Launched in 2022, the initiative fosters mentorship for cohort members with Whole Foods Market experts, provides tailored educational opportunities and gives participants the potential for direct financial support.
Since its launch in spring 2020, :INCLUDED has driven unprecedented growth and amplification for its 500+ members in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector, delivering over $5 million in direct value.
The products should reflect areas such as functional beverage, hydration, sober-curious beverages, low sugar or carb, protein solutions, global flavors, healthy meal solutions and premium pet items.
California Milk Advisory Board and partner VentureFuel award Petit Pot and select four new finalists during the final pitch and Future of Dairy Expo event
As the winner of the 2024 RCM Excelerator, Petit Pot will receive $100,000 worth of marketing support from the CMAB to continue scaling their dairy-based desserts in California and beyond.
Browse a curated collection of items from Black-owned and founded brands including foods and health and beauty products
February 28, 2024
In honor of Black History Month, the Kroger Co. celebrated a variety of Black-owned and founded businesses. Whether it is a customer favorite or new and exciting brand, the retailer is showcasing must-have products for shoppers to add to their cart on their next shopping trip.
The cohort includes Curation Beverage Co, Heather's Choice, I Love Micheladas, Kelsi's Kitchen, Ohh Foods, Sanara and Wellnergy Pets
February 23, 2024
Throughout the 12-week program, emerging brands get support and connections to help them successfully scale. SKU's tailor-made curriculum covers a breadth of key topics, including operations, channel strategy, innovation, supply chain and fundraising.
The event, scheduled for May 23, 2024, will be held at 167 Green Street, bringing together visionary entrepreneurs, savvy investors, and industry leaders at the forefront of technology-driven transformations shaping the food industry's future.
Following an open call for applicants and a rigorous evaluation process, Keto Kind and Superfrau emerged as the winners of the start-up challenge. These exceptional startups have demonstrated outstanding potential in advancing science and driving new solutions in the food and nutrition space.
The Specialty Food Association announced the 2024 Winter Fancy Food Show cohort, which is a mission-driven collective of BIPOC founders and executives, dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices and creating equitable opportunities for diverse leaders across the consumer packaged goods ecosystem.
In its fifth year, the 2023 Real California Milk Excelerator advances innovation in its truest state: open innovation. As one of the largest dairy competitions in the world, the program sought early-stage applicants with high-growth potential that create a 50% cow's milk-based product or working prototype.