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About Us
Our Story
As the trade association dedicated to promoting the preservation and advancement of Ohio’s non-alcoholic beverage industry, the Ohio Beverage Association (formerly the Ohio Soft Drink Association) is the voice for bottling firms, manufacturers and beverage companies across Ohio. OhioBev’s work creates a unified body within the beverage industry to support legislative and regulatory issues affecting the industry, while supplying the public and policymakers with timely and accurate information.
Ohio’s beverage industry is a growing business that employs thousands of workers throughout the state, invests in communities and contributes more than one billion dollars annually in state and federal taxes. Our members offer consumers a myriad of brands, flavors and packaging choices and a full range of drink options: soft drinks, diet soft drinks, ready-to-drink teas, bottled waters, water beverages, 100 percent juice, juice drinks, sports drinks and energy drinks.
Collectively, our members have taken action and embraced innovation. Our efforts have cut calories in beverages and promoted the importance of a balanced diet and exercise in schools. We have made environmental stewardship a priority in industry operations, while searching for more ways to become even more environmentally conscious. We strive to communicate more effectively about our products and how they fit into a balanced lifestyle.
Please explore our site and learn more about Ohio’s beverage industry.
Our Staff
Kimberly McConville, CAE
Executive Director
Kimberly represents the interests of the Ohio non-alcoholic beverage industry in all legislative and regulatory matters. Kimberly’s knowledge of legislative affairs, coupled with her financial expertise, allows her to serve as a liaison between the beverage industry, local and state government, and the public, to promote and maintain the general welfare of the beverage industry.
Kimberly serves on the board of Keep Ohio Beautiful and The Ohio Society of Association Executives. She also serves on the Ohio EPA Materials Management Advisory Council and the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board.
Kimberly holds a B.A. in politics and government from Ohio Wesleyan University. She lives in Westerville, Ohio.
Q&A
Q: How long have you worked in this industry?
A: I became OhioBev’s Executive Director in 2003.
Q: What led you to this industry?
A: The chance to represent stellar employers and community partners.
Q: What is your favorite beverage?
A: 1.) Coca-Cola: Diet Coke 2.) Keurig Dr Pepper: Bai Bubbles 3.) Pepsi: Bubly Pineapple
Q: What is your hidden talent?
A: I am a champion pie baker!
Contact Information
Phone: (614) 442-1803
Fax: (614) 442-1830
Email: kimberly@ohiobeverage.com
Martha Mattson
Membership Services Manager
Q: How long have you worked in this industry?
A: I am a new addition to the Ohio Beverage Association in 2023, but have worked in the world of not-for-profit groups and associations for the past 20+ years.
Q: What led you to this industry?
A: I’ve known of the Ohio Beverage Association and executive director Kimberly McConville for several years. I am pleased to have the opportunity to work with her and the OhioBev members that so strongly support Ohio’s communities.
Q: What is your favorite beverage?
A: Coca-Cola: Coke Original Taste; Keurig Dr Pepper: Bai Nariño Peach Tea; Pepsi: Pure Leaf Honey Green Tea
Q: What is your hidden talent?
A: I love to knit scarves and hats!
Board of Directors
Sam Meiner
President
Ohio Market Unit Vice President
Coca-Cola Consolidated
4500 Groves Rd. Columbus, OH 43232
Katy Fonde
Member
Area Sales Manager (Huber Heights)
Coca-Cola Consolidated
1000 Coca-Cola Blvd. Huber Heights, OH 45424
W. Todd Marty
Member
Sr. Director, Public Affairs & Sustainability
Coca-Cola Consolidated
5000 West 25th St., Indianapolis, IN 46224
Brad Stevens
Member
District Manager
Keurig Dr Pepper
3131 Transportation Road, Dayton, Ohio 45404
Shana Jones
Member
Zone Director (Cincinnati & Fairborn)
PepsiCo Beverages North America
2121 Sunnybrook Dr., Cincinnati, OH 43219
Orlando McDonald
Member
Plant Manager
PepsiCo Beverages North America
3245 Hill Ave. Toledo, OH 43607
Frank Buda
Member
Zone Director (Cleveland/Northern OH)
PepsiCo Beverages North America
1999 Enterprise Pkwy. Twinsburg, OH 44087
Rick Kaplan
Member
Sr. VP Marketing Strategy
G&J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers Inc.
1241 Gibbard Ave. Columbus, OH 43219
John Rybarczyk
Member
VP Sales and Services, Central Market Unit
Coca-Cola Consolidated
5100 Duck Creek Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45227
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