Shauna Golden
Posts by Shauna Golden
PepsiCo Announces ‘Strategic Review’ of North America Supply Chain Amid Investor Pressure
Amid reported settlement talks with $4 billion activist investor Elliott Investment Management, PepsiCo announced on Monday that it is evaluating an integrated model for its North America supply chain and go-to-market optimization initiatives.
Backed By Industry Vets, Smood Sweets Bets on Candy Dates As the Next Scalable Confectionery Platform
After debuting at the Sweets & Snacks Expo roughly six months ago, Smood Sweets is bringing its candy dates to Target stores nationwide this month, aiming to reimagine nostalgic candy for the masses.
UNFI Posts Profitability Gains as Supply Chain Efficiencies Take Hold
Mainline distribution company United Natural Foods, Inc. reported improved profitability, fueled by supply chain efficiency initiatives, despite a slight decline in net sales.
Once Upon a Farm Delays IPO
Once Upon a Farm will remain a private company for a bit longer than anticipated, with CEO John Foraker sharing that the company is now eyeing 2026 for its IPO.
TiNDLE Will Divest U.S. Operations to Focus on Private Label Products in Europe
Alt-meat food tech startup TiNDLE announced today plans to pivot its business model to focus exclusively on private label operations in the European market.
Issei Sees Significant Sales Lift From ‘Transformative’ Packaging Refresh, Viral TikTok
In conjunction with its three-year anniversary, Issei is swapping its minimalist packaging design for a bold, colorful new look that has already led to a sales pick-up both online and in brick-and-mortar retail.
Holiday Seasonals Propel My Better Batch into Nationwide Distribution With Target
Premium baking mix brand My Better Batch is expanding its distribution partnership with Target, which will carry two new exclusive seasonal cookie mixes – Holiday Cheer and Chocolate Peppermint – nationwide beginning this month.
Banza Marks 11 Years With New Hires, New Products and a Stronghold in the Mainstream Pasta Aisle
When Banza hit the market in 2014, it set out to bring the humble chickpea to the masses with its novel, better-for-you pasta. Fast forward 11 years, and the brand has established a strong foothold in the mainstream market as the number 5 brand in the U.S. (according to the company), expanded its team with… Read more »
Lifeway Posts Record Growth Amid $45M Production Facility Expansion
Leading U.S. kefir brand Lifeway Foods posted its 24th consecutive quarter of growth in its third-quarter earnings report this morning.
Beyond Meat Identifies Three ‘Building Blocks’ for Transformation As Losses Mount
Beyond Meat is feeling the heat on Wall Street after reporting yet another bleak quarter. In the third quarter ended September 27, net revenues slid 13.3% year-over-year to $70.2 million, driven by a double-digit decrease in volume of products sold due to softer consumer demand, reduced points of distribution in the U.S. retail channel and… Read more »