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Lance Collins’ Accelerator Revs Back Up as Independent Brand

On its drive to win in the better-for-you energy drink market, Accelerator Active Energy has hit a number of speed bumps. But today, under the stewardship of founder Lance Collins, the brand is revving the engine and setting off for growth.

Jack & Coke Doubles Down on Convenience with Larger Cans

Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola are expanding their ready-to-drink (RTD) line with the launch of 16 oz. single-serve cans for both Jack & Coke and Jack & Coke Zero, signaling how RTDs are searching for incremental growth through convenience retail.

Taste Radio: Why Magic Spoon’s Product-First Strategy Drove Its Success

Magic Spoon is proof that breaking the rules can be the smartest move in CPG. Co-founder Gabi Lewis Gabi gets candid about product-market fit, pricing, branding, word-of-mouth growth, retail velocity and the tradeoffs that come with innovation. The episode offers a clear, hard-earned playbook for founders building modern food and beverage brands.

Climbing Kites Names New CEO, THC Soda Line Coming

Creature Comforts co-founder Chris Herron quietly assumed the CEO role of intoxicating hemp beverage brand Climbing Kites a year after joining the company, the company shared last week.