Dimitrios G. Christopoulos to Discuss FTC v. Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits and Its Impact on Pricing and Quantity Discounts/Rebates in ABDI’s Leadership Education Series, Featuring Guest Counsel on FTC Matters

Dimitrios G. Christopoulos and Brian McCalmon will discuss the interplay between FTC regulations and quantity discounts/rebates as part of a two-part series for the Associated Beer Distributors of Illinois’ (ABDI) Leadership Education Series on Wednesday, March 11, at 8 am CT. During the session, Dimitri and Brian will examine how these pricing practices function within structures addressed under Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidance.
This presentation is for ABDI members only. Members will receive the materials and link on Tuesday, March 10.

Christopoulos Law Group attorneys prepare a monthly presentation on trending industry topics on behalf of ABDI. Part II of the FTC and Quantity Discount/Rebates interplay will occur on Wednesday, April 15.

Dimitri has extensive experience representing suppliers, importers, distributors and retailers before federal, state and local regulatory commissions. Clients seek his unique and intricate understanding of all aspects of the beverage alcohol and hospitality industry in Chicago, throughout Illinois and nationwide. He is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and has taught other attorneys on industry issues for continuing legal education.

Brian McCalmon has nearly three decades of experience navigating government investigations and high-stakes, business-critical disputes. He guides clients through complex antitrust, consumer protection and regulatory matters, represents them in M&A and conduct antitrust investigations and defends corporations in lawsuits alleging antitrust violations.

ABDI is the unified voice of beer distributors in Illinois, dedicated to advocating for the interests of beer wholesalers and their employees. Committed to upholding the integrity of the three-tier system, ABDI promotes responsible beer sales and consumption throughout the state. Learn more about ABDI here.

Excerpt: Dimitri will discuss quantity discounts and rebates as part of ABDI’s Leadership Education Series on Wednesday, March 11.