Fact Sheet
Profile
Lipman is the leading name in Tennessee's beverage alcohol distribution market. Established in 1939, Lipman Brothers became the state's first distributor of wine and spirits. In 1994, R.S. Lipman Company was formed as Lipman's distribution channel for beer, bottled water, mixers, crystal and cigars. Together, the Lipman companies service restaurant and retail accounts, and function as an educational resource for both trade and consumer markets.
Facilities
The Lipman companies are centrally located in Nashville, TN, in a 175,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility. The building houses the sales and operation offices as well as warehouse space for both Lipman companies. The 155,000 square foot warehouse is the largest temperature-controlled warehouse in the state. It includes a 6,400 square foot Fine Wine Room; a 3,000 square foot Beer Storage Room, a 700 square foot Cigar Humidor, and a 4,900 square foot Keg Room.
People
Lipman currently employs over 155 associates.
Key Executives
Robert S. Lipman, President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Richard Thibus, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Ken Howell, Secretary/Treasurer – Human Resources & Purchasing Manager
Greg Naiser, Director of Sales - Spirits, High Gravity Beer, Cigars & Riedel Crystal
Jason McMurray, Director of Sales - R.S. Lipman
Pat Kerrigan, Director of Sales - Wine
Elaine Roberts, Controller
Will Knox, Operations Manager
Fleet
At least 30 Lipman trucks travel to destinations throughout Tennessee Monday-Friday each week to deliver product or merchandising elements.
Headquarters
Lipman Brothers., Inc.
R.S. Lipman Co.
411 Great Circle Road
Nashville, Tennessee 37228
Call Center
Lipman associates can be reached by phone at (615) 244-2230.