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City of Edina 4801 W. 50th St. Edina, MN 55424
Contact: Debbie Townsend, Communications Assistant
Phone 952-826-0396 dtownsend@EdinaMN.gov EdinaMN.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
New General Manager for Edina Liquor Has Wealth of Experience
Edina, Minn., Jan. 11, 2017 – Josh Furbish is the new General Manager of Liquor Operations for the City of
Edina.
Furbish, who started the job in December, is in charge of the City’s three liquor stores and will be integral in
the plan to nearly double profits by the end of 2019. All Edina Liquor profits go back to the community,
supporting recreational facilities such as Braemar Arena and Braemar Golf Course.
Furbish grew up in Lake of the Woods and attended the Minnesota School of Business and Metro State
University, focusing on business and marketing. The U.S. Army veteran has more than 10 years of experience
in sales and retail management, including in communications, home improvement and multi-unit retail
management.
“He has significant experience managing retail operations with multiple locations,” said Assistant City
Manager Lisa Schaefer. “Josh has an impressive track record of improving both sales and operational practices
in highly competitive markets.”
Furbish’s first priority is to modernize the stores. Down the road, he hopes to add online ordering and home
delivery.
“We’re making Edina Liquor more convenient and more accessible to the community,” he said.
He also will be working to change the customer experience in the stores, improving service, staff expertise
and ensuring quick checkout.
“I am confident that Josh is the right person to lead Edina Liquor,” Schaefer said.
Furbish is working mainly out of the Southdale store, 6755 York Ave. S.
Reach Furbish at JFurbish@EdinaMN.gov or at 952-903-5732.
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