People Moves: Ryan Ziegelmann Elevated to GM at Evolution Fresh; Tom Hicks Leaves VEB
Ziegelmann, who was named GM in May, has been with Starbucks since 2010, where he started as VP of Finance, Global Marketing, Category and Strategic Pricing.
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Expo East 2016 Video: NüMoo Emphasizes Innovation in Alt-Dairy
Super-premium dairy alternative brand NüMoo unveiled a revamped label and several innovative line extensions, including an Edamame Soy Milk, at Natural Products Expo East 2016. In an interview with BevNET, NüMoo co-founder Joe Savino said that the updates represent a continued focus on producing nutrient-laden and clean label formulations for plant-based milks.
BevNET Podcast Ep. 26: Blogging The Food Revolution with Max Goldberg
Goldberg, a former Wall Street executive, told our team all about his journey from antidepressants to clean-living organic foodie and media figure, with conversational stops along the way on the offerings at Expo East, the difference between Ripple Foods and almond milk, and, most importantly, what he’d do if faced with the choice of eating Arby’s or a bag of organic palm sugar.
SupplySide West 2016 to Feature Over 1,200 Exhibitors
Over 14,000 CPG manufacturers, marketers and formulators will gather next week (October 4-8) at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas for SupplySide West 2016.
Expo East 2016 Video: After Sale, Secret Squirrel Eyes Bigger Piece of Cold Brew Pie
Having aligned itself with a powerful strategic partner, Secret Squirrel, a Los Angeles-based producer of cold brew coffee, is aiming to make the leap from regional brand to national player in the fast-growing realm of cold brew beverages.
Coke, Dunkin’ Donuts Partner to Release RTD Coffees in 2017
The joint venture with Coke will be Dunkin’ Donuts’ first venture into RTD coffee. The chain, publicly traded under Dunkin’ Brands, has long been a source of quick-served coffee and iced coffees on the go, and recently entered the cold brew coffee category itself.
Nestlé Waters Seeks Innovation With Imagine H20 Partnership
The goal of IH2O, a so-called “water accelerator,” is to “provide entrepreneurs with the resources, insight and visibility needed to launch and scale water solutions,” according to a press release.
IFC Announces $40 Million Investment in WOW! Nutrition
According to a press release, the funds will allow for the expansion of production lines, improvements in operational processes and a strengthening of WOW!’s capital structure.
Expo East Roundup: Plant-Based Waters
Following the success of coconut water, beverage producers are further exploring the potential of natural hydration products in various ways with a new wave of plant-based waters.
Video: A Recap of Expo East 2016
A showcase for emerging and fast-growing beverage trends, Expo East 2016 most prominently featured the continued evolution of cold brew coffee and the swelling ranks of brands participating in the space.
Jason Camillos Joins BodyArmor As VP of Strategy and Planning
Camillos had served as Managing Director at First Beverage Ventures, the private equity division of First Beverage Group, since 2013.
Expo East 2016: Steady to the Kor
Since launching Kor at Expo West 2015, founder Jordan Retamar has found fertile ground for the development of the brand in the spaces between the functional supplement and cold-pressed juice categories.
CORE Debuts Duo of Product Innovations at Expo East
CORE CMO Erik Berniker said the company was motivated to deliver more options to consumers searching for low-calorie, certified organic beverages.
BevNET Podcast Ep. 25: What Are The Next Billion Dollar Brands? Tom First Tells.
This week, the podcast team is joined by veteran entrepreneur, investor and advisor Tom First who offers his take on emerging trends in the beverage business, including why he sees a big future for gut health and protein. First also shares his thoughts on the kind of beverage companies that are primed to become billion dollar brands.