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Under Next in Natural’s Lead, Sound Works Towards Profitability Under Next in Natural’s Lead, Sound Works Towards Profitability

Under Next in Natural’s Lead, Sound Works Towards Profitability

by Brad Avery,

Late last year, sparkling beverage maker Sound was facing an existential crisis. Social media had gone quiet and consumers seeking out its canned botanical and tea drinks online and in stores were met with months-long out of stocks.

Suja Life Acquires Slice Soda Trademark Suja Life Acquires Slice Soda Trademark

Suja Life Acquires Slice Soda Trademark

by Martín Caballero,

Suja Life has announced its acquisition of soda brand Slice, representing the company’s second acquisition since its purchase of Vive Organic in 2022. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Uncle Nearest Acquires Square One Organic Spirits Uncle Nearest Acquires Square One Organic Spirits

Uncle Nearest Acquires Square One Organic Spirits

by Ferron Salniker,

Uncle Nearest, the country’s largest Black-owned distillery, is widening its reach across spirit categories in announcing a deal to acquire Square One Organic Spirits, the company announced today.

Kristen Bell Joins PLEZi as Investor, Brand Partner Kristen Bell Joins PLEZi as Investor, Brand Partner

Kristen Bell Joins PLEZi as Investor, Brand Partner

by Shauna Golden,

Actress and experienced CPG investor Kristen Bell announced today that she has joined PLEZi, the kids drink brand co-founded by former First Lady Michelle Obama, as an investor and brand partner to grow brand awareness and accessibility.

OWYN Acquired By The Simply Good Foods Company OWYN Acquired By The Simply Good Foods Company

OWYN Acquired By The Simply Good Foods Company

by Adrianne DeLuca,

The Simply Good Foods Company (SGFC) is adding more muscle to its brand lineup. The publicly-traded company announced today it will acquire Only What You Need (OWYN) for $280 million in a cash transaction.

Once Upon A Coconut Makes Growth Leap, Adds Investors Once Upon A Coconut Makes Growth Leap, Adds Investors

Once Upon A Coconut Makes Growth Leap, Adds Investors

by Lukas Southard,

Once Upon A Coconut has expanded its footprint by devoting resources to ramping up retail distribution and strategizing new ways to reach a broader audience on the back of support from new big name investors.

Report: Funding Climbs in Q1, But Flows to Fewer Brands Report: Funding Climbs in Q1, But Flows to Fewer Brands

Report: Funding Climbs in Q1, But Flows to Fewer Brands

by Martín Caballero,

Venture investment in food and beverage brands is at its highest point in two years, according to the latest Q1 2024 report from research group The FABID. But that doesn’t mean the market isn’t still tight, as well.