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Our mission

Independent by ownership. United by purpose.

Independent stores need a reliable collective voice and real access to resources. LSOAA is being built to provide both, by and for the people who run the stores.
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Mission statement

To unite, support and strengthen independent liquor retailers across America through collective advocacy, practical education, valuable business relationships and a trusted national community.

Why LSOAA

A working association, not a glossy club.

Independent liquor stores carry real weight in their communities, yet most owners face rising costs, complex rules and long hours on their own. Large chains have purchasing departments, lawyers and lobbyists. A single-store owner usually has a phone and a to-do list.

LSOAA exists to close that gap: to give owners a shared voice where retail rules are made, a trusted place to find vetted help, and a network of people who understand the work.

Owners of every background are welcome. What we share is the work.

What we're built around

Protect. Save. Grow. Connect.

  • Protect

    Bring owner realities into conversations about licensing, regulation and retail rules, and help members find qualified compliance support.

  • Save

    Work toward fairer terms on payments, insurance, equipment and services by bringing member demand together.

  • Grow

    Practical education, technology guidance and planning help for owners who want to build or pass on their business.

  • Connect

    A national network of owners who understand the work, so fewer decisions are made alone.

Core principles

How we intend to operate.

  • 01

    Owner-first priorities

    Programs are shaped by what members say they need, not by what sponsors want to sell.

  • 02

    Responsible retailing

    We support lawful, responsible sales, age verification and safe communities.

  • 03

    Transparency

    Planned programs are labelled as planned. Nothing is claimed before it is real.

  • 04

    Compliance

    We respect state-by-state law and seek qualified legal review for programs and partnerships.

  • 05

    Voluntary membership

    Joining is a choice. LSOAA is a trade association in formation, not a labor union.

  • 06

    Independence

    Members keep full control of their own pricing, suppliers and business decisions.

Where things stand

An association being built in the open.

LSOAA is in formation. Here is what is open now and what is still being prepared.

  1. Founding applications

    Open now

    Owners in all 50 states can apply now. Every application is reviewed.

  2. Governance and bylaws

    In preparation

    The association's structure, membership rules and leadership process are being prepared.

  3. Membership levels and dues

    Being finalized

    Levels, inclusions and dues will be published once approved.

  4. State chapters

    Planned

    Chapters will be listed only once they are formally organized.

Leadership

Founders and board.

Profile to be published

Once confirmed and approved

Profile to be published

Once confirmed and approved

Profile to be published

Once confirmed and approved

Names, roles and photos of LSOAA's founders and board will appear here once they are confirmed for publication.

Your store. Your future. Our voice.

Apply to join the movement and help shape the next chapter for independent liquor store owners.

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