In this weeks distribution roundup: Recess and Breakthru Beverage Group partnership continues CBD distribution wave, Mad Tasty now at Sprouts, blk. expands presence at Walmart, BioSteel joins WB Canna Co. & Wellness’ Latin America and Carribean portfolio and 7-Eleven partners with Minibar Delivery.
Giannuzzi Group, LLP, a New York-based law firm focused on the food and beverage industry, has renamed itself Giannuzzi Lewendon, LLP effective January 1 reflecting founding partner Ryan Lewendon; also Mad Tasty Names Kyle Simon as Director of Supply Chain and Operations and The Coca-Cola Company to Cut 2,200 Jobs.
Todd Berardi Exits Hiball; Rowdy Mermaid Names VEB, PepsiCo Vet as VP of Sales & Marketing; Mad Tasty Names Dan Holland as COO; Sprig CEO Michael Lewis Exits Company; Scott LaPorta Joins Sugarfina as CEO; Lemon Perfect Names VP of Sales, VP of Operations; Apple Rush Adds Randy Ornstein to Advisory Board
First Beverage Group is getting into the CBD business with today’s announcement of its investment in Mad Tasty, a line of infused sparkling waters backed by Interscope Records recording artist Ryan Tedder, lead singer of the group One Republic.
Despite lingering concerns about regulations, the wave of beverage innovation surrounding CBD showed no signs of slowing down this month. In this gallery, we took a look at new hemp-infused products from established cannabis companies like Cannabiniers and Mirth Provisions, startups such as Mad Tasty and Feelz, and new innovations from brands such as Kickback and Sweet Reason.
