From Sodas to Success
At the heart of the Clark Group of Companies lies a legacy of passion, dedication and a commitment to excellence that has spanned over a century. Founded in 1903 by Carsie C. Clark, our journey began with a small soda water operation in Martin, Tennessee. Today, as a family-owned enterprise, we proudly stand as a leader in the beverage distribution industry.
About UsOur Past Shapes Our Future
Every milestone stands as a testament to a century-long legacy of dedication, innovation, and the enduring commitment to bringing joy in every sip.
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1903
Carsie C. Clark started a small soda water operation in Martin, Tennessee.
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1906
Obtained Coca-Cola franchise for Corinth, Mississippi, and New Albany, Mississippi. Incorporated West Point Coca-Cola Bottling Company in February 1907.
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1908
Clark and A. K. Weaver exchanged and purchased stock in Corinth, New Albany and West Point. Clark became the principal owner of West Point.
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1917
Clark and Smith divided their interests, with Smith taking Union City and Clark retaining Mississippi holdings.
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1931
C. C. Clark, Inc. was formed as a holding company for various corporations. Clark expands Coca-Cola operations to multiple areas in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Mississippi.
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1969
Clark Distributing Co., Inc. of Oakland, Kentucky, an affiliated corporation, was chartered to operate beer distributorships in various Kentucky cities.
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1984
Clark Beverage Group, Inc. (Mississippi Division) formed as a Mississippi corporation, merging multiple plants, and conducting business in parts of Alabama, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Tennessee.
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1985-1986
Acquired Coca-Cola Bottling Works, Inc. of Columbus, Mississippi; Gordo Bottling Works, Inc. of Gordo, Alabama; Philadelphia Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Inc. of Philadelphia, Mississippi; and New Albany Coca-Cola Bottling Company of New Albany, Mississippi.
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1986
Clark Beverage Group, Inc. (Kentucky Division) was established as a Kentucky corporation with offices in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
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1988
Acquired Dr Pepper franchise for the New Albany Coca-Cola franchise area for Clark Beverage Group, Inc. Purchased Bardstown, Owensboro, Hopkinsville, and additional brands Clark Distributing, Inc.
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1986-2004
Acquired Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Russellville, Kentucky; Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Campbellsville, Kentucky; Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Tell City, Indiana; and Greensburg Bottling Company for Clark Beverage Group, Inc. Purchased Miller distributor, Mid-State, in Lexington, KY for Clark Distributing, Inc.
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2008
C. C. Clark, Inc. Kentucky was formed to centralize office functions for all Clark corporations.
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2023
C. C. Clark, Inc. is still owned by descendants of Carsie C. Clark, with two third-generation, six fourth-generation, and two fifth-generation stockholders working in various capacities within the Clark companies.
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2025
Opening of our new facility in Canton, MS
