Johnson Brothers is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Hodges as General Manager for Johnson Brothers of Virginia, effective immediately.

Hodges brings over 12 years of hands-on leadership experience in the beverage alcohol industry, all with Johnson Brothers-Mutual Distributing of North Carolina. Since joining the company in 2012, Hodges has built a reputation for delivering results through strong execution, accountability, and commercial expertise. He has excelled in key roles, including Retail Sales Director and, most recently, Statewide On-Premise Sales Director, where he consistently drove performance, optimized processes, and upheld a high standard of operational excellence.

Hodges’ dedication to execution, accountability, and enhancing commercial capabilities makes him uniquely qualified to lead Johnson Brothers of Virginia into its next chapter of growth and success.

“We are thrilled to welcome Brian into this leadership role,” said Scott Cash, President, East Region. “His proven track record of driving growth and his commitment to team success will be invaluable as we continue to expand our operations in Virginia.”

Johnson Brothers is pleased to announce the appointment of Edward “Eddie” Nieves as General Manager for Johnson Brothers of Nevada, effective January 7, 2025.

Nieves brings extensive experience to the role, having most recently served as General Manager at Nevada Beverage Company. His leadership background also includes several key roles at Anheuser-Busch, including Nevada Retail Sales Director, Senior Key Account Manager, and Trade Marketing Manager.

In addition to his beverage alcohol expertise, Nieves has a strong foundation in hospitality, with seven years of experience culminating as Assistant Director of Beverage at Wynn Las Vegas.

“Eddie is a tremendous addition to our leadership team,” said AJ Atta, Regional President, West. “His proven ability to drive results, combined with his deep understanding of the Las Vegas market and its unique dynamics, will be instrumental in continuing the growth and success of Johnson Brothers of Nevada. We’re delighted to welcome him aboard.”

Johnson Brothers, a leading distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, is pleased to announce two key leadership appointments in Minnesota, effective January 1, 2025.

John Dempsey has been named General Manager for Johnson Brothers of Minnesota. John brings nearly three decades of industry expertise and a proven track record of success in leadership roles. He joined Johnson Brothers in 2001 and has since served in various capacities across multiple states, including as General Manager for Johnson Brothers of Nevada and, most recently, as General Manager for Johnson Brothers of Virginia. In his new role, John will report directly to A.J. Atta, who will assume the role of Regional President, West, for Johnson Brothers on January 1, 2025.

Nathan Johnson has been promoted to Vice President of Sales for Minnesota. Since joining Johnson Brothers in 2015, Nathan has held numerous leadership roles within the company over the years. His deep understanding of the Minnesota market and ability to foster key customer and supplier relationships have been instrumental in the success of our customer service and regional chain teams. Nathan will report to John Dempsey in his new role.

Johnson Brothers has proudly served the Minnesota market for the past 72 years, earning a reputation for excellence and unwavering commitment to its customers and suppliers. The company’s recognition as one of Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America for 2023 and 2024 further underscores its dedication to delivering exceptional service and fostering trusted relationships across the industry.

“These appointments reflect our commitment to investing in strong leadership that aligns with our core values and drives success for our supplier partners and customers,” said George Marsden, Chief Commercial Officer for Johnson Brothers. “John and Nathan bring a wealth of experience and a shared vision for continuing the growth and leadership we have built in Minnesota for over seven decades.”