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Markstein Sales Company Celebrates 100 Years of Family-Owned Beverage Distribution in Northern California

Woman-owned and operated, fourth-generation company continues to thrive into next century


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Oct 09, 2019, 09:00 ET

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Laura Markstein, 4th generation owner and President of Markstein Sales Company, and her husband, Sal Gallagher, celebrate the company's 100th anniversary with the Budweiser Clydesdales beer wagon.
Laura Markstein, 4th generation owner and President of Markstein Sales Company, and her husband, Sal Gallagher, celebrate the company's 100th anniversary with the Budweiser Clydesdales beer wagon.

ANTIOCH, Calif., Oct. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Markstein Sales Company (MSCo), a woman-owned and operated wholesale beverage distributor in Northern California, today announced its 100th anniversary. Now in its fourth generation, Markstein has remained a family-owned beverage distributor committed to providing the highest caliber of customer service and brands to over 1,500 retail accounts in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties. From humble beginnings in 1919, Markstein has continued to grow not only as a beverage distributor, but also as an economic and civic leader in the community. The company officially kicked off its anniversary celebration last week in an exclusive invite-only event that included an appearance by the famous Budweiser Clydesdales and brought together customers, employees and community leaders to celebrate this significant milestone.

"We are proud to have served Contra Costa and Alameda Counties for the past 100 years in the distribution of world class beers and other beverages," said Laura Markstein, President of Markstein Sales Company. "My great-grandfather started this company in 1919 with just a horse, a wagon and six cases of beer. Now, a century later, we are distributing over four million cases of beer annually, with a fleet of 35 trucks. While our business has expanded over the past ten decades, our commitment to quality, service and the community remains the same. We were honored to celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime event last week with our suppliers, elected officials, customers, employees and family and look forward to serving the Bay Area into the next century."

My great-grandfather started this company in 1919 with just a horse, a wagon and six cases of beer. Now, a century later, we are distributing over four million cases of beer annually, with a fleet of 35 trucks.

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100 Years of Family
MSCo was founded by "Papa", Albert R. Markstein Sr., just prior to prohibition and the business survived through innovation and creative sales techniques such as selling apple cider, soft drinks and near beer. Now, 100 years later, the company is one of a small number of family-owned, women-owned businesses with Al's granddaughter at the helm. The company represents products from more than 30 breweries and 10 non-alcoholic beverage companies, encompassing more than 500 beverage brands. The company continues to change, adapt and grow to stay on the leading edge of the beverage distribution industry.

100 Years of Teamwork
MSCo believes a strong company culture leads to not only long-term employees, but also a long-lasting business, which has proven true over this last century. The company has been consistently ranked as best in class by retailers for more than 20 years and this has been made possible by the teamwork of Markstein's 160 employees.

"Our employees inspire us with the energy, passion, creativity, dedication and knowledge they bring to the workplace every day," said Jennifer Grant, General Manager of Markstein Sales Company. "They continually go above and beyond to provide Markstein Sales Company customers with exceptional service, quality and commitment which has been essential to the company's growth over the past 100 years. We are proud to offer the best to them including benefit packages, wellness plans, compensation, incentives and career opportunities."

100 Years of Community
MSCo is largely invested in Contra Costa County and Alameda County and works hard to support the communities where employees' families live, work and play. The company focuses on the words of its founder, "Always give back to the community that has given us so much." By supporting the local community through event sponsorships and donations, scholarships, annual food drives, partnerships with local first responders and community involvement, MSCo's charitable efforts are well known throughout the community and include:

  • Hispanic Community Affairs Council, Albert and Bertha Markstein Scholarship Foundation
  • Nephrotic Syndrome Foundation
  • Bay Area Crisis Nursery
  • New Day for Children
  • Police and Fire: The Fallen Heroes
  • Antioch Police Activities League
  • V Foundation
  • Folds of Honor
  • The Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano
  • Annual 19th Hole Benefit Crab Feed for Antioch High School
  • The Alameda County Fair
  • Goodguys Rod & Custom Association
  • Scottish Highland Games
  • Lafayette Art, Wine & Music Festival
  • Clayton Art & Wine Festival
  • Bay Area Craft Beer Festival

"Markstein Sales Company is a shining example that compassion and thoughtfulness are values that still exist in businesses today," said Tammany Brooks III, Chief of Police, Antioch Police Department. "Not only is it an active partner with the City of Antioch working to improve the quality of life for our residents, but it has also been a long time major sponsor of the Antioch Police Activities League, allowing us to build positive relationships and provide safe and enriching activities for the youth in our community."

"Albert Markstein was a visionary who saw the importance of providing an education for Latino youth, who would in turn, make a big contribution to their community. He and his wife Bertha were co-founders of HCAC's scholarship program and they left a wonderful legacy that continues through their granddaughter, Laura," said Bettina Flores, President, HCAC (Hispanic Community Affiars Council) .

About Markstein Sales Company
Markstein Sales Company is a fourth-generation, woman-owned and operated wholesale beverage distributor based in Antioch, Calif. Founded in 1919 with just a horse, a wagon and six cases of beer, Markstein is now in its 100th year and distributing over four million cases annually. The company's portfolio is composed of multiple world-class beers including the Anheusar-Busch InBev family of beers, several high-quality craft beers and many others. Markstein is known for outstanding customer service, dedication to their employees and commitment to the community. The company continues to rank as best in class by retailers and is one of the top ten largest Woman Owned Businesses in the Bay Area. More information can be found at http://www.marksteinsalescompany.com.

SOURCE Markstein Sales Company

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