Johnson Brothers, a leading wine, beer, and spirits distributor, is pleased to announce the promotion of Matt Galligan to General Manager of North Carolina.

Galligan most recently served as General Manager for Johnson Brothers of Iowa. Under his leadership, the Iowa market saw strengthened supplier and customer partnerships, enhanced operational execution, and a strong culture of collaboration and accountability.

“Matt’s leadership in Iowa has been exceptional,” said George Marsden, Chief Commercial Officer of Johnson Brothers. “His ability to lead high-performing teams, drive results, and build strong relationships has had a lasting impact. We’re excited to have him bring that same energy and vision to our North Carolina business.”

Since joining Johnson Brothers in 2015, Galligan has held several key leadership roles, including Sales Manager, Brand Manager, and Chain Manager. Prior to Johnson Brothers, he gained valuable experience in retail management with Target and Total Wine & More.

Galligan will continue to support the Iowa market during a transition period until a successor is named.

Johnson Brothers today announced its entry into the Texas market through the signing of a purchase agreement to acquire the Texas, Arizona, Colorado, and Florida operations of Maverick Beverage Company, a leading distributor of fine wine and spirits.

As part of the acquisition, approximately 400 Maverick team members will join the Johnson Brothers family, where the companies’ aligned values of executional excellence and business-friendly practices will continue to drive growth with new and exciting opportunities.

“Like Johnson Brothers, Maverick has a phenomenal reputation for building premium portfolios with execution and accountability,” said Michael Johnson, Chairman of Johnson Brothers. “We are excited to welcome their talented team and begin serving the great suppliers they work with today. The Maverick acquisition is a priority for our long-term growth, and we look forward to building on their outstanding success.”

“This partnership marks an exciting chapter for Maverick and the suppliers we are proud to represent,” said Ryan Schwartz, CEO of Maverick Beverage Company. “Johnson Brothers shares our values and our commitment to doing what is right for the suppliers and customers we serve. We are confident this transition will benefit our team, our partners, and the continued momentum we have built.”

Maverick’s Minnesota and Illinois operations are not included in the transaction.

Johnson Brothers is proud to announce its recognition by Newsweek as one of the 2025 Most Trustworthy Companies in America—marking an exceptional three consecutive years on this prestigious list.

This recognition, based on a nationwide survey of 25,000 U.S. residents and analysis of over 300,000 online mentions, reflects the confidence our customers, partners, and team members place in us every day. Johnson Brothers was once again the only wine, beer, and spirits distributor recognized among 50 winners in the food and beverage category, standing alongside global household names such as Gallo, PepsiCo, Campbell’s, Coca-Cola, Molson Coors, and Boston Beer.

“This continued recognition is a reflection of our unwavering commitment to doing business the right way,” said Mark Hubler, CEO of Johnson Brothers. “Trust has been at the core of our family-owned company since 1953—trust in our people, our partners, and the promise we make every day to deliver exceptional service.”

As a family-led organization operating in 17 states, Johnson Brothers has built a reputation for exceptional execution, long-standing supplier relationships, and a culture of integrity that differentiates it from others in the wholesale distribution space.

View the full list of Newsweek’s 2025 Most Trustworthy Companies in America here.