Our Story
In 1946, G. Louis Vitale risked everything he had to found G&M Distributors, Inc. His first supplier was the Schlitz Brewery of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Vitale named the company after his family “G” (Guy) and “M” (Marguerite, Margot, Mike, and Marcia).
After its humble beginnings in Galesburg, Illinois the company expanded into various beverages and bottling companies. The company remains headquartered in Galesburg and now represents over 30 suppliers including Anheuser-Busch, The Gallo Family, PepsiCo, Pabst Brewing, and others.
Guy L. Vitale, Jr. served as the company’s general manager from 1973 – 2010. He returned to the family business following time in the U.S. Peace Corps (Equador). Guy also spent time in St. Louis, MO as a history teacher and football coach, while obtaining a Masters in Business Administration from Washington University.
Guy was well known for G&M in the beverage industry and community. He also had a reputation as a community servant. He donated his time and money to numerous local charities.
Adam G. Vitale is the company’s current President. He returned to the Galesburg area in January 2008. He has industry experience with Republic-National Distributing Co. of Washington, DC. Additionally, Adam obtained his Masters in Business Administration from Pepperdine University.
The company services a twenty-four county region in western Illinois and remains family owned. G&M is still true to its core values of taking care of its family of employees. The company continues to be an integral part of its community and consistently gives back.
We’re proud of our family of employees, our history, and our community.
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Tomorrow at 4:00 pm is the deadline for getting to select your t-shirt size when purchasing tickets for Prom with a Purpose!
Prom with a Purpose is on Saturday, April 1st from 6:00 pm- 10:00 pm and will include music by Jera and the Absoluts, a free dessert table and food for purchase from Shawdaddy’s, alcohol samplings from G & M Distributors, Inc., a liquor pull, games and MUCH MORE!
Purchase your tickets today before it is too late:
https://unitedway-knoxcounty.org/prom-with-a-purpose
Thank you to our amazing 2023 Trailblazer Sponsors Daves Auto Body/ Masters Educational Services, F&M Bank, and G & M Distributors, Inc.!
☘️ G & M Distributors, Inc. will be popping in to celebrate St. Paddy’s with us! ☘️
Starting at 5pm, they’ll be on hand to share Nutrl and Kona samples while giving away some cool swag!
You definitely won’t need the luck o’ the Irish to enjoy yourself. Just show up for dinner or drinks, and let us take care of you!
“Culture is everything.”
“Talking to others in a different business can help shape yours.”
The CEO ‘23 team had a great conversation this morning with the president of G & M Distributors, Inc., Adam Vitale.
Absolute barrel full of wisdom and advice these are not close will benefit from for years to come.
Thank you Adam for being one of the original investors and bringing the CEO program to Knox County and for continuing to invest to make sure that it grows stronger each year.
Thank you for pouring into these young entrepreneurs today!
🏆A huge THANK YOU to all the local businesses who have donated prizes for BURGO! 🏆 There is no prize too small. These sponsors have sold food in the taproom during BURGO, donated $5+ gift cards, Glassware, t-shirts, food items, koozies, gift baskets, swag, and more! Reach out to us if you would like to donate and be promoted during BURGO! as well. Come see us this week:
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Cornucopia Natural Market & Deli - Extreme Car Wash - jimmys pizza - Hy-Vee - Natural Healing of Galesburg - Prairie Moon Farm - Henn House BBQ Catering and Food Truck - G & M Distributors, Inc. - Alzheimer's Association - Lieber's Boxcar Express - 156 East - Hidden Hills Vineyard and Winery
It's TODAY! Who's ready for Craft Beer, BBQ, great food, shopping, entertainment and more! Don't miss Craftapalooza 2023! TODAY at Flight Deck Bar & Grill at CSC in Rochelle From 11am-2pm!
Bring your appetite and thirst, FREE to attend! FREE Craft Beer samples/tastings from local Brewery’s, including Lena Brewing Company, Byers Brewing Company, Backpocket Brewing, DESTIHL Brewery & Riggs Beer Company with G & M Distributors, Inc. PLUS great food from Ralfie's BBQ and Catering, The Flight Deck, CheeseKake Ko. Brandi's Berries, Fireside Bakery, Sweet Butts Cotton Candy & make your own pretzels!
Shop local vendors: AM and PM H**p Farm, Midwestern Clothing Company, Tupperware, Pink Zebra Beth Kvool, Rural Earth Creations, Kinzee-Doo Custom Creations, Koke Country Wood Creations, Pirate Mom Soapworks, Mary Kay (Wendi Schafer), Two Hens in a Barn, Down Range LLC, Hydro Air Technologies Janesville WI, Josh Williams - COUNTRY Financial, Lori Ortman Crafts, Fireside Bakery, Bark About It and MORE!
Bring the kids to stuff a pet with Teddy Mountain Rockford IL, and Studio C Dance will be performing, plus LIVE music from Dan Maquire!
Something for everyone, eat, drink and shop all in one place at Craftapalooza FREE to attend with YOUR Number 1 Choice for Country 102.3 The Coyote, The Best of the 70s 80s & 90s SuperHits 93.5 & Flight Deck Bar & Grill at CSC!
We’re featuring Stone Hill Winery Steinberg Red in our New York Sour.
You can sample the wine tonight, along with several other beverages, between 6-7pm. G & M Distributors, Inc. will be here sampling some Valentine’s options, spring releases, and old favorites.
And, don’t forget, our Valentine’s specials begin tonight.
Stop in for samples. Grab a cocktail. Enjoy some food. Indulge in dessert.
It's tomorrow! Craft Beer, BBQ, great food, shopping, entertainment and more! Don't miss Craftapalooza 2023! Tomorrow (Saturday) at The Flight Deck Bar & Grill at CSC in Rochelle! From 11am-2pm.
Bring your appetite and thirst, FREE to attend! FREE Craft Beer samples/tastings from local Brewery’s, including Lena Brewing Company, Byers Brewing Company, Backpocket Brewing, DESTIHL Brewery & Riggs Beer Company with G & M Distributors, Inc. PLUS great food from Ralfie's BBQ and Catering, The Flight Deck, CheeseKake Ko. Brandi's Berries, Fireside Bakery, Sweet Butts Cotton Candy & make your own pretzels!
Shop local vendors: AM and PM H**p Farm, Midwestern Clothing Company, Tupperware, Pink Zebra Beth Kvool, Rural Earth Creations, Kinzee-Doo Custom Creations, Koke Country Wood Creations, Pirate Mom Soapworks, Mary Kay (Wendi Schafer), Two Hens in a Barn, Down Range LLC, Hydro Air Technologies Janesville WI, Josh Williams - COUNTRY Financial, Lori Ortman Crafts, Fireside Bakery, Bark About It and MORE!
Bring the kids to stuff a pet with Teddy Mountain Rockford IL, and Studio C Dance will be performing, plus LIVE music from Dan Maquire!
Something for everyone, eat, drink and shop all in one place at Craftapalooza FREE to attend with YOUR Number 1 Choice for Country 102.3 The Coyote, The Best of the 70s 80s & 90s SuperHits 93.5 & Flight Deck Bar & Grill at CSC!
🍷🍺 Come get a taste! 🍺🍷
G & M Distributors, Inc. will be sharing samples of these Valentine’s sippers, spring releases, and a couple old favorites this Friday, February 10 from 6-7pm.
After you taste, enjoy $3 off a bottle of Stone Hill Steinberg Red and $1 off Lena Chocolate Covered Strawberries!
And, don’t forget, our Valentine’s special start Friday evening!
Don't miss Craftapalooza 2023! 1 WEEK from today at Flight Deck Bar & Grill at CSC in Rochelle! Saturday February 11th 11am-2pm. Bring your appetite and thirst, FREE to attend! FREE Craft Beer samples/tastings from local Brewery’s, including Lena Brewing Company, Byers Brewing Company, Backpocket Brewing, DESTIHL Brewery & Riggs Beer Company with G & M Distributors, Inc. PLUS great food from Ralfie's BBQ and Catering, The Flight Deck, CheeseKake Ko., Brandi's Berries & make your own pretzels!
Shop local vendors: AM and PM H**p Farm, Midwestern Clothing Company, Tupperware, Pink Zebra Beth Kvool, Rural Earth Creations, Kinzee-Doo Custom Creations, Koke Country Wood Creations, Pirate Mom Soapworks, Shane Huber - State Farm Insurance Agent, Mary Kay (Wendi Schafer), Two Hens in a Barn, Down Range LLC, Hydro Air Technologies Janesville WI, Josh Williams - COUNTRY Financial, Lori Ortman Crafts, Fireside Bakery, Bark About It and MORE!
Bring the kids to stuff a pet with Teddy Mountain Rockford IL, and Studio C Dance will be performing!
Something for everyone, eat, drink and shop all in one place at Craftapalooza FREE to attend with YOUR Number 1 Choice for Country 102.3 The Coyote, The Best of the 70s 80s & 90s SuperHits 93.5 & Flight Deck Bar & Grill at CSC!
Don't miss Craftapalooza 3 weeks from today at The Flight Deck Bar & Grill at CSC in Rochelle, Saturday February 11th 11am-2pm. Bring your appetite and thirst, FREE to attend! FREE Craft Beer samples/tastings from local Brewery’s, including Lena Brewing Company, Byers Brewing Company, Backpocket Brewing, DESTIHL Brewery & Riggs Beer Company with G & M Distributors, Inc. PLUS great food from Ralfie's BBQ and Catering, The Flight Deck, CheeseKake Ko., Brandi's Berries & make your own pretzels
Shop local vendors: AM and PM H**p Farm, Midwestern Clothing Company, Tupperware, Pink Zebra Beth Kvool, Rural Earth Creations, Simply Aesthetic, Kinzee-Doo Custom Creations, Koke Country Wood Creations, Pirate Mom Soapworks, Shane Huber - State Farm Insurance Agent, Mary Kay (Wendi Schafer), Two Hens in a Barn, Down Range LLC, Hydro Air Technologies Janesville WI, Josh Williams - COUNTRY Financial, Lori Ortman Crafts, Fireside Bakery and MORE!
Bring the kids to stuff a pet with Teddy Mountain Rockford IL, and Studio C Dance will be performing!
Something for everyone, eat, drink and shop all in one place at Craftapalooza FREE to attend with YOUR Number 1 Choice for Country 102.3 The Coyote, The Best of the 70s 80s & 90s SuperHits 93.5 & Flight Deck Bar & Grill at CSC!
Don't miss Craftapalooza 3 weeks from today at The Flight Deck Bar & Grill at CSC in Rochelle! Saturday February 11th 11am-2pm. Bring your appetite and thirst, FREE to attend! FREE Craft Beer samples/tastings from local Brewery’s, including Lena Brewing Company, Byers Brewing Company, Backpocket Brewing, DESTIHL Brewery & Riggs Beer Company with G & M Distributors, Inc. PLUS great food from Ralfie's BBQ and Catering, The Flight Deck, CheeseKake Ko., Brandi's Berries & make your own pretzels!
Shop local vendors: AM and PM H**p Farm, Midwestern Clothing Company, Tupperware, Pink Zebra Beth Kvool, Rural Earth Creations, Simply Aesthetic, Kinzee-Doo Custom Creations, Koke Country Wood Creations, Pirate Mom Soapworks, Shane Huber - State Farm Insurance Agent, Mary Kay (Wendi Schafer), Two Hens in a Barn, Down Range LLC, Hydro Air Technologies Janesville WI, Josh Williams - COUNTRY Financial, Lori Ortman Crafts, Fireside Bakery and MORE!
Bring the kids to stuff a pet with Teddy Mountain Rockford IL, and Studio C Dance will be performing!
Something for everyone, eat, drink and shop all in one place at Craftapalooza FREE to attend with YOUR Number 1 Choice for Country 102.3 The Coyote, The Best of the 70s 80s & 90s SuperHits 93.5 & Flight Deck Bar & Grill at CSC!
Craftapalooza is coming up Saturday February 11th from 11am till 2pm at The Flight Deck Bar & Grill at CSC in Rochelle! Something for everyone, shop local crafters, vendors and local businesses, sample craft beer from local brewery’s, great food from make your own pretzels, Cheesecake from CheeseKake Ko. to local BBQ from Ralfie's BBQ and Catering and full menu from The Flight Deck Bar & Grill. PLUS live music AND it’s all FREE to attend with 102.3 The Coyote!
Along with Lena Brewing Company, G & M Distributors, Inc. – featuring Backpocket, Desthil and Riggs & Byers Brewing Company AND so much MORE!