TRADE DIRECTORY ANNUAL MEETING JOURNAL -- --. -- . NEW YORK STATE ASSOCIATION OF WHOLESALE MARKETERS & DISTRIBUTORS NYSAWMD 4- - -- -- -- ANNUAL MEETING Bally's Park Place u7 r al P Atlantic City, New Jersey w N N August 21-24, 1997 P 4 TRADE DIRECTORY ANNUAL MEETING JOURNAL -- - NEW YORK STA ASSOCIATION OF WHOLESALEM-TERS & DISTRIBUTORS NYSAWMD ANNUAL MEETING Bally 's Park Place Atlantic City, New Jersey August 21-24,1997 THIRTY-EIGHTHANNUAL MEETING NEW YORK STATE ASSOCIATION OF WHOLESALE MARKETERS AND DISTRIBUTORS BALLY'I PARK PLACE, ATLANTIC cm PROGRAM THURSDAY, AUGUST 2 1 2:30 - REGISTRATION - 6TH FIBOR 6130 P.M. RECEPTION - BALLY ROOM 5:00 P.M. Pick up meeting KIT & Gifts. Sponsored by philip Morris. U.S.A. FRIDAY, AUGUST 22 7:00 A.M. GOLF TOURNAMENT -OHARBOR PINES "AWMA Candy Distributor of the Year" GOLF CLUU Klcin Candy Company, (Mens &Womenas)- Coffee & Donut Accepting ta Steven Dresaler before Tee off. Awarded to a member company for Sponsored by Brown & Williamson special effort In the merchandislng and Tobacco Corporation distribution of confectionery products. Golf balls provided, boxed lunches Presented by V. Brett Melvln. V.P. provided at 9th Hole. MarkeUng & industry Relations-AWMA. 8:OO - BUFFET BREAKFAST - OCW B 10:OO A.M. Omelet Stations sponsored by Liggett & "Brown & WIUlamson Tobacco Meyers Tobacco Co. New York Achiever Award" John Lagana, Jr. of South Beach Novcltles & Confcctlonery 1o:oo - REGISTRATION - 6TH FLOOR Presentation by Tom Cunningham of 5:30 P.M. Plck up meeting KIT & Gifts. Brown &Willlamson Tobacco Corp. 5:00 P.M. ELECTION MEETING - LINCOLNICENTRAL "Lodllard Citieenship Award" NYSAWMD members only. Drawing for Name to be Announced $1000 Travel Certincatc by General Cigar Board of Directors responsible for selection subject to Lorillard 6:30 P.M. RECEPTION - OCEAN B Parameters. Based on outstanding Sponsored by R. J. Reynolds Tobacco contributlons to the community in civic. Company charitable and social endeavors. Presentation by Rick DlDonato. Lorillard Tobacco Co. DINNER AND AWARDS - OCEAN RAI.LROOM Wlnc courtesy of Philip Monls. U.S.A "Clgar Man of the Year" Andrew Katz of Borough Hall-Orford Golf Winners Prcsentatlon Tobacco Corp. Awarded by NYSAWMD for aggressive "R. J. Reynolds Portrait" and distinguished leadership. Steven Rosenthal. Preeident. Presented by Peter Ghiloni of Swisher NYSAWMD international. Rcaentatlon by Mark Young "Confectlonery Manufacturer of the "Brown & Willlamson Tobacco Year" Nret Lady of the Industry Award" Larrp Aronson. V.P.-Sales of Gail Polino, Buffalo Tobacco Products American Chble Group. Honoree prcvlously or currently actively Awarded by NYSAWMD-in appreciation engaged in managemenl and decisions for dtstineulshed ;ind ui~self~shsrlvlrc of a member firm, positively contributed ~resenteibyJohn ~ormanof American to the indnslry, Association and Chicle Group. enhancenicnt of the image of the Tobacro and Confectionery Distribution Network. Final selection In conjunction with management of the Brown & Williamson Tobacco CorporaUon. Presentation by Tommy Parks, Section Sales Mgr. of Brown & Williamson Tobacco Corporation. -- SATURDAY, AUGUST 23 8;OO - BUFFET BREAKFAST - OCEAN B 630 P.M. RECEPTION - OCEAN B 10:OO A.M. Omelet Stations sponsored by R. J. Sponsored by Brown & Williamson Reynolds Tobacco Company Tobacco Corp. 9:OO - EDUCATION SEMINAR - 7:30 P.M. ANNUAL BANQUET AND AWARDS - 12:OO Noon GARDEN ROOMS OCEAN BALLROOM Open to all attendees Wine courtesy of United States Tobacco Legislative update Company. * Panel and delegate- discussion Drawing for: 1 Color TV donated by Lane Limited "Elder Statesman of the Year" (must be present to win). Lou Gordon, retired Director Trade Development of Larillard Tobacco Company. Awarded by NYSAWMD for 9:00 A.M. REGISTRATION - 6TH FLOOR professional achievement and unselfish Late Friday Arrivals Pick up meeting KIT service. Presentation by Steven and Gifts. Rosenthal, Resident of NYSAWMD. 11:30 A.M. SPECIAL PRIZE DRAWINGS - 6TH "Distinguished Friend of tho Indubtry" FLOOR Jack Tarrhis, President of local 805, Tlckets must be deposited prior to 11:30 I.B.T./AFL-CIO. Awarded by NYSAWMD A.M. to be eligible to win. You do not for outstanding leadership and have to be present, winners names will dedicated service. Presentation by be posted at registration desk. Claim Leonard Schwartz, Chairman Emeritus prizes before 10:OO A.M. Sunday. NYSAWMD. 2:OO - INDIVIDUAL CONFERENCES - 'Man of the Year Award" 4:30 P.M. GARDEN ROOMS Nicholas G. (Nick) Brooker. Chairman Provision has been made, in a conducive & CEO of Brown & Williamson Tobacco atmosphere in accordance with good Corp. Awarded by NYSAWMD for business practices, for distributors, inspiring leadership and faithful service. suppliers and sales representatives to Presented by Barry Feldman, V.P. discuss areas of mutual opportunity. NYSAWMD. 2:OO - CHILDREN'S PARTY - DENNIS A 4:00 P.M. Sponsored by M&M MARS. Fun, games, surprises, gifts for children of all registered delegates. SUNDAY, AUGUST 24 8:OO - BREAKFAST - Ocean B 10:OO A.M. Omelet Stations sponsored by Liggett & Meyers Tobacco Co. 1. Wear badge to all Association events. 2. Distributor firms eligible for 1 Travel Certificate 9:OO A.M. NYSAWMD BOARD AND GENERAL only. Must be used within 24 months. MEETING - Longwood/lmperial Rooms 3. Badge Color Key: Membership Drawing: Red - Distributor 1 Color TV donated by Lane Limited Yellow - Broker $1500 Travel Certificate donated by Blue - Manufacturer Hershey Chocolate Green - Allied Services Members must be present to win. 12:00 P.M. DEPART AT LEISURE - Safe Trip Home! Our 1997 Honorees! Their Recognition is Deserved! 'MAN OFTHE YEAR" "CONFECTIONERY MANUFACTURER "ELDER STATESVAN OF THE YEAR" NICK BROOKES OF THE YEAR" LOU GhRDAN LARRY ARONSON "BROWN 8 WILLIAMSON TOBACCO "CIGAR MAN QFTHE YEAR" NEW YORK ACHIEVER" OF THE INDUSTRY' ANDRFW KATZ JOHN LAGANA. JR JACK TARSHIS 'BROllih 8 \"JILL AMSOh lOBACCO "AWMA CANDY MERCHANDISER OFTHE YEAR' F RS1 IADY 01 Tt~lNDLSTRY KLElN CANDY COMPANY NAME TO BE AUNOUNCED GAIL POLINO STEVE DRESSLER . ,. , ,, , , , NEW YORK STATE ASS WHOLESALE MARKETERS AND DISTRIBUTORS NYSAWMD . ., .~ BUSINESS AND,, . EDUCATION. PROGRAM, ,.,' . , . GARDEN ROOMS BALLY'S PARK PLACE, ATLANTIC CITY . , 1 Co-Chairman Convention Committee '. , . NEW LEGISLATIVE PROP UPDATE ON INDIAN RESERVATION hilli ips Nizer Benjamin Krim & Ballon LLP CIGARETTE SALES: . , ,.., COFFEE BREAK . , TOBACCO INDUSTRY OVERVIEW: Shuanise Washington Philip Morris, USA NYS DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE: Panel UI r m P r t.J PRIZE DRAWING: Lane Limited, 1 Color TV (Open to All) N UI (Must be present to win) aP ADJOURNMENT: The New York State Association of Wholesale Marketers and Distributors. Inc . 1997 ANNUAL DIRECTORY / JOURNAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Oficers and Board of Directors ..................... 2. 3 Donors and Sponsors ..............................12 Program .......................................8. 9 Convention Guests ............................10. 11 Awards Recipients ............................13 - 29 Articles ....................................29A-32 Aclvertisements ............................. 33 - 1 13 Industry Related Statistics .................... 114- 145 Suppliers Product Category .................. 146- 148 Suppliers Listing ...........................149- 162 Brokers Listing ............................. 163 - 165 Distributors Listing ..........................166- 171 Articles- Honorees- Messages Index .............. 173 Advertisers Index ........................... 174. 175 New York State Association of Wholesale Marketers and Distributors OFFICERS I i i I '< STEVEN ROSENTHAL ARTHUR KATZ MICHAEL BUTTON BonnnmTw Co. 1.L.C. LXPCUIIVC DirNtor I lerklrncl Wholesale Co. Chalrrnan of the Board President ANTHONY SICILIANO BARRY FELDMAN ABE MAY0 center Cntly Co. Lrnpirr Lmdy b lobacco tlarold Lrvinson Asrociales Treasurer 1st Vlcr Prcsldent 2nd Vice Presldcnt LEONARD SCHWARTZ Globe Wlloleule Co. Chalrrnnn oftheBoard. Emeritus DAN FINKLE Flnkle Dlrlrlbutors .2. b' I ,. - . Secretary .: :?;..':. 1. $:$IItl<tr(, > ?..$~... , , 2 N.Y.S. ASSOCIATION OF WHOLESALE MARKETERS & OlSTRlDUTORS-1997 New York State Association of Wholesale Marketers and Distributors DIRECTORS STLPIIEN ALTMAN ALEX GROSS MARNCUTLOVE Mountain Candy R Clgnr Co . InC. Mandel lobacco Company ArnrlerrlarnTobaccaCo CLIFF WERTHEIM RAYMOND KIRST ED LAGONEGRO ElmiraTobacCo Co. Sunrise Candy &Tobacco L. P. Kllsi B5onr ANDREW KATZ Borough Hall-Oxford Tobacco (NO PHOTOS) CARL CAYNE PETER DAY ERIC NAIGLES Q~~~,~~T~~~~~~gandyco Day Wholcsalc, Inc Standard-Roscnbaum. Inc 3 Greetings and a Warm Welcome! It is with @cat pleasure that once again we welcoine you Lo our annual meeting. 13y your attendance, you prove that you support the New York Stale Association of Wholesale Marketers and Distributors. Our com~nitteehas endeavored to host. a super convention. Our every Illought aild effort has been for youi.con~fortand your e~ljoyn~ent. Wc arc cxlrcn~elygrateful for the extent ofyour support. You as our suppliers, and we, your buyers, must work together in liarniony to improve our industry, which is our primary goal. Again, a most grateful thank YOU. John Lagana &Anthony Siciliano Co-Chairman. Convention Co~l'lmittee Commit tee Members: Stephen Altman Michael Button Dan Finkle Eric Naigles 4 N.Y.S. ASSOCIATION OF WHOLESALE MARKETERS & DISTRIBUTORS -1997 MICHAEL BUTTON Herkiiner W!~olesaleContpai~y Chairir~ar~of the Board - NYSAWML, Welcome to Bally's Park Place! We are continuing our new tradition of new locations for