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Jiant Hires Seasoned Beer Industry Executive David Macon As Chief Sales Officer
LOS ANGELES, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/-- The Los Angeles-based modern alcohol brand Jiant announces the hire of beer industry executive David Macon in the role of Chief Sales Officer. Macon joins Jiant during a year of unprecedented growth, as they consistently implement widespread expansion and are currently the fastest growing hard kombucha brand in the U.S. Supported by a recent flow of formidable product innovation and inspired flavor releases in the Hard Kombucha and Hard Tea categories, Macon's turn as CSO marks yet another stake in the ground for the small but mighty adult beverage brand, furthering its unique growth potential in ... |
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NY NOW® Acquires Bulletin Inc. Wholesale Marketplace
New York, NY (July 13, 2022) – Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE; EEX), the owner and organizer of NY NOW®, the wholesale market for retail where brands, buyers, and designers gather to connect and discover, today announced the acquisition of Bulletin Inc, a wholesale marketplace connecting over 3,000 independent brands with over 26,000+ retailers. All Bulletin employees will join Emerald as part of the acquisition, including co-founders Alana Branston and Ali Kriegsman. The co-founders will remain committed to and lead the future growth and success of both Bulletin and NY NOW, with Branston moving into an expanded role of Group Vice President, ... |
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National Restaurant Association Show® 2022 Contributes to Local Charitable Food Organizations and International Humanitarian Efforts
CHICAGO (July 13, 2022)—The National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show—the premier event to learn about foodservice technology innovations, unique ingredients, and emerging trends in the restaurant industry—is pleased to announce that following the conclusion of the Show, more than 71,000 pounds of food has been donated to two Chicago-area organizations dedicated to fighting food insecurity. Additionally, the Show and its attendees extended these charitable contributions beyond Chicago, raising $12,500 in support of World Central Kitchen’s humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. The National Restaurant Association Show took place May 21-24, 2022, at McCormick Place in Chicago, gathering more than 51,000 foodservice professionals from ... |
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Revol Greens Continues Expansion with New Texas Greenhouse
OWATONNA, Minn., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/-- Revol Greens, the largest greenhouse lettuce grower in North America is moving full steam ahead with growth plans to continue meeting consumer demand as they prepare for the opening in Temple, TX, their largest facility to date. Planting within the first of 20 planned acres in Phase 1 of this new greenhouse is expected to start by the end of 2022. At scale, and coupled with existing capacity, the Texas facility will provide Revol Greens with nearly 50 acres of organic baby leaf production equaling over 25 million pounds of fresh product annually. To further bolster ... |
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40 Finalists in Las Vegas Market Summer 2022 Market Snapshot
Las Vegas – July 19, 2022 – Some 40 furniture, home décor and gift products are finalists in the Summer 2022 Las Vegas Market edition of International Market Centers’ (IMC) Market Snapshot, a showcase of exciting, new, innovative and trendsetting products from its home and gift markets. Voting to select “People’s Choice Winners” is open now at LasVegasMarket.com/Explore/News-and-Trends/Market-Snapshot with winners to be announced on the first day of Las Vegas Market, July 24-28, 2022 at World Market Center Las Vegas. “Over the past eight weeks Market Snapshot has given buyers a sneak peek into the expansive business-building resources they will find on ... |
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Chiara Soldati is appointed Cavaliere del Lavoro by President of the Italian Republic
NEW YORK, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Monday, May 30th were signed by President of the Italian Republic Sergio Mattarella, at the proposal of the Minister of Economic Development, Giancarlo Giorgetti, in agreement with the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Forestry Policies, Stefano Patuanelli the decrees appointing 25 Cavalieri del Lavoro (Knight of the Order of Merit for Labour). They include, for the agriculture and wine sector, Chiara Soldati, CEO of the prestigious Piedmontese winery La Scolca. "I am really very proud, not only for Piedmont but the whole Italian wine sector, for such a prestigious recognition" says Chiara Soldati, CEO ... |
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Three Well-Known Players in the East Coast Craft Beer Industry Collaborate to Create Distilled Spirits Brand
FREDERICK, Md., June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Right Coast Spirits, a new partnership between three craft breweries - Flying Dog, Harpoon and Saranac - announces the release of their first product, Right Coast Spirits Vodka Whips. Vodka Whips is a handcrafted ready-to-drink canned cocktail made with real vodka, real fruit, and a fresh whipped finish. Cans will hit shelves for the first time starting in June. Right Coast Vodka Whips are unlike anything else on shelves, offering convenient pop n' go beverages without sacrificing quality. These canned cocktails provide a full-flavor experience, as well as a premium ABV at 7.5%, in one ... |
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The Specialty Coffee Association Announces the 2023 Taipei World Coffee Championships
The 2023 World Latte Art Championship (WLAC), World Coffee in Good Spirits Championship (WCIGS), and World Coffee Roasting Championship (WCRC) are heading to the Taiwan International Coffee Show, November 17-20, 2023. The Specialty Coffee (SCA) Association is delighted to finally bring the championships, which were originally scheduled for 2021, to Taiwan. This will be the second time the WCRC has taken place during the Taiwan International Coffee Show, and the Specialty Coffee Association is excited to be bringing even more competitions to the amazing community gathering at the show, held at Nangang Exhibition Center, Taipei. The World Coffee Championships (WCC) ... |
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Prosecco DOC Increased Exports To The US Market In 2021, Marking An Exceptional Year For The Denomination
NEW YORK , July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Prosecco DOC Consortium has revealed promising data from recent market research, carried out by Nomisma. The study focused on the consumption of Italian sparkling wines in the US market, with a particular focus on sales of Prosecco. According to Nomisma's results, the value of Italian sparkling wines imported in the US reached about 519 million dollars, an increase of 19.1 percent compared to 2019. California imported more Italian sparkling wine than any other state in 2021, by value, at approx. 79 million dollars, followed by Pennsylvania (approx. 63 million dollars), Florida (approx. 61 million ... |
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Specialty Food Association Trendspotter Panel Selects Top Trends From 2022 Summer Fancy Food Show
NEW YORK, NY (June 23, 2022) The Specialty Food Association Trendspotter Panel tasted its way through the 66th Summer Fancy Food Show in search of products gaining prominence in the specialty food industry. The Show, which took place June 12-14 at the Javits Center in New York City, had over 1,700 exhibitors featuring specialty foods and beverages from around the world. "The specialty food marketplace has grown into a $175 billion industry fueled by the creativity of the producers of these foods and beverages,” said Denise Purcell, SFA’s vice president, content & education. "That innovation was on display at the Summer Show ... |
