Taste Radio Ep. 81: How a Tech Perspective Helped Hint’s Kara Goldin Build a $100 Million Brand; An Iconic Interview with Billy Bosch

In this week’s episode of Taste Radio, we spoke with Hint Water founder/CEO Kara Goldin about how her experiences in tech helped shape the business strategy for the brand, which is nearing $100M in annual sales. We also speak with Billy Bosch, the co-founder/CEO of Iconic, who offered insight into lessons learned and key takeaways from his journey as an entrepreneur. And in the latest edition of Elevator Talk, we chat it up with Mikaela Ray, the Owner/CEO, of Mikaela’s. This episode is presented by Sovereign Flavors.

Analysts React to Stonyfield Acquisition

In discussing the deal with BevNET, analysts and experts in the organic grocery space noted that while the deal was ostensibly about freeing Danone to secure the bigger prize of acquiring WhiteWave, it also affirms the long-term value of a strong organic brand.

Danone to Acquire WhiteWave Foods for $12.5 Billion

The deal will nearly double the size of Danone’s North America footprint, increasing it from 12 to 22 percent of the company’s total portfolio and align it with several fast-growing brands focused on healthy and sustainable lifestyles.

White Wave Foods Launches Silk Nutchello

Nutchello will be available at grocery stores nationwide in early 2016 for a suggested retail price of $4.49.

Silk Celebrates Earth Month

In honor of Earth Month, Silk®, the maker of plant-based food and beverages, will celebrate the universal joy of water through an educational and inspirational campaign encouraging consumers to reflect on and reduce their daily water footprint.

Silk Increases Commitment to Water Restoration and Conservation Efforts

From Sustainable Manufacturing Practices to Sponsoring Water Restoration Projects, Silk Expands its Water Conservation Efforts BROOMFIELD, Colo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Silk®, the brand known for its bestselling soymilk, almondmilk and coconutmilk, announces new initiatives in water conservation and restoration efforts. From its founding, Silk has been committed to making the world a healthier place through socially-responsible and environmentally-sustainable […]