The Florida Association of Wholesale Distributors, Inc. (FAWD) is an association of Florida tobacco, candy, food, and general merchandise wholesale distributors and associate members committed to the well-being and betterment of its members and the industry. FAWD represents and advocates the interests of its distributor manufacturer, and associate members through an inclusive membership program, in governmental matters, in industry and educational matters, and in other matters impacting the business of its members as deemed appropriate by the Executive Committee.  FAWD utilizes the resources of its members to positively represent their business concerns and image both within and outside the industry. Membership is voluntary and categorized as Distributor, Manufacturer, Broker, and Associate.

Our purpose is to encourage and develop a close association among tobacco, candy, food, and general merchandise wholesale distributors and their manufacturer, supplier, and broker representatives, as well as to counsel with regulating authorities of the federal, state, and local government on issues relating to health, taxation, and other areas relating to the regulation of tobacco, candy, food, and general merchandise.

The FAWD Board of Directors meets 4 times a year unless the President calls for Special Meetings. The General Membership meets annually.