Employee Spotlight: Nate Thomason, Everett Sales Chain District Manager

Columbia Distributing has made a name for itself as a premier beverage distributor in Oregon and Washington. Our company is committed to providing beverage retailers with alcoholic and non-alcoholic products from the most popular brands. This mission requires dedicated individuals working together.

One of those individuals is Everett Sales Chain District Manager Nate Thomason, who has been with the company for 11 years. Starting his career in merchandising, Thomason has worked his way to his current title thanks to the career advancement opportunities provided by Columbia Distributing. Here, Thomason explains how the supportive culture has helped shape his career and the other advantages that help our company stand out.

Everett Sales Chain District Manager Nate Thomason, with his family

Career Advancement at Columbia Distributing

At Columbia Distributing, we invest in our employees and take great pride in seeing them succeed at work and in their personal lives. We make it a point to provide our employees with resources and opportunities to help them forge their own career paths.

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Employee Spotlight – Rachelle Wood, Dayshift Warehouse Associate – DCI

Columbia Distributing is pleased to recognize Rachelle Wood for her continuous hard work and willingness to go above and beyond. Wood currently is the dayshift warehouse associate – DCI and Culture Committee Chair. Wood’s duties play a significant role in ensuring retailers and establishments receive alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic products to serve their customers. Here, Wood offers a firsthand account of what it’s like working for Columbia Distributing and what stands out.

Rachelle Wood Family Picture

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Employee Spotlight: Jamisen Johnson

Jamisen Johnson, Small-Format District Manager at Columbia Distributing,

Columbia Distributing celebrates Jamisen Johnson and all he has accomplished with our company over the last 11 years. As our small-format district manager, Johnson plays an important role in our organization. He ensures reps from brands are satisfied and organizes non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverage distribution across all locations we serve in Oregon and Washington.

Here, we talk about a day in the life of small-format district manager Jamisen Johnson, and the benefits of working with us.

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Employee Spotlight – Sara Hutchinson, Combo Sales Representative

Columbia Distributing is proud to highlight Sara Hutchinson for her daily contributions and hard work. Having been with Columbia Distributing for six years, Hutchinson began her tenure as a merchandiser before stepping into her current role as a combo sales representative. Responsible for writing orders, rotating, and getting alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic products to the shelves, Hutchinson plays a vital role in the success of Columbia Distributing throughout Oregon and Washington. Here, we detail Hutchinson’s perspective on working at Columbia Distributing and what makes working here stand out from other employers.

Sara Hutchison headshot

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Celebrating Valentine’s Day With Ronald McDonald House Charities 

At Columbia Distributing, giving back to the community isn’t just a once-and-a-while opportunity to be charitable – it’s a core component of our history and mission. That’s why Columbia Distributing partners with several local nonprofit organizations, like Ronald McDonald House Charities in Portland, Oregon. Here, we share details about an event we supported on the most romantic day of the year — Valentine’s Day.

Columbia Distributing team at the Ronald McDonald House

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Guinness Beers: Tradition and Innovation

Five glasses of Guinness beer sitting on bar countertop

Guinness offers a wide variety of styles, ranging from the classic stout to the blonde ale. There’s a beer for everyone who wants to enjoy a pint of Guinness.

Columbia Distributing is a distributor of alcoholic drinks and non-alcoholic beverages serving Oregon and Washington. Here, we talk about the varieties of Guinness beers we sell and the different ways to enjoy them.

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The Benefits of Poppi, the Healthy Soda

Health-conscious people are always looking for healthier alternatives, including ones for their favorite soft drinks. Poppi, the prebiotic soda brand, is bubbling up as a leading choice for those who can’t quit the taste of traditional sodas but are looking for a healthy soda option.
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Taste the Blood of Jupiter: San Polo Rubio Sangiovese

San Polo Rubio Sangiovese front label

The Sangiovese grape is known to make red wines that are high in tannin and acidity. The grape’s name comes from the Latin phrase “sanguis Jovis,” which means “the blood of Jupiter.” The grape grows well in the Tuscany area of Italy. Many wine enthusiasts enjoy the grape’s fresh, fruity flavors that follow up with a little kick of spice.

As a trusted beverage distributor in Oregon and Washington, we want to ensure our clients and their clientele are educated about the beverages in our portfolio. Here, our team talks about San Polo Rubio Sangiovese.

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Employee Spotlight: Corene Gehrig

Corene Gehrig, claims specialist at Columbia Distributing

Corene Gehrig has been with Columbia Distributing for five years as a Claims Specialist, and today the company celebrates all that she has accomplished with our company, serving Oregon and Washington. With years of experience under her belt, Gehrig has been an asset to the company and continually shows a deep passion for learning and growing in her craft.

Here, we share Corene Gehrig’s story and discuss what working for Columbia Distributing is like.

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Why Is Avissi Prosecco Best Enjoyed While It Is Young?

Avissi Prosecco front label

Those who love prosecco understand all it has to offer – from its sparkling, carbonated bubbles to its creation in Italy. This is part of what has made prosecco popular among many beverage connoisseurs. Prosecco is so loved that rumors of a possible global shortage put prosecco lovers in fear their drink of choice would be gone forever! The flavor of prosecco is best enjoyed young, so the flavor is fruity, light, and fresh.

As a trusted beverage distributor in Oregon and Washington, we want to ensure our clients and their clientele are educated about the beverages in our portfolio. Here, our team talks about Avissi Prosecco.

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