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🌍 As cost pressures continue to mount, CPG founders are increasingly turning to international partners to drive efficiency and sustainability. While outsourcing remains a complex topic amid reshoring debates, for many startups, it's a strategic move for survival and growth. https://lnkd.in/gHBfmMXA #CPGindustry #Startups #GlobalBusiness #SupplyChain #FoodandBeverage

⏳ Don’t miss your chance to save on BevNET Live registration. Early pricing ends this Friday, 4/25. Join CPG leaders, innovators, and investors in NYC on June 11 + 12 for the premier beverage industry event. Secure your spot now and save $100. 💼🥤 https://lnkd.in/g6fzRZAT #BevNETLive #CPGInnovation #FoodandBeverageIndustry #StartupGrowth #BeverageBusiness

Inspired by the bold flavors of their heritage and their mothers' home cooking, Vishal Patel and Parit Pathak are bringing a fresh cultural perspective to the ready-to-drink cocktail space. 🍹🇮🇳 Junglee, their new RTD brand, aims to reimagine the cocktail experience with South Asian flavors at the forefront — a category-first approach to cultural authenticity in a can. Full story on how Junglee is blending tradition and innovation👇 https://lnkd.in/gNZmv4kH #RTDcocktails #CulturalInnovation #BeverageIndustry #DrinkTrends #FoodAndDrink

We’re excited to welcome Jill Sites, EVP of Sales at The Pathfinder, to BevNET Live NYC this June 11-12 as a featured speaker! With over two decades in the beverage industry, Jill has become a leader at the intersection of innovation, brand building, and strategic sales. As EVP of Sales at The Pathfinder, a trailblazer in the non-alcoholic space, Jill drives growth for brands like Little Saints and MOTH Drinks - B Corp™. Previously, Jill played a key role at Boisson, Betty Buzz, and Redwood Brands, driving national campaigns and shaping dynamic sales teams. She brings unmatched insight into the latest trends, from functional drinks to the evolution of non-alcoholic beverages. If BevNET Live NYC is on your radar, lock in the lowest rates now. Early registration ends this Friday (4/25)! 🗓️ June 11-12, 2025 📍 New York, NY 🔗 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gR-K8cu8 🌐 More Info: https://lnkd.in/epbBPEx Jacqui Brugliera | John Craven | Mike Schneider | Jeff Klineman | Ray Latif

🍝 From bold flavor to bold moves — 25-year-old founders Troy Bonde and Winston Alfieri are shaking up the sauce aisle with Sauz. With a culture-driven brand and a fresh approach to content and community, they’re building one of the hottest names in CPG. Hear their journey on this week’s Taste Radio. https://lnkd.in/g-8XnuuZ #CPGInnovation #EmergingBrands #FoodEntrepreneurs #TasteRadio #StartupSuccess

We’re hosting the next Grocery Run with Startup CPG and Cambridge Naturals! 🗓️ Thursday, May 8 | 🕔 5–8 PM 📍 BevNET HQ, Newton, MA Join us for a panel with Cambridge Naturals' buyers, then stick around to network + sample with emerging brands. Founders—bring your product! 🎟️ RSVP: https://lnkd.in/g8uMZFkX AltroFood | Farmer Foodie® | alldae superfruit soda | Xinca Foods | Kay's Curries | Reprise Health | Elcove | RINGA® | Pure Mitti

BevNET Live NYC is happening June 11 + 12, and early registration ends this Friday, April 25! 🐦💨 If you’re planning to attend, now’s the time to register and lock in the lowest rate. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/epbBPEx 🎫 Register: https://lnkd.in/gR-K8cu8 John Craven | Jacqui Brugliera | Mike Schneider | Ray Latif | Jeff Klineman

🍃 Canadian yerba mate brand Mateína is making a strategic pivot: its 12 oz. RTD line is now sugar-free, sweetened with stevia. Founder/CEO Nicolas Beaupré says the move offers a “big advantage” in a competitive market, positioning the brand for growth in the better-for-you space. https://lnkd.in/g7HD_SxS #BetterForYou #BeverageInnovation #YerbaMate #RTD #SugarFree

Is the food and beverage funding freeze finally thawing? ❄️➡️💰 FABID’s Q1 2025 Report reveals a surprising rebound in deal size and investor appetite—just not where you might expect. Explore the data shaping the future of F&B investment. 📊 https://lnkd.in/gYXhBrnz #FoodAndBeverage #StartupFunding #CPGTrends #VentureCapital #FoodInnovation

ICYMI: This week’s beverage news is bubbling with big moves and even bigger investments 💸🚀 🧃 Functional tea brand Ryl Tea is going full throttle after landing $15M to supercharge its footprint and scale 4X in retail: https://lnkd.in/g9yyjPJJ 🥤 Probiotic soda brand Culture Pop just raised over $15M to “close the gap” in modern soda offerings—and it's now headed to shelves nationwide at Target: https://lnkd.in/ggsAp_j3 🔥 Ignite20 is lighting up the early-stage CPG space with a fresh $7M fund fueling 60 startups. Here’s how they’re redefining startup support: https://lnkd.in/g9uiYmVS 🍭 Plus, No Cap! is adding some sweetness to the modern soda game via a new licensing deal with iconic candy maker Albanese: https://lnkd.in/gzyN5bHU #CPGnews #BeverageIndustry #StartupFunding #FunctionalBeverages #Innovation Want to stay in the loop with the latest industry news? Get our free daily newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gtcAU3UJ