Building a better beverage industry since 1920

Building a better beverage industry since 1920

Who We Are

The Illinois Beverage Association is a powerful network of companies that manufacture and distribute the most popular, innovative, non-alcoholic beverages of every kind. The IBA and its members strengthen Illinois’ economy by providing quality jobs, making major tax contributions, championing environmental sustainability, and strengthening communities across the State through local partnerships and charitable giving. We are an inclusive association that draws strength from our shared commitment to quench America’s thirst, promote economic opportunity, champion environmental sustainability and responsibility, advocate for supportive business policies in the non-alcoholic beverage industry, and encourage a healthy live-work environment throughout Illinois

Who We Are

The Illinois Beverage Association is a powerful network of companies that manufacture and distribute the most popular, innovative, non-alcoholic beverages of every kind. The IBA and its members strengthen Illinois’ economy by providing quality jobs, making major tax contributions, championing environmental sustainability, and strengthening communities across the State through local partnerships and charitable giving. We are an inclusive association that draws strength from our shared commitment to quench America’s thirst, promote economic opportunity, champion environmental sustainability and responsibility, advocate for supportive business policies in the non-alcoholic beverage industry, and encourage a healthy live-work environment throughout Illinois.

CONSUMER-FOCUSED

IBA is a statewide association that has been serving thirst-quenching, non-alcoholic beverages to Illinoisans everywhere for over 100 years.

ENVIRONMENTAL CHAMPION

Our member organizations are proven leaders in environmental stewardship. The IBA works together to develop sustainable solutions to the most pressing environmental issues facing the beverage industry, including water and energy conservation, fleet fuel consumption, ethical/sustainable packaging, and effective recycling programs.

BUSINESS INNOVATOR

The IBA brings together experienced teams from 11 organizations across the state to respond to public opinion, regional economic conditions, industry trends, and policy with innovative business solutions that benefit residents throughout Illinois. These solutions expand consumer choice, promote healthier beverage options, and enable smarter service delivery.

ECONOMIC ENGINE

The IBA recognizes its members as key economic drivers across Illinois, directly and indirectly supporting more than 202,000 high-quality jobs statewide.

COMMUNITY ADVOCATE

We directly engage with local organizations and communities across all territories—from Marion to Chicago—as volunteers and major financial contributors. Together, Illinois beverage companies and their employees contribute more than $192.2 million to charitable causes statewide.

TRUSTED PARTNER

The IBA partners with local and state government, residents, and the broader business community to strengthen consumer education and awareness on issues such as nutritional health—advancing public health while protecting jobs, small businesses, and working families.

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