Speaking at Cannabis Forum 2019, held on June 14 in New York City, the co-founders of 99th Floor -- Doug Cohen and chef Miguel Trinidad -- explained how they are using food as a vehicle to build consumers’ appreciation and understanding for cannabis, in addition to smashing some of the lingering stigma around recreational marijuana use.
Humm Kombucha announced that it has named Matt Witherell as president. Witherell brings more than 20 years of experience in general management, strategy, finance, sales and cross-functional team leadership for high-profile companies, including Red Bull, MillerCoors, JPMorgan Chase, Barclay’s Capital and Deloitte Consulting.
Ray DeRosa, the founder of dandelion-based tea brand Lion Tea, understands the struggles of consumer education. In this episode, he explained how he’s tackled this issue by using a simple, yet powerful and efficient method to create brand loyalists. He also spoke about why “finding the partners that are going to provide you extraordinary support in the early days ultimately make you successful.”
Cbdelight (a division of Good Design Inc.) announced that it has partnered with Northeast Beverage, a division of Mancini Beverage, to expand the brand’s footprint in Connecticut and Rhode Island.
Left Hand Brewing and WAAYB Organics announced the upcoming launch of Present CBD-Infused Sparkling Water featuring all organic ingredients in three initial flavors: natural, lemon-lime and blood orange.
Stillwater Ingredients, makers of industry-leading soluble CBD ingredients for food and beverage companies, is formally rebranding as Caliper Commercial Ingredients, which will be a division of Caliper Foods.
TEN Spring Water, the ultimate alkaline hydration experience bottled at the highest 10pH, has expanded its national presence into The Fresh Market. TEN is now available at The Fresh Market locations in 1 Liter and 1.5 Liter bottles.
The vertically integrated hemp and CBD product manufacturer, Natural Hemp Company, is pleased to introduce its first brand, Day One CBD Sparkling Water.
Citing U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) guidance prohibiting the sale of CBD-infused food and beverage products, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) last week issued cease and desist notices to CBD beverage manufacturers and has embargoed sales for at least one beverage company.
Plant-based venture firm PowerPlant Ventures announced yesterday the close of its second fund. At over three times the size of its predecessor, Fund II, which closed at $165 million, will allow the company to further refine its deal structure, according to co-founder and partner Mark Rampolla.
Cbdelight (a division of Good Design Inc.) announced that it has partnered with Pennsylvania-based distributor Nittany Beverage to expand the brand’s footprint in Pennsylvania.
Sports hydration brand, COCO5, is excited to announce it has been named the official sports hydration drink of the Allstate All-America Cup, taking place in Orlando, Florida this week.
Keeping your books in order is a good practice for brands of all kinds, but for companies looking to gain a foothold in the cannabis space, it’s a particularly critical component of running a healthy business.
ITO EN (North America) INC. the global leaders of green tea and innovators of healthy beverages has announced that their Oi Ocha ready-to-drink green tea brand will soon be available in Walmart stores nationwide.
