DDC expands
After outgrowing its original warehouse, DDC makes its first move to the former Strang Mill Building.DDC relocates
The warehouse relocates to the former Fortune Building in Mechanicville.
On the move again
The former Mastrianni Coal Yard becomes the new site of the DDC warehouse.
Carmine DeCrescente Sr. becomes President
Carm, as he is affectionately known by so many is promoted to President. He is shown here with his loving wife Mary, who played an integral role in the company over the years.
Angelo DeCrescente retires
After 27 years, Angelo steps down from the flourishing business that he built from the ground up. Pictured from left to right: Angelo, Carmine Sr., Carmine Jr. (C.J.) and Carmine III.
Acquisition of Cordone Distributing
DDC gains the rights to Miller in Schenectady County.
Carmine DeCrescente Jr. (C.J.) begins to work at DeCrescente
C.J. joins his father Carmine Sr. at the family company. The same year, the warehouse moves again to the former government building on Upper North Main Street in Mechanicville.
Acquisition of T.J. Kennedy Distributing Co.
DDC gains the rights to Heineken in Saratoga County after these key acquisitions.
Acquisition of A.J. Farone Distributing Co.
DDC gains the rights to Molson in Saratoga County.
1 million cases sold
This milestone was reached the same year that DDC acquired Gateway Beverage, gaining the rights to Pabst & Piels in Schenectady County.
Warehouse Operations moves to its current site
The same year that the new warehouse was constructed, DDC acquires E&D Beverage, giving them the rights to Molson and Pabst in Albany County.
Acquisition of J-Mar Distributing
DDC gains the rights to Miller brands in Washington & Warren counties.
The Non-alcoholic Division is established
DDC shakes things up with the launch of their New Age Division.
DDC Nets New Soft Drink Brands
DDC gains the rights to Saratoga Water & Arizona Beverages.
Acquisition of Keis Distributing Co. and Fitzgerald Brothers
DDC gains the rights of Miller, Heineken, and Diageo in Albany, Rensselaer and Columbia counties as well as the rights to the Coors & Corona brands in 9 of their 11 counties.
Acquisition of Burken Distributing and Eveready Beverage Co.
DDC gains the rights to RC Cola in all 11 of its counties as well as Miller and Molson in Greene County.
Acquisition of Amsterdam Distributing Co.
DDC gains the rights to Pabst and Piels in Fulton, Montgomery, and Schoharie counties. The same year, DDC wins the first of six Coors President's Awards.
Carmine DeCrescente Jr. (C.J.) becomes President
Prior to becoming President, C.J. worked various positions within the company, including Sales Rep, Supervisor and General Manager. The same year, DDC acquires the Russo Bros, giving them the rights to Snapple in Saratoga, Schenectady, Washington, Fulton, and Montgomery counties.
4 Straight Founders Awards
DDC is the first and only distributor to win the Coors Founders Award four years in a row as the top Coors distributor in the nation.
A tornado hits DDC
The tornado caused more than $3 million in damage to DDC buildings, its fleet and inventory. The warehouse was only closed for one day as operations ensured customers were minimally affected.
The Craft Beer Division is established
The purchase of Black Forest kicks off the Craft & Specialty Division at DeCrescente. DDC goes on to win the Craft Distributor of the Year Award in 2013.
DDC wins global award
DDC wins the Beverage World's Wholesaler of the Year Award. The same year, they acquire Northern Distributing, giving them the rights to Labatt, Sierra Nevada, and Genesee in Rensselaer and Albany counties.
DDC gains rights to Heineken & Diageo in Washington & Warren Counties
The same year, Carmine DeCrescente Sr. is awarded the Miller Legends Award and the organization wins the Diageo Golden Bar Award.
Matt DeCrescente & Carmine DeCrescente III join the family business
Both men continued on to work various positions throughout the company. Matt focused on using digital solutions to streamline business practices, while Carmine excelled in communications and building strategic business partner relationships.
DDC wins the Miller High Life Achievement Award
This is the third time the company received the honor in five years. DDC also wins the Heineken Red Star Award this year.
DDC is the first Distributor in NY State to receive the SHARP Certification
SHARP (Safety & Health Achievement Recognition Program), is a certification through OSHA that recognizes small businesses that operate an exemplary injury and illness prevention program.
DDC Begins Best Places to Work Win Streak
DDC is proud to have won this award for 15 consecutive years and credits the family-like culture as a top reason they continue to receive the honor.
DDC acquires the rights to Polar and Cadbury brands in all 11 counties
The same year, DDC also acquires the rights to Coors, Corona, and Moosehead brands in Washington and Warren counties.
New Sales & Marketing Building and Point of Sale & Service Warehouse allow for continued growth
Just across the street from the main headquarters, these two buildings total 53,050 sq. ft. combined. The conference room in the Sales & Marketing Building seats up to 150 people and allows DDC to host large trainings and events.
The Wine & Spirits Division is established
DDC expands its impressive portfolio to now include wine, spirits, canned cocktails and more.
DDC Acquires All Heineken Rights
DDC acquires the remaining rights to Heineken in their 11 county footprint.
DDC ACQUIRES RIGHTS TO COCA-COLA
DDC Acquires the rights to Coca-Cola Bag-in-Box for fountain soda dispensing systems.
DDC ACQUIRES CARBONIC SERVICES
This acquisition of a beverage dispensing gas company helped DDC's Service Department become the best-in-class operation it is today.
A brewery opens on-site
The brewery began as a way to train employees, but since has expanded to retailer training as well as team building activities.
Carmine DeCrescente III is appointed Vice President
Prior to becoming VP, Carmine worked various positions throughout the company including Brand Manager, Human Resource Manager, and VP of Distributor Services.
C.J. DeCrescente Wins Molson Coors Legends Award
Like his father before him, C.J. joined Molson Coors’ elite, and to our knowledge the two became the only father-son legend team in the business!
DDC wins Family-Owned Business Award
The Albany Business Review honors DDC as the best family-owned business in the New York State Capital Region.
DDC breaks ground on 66,000 sq. ft. addition to the warehouse
DDC begins its largest facility expansion in 10 years, bringing the warehouse to a total of 258,000 sq. ft. and our headquarters building to 325,000 sq. ft.
DDC acquires distribution rights for Wise Chips
Wise is one of the nation’s largest producers of snacks, including their iconic Golden Original potato chips, Ridgies, Cheez Doodles, Onion Rings, Popcorn and more.
Warehouse expansion completed
DDC completes its warehouse expansion, adding 15 additional loading docks and giving our Fleet Technicians and Service Departments more space to operate.
DDC celebrates 75 years in business
DDC celebrated its 75th anniversary with a full year of employee events, culminating in a companywide summer celebration where one lucky employee won a brand-new Jeep Wrangler!