Our Legacy: 51 Years of Family Tradition

Valley Distributing Corporation has proudly served the beverage industry for over 51 years. As a family-owned business, we believe success comes from more than just moving products — it comes from building trust, supporting our community, and representing brands with care. From national favorites to local craft breweries, we connect people with the beverages they love while delivering the service and reliability our partners count on every day.

David L. Hutchinson, Sr

Our Team

Meet the passionate individuals behind Valley Distributing.

John Swanson
Sales Manager

John joined the Valley team in 2002 not long after graduating from Virginia Tech. As the leader of the Valley sales team, John is responsible for fulfilling the expectations of our suppliers and ensuring that we provide each client with the best service possible.

Monty Delp
Territory Sales Supervisor

Since his arrival in 2004, Monty worked his way up through the ranks as driver and salesman and now Supervisor. With years of experience and a thorough knowledge of the beer trade, Monty is standing by for all your needs in Salem, Floyd, Radford, and the New River Valley.

Jarod Sword
Territory Sales Supervisor

Upon his arrival in 2006, Jarod began his role with Valley Distributing servicing grocery stores in the Roanoke Valley. He moved onto selling restaurants in Salem and the New River Valley. In 2015, Jarod was promoted to Grocery Store Supervisor in the Roanoke Valley and is ready to help with all your needs.

Jason Orlando
Territory Sales Supervisor

Jason joined Valley Distributing in 2004 servicing our Convenience Stores. From his start until December 2016 he worked in every channel of Valley's business until his promotion as Convenience Store Supervisor of Roanoke, Covington, and Smith Mountain Lake. Jason is excited and ready to help grow sales.

David Younger
On Premise Supervisor

Dave started with Valley Distributing in 2014 as our On-Premise salesman in Roanoke. In 2016, Dave was promoted to On-Premise Supervisor. Dave's knowledge and passion for beer is second to none and looks forward to working with his many customers.

Patrick Hutchinson
President

Patrick grew up with the values his father built Valley Distributing upon and now carries that legacy forward as part of the leadership team. With a hands-on approach and strong knowledge of the portfolio, he helps guide operations and strengthen relationships, ensuring Valley delivers not only great products, but also the service and reliability that have defined the company for over 50 years.

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Our Journey Through 51 Years of Service

Founding Year

After seven years with Stroh Brewery, David Hutchinson Sr. set out on his own, founding Valley Distributing in Salem, VA in 1974. His goal was simple: build a business rooted in quality and service.

Launching Valley

By January 1975, Valley was delivering Stroh’s beer across Salem, Roanoke, and ten surrounding counties. A small operation with big drive, the team quickly earned a reputation for reliability.

Partnerships & Growth

In 1983, Valley secured distribution rights for Coors, marking a turning point. The brand’s success fueled rapid growth and solidified Valley as a trusted regional wholesaler.

Expansion & Family Leadership

The 1990s brought Schlitz and Old Milwaukee into the portfolio, while David’s sons, Jeff and Patrick, stepped into leadership. Valley became both a growing business and a true family enterprise.

Service & Commitment

Trends may change, but Valley’s focus remains the same: exceptional service, industry expertise, and strong community ties — the values that have guided the company since day one.

Discover Our Exceptional Beverage Selection

At Valley Distributing Corporation, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse range of local and national beverage brands. Our commitment to quality ensures that every product we distribute meets the highest standards.

Local Brands That You Can Trust

Promoting local breweries and brands that play a vital role in our community's economy.

National Brands That Deliver Consistency

Partnering with renowned brands you already know and love.

Strong Relationships in the Industry

We build lasting partnerships with our suppliers and clients.