National Conference of State Liquor Administrators

When:
Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. HST
    -to-
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:30 A.M. HST

Where:
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa
2365 Ka’anapali Parkway
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 667-2525
www.westinmaui.com

Conference Room Rate*:

Group Rate: $535-589++/night plus taxes and fees for single/double occupancy.
Government Rate: $375++/night plus taxes and fees for single/double occupancy (valid government ID required at check-in).
Additional Guests: $89/night per guest after two occupants in one room.
Children 17 and under stay free with existing bedding.

*Rates above do not include applicable state & local taxes (currently 4.166% GET plus 13.25% Transient Accommodation Tax), all subject to change without notice.
*Rates available 3 days before & after the conference, subject to hotel availability.
*Reduced Resort Fee of $25++/night (typically $45/room/day), includes complimentary wireless internet in guest rooms & access to the hotel fitness center.

*Hotel cut-off date is Wednesday, May 14, 2025 for group rates.

Hotel Reservations: Call or reserve online!

Associate members & Non-members: Group Reservations

Government members: Government Reservations

Call or email The Westin’s reservation team & reference the NCSLA group block:
Phone: 1-808-921-4651
Email: grp.00377@marriott.com
Office hours: Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:00pm HST (closed weekends & major holidays).

Be sure to reference “NCSLA at the Westin Maui Resort & Spa” and inform them if you need group rate as an Associate member and Non-member, or government per diem rate for Government member.

Hotel check-in time is 3:00pm & check-out time is 11:00am.

Getting There:

Airline Travel
Kahului (Maui) OGG Airport is located ~28 miles from The Westin Maui Resort & Spa & is serviced by major airlines. Please visit the website for more information.

Airline Discounts
NCSLA has secured airline discounts with Southwest & Delta. Discount amounts vary by booking class.

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You may also call Delta Meeting Network® at 1.800.328.1111* (Mon–Fri, 8:00am–6:30pm EST) & refer to Meeting Event Code NM4EU. *Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via the reservation 800 number.

From Kahului Airport (OGG) to the hotel:
There are a number of shuttle services to and from Kahului Airport: SpeediShuttle - Roberts Hawaii - Amstar
Taxi takes about 50 minutes and costs approximately $90.
Rideshare is also available; price varies on time of day, size of party, etc.

Hotel Parking Information:
Daily self-parking: $40.00 plus tax per night
Valet parking: $50.00 plus tax per night

Conference Contact:

Conference Host:
Anna Hirai

Conference Logistics:
erin.dillard@conferencedirect.com

NCSLA & Membership:
Jenna Ayala
Marisha Gonzalez

NCSLA 2025 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Maui, Hawaii – June 15 – 18, 2025

Seas of Change: Ride the Wave with NCSLA

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Conference Information

The Maui Department of Liquor Control and its sister Hawaii liquor commissions join to welcome our members and guests to the much-anticipated annual conference on the Valley Isle! In the past, NCSLA members have been loyal supporters of Aloha State venues for the annual conference, and it is particularly apropos that NCSLA will play a prominent role in supporting Maui following the August 2023 Lahaina wildfires.

Many of you have asked about other ways to show support for the Maui recovery. We have been asked to direct support to Hawaii Community Foundation or Maui Strong Fund if members wish to give additional support. Mahalo!

We look forward to making your visit a memorable one as Maui truly has something for everyone, in keeping with the well-known motto “Maui No Ka Oi” (Maui is the best). We hope the planned events will give conference attendees a taste of Hawaii’s famous Aloha Spirit, and encourage all to explore the Valley Isle and neighboring islands. E Komo Mai!

Business Meeting

In keeping with NCSLA’s mission to promote effective and equitable systems of alcohol beverage control policy through education and information sharing opportunities, the annual conference theme highlights the dynamic evolution of our resilient industry. From a 20-year retrospective of the seminal Granholm decision, the eagerly awaited legal update, to current modernization practices and products, we are excited to present a full 12-item agenda. If you are wondering where the “hot topics” will be on the agenda, please know that literally every item is a stand-alone “hot topic” this year! Be sure to attend the Tuesday afternoon legal ethics session – in addition to a unique curriculum, attendees will also learn how to include spiritual well-being to your professional skills quiver.

Business Agenda

Social Activities

Sunday, June 15 from 6:00–8:00 P.M. – Welcome Reception at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa (Kawaiola Pools 3 & 4)

Monday, June 16 from 4:15 pm – Free Evening to Dine & Explore. More details to come!

Tuesday, June 17 from 7:00–9:00 pm – Reception & President’s Luau Banquet (Aloha Pavilion).
No visit to Hawaii would be complete without a luau under the stars, showcasing stories of the demi-god Maui. Don’t miss this exclusive event reserved for NCSLA attendees!

The Hospitality Suite is open 9:00 pm to 12:00 am nightly on the Mezzanine level (Waiokama & Waine´e rooms).

When you’re not connecting with industry colleagues, toss your name badge aside & experience all that Maui has to offer. Better yet, come early or extend your stay! Learn more about resort activities by clicking the Plan Your Day button. As more Maui activities re-open, we look forward to providing attendees with a convenient pocket guide of hotel and local activities so that you can custom build your Maui experience!

Registration Information

Early conference registration ends Friday, May 9, 2025 so don’t delay! The registration fee increases $50.00 after May 9, 2025.

You have the option of paying by credit card or check. The registration fees are outlined below.

Registration Fees:
• Government Member = $695 ($745 after May 9)
• Associate Member = $995 ($1045 after May 9)
• Non-member Associate (one-time dues waiver) = $1150
• Invitee of NCSLA President or Conference Host = $995
• Government Invitee of NCSLA President or Conference Host = $695
• NCSLA Past President = $0; Fee waived (NCSLA Bylaws Article I, Section 2)
• NCSLA Past President Spouse = $0; Fee waived
• Spouse/Guest (All Meals & Social Events) = $500 ($550 after May 9)
• Spouse/Guest (Tuesday President’s Luau Only) = $250 ($300 after May 9)
• Guest 3 – 20 Years Old = $300 ($350 after May 9)
• Guest 2 Years Old & Under = Fee waived
Conference Speaker – Government Member = Fee waived
Conference Speaker – Associate Member or Invitee = Fee Waiver ($695) = $300

If you are paying by check* please make it payable & mail to National Conference of State Liquor Administrators, 330 W 38th St, Suite 1105, New York, NY 10018 along with a copy of your registration. *Please note that payment by check is not available after May 30, 2025.*

CANCELLATION POLICY: All cancellations are subject to a $200.00 deduction per person. Due to contractual commitments, there will be NO REFUNDS AFTER May 30, 2025. NCSLA Federal Tax ID Number: 52-6043243.

ATTIRE: Attire for all scheduled business & social functions is business casual or resort wear. The average high/low temperatures in Maui, HI are 87° / 70° F, so be sure to pack for warm and sunny summer weather!

SPECIAL NEEDS: Please indicate any special needs on the registration form.

EXHIBITOR INFORMATION (Members only): the cost of one (1) 6 ft. table for two (2) consecutive conference days is $500 per table. If you would like to purchase exhibit space please complete the Exhibitor section on the registration form. Exhibitor is responsible for all charges and making arrangements. Contact Conference Planner Erin Dillard with ConferenceDirect at erin.dillard@conferencedirect.com and she will help coordinate and assist you with placing your internet, electrical and audio visual needs (e.g. cords, power strips, etc.) and arrange for direct billing with the hotel.

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LOOK WHO'S COMING!

Name Organization Title
Thomas Akras Alcohol, Tobacco, and Cannabis Commission for the State of Maryland Director, Legal and Legislative Division
Donovan Anderson Alcoholic Beverage & Cannabis Administration ABCA Board Chairman
Courtney Armour Distilled Spirits Council Chief Legal Officer
GERALD Bahouth County of Kauai - Department of Liquor Control Commissioner
Bruce Bailey Nebraska Liquor Control Commission Chairman
Jason BARKER Holland & Knight LLP Partner
Shauna Barnes Barnes Beverage Group Founding Partner
Debbi Beavers Kansas ABC Director
Steven Becker Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits EVP/Treasurer
Terri Beirne Wine Institute Eastern Counsel
Tyler Blackney Amazon Manager, Public Policy
Richard Blau GrayRobinson, P.A. Chair, Regulated Products Department
Michelle Bodian Disruptive Beverage Inc General Counsel & Head of Regulatory Affairs
Carrie Bonnington Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP Partner
Maggie Boyd Malkin Law Senior Compliance Specialist
Amanda Brace Future Proof Brands Compliance Manger
Dewey Brackin BrackinSchwartz PLLC Partner
Jeannie Bremer The Wine Group Vice President--Compliance and Public Policy
Eric Brewer Total Wine & More Senior Vice-President, Government Relations
Michael Brewer Alcoholic Beverage Consulting Service President
Mikayla Brewer HTTPS://CERTIFIEDALCOHOLTRAINING.COM COO
Brandi Brown Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass LLP Partner
Ginna Burrell Bass Berry & Sims Counsel
Clayton Byrd Amazon Senior Manager, Public Policy
Kristin Carlton Firstleaf Director, Compliance
LORI CARTER Oklahoma ABLE Commission Assistant Director/General Counsel/Public Information Officer
Mary Clarke Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America, Inc. Asst General Counsel
Lisa Clayborn Montana Alcoholic Beverage Control Division, MT DOR Outreach & Education Specialist
Roger Clayton Strike Kerr & Johns Partner
Jordan Cohen Brick and Mortar Legal PC Principal
Derek Correia ReserveBar Holdings Inc. CEO
Derek Correia ReserveBar Holdings Corp CEO
Ashley Cowgill Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP Counsel
Alicia Cronbach Cronbach Law Group PC Attorney
christopher curtin Republic National National Distributing Company Director of Regulatory Affairs
Danielle D'Alessandro Gopuff Sr. Director, Corporate Affairs
Jim Darwin eStrategy Solutions, Inc Consultant
Cynthia Davenport County of Hawaii - Liquor Control Liquor Adjudication Board Member
Samantha Davidson The Institute for Responsible Alcohol Policy President/Executive Director
Andy Deloney DISCUS Senior Vice President and Head of State Public Policy
Rodrigo Diaz Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board PLCB Executive Director
Kristina Dickens Christopoulos Dickens Partner
TODD DICKENSON County of Kauai - Department of Liquor Control ATTORNEY
Christine Dower McDermott Will & Emery Attorney
Lara Dunbar Reyes Beverage Group Vice President, Government Relations & Public Affairs
Kathie Durbin Alcohol Beverage Services Montgomery County, MD Director
Russ Elliott Colorado Liquor Enforcement Division Agent in Charge
PAUL ENDO County of Kauai - Department of Liquor Control Commissioner
Dacia English Montana Alcoholic Beverage Control Division, MT DOR Outreach and Education Coordinator
Kimberly Enriquez Pueblo of Pojoaque Alcohol and Beverage Commission PPABC Director
Lindsey Farina Skene Law Firm Shareholder
James Farrell BMI Brand Services President
Kathy Fierro Pueblo of Pojoaque Alcohol and Beverage Commission PPABC Chair Commissioner
Brian Fink Foster Garvey PC Associate
Curtis Franklin Illinois Liquor Control Commission Legislative Liaison
Kimberly Frost Martin Frost & Hill Shareholder
Max Fujii Foster Garvey PC Associate
Joseph Gaffney Colorado Liquor Enforcement Division Policy Advisor
Linda Gallegos Pueblo of Pojoaque Alcohol and Beverage Commission PPABC Commissioner
Emily Gant Foster Garvey PC Principal
Lisa Gardner Illinois Liquor Control Commission Executive Director
Jill Gautreaux Kean Miller Partner
Charles George Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of KY Executive Director
Christina Gomez GALLO VP, Risk & Compliance
Marisha Gonzalez National Conference of State Liquor Administrators (NCSLA) Program Associate
David Greenwell County of Hawaii - Liquor Control Liquor Commissioner
Rocky Gripton Idaho State Police ABC Bureau Chief
Steve Gross Wine Institute Vice President State Relations
Micki Hackenberger Wine & Spirit Wholesalers of Colorado Executive Director
Michelle Hale Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Attorney
Benjamin Halpert Gopuff Head of Regulated Products, Ethics & Compliance, Employee Relations, and People Operations
Stan Harris Louisiana Restaurant Association President & CEO
Katie Hatfield GALLO Manager Corporate Compliance
Nyssa Hatori County of Hawaii - Liquor Control Accountant/HR
Deatrice Henderson Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control Deputy Commissioner
Tom Henry Flaherty & O'Hara PC Managing Partner
Kyle Hill Martin Frost & Hill PC Attorney
Travis Hill Hunton Andrews Kurth Counsel
John Hinman Hinman & Carmichael LLP Partner
Sylvia Ho Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Maui Liquor Commissioner
Bahaneh Hobel Dickenson Peatman & Fogarty Partner, Head of Alcohol Beverage Law and Compliance
Mark Honda Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Maui Liquor Control Adjudication Board Member
Annette Hooper Pueblo of Pojoaque Alcohol and Beverage Commission PPABC Commissioner
Victoria Horton California Beer & Beverage Distributors CEO/President
Michael Hughes County of Hawaii - Liquor Control Liquor Adjudication Board Member
Neal Insley NABCA President and CEO
Sally Jefferson Wine Institute Director, Western States
Melani Johns Strike Kerr & Johns Partner
Susan Johnson Foster Garvey PC Principal
Jerry Jolly HTTPS://CERTIFIEDALCOHOLTRAINING.COM President/CEO
Anne Junia Powell Junia PC Partner
Jarrett Kaho'ohanohano Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Deputy Director
Ken Kast DoorDash, Inc. Senior Counsel
Erin Kelleher Hinman & Carmichael LLP Partner
Tom Kerr Strike Kerr & Johns Partner
Salika Khangsengsing Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Secretary to Boards/Commissions
John Kim Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Maui Liquor Control Adjudication Board Member
Brandon King Vermont Liquor and Lottery Deputy Chief of Enforcement
Edgar Korzeniowski Griffith & Hughes, PLLC Senior Attorney
Mark Koslowe Buchman Law Firm LLP Managing Partner
Jeremy Kruidenier Wine and Spirits Distributors of Illinois Executive Director and General Counsel
Elizabeth Kruis Live Nation Entertainment Senior Vice President - Legal
Barbara Kwon The Danow Group Partner
Lu Ann Lankford-Faborito Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Maui Liquor Control Adjudication Board Member
Geralyn Lasher Wine Institute Director, Great Lakes States
Linda LeFebvre E-Seek by Veridos Director U.S. Sales
Koby Licciardo Nowadays SVP of Sales
HUNTER LIMBAUGH Wine Institute Southeastern Counsel
Rhonda Loo Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Vice Chair, Maui Liquor Control Adjudication Board
Rob Mago Accela, Inc. Account Director
Ryan Malkin Malkin Law Attorney
Alva Mather McDermott Will & Emery Partner
Patrice Matsumoto Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Vice Chair, Maui Liquor Commissioner
GERALD Matsunaga County of Kauai - Department of Liquor Control Commissioner
Steve Matt eStrategy Solutions, Inc. VP/COO
Suzie McCormack Republic National Distributing Company LLC Legal
Don McGehee Michigan Liquor Control Commission Division Chief Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement Division, Michigan Attorney General
Jeffrey McKenzie Dentons Attorney at Law
Dawn McNeely Terlato Wines International Director Regulatory Affairs
Stephanie Meier Amazon Sr. Corp. Counsel - Alcohol
Jacqueline Mette State of Delaware Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner
Renee Metz NC ABC Commission Assistant General Counsel
Claire Mitchell Foster Garvey PC Principal
Neal Morris McBrayer PLLC Attorney
Ed Muldoon WineKey General Manager
Gary Murai Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Chair, Maui Liquor Control Adjudication Board
Patrick Murphy Diageo North America, Inc. Director & Senior Counsel
Robert Myers Associated Beer Distributors of Illinois President
Robert Myers Associated Beer Distributors of Illinois President
Rithik Nair WineDirect Fulfillment, Inc. Compliance Manager
Bentley Nettles GrayRobinson Independant consultant
Michael Newman Holland & Knight LLP Partner
Jennifer Niesen Christopoulos Dickens Senior Associate
Caroline O'Connell Caroline O'Connell Law, LLC Founder
Melody O'Connell The Duckhorn Portfolio Director, Regulatory Compliance
Robert O'Hara Flahery & O'Hara, P.C. Founder & Senior Counsel
Sean O'Leary O'Leary Law and Policy Group, LLC President
Chad Pacheco County of Kauai - Department of Liquor Control Commissioner
Snehal Patel Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Chair, Maui Liquor Commission
Michael Phibbs Colorado Department of Revenue Senior Director
Rob Pinson Adams and Reese LLP Partner
Harlan Powell Powell Junia PC Partner
Angel Quintana Pueblo of Pojoaque Alcohol and Beverage Commission PPABC Vice chair Commissioner
Carrie Rand Anastasiades Wine Institute Director of Northeast States
GERALD RAPOZO County of Kauai - Department of Liquor Control Director
Curtis Raulinaitis Anheuser-Busch Director, State Government Affairs
Kelly Roberson Center for Alcohol Policy Executive Director
Richard Rost Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
Caleb Rowe Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Deputy Corporation Counsel
Tyler Rudd Wine Institute Central States Counsel
Kara Ruecker Amazon Director, Public Policy
Christy Rupe Nebraska Liquor Control Commission Chief Cooke Baker
Hobert Rupe Nebraska Liquor Control Commission Executive Director
Matt Saltzman Saltzman Mugan Dushoff, PLLC Managing Shareholder
Ryan Saxe Saltzman Mugan Dushoff Shareholder
Doug Schinkel State of South Dakota Director of Business Tax
Marcus Schwartz BrackinSchwartz PLLC Attorney
Audra Shughart Kansas Alcoholic Beverage Control Licensing Manager
Katie Sieverding SD Beer Distributors Executive Vice President
Layne Silva Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Director
Rebecca Smith Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board Director of Licensing & Regulation
ERIK SMOOT Oklahoma ABLE Commission Captain, Alcohol and Tobacco Education Unit & Trade Practices Unit
Angela Spivey Alston & Bird LLP Partner
Rebecca Stamey-White Stamey-White, APC Principal Attorney
Alan Steen Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, LLC Vice President, Government Affairs
Rebecca Stolberg California Beer & Beverage Distributors Vice President
Catherine Sullivan The Duckhorn Portfolio Vice President, Deputy General Counsel
GERALD TAKASE COUNTY OF HAWAII - LIQUOR CONTROL DIRECTOR
Victoria Takayesu-Hamilton Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Corporation Counsel
Russell Thomas Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission Director
Sarah Thorowgood Accela, Inc. Marketing Events Director
Trey Tomlinson Tomlinson Law Attorney
Cassandra Tourre Computronix (U.S.A.), Inc. Business Development Manager
Christie Trenholme Maui Dept. of Liquor Control Deputy Corporation Counsel
Robert Ueoka Bishop Street Law Group Attorney
Lynn Walding Diageo North America Executive Director Control States
Andrew Walleck WineKey CEO
Kristina Warren Montana Dept. of Revenue Attorney
Bart Watson Brewers Association President & CEO
Laura Wentling Ready Training, Inc Government Affairs manager
Shawn Whyte Diageo Government Relations Manager
Lorene Williams Brydon, Swearengen & England Senior Licensing/Compliance Paralegal
Mary Beth Williams Williams Compliance President
Risa Williams Arizona Department of Liquor Lieutenant
Mike Wittenwyler Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. Attorney
Brian Wolf New Belgium Brewing Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel
Zamira Zapata Diageo Associate General Counsel

 
 
 

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