RNDC CEO Bob Hendrickson has Died
Robert Hendrickson, interim CEO and president of Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC), has died. The news was first made public today by the Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA).
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Global Flavors and ‘Female Rage’ Fuel Union Kitchen Event
Global flavors, heritage-inspired foods and “Female Rage” fueled Union Kitchen’s Meet the Makers event this past Sunday, drawing in nearly 100 vendors to sample.
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Emerging iced tea brands showed off convenience-oriented flavors and packaging innovations as they expand and modernize the c-store set.
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Taste Radio: Is THC In Target A Tipping Point? Finally, Fiber Is Sexy.
Is Target about to normalize THC drinks? The team unpacks a potentially game-changing move by the retail giant, and what it could mean for the future of cannabis beverages. They explore the regulatory roadblocks and why the move might be a tipping point. Plus, why PepsiCo is calling fiber “the next protein,” and a look at CPG innovations, including a surprisingly convenient twist on tomato paste.
A Drink With… Devon Trevathan, Nomadic Distiller and Co-Founder of Liba Spirits
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Chobani Raises $650 Million From ‘Long-term Oriented’ Investors
Chobani has raised $650 million in new equity capital to support its continued growth and recent manufacturing investments.
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