Associate Membership
Associate non-voting membership in WSWA is available to suppliers, vendors and other entities that provide goods and services directly to licensed wine and spirits wholesalers.
WSWA associate membership is the best way to connect wine and spirit wholesalers across the country. Suppliers, brokers, importers, and other industry vendors are encouraged to participate in the future of the industry by becoming WSWA Associate Members. With four levels of membership ranging from $1,500 - $11,000 per year, Associate Membership is a great benefit for any company.
To qualify for Associate Membership, your firm must be one of the following:
- Producer or importer of alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages
- Marketer of products that are used by suppliers or wholesalers/distributors of beverages
- Consultant to suppliers or distributors of beverages
- Trade/professional association serving suppliers or distributors of beverages
- Member of industry print or trade media
Associate membership is a corporate membership and runs annually from January 1 through December 31.
2026 Diamond Associate Level Benefits Package: $11,000
PROFESSIONAL BRANDING
- Recognition in the Associate Member section of WSWA’s website – includes company name and logo linked to company website
- “DIAMOND Associate Member of WSWA" electronic logo to promote and share with network
- Access LIVE Branding: Recognition on badge, booth and marketing materials
- Inclusion in WSWA’s Weekly Buzz Newsletter distributed exclusively to all WSWA Wholesaler Member contacts
EDUCATION AND AMPLIFICATION
- Sample of latest SipSource Year End Report
- Access to SipSource webinars on trends and forecasts with leading analysts
- Full access to Alcohol State Law Database (SLD) DIAMOND ONLY
- WSWA press release and social media post, including LinkedIn, for Diamond Level Associate Members
- One-time highlight in WSWA Daily News Clips distributed to over 10,000 wine and spirits industry subscribers
CORE BENEFITS
- Excel file of WSWA wholesaler members
- CRM Members-only access to WSWA’s online membership directory of Wholesaler and Associate Members
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
- Consideration to participate in WSWA’s Access LIVE stage as an industry expert panelist or host
WSWA EVENTS
- Priority booth selection/hospitality suite location placement for Access LIVE with discounted pricing (booth and registration)
- Complimentary TASTE table at Access LIVE
- Special Recognition as a Diamond Level Member exhibitor at Access LIVE
- Special sponsorship opportunities at WSWA events only available to Associate Members
2026 Platinum Associate Level Benefits Package: $6,000
PROFESSIONAL BRANDING
- WSWA Website: Recognition on Associate Member section- company logo and link to website
- “PLATINUM Associate Member of WSWA” electronic logo
- Access LIVE branding: Recognition on badge and booth, marketing materials
- Inclusion in WSWA’s Weekly Buzz Newsletter distributed exclusively to all WSWA Wholesaler Member contacts
EDUCATION AND AMPLIFICATION
- Sample of latest SipSource Quarterly Report by request
- Sample of SipSource Year End Report by request
- National Year End Enactment Summary of Alcohol State Law Database (SLD)
- WSWA social media post for Platinum Level Associate Members
- WSWA post on LinkedIn announcing Platinum Associate Membership with WSWA
CORE BENEFITS
- Excel file of WSWA Wholesaler Members
- CRM Members-only access to WSWA’s online membership directory of wholesaler and associate members
WSWA EVENTS
- Priority booth selection/hospitality suite location placement for Access LIVE 2026 with discounted pricing (booth and registration)
- Complimentary TASTE table at Access LIVE
- Special Recognition as a Platinum Member exhibitor at Access LIVE
- Special sponsorship opportunities at WSWA events only available to Associate Members.
2026 Gold Associate Level Benefits Package: $3,500
PROFESSIONAL BRANDING
- WSWA Website: Recognition on Associate Member section - company logo and link to website
- “GOLD Associate Member of WSWA” electronic logo
- Access LIVE branding: Recognition on badge and booth, marketing materials
EDUCATION AND AMPLIFICATION
- Sample of latest SipSource Quarterly Report by request
- One-time customized Alcohol State Law Database report: One issue all states OR one state all issues by request
- WSWA social media post for Gold Level Associate members
CORE BENEFITS
- Excel file of WSWA Wholesaler Members
- CRM members-only access to WSWA’s online membership directory of Wholesaler and Associate Members
WSWA EVENTS
- Priority booth selection/hospitality suite location placement for Access LIVE with discounted pricing (booth and registration)
- Special Recognition as a Gold Member exhibitor at Access LIVE
- Special sponsorship opportunities at WSWA events only available to Associate Members
2026 Silver Associate Level Benefits Package: $1,500
PROFESSIONAL BRANDING
- WSWA Website: Recognition on Associate Member section - company logo and link to website
- “SILVER Associate Member of WSWA” electronic logo
- Access LIVE branding: Recognition on badge and booth, marketing materials
CORE BENEFITS
- Excel file of WSWA Wholesaler Members
- CRM members-only access to WSWA’s online membership directory of Wholesaler and Associate Members
WSWA EVENTS
- Priority booth selection at Access LIVE and discounted pricing (booth and registration)
- Special Recognition as a Member exhibitor at Access LIVE on the main stage screen
- Special sponsorship opportunities at WSWA events only available to Associate Members
Associate Member: A trusted partner with mutual understanding and collaboration to grow and support the industry.
WSWA Associate members bring great value to the WSWA Wholesaler membership by providing access to new and established brands, industry knowledge and support, the latest beverage alcohol trends, guidance on brand development, unique services to improve efficiency, and enhanced connections between the tiers. Thank you to our associate members for their continued support and participation.