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Phoodie Marketing Launches Two Sister Agencies

Phoodie Marketing founder, Sam Miller, is excited to announce the addition of two sister agencies – Brandify Inc. and Space Pilot – as a strategic push to further corner the evolving food and beverage marketplace.

Taste Radio Ep. 182: ‘The Key To This Game Is Surrounding Yourself With People You Really Trust’

Greg Vetter, the co-founder/CEO of organic dressing brand Tessemae’s, spoke about the huge wins and unexpected losses from his first decade in business. He also explained why his “positively intense” approach is not for everyone, the dangers of bad employees and advisors, and why he believes that “the key to this game is surrounding yourself with people that you really trust.”

Stonewall Kitchen Completes Vermont Village Acquisition

Leading specialty food producer Stonewall Kitchen announced that it has completed its previously-announced acquisition of the Vermont Village brand of Organic Apple Sauces and Apple Cider Vinegar products

WeHo Bev Co. Launches CBD-Infused Chaser Drink

WeHo Bev Co., a Los Angeles based, wellness-centered beverage startup, announces the launch of its first brand 'Chaser,' a distinctive, zero-calorie, sugar-free, cocktail mixer and chaser, infused with electrolytes and Hemp CBD.

SOS Hydration Launches in CVS Stores Nationwide

SOS Hydration, Inc. is proud to announce a new partnership with CVS Pharmacy, with two great tasting flavors (watermelon and citrus) of the 10-pack box of SOS, now available in 4,400 CVS locations.

Reed’s: Stalowir Exits, Bello Steps in as Interim CEO

Carbonated soft drink maker Reed’s Inc. today announced the appointment of John Bello, the company’s current chairman of the board, as interim CEO following the sudden departure of Val Stalowir, according to a press release.

Synergy Flavors Launches Dairy By Nature

Synergy Flavors, Inc., a leading supplier of flavors, extracts and essences for the global food and beverage industry, has announced the launch of Dairy by Nature, a new portfolio of custom taste solutions.

Gallery: September’s New Product Launches

In this gallery, we highlight some of the notable new product releases from September, including the latest from Vital Proteins, Soylent and AriZona, as well as several new CBD offerings.

Premium Beverage Brand NOCCO Expands Distribution

NOCCO – a leading no carb, branched chain amino acids (BCAA) beverage company based in Europe – has experienced rapid growth in the United States market since the launch of its Venice, California office in March 2019.

GMA to Relaunch as Consumer Brands Association in 2020

The Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) today announced it will become the Consumer Brands Association (CBA), effective January 2020. The new identity is part of a sweeping overhaul of the 110-year-old trade organization, led by President and CEO Geoff Freeman and the GMA board of directors.

Jade Leaf Matcha Launches Matcha Smoothie Boosters

Jade Leaf Matcha, globally recognized and esteemed tea and lifestyle brand, continues to evolve its innovation strategy with the launch of their newest product line: Matcha Smoothie Boosters.

Goodnature Announces M-1 Juice Press

Goodnature, the leading cold-press juice equipment manufacturer, launched the presale for their new M-1 juice press, the first commercial cold-press juicer built specifically for made-to-order juice.

B’More Organic Shuts Down

The Baltimore-based brand, launched in 2011, marketed a line of drinkable skyr -- a traditional protein-rich Icelandic yogurt -- in six flavors: banana, strawberry, mango banana, caffe latte, vanilla and coconut. A certified B Corporation, the brand donated 1% of sales to Jodi’s Climb for Hope, which raises money for breast cancer and MS research.