Southern Eagle Distributing Inc.
ManufacturingFlorida, United States51-200 Employees
Southern Eagle Distributing Inc. is a beverage distributor based in Fort Pierce, Florida, serving the Treasure Coast region. It operates within the manufacturing sector and has grown from a small operation in 1984 to a 130,000-square-foot, temperature-controlled warehouse and office facility, employing more than 150 people. The company has expanded its local market presence, increasing its share from 36 percent to 74.3 percent, and it is recognized as the Treasure Coast’s leading beverage distributor. Peter W. Busch, a descendant of Adolphus Busch of the Anheuser-Busch legacy, moved to Fort Pierce in 1984 to take ownership of the local beer distributorship, and his son Philip A. Busch is now president. The business emphasizes community involvement, having donated over a million dollars to more than 100 local nonprofit organizations and contributing time and support to local initiatives. It portrays itself as a growing force on the Treasure Coast and a steady community partner.