Rich Caponi, a seasoned growth expert, is taking the helm of all growth initiatives across channels as Free Rein’s new Head of Growth. With experience leading brands at Kraft, where he grew Gevalia Coffee’s premium offering and managed a $1B+ portfolio, and most recently leading the Revenue and Marketing teams at Nine Line Apparel, Rich brings a proven track record of driving omnichannel growth. A West Point grad, Rich served in the U.S. Army as a Field Artillery Officer.
Robert Fraze joins Free Rein as its new Head of Brand. He joins from YETI where he was the Creative Director overseeing paid and earned campaigns. Prior to YETI, Robert was the Creative Lead at VRBO and a senior member of the creative teams at Under Armor, BBDO and Deutch.
Free Rein Coffee is available at over 1,700 locations, including Walmart, HEB, Market Street, and online.
About Free Rein Coffee Company:
Free Rein Coffee Company® was co-founded by the actor Cole Hauser, along with friends and fellow entrepreneurs Karl Pfluger, Paul Anderson and Aron Marquez, to fuel folks to Get Up and Get After ItTM and pursue their dreams, with a mission to 'Serve Those Who Serve'TM and give back to anyone who serves their country or community, including active military, veterans, first responders, nurses and teachers.
With 20 years of roasting expertise in San Angelo, TX, Free Rein Coffee® is smooth and full of flavor and has already built a loyal following, with over 250,000 customers since its direct to consumer launch in October 2023. Free Rein is available in whole beans, ground beans, and single-serve pod formats and ready to wear as a line of branded drinkware, apparel and gear. To learn more visit freereincoffee.com.
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