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Investor Speed Dating Series: Connecting Brands with Investors this June & July

This summer’s Speed Dating events will be even more frequent, as well as more focused. Our upcoming events will be 60 minutes instead of two hours to free up calendars and allow participation in multiple events. Each event is also now focused on a particular fundraising stage and/or category of products to lead to more qualified conversations.

New Legislation Seeks to Open CBD Food and Beverage Market

Filed by Sens. Ron Wyden (D-OR), Rand Paul (R-KY) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR), the Hemp Access and Consumer Safety Act calls for “hemp, hemp-derived cannabinoid, or substance containing any other ingredient derived from hemp” to be exempted from established prohibitions currently on the books.

Qumba Kombucha Launches Two Kombucha Powder Flavors

Qumba Kombucha a wellness brand created to empower people with nutrition that is convenient for their on-the-go lifestyle, is pleased to announce the launch of its Qumba Hibiscus Blood Orange Kombucha Powder and Qumba Gingerberry Kombucha Powder.

Essentia Water Launches New “Stop For Nothing” Campaign With Tate McRae

Essentia Water, the pioneer of ionized alkaline water in the U.S., today launched its “Stop for Nothing” campaign featuring multi-platinum singer/songwriter Tate McRae, Kansas City Quarterback Patrick Mahomes II and classical fusion violinist Ezinma. The “Stop for Nothing” campaign focuses on motivation, strength, and stamina to build resilience, and how taking a moment to hydrate helps maintain performance.

Eat Beyond Adds Daydream Hemp And Adaptogen Drinks To Its Portfolio

Eat Beyond Global Holdings Inc., an investment issuer focused on the global plant-based and alternative food sector, announced it has invested in Daydream Drinks Inc. Daydream is an Ontario-based beverage company that has created Canada's first sparkling water infused with hemp extracts and adaptogens.

MusclePharm Brings on Joey Cannata to Lead Energy Drink Launch

As it prepares to enter the energy drink category with two new performance brands, sports nutrition company MusclePharm Corporation has brought on former Rockstar Energy EVP of sales and distribution Joey Cannata as a partner to build out its national distribution network.

Taste Radio: Why A-Listers Nina Dobrev and Julianne Hough Are Betting Big On ‘Fresh’

Actresses Nina Dobrev and Julianne Hough are best known for their work in films such as “Lucky Day” and “Rock of Ages” along with popular television shows “The Vampire Diaries” and “Dancing with the Stars.” Now, they’re aiming to be equally recognized in the wine business as the co-owners of premium low-calorie wine brand Fresh Vine Wine.