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SprintToSuccess S1E5: The Art of Revisions

This episode is all about the art of revisions - moving from a big conceptual picture of the brand and into the details that can make all the difference at the moment of truth aka getting a consumer to choose us.

Mello Drop Announces Energy Drink Launch

Actify, a new line of Mello Drop’s CBD infused energy drinks have finally hit the market. It is power-packed with BCAA, Taurine, Creatine, Riboflavin, Vitamins and much more to supports the body’s natural functions.

Your Valuation Questions Answered: Join the Round Table with Stu Strumwasser

BevNET and NOSH have designed a platform exclusively for subscribers so that they can work with their peers and our selected experts. Our first Round Table discussion will be with Stu Strumwasser, managing director of Green Circle Capital, on Aug. 26. Stu will be answering questions about valuation trends in the natural products industry, and the overall changes in fundraising and operational strategy that can help guide brands as the capital cycle changes.

Waterloo Acquired by Investment Group Led by Flexis Capital

Waterloo Sparkling Water announced today it has been acquired by a group of investment firms led by Flexis Capital and including Eurazeo Brands, Moore Strategic Ventures, JW Levin Management Partners and Waterloo Capital. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Price Chopper Launches New Concept to ‘Get Share’ of CBD Market

Although federal CBD regulations remain in limbo, some retailers are pushing forward to capitalize on consumer interest in the ingredient. This month CBD retail chain American Shaman opened its first ‘store-within-a-store’ concept inside of Kansas City, Mo.-based grocery store Price Chopper.

Hint Closes $25M Series D Round

Flavored water maker Hint, Inc. announced this week it has raised $25 million in a series D funding round that will help support the company’s continued growth over the next several years. The round was led by prior investor Springboard Growth Capital (SGC), a firm focused on funding mid-stage CPG companies founded by women, and also includes investments from Philippe Laffont, Gingerbread Capital and Medina Heights Capital Partners.

Taste Radio Ep. 224: How Do You Mainstream A Coastal Concept? A Couple ‘Dadz’ Have A Plan.

“New Girl” actor Max Greenfield and serial entrepreneur Mike Constantiner, co-founders of dad-centric consumer products and lifestyle company Dadz, spoke about how they’re attempting to reach a “new generation of dads,” the importance of a strong founding team and why it offers a “shortcut” to a fast start and how the brand is being communicated to the trade and consumer press.