Breweries, producers, distributors, caterers — hourly crews and production swings put you in scope. We keep you compliant.
Brewery, production, distribution, and counter staff on W-2 payroll are covered like any employer.
Production schedules churn your roster — we keep auto-enrollment eligibility current so nothing lapses.
We price a compliant plan against your state's actual fine, so the decision is arithmetic, not fear.
Harvest, brewing seasons, and event catering swing headcount across the threshold mid-year.
Pick your state and headcount for your real exposure — data verified against each state's own statute.
Informational only — not legal or tax advice.
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Under SECURE 2.0, small employers starting a plan can claim credits toward setup and contributions. The amount depends on your size and phases out over the first years — we model your real number, not a headline.
See what you'd qualify forBoth — taproom and production employees on your W-2 payroll count toward the threshold. Only true 1099 contractors (e.g., a self-employed distributor) are excluded.
Each state defines its own measurement window — often a prior-year average or a specific quarter. We map your event calendar against your state's rule and tell you exactly where you stand.
The mandate is the same law — but production and distribution businesses tend to trip different wires (shift crews, seasonal packs, multi-entity setups). Restaurant-specific guidance lives on our restaurants page.
Book a free 15-minute compliance audit. We'll show your exact requirement, your real exposure, and whether your own plan saves you money.
Grab the free 2026 cheat-sheet: every state's threshold, deadline, and penalty on one page.