chicopee, the
company now carries a variety of prepared cocktails and
gelatin shots as well as wines from Argentina, Australia,
New Zealand, Spain, Germany, and Italy, with plans for beer
and a premium vodka brand in the works. Joining their
existing staff is a dedicated team of alcohol industry
experts that includes James W. Fiore as the Director of
Alcoholic Beverages, Mark Platt as the General Manager and
Sarah Varney as the Sales Supervisor. Fiore has over 3O
years in the industry and is the developer of the One Stop
Liquor and Convenience Store concept. Mark Platt was
previously a brand manager for United Liquors and the
Massachusetts State manager for Banfi Vintners. Sarah Varney
is a wine expert who joins from Ruby Wines where she amassed
a wealth of knowledge by traveling to wineries around the
world. She is also a sales representative for J. Polep’s
existing product line. The company plans to branch out to
include restaurants as well as package and convenience
stores. For more information call 8OO.447.6537.