Carol Ortenberg
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Health Warrior CEO Talks ‘Continuous Improvement’
Snack brand Health Warrior wants consumers to be as excited for the newest iteration of their superfood bars as they are for the latest version of their iPhone. But unlike that constantly-iterated device, Health Warrior customers won’t have to speculate until September — it’s already in stores.
Hain Celestial Founder Irwin Simon to Step Down
Today, global organic and natural food company Hain Celestial announced that its president and CEO, Irwin Simon, will depart the company he founded in 1993.
Watch: How Thrive Market Is Helping Brands Grow
At NOSH Live 2018 Jeremiah McElwee, Thrive Market SVP of merchandising and product development, spoke to the assembled crowd about how Thrive can partner with brands and how it can serve as an effective sales and marketing platform.
People Moves: Powerplant Adds Health Warrior Co-Founder, CeCe’s Staffs Up
The kids may be out of school for the summer, but the natural products industry is still in session. This month, several CPG vets found new companies to practice their skills and lead the industry to new heights.
GoodBelly Lands $12M Round, Led By 301 Inc.
Today NextFoods Inc, the producer of GoodBelly Probiotics, announced the close of a $12 million round of funding led by 301 Inc, the venture arm of General Mills.
The Checkout: FDA to Hold Meeting About Cultured Food Products
Whether it’s artisanal cheese or lab grown steaks, consumers are paying attention to where their food comes from and how it’s made — and the industry is taking note. Here’s the news you need to know about new categories, new growth and new endeavors in the natural food industry.
Sfoglini Raises Round to Support Growth
Last week artisanal pasta company Sfoglini announced the close of a $2.5 million round of funding. Investment group Almanac Insights led the round, with Fresh Source Capital and several individual investors taking part.
NOSH Live: How Tyson is Evolving Its Portfolio
Large CPG brands are taking note of changing consumer preferences and realizing to stay relevant, they have to evolve. One big company making major changes is Tyson Foods. Long known as a poultry producer, Tyson has taken steps to shift towards protein as a whole, rather then betting the farm on one species.
Soozy’s Closes Round Led by BIGR and AccelFoods
Yesterday at NOSH Live Summer 2018, frozen baked good company Soozy’s announced it had closed a $2.5 million dollar round of funding.
ACG Invests in Greek Yogurt Snacking Brand
Today, private equity investor Alliance Consumers Growth (ACG), announced an investment in greek yogurt snacking brand Clio. Sold in over 2,000 doors, Clio produces a chocolate dipped greek yogurt bar.