E.J. Welch to acquire Gilford-Johnson assets; Schollmeyer resigns
For the second time in two weeks, E.J. Welch Company, a division of Center Rock Capital Partners’ Merit Distribution Group, has acquired assets from one of the industry’s top flooring distributors. E.J. Welch said it has now acquired the Indiana, Western Tennessee, Kentucky and Ohio territories—which also includes facilities—of Gilford-Johnson […]
Kentucky Trailblazer: Jonathan Blue
Jonathan Blue jumped on technology early, and he’s seen that move pay off exponentially as Covid-19 has drastically impacted customer purchasing habits. Blue is chairman and managing director of Blue Equity LLC, which owns 20 retail stores in Kentucky. Two years ago, shortly after the Kentucky General Assembly passed legislation […]
City Hive Helps Liquor Businesses Manage Ever-Changing Retail Landscape of Covid19 Pandemic Re-Entry
Excerpted from prnewswire.com After enabling retailers to manage 700% growth in online sales during the Covid19 pandemic, City Hive prepared businesses with tools to maneuver phased re-entry protocols. NEW YORK, May 26, 2020 – City Hive (www.cityhive.net), an omni-channel digital commerce and data platform used by more than 1,500 beverage […]
Liquor sales begin to jump as coronavirus fears spread
Excerpted from BizJournals.com Amid the coronavirus being classified a pandemic by the World Health Organization on Wednesday, John Johnson, owner of The Wine Rack, said he saw Thursday alcohol sales increase 100%. Monday and Tuesday were slow as people were “shell shocked” with the news of COVID-19’s spread—with trips only […]
Food Finds: Bourbon cheese and the monster carnitas
Excerpted from Insider Louisville. Beer cheese may be one of mankind’s perfect food inventions. Cheese? Good. Beer? Arguably better. But now Liquor Barn has given us something else to ponder: bourbon cheese. That’s right, the Liquor Barn and Party Mart chain, which is well-known for stocking gourmet foods as well […]
Mukan Names Among Secret Caribbean Resorts That Are Pure Heaven on Earth
In the mood to discover an under-the-radar tropical vacation destination? Bypass the mega-resorts and crowded beaches and check out these 11 sublime Caribbean hideaways, all of which excel at relaxed luxury, discreet service, and a heavenly sense of seclusion. Mukan, Mexico Located 23 miles from the coastal hotspot of Tulum […]
Biodiversity meets beachfront idyll at Mukan
For those who want to experience seclusion within an idyllic beach landscape, yet also enjoy luxe accommodations that make them completely forget they’re in a remote nature reserve, the Mukan Resort is where they need to be. Nestled between a pristine white sand beach and a lush, tropical jungle, Mukan […]
Billboard battle brewing? Liquor Barn takes jab at the competition
Excerpted from Insider Louisville Local chain Liquor Barn is poking at the competition with a strategically placed billboard advertisement. Maryland-based Total Wine & More posted a billboard advertisement along Interstate 71 downtown promoting its location across Shelbyville Road from Mall St. Matthews, touting it as “worth the drive.” The liquor, beer […]
Liquor Barn Presents 2019 Private Barrel Selection Series
Louisville, KY (February 1, 2019) – Liquor Barn, where Kentuckians go to celebrate life with Kentucky’s best selection of spirits, wine, beer and cigars, announces their 2019 private barrel selection series today. “We are thrilled to be offering this unique experience to our loyal customers,” says Jonathan Blue, Chairman and […]
Blue Equity and 3 Kings Entertainment Announces Key Hire
February 05, 2019, LOS ANGELES and LOUISVILLE, KY., – Blue Equity (www.blueequity.com) has announced the hiring of Mike Isenberg (mike@3kingsentertainment.net) as Vice President of Talent Development at 3 Kings Entertainment (www.3kingsentertainment.net) as it continues to expand its extensive platform in the representation, talent and entertainment businesses. 3 Kings Entertainment, based […]
