ABOUT US
Championing Independent Beverage
Distribution Across Illinois
For decades, the Illinois Distributors Association has united family-owned, independent beverage wholesalers committed to safety, accountability, and economic vitality in our communities.
Our Mission
The Illinois Distributors Association (IDA) is dedicated to advancing the independent beverage distribution industry throughout downstate and central Illinois.
We advocate for balanced public policy, educate the public on the importance of the regulated Three-Tier System, and champion the local businesses, employees, and community partnerships that make Illinois' beverage market one of the safest, most diverse, and most competitive in the world.
3 Core Pillars
Responsible Distribution & Safety
Ensuring alcohol is sold and transported transparently, securely, and exclusively to licensed, age-verified retail establishments.
Economic & Community Impact
Ensuring alcohol is sold and transported transparently, securely, and exclusively to licensed, age-verified retail establishments.
Consumer Choice & Marketplace Fairness
Providing a level playing field where world-renowned national brands and emerging local craft brewers compete fairly on retailer shelves.
What We Do
Advocacy & Regulatory Representation
IDA monitors legislative developments in Springfield and Washington, D.C., working directly with policymakers, state regulators, and community leaders to uphold laws that prevent vertical monopolies and protect local markets.
Industry Education & Standards
We provide operational resources, safety training standards, and educational materials to help member distributors continually modernize their cold-chain logistics, fleet sustainability, and warehouse technology.
Community
Stewardship
Our member distributors don't just do business in Illinois—they live here. Together, IDA companies invest millions of dollars annually back into civic organizations, local festivals, youth athletics, and charitable initiatives across more than 80 counties.
Association Leadership
IDA is governed by an executive board composed of leaders from its member distributor companies, bringing decades of operational insight, multi-generational family leadership, and deep community roots to the association.
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Skeff Distributing Company
Decatur, IL
Leadership
John Skeffington, Pete Skeffington -
Donnewald Distributing Company
Greenville & Carbondale, IL
Leadership
Mike Donnewald, Josh Donnewald -
Grey Eagle Distributors
Belleville, IL
Leadership
Matt Brown, Bob Bush -
Brewers Distributing Company
Peoria, IL
Leadership
Steve Aden, Jake Jacob -
Golden Eagle Distributing Inc.
Marion, IL
Leadership
Jim Pugh, Rip Pugh -
Golden Eagle Distributing LLC
Jacksonville & Quincy, IL
Leadership
AJ Jones, Brian Manyx
Discover Our Member Companies & Territories
Explore our statewide map to see how IDA members deliver over 12 million cases annually across Illinois.