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This article wonderfully provides solace and optimism to entrepreneurs with growth-stage brands in the beverage industry. The insights offered are relevant not only to this sector but also to all natural, specialty, and organic brands. Remain steadfast and determined in your tactical approach and strategic positioning, and keep your conviction in success strong. "[The] core message is that it’s not only about you: there are forces out there that may be beyond your control, and even the most conspicuous successes often benefited from some element of serendipity, though you might not ever hear about it." #food #beverage #betterforyou #growthstage #tenacity BevNET.com

Today is extra special, as it marks the first #NationalCoffeeDay since I launched Diamond Brew™ two months ago – my dream of creating a premium Brewless coffee experience has finally come to life! Looking back on this evolving entrepreneurial journey, I am filled with gratitude, excitement, and a bit of disbelief. What started as a simple idea — to create a barista experience without any equipment, yet rich in flavor and energy — has now become a reality. It's been a rollercoaster of challenges, long nights of business calls, and countless cups of inspiration, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Creating Diamond Brew™ was about more than just starting a business; it was about revolutionizing the way we drink coffee - the second most traded commodity in the world. I wanted to provide a product that’s not only convenient but crafted with the same passion and dedication that goes into each cup of traditional coffee. The support I’ve received along the way — from friends, family, and the vast CPG network I've built so fortunately over the past decade as a food & bev journalist —has been overwhelming and rewarding. As we celebrate this National Coffee Day, I want to take a moment to thank everyone who has believed in this vision and has supported me on this incredible journey. Whether you’ve tried Diamond Brew, shared feedback, or cheered me on, YOU are the reason this dream is possible. This is only the beginning. Here’s to many more cups of innovation, connection, and great coffee moments ahead! Onward N Upward 💎 ☕ PS: Diamond Brew™ is crushing it on TikTok, thanks to their team's dedicated support and trust. Check us out, we have a special offer today! #NationalCoffeeDay #DiamondBrew #Entrepreneurship #BrewlessCoffee #Gratitude #Innovation #CoffeeLovers #StartUpJourney

Check out my recent conversation with Christopher Campbell of The Food Institute We talked about the big funding gap in early-stage CPG investing and the growing power of angels... ...and how institutional investors' bias towards pro-operators has only grown since COVID. https://lnkd.in/gFu7D8XV #investing #business #entrepreneurship

New Post: How the New Creator Economy is Transforming Wine and Food Festivals - https://lnkd.in/gDmaAxNA #financialfreedomllc #businesstips #business #entrepreneur #businessowner #entrepreneurship #marketing #smallbusiness #businesscoach #digitalmarketing #success #entrepreneurlife #motivation #businessideas #businessgrowth #businesswoman #businessman #businessquotes #businessowners #businessstrategy #startup #businesslife #businessmindset #businessminded #entrepreneurs #businessadvice #entrepreneurmindset #marketingtips #onlinebusiness #branding

Hyperminds had the honor of hosting the famous food blogger Foodee Baba at #Chaicon - a man full of insights into the food and beverage sector. The meeting allowed for an exchange of interesting ideas as we had a chance to explain what our business was about. Meeting with #foodeebaba definitely was among the moments that we would cherish from Chaicon2024! We thank him for paying us a visit! #startupmarketing #digitalmarketing #techstartups #enterprisetechnology #startupgrowth #digitalstrategy #techinnovation #enterprisemarketing #startupsuccess #digitaltransformation #techindustry #enterprisegrowth #startupculture #digitaltrends #techleadership #enterprisestrategy #startupcommunity #digitalbranding #techentrepreneurship

Guide to Starting a Soft Drink Manufacturing Business In a world where refreshing beverages are in high demand, starting a soft drink manufacturing business can be an exciting and lucrative venture. From crafting unique flavors to satisfying consumer preferences, the journey of building your own brand of soft drinks offers boundless opportunities. However, like any entrepreneurial endeavor, success requires careful planning, dedication, and a deep understanding of the industry. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the essential steps and considerations to kickstart your journey into the soft drink manufacturing business. Read - https://lnkd.in/dJFSSzXV TechSci Research #softdring #cola #guide #business

So, you’re fired up to launch your food truck but feeling overwhelmed by the maze of licenses and permits? Welcome to the club! It’s like trying to craft the perfect cup of coffee—if you don’t start with the right blend of ingredients, you’re just brewing a bitter mess. So, let’s break down the first steps you need to take, starting with the most critical one: your menu. You can not get ANYWHERE without knowing this. Trust me. #FoodTrucks #FoodEntrepreneurship #FoodBusiness #FoodIndustry #FoodSafety #StartupBusiness #foodvendor #sellingfood #MobileFood

How does one learn the ins and outs of our food system?!? 🤔 They bring on an advisor with over 40 years in the Biz!! 😮 Our business at Susgrainable truly transformed in late 2022 when we brought on Dave Eto as our Head Advisor!! 🙌🏼 He came our way having been a director/ board chair for over 15 years at one of my favorite BC organizations - BC Food & Beverage 🔥 This is but one of his many impressive accomplishments in the industry!! 🤯 It’s been a game changer having someone be able to validate and provide perspective on the incredible amount of knowledge myself and Clinton Bishop have needed to learn!! 🤪 I know he has been especially valuable for Clinton as we work towards getting our very own first upcycling facility off the ground 🙌🏼🔥 So much gratitude for all Dave brings to the table here at Susgrainable 🙏🏼 Now for the fun part: 🍪Fun Fact - Dave loves to road cycle and has always been a fan of a high fibre + high protein diet as it helps his performance on his rides. 🚴♂️ 🍪Favourite Susgrainable product: by far the chocolate chip - there’s no better colour and flavour than chocolate. (Daija - I’m sure you’ll be keen to learn of this news!!) 🙃 🍪 What I’ve learned from Dave: how to build B2B business relationships in the food industry! It’s been great to have an ally with all his experience as we take on the challenge of promoting a #circulareconomy model in the bakery space ❤️👌 And one extra fun fact that Dave wanted to share - he absolutely loved the upside down poop poster we did for skytrain stations - priceless. 😂😂😂 I did too Dave… as did many others!! Big props to Harjeet Bilin for designing that one 🙌🏼🔥 Anybody out there miss those ads? Maybe we can convince Harjeet to find the digital version and post it in the comments just for you 🤞🏼😉 What do you think Harjeet? 🤔🙏🏼 Thanks for everything Dave Eto … now let’s celebrate Easter 🐣🐇and then get back to work next week on building this thing 💪💪💪 #gratitude #mentorship #founderjourney #entrepreneurship #advisors #foodandbev

More good news for winning teams at the Food Competition The Future of Food Competition is delighted to welcome Co-op as supporting retailer to this important event. Rebecca Oliver-Mooney (ROM) has confirmed to be a judge. She is Head of Commercial Buying for more than 2,400 Co-op convenience stores covering Drinks, Frozen & Community Buying & leads the incubator programme ‘The Apiary’. Co-op’s offering the winning team a 1 hour ‘time with ROM’ session – providing valuable insight on how to add crucial value from a retailer perspective. The winner will also get fast-track access to an Apiary pitching session. Whilst this is no guarantee of a listing at Co-op, it would be a standalone opportunity, so the winner doesn’t have to wait for the next pitching season. [note if the winning team is already listed at Co-op or is not a CPG or a ready for market brand this will be offered to one of the two runners up] Along with £10,000 prize money, £20,000 Nielsen data and now this amazing offer you should really consider entering - check out www.futureoffood.org.uk for all the details - and register to attend the grand final whatever you're thinking. #entrepreneur #futureoffood

Robert Downey Jr and CPG exec enter $28B coffee category with Happy Happy, a new coffee venture backed by actor Robert Downey Jr. and entrepreneur Craig Dubitsky, enters the $28 billion U.S. coffee market with light, medium, and dark roasts. The brand emphasizes traceability with QR codes on its packaging and a commitment to quality and scalability. Despite the saturated market, Happy focuses on affordability and quality, prioritizing a better coffee experience at a reasonable price. Dubitsky, known for Eos lip balm, incorporates lessons from past ventures into Happy's packaging, using recyclable cube containers for a multi-sensory brand experience. The company also aligns with mental health awareness, featuring QR codes linking to NAMI's website on every container, aiming to redefine the connection between entrepreneurship and philanthropy. The insight here is that even with star power and industry experience, breaking through a competitive market requires a strategic blend of quality, affordability, and purpose-driven branding. #CoffeeBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BrandStory https://lnkd.in/d3QRfTaS