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Products, Processes and Positioning: Inside Cappello’s Push to Profitability
Cappello’s has been in business for over a decade, but the premium frozen food maker is still evolving, according to founder and CEO, Ben Frohlichstein.
Notable New Products: Apple Cider Donut Cashews & DK Metcalf-inspired Coffee
In this week’s notable new products roundup, Planters looks to a classic fall treat for flavor inspiration, Volcanica scores a touchdown with Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf and Beekeeper’s Naturals makes its Walmart debut with its new functional lollipops.
Instacart Files IPO on Nasdaq
Instacart filed for its initial public offering (IPO) on Friday, as the grocery delivery leader aims to create a “truly omni-channel experience” across physical and online stores.
Challenge Accepted: Brazi Bites Launches TikTok Inspired Waffles
Having found room to create a burgeoning platform brand within the frozen food set, Brazi Bites now has its sights set on breakfast. .
The NOSH Podcast: Big Company Learners to Emerging Brand Leaders
This week the team chats with two newly minted NOSH Notables who reflect on their decades in the industry, share the advice (good, bad and even ignorable) that has shaped their leadership styles and recount important lessons any emerging business builder can learn from.
FDA Appoints First Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods Program
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has found its first leader for its Human Foods Program, appointing 30-year Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) veteran James Jones as Deputy Commissioner.
People Moves: Mary’s Gone Crackers Enters ‘New Leadership Era’; Munk Pack Taps Clif Bar Veteran
Gluten-free cracker and “Kookie” brand Mary’s Gone Crackers has entered what it is calling a ‘new leadership era’ by bringing on Michael Finete as its new CEO and Nate Lindsey as VP of operations. Former CEO Taki Fujii will remain chairman of the board.
MOSH Makes $3M Move Towards Retail Launch
Brain health bar brand MOSH has raised $3 million with eyes on steady expansion into brick-and-mortar retail over the next two years.
Cali’Flour Foods Goes Up For Sale
Cali’Flour Foods is heading to the auction block. According to a press release issued today, the cauliflower-based frozen food company will go to a public sale on September 8, conducted by GemCap Solutions, LLC, an asset-based lender that provides loans to low and middle market businesses.
The Urgent Company Acquired, Surperlatus Ramps Up Biz Plans
Animal-free dairy ingredient provider Perfect Day has sold The Urgent Company, its consumer business platform, to publicly traded TRxADE, which is currently also undergoing a reverse merger with food technology and distribution company Superlatus