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Sauz cooked 58 days to fill a single Target PO. Magic Mind paid for matcha five months before revenue. A new ebook in collaboration with Oceans Talent unpacks what actually breaks after product market fit, and how brands can rebuild the company while it is still in motion. https://win.bevnet.com/co-publishing/oceans-webinar

Nearly any five-year-old would probably jump at the idea of eating pizza every day for 100 days. It’s a different story for a grown man training for an Ironman triathlon.

Damiano Messineo, the co-founder of lupini bean frozen pizza brand Loopini, took on the challenge and tracked his journey for an upcoming documentary premiering this weekend at the Tribeca Screening Room.

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In this Nombase Education Series, Nicole Dawes, founder of Late July and Nixie, explains how to build a mission-driven brand where the mission isn’t marketing — it’s the operating system.

Drawing from two decades of building nationally recognized companies rooted in purpose, Nicole shares how a clear mission can shape every choice a founder makes, from sourcing and formulation to hiring, pricing, and retail partnerships. She explores how staying true to your values doesn’t limit growth; it sharpens it, leading to smarter decisions, operational efficiency, and long-term profitability. 

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The Hershey Company named Heather Hoytink as president of its U.S. business. 

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Maxine’s Heavenly has added fresh capital and production capacity as demand for its soft-baked creme sandwich cookies continues to outpace supply.

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A federal judge has blocked the USDA from allowing states to prohibit SNAP recipients from using benefits to purchase soda and candy. But the ruling is based on technicality rather than the merit of those programs…

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Here’s a look at leading headlines from around the food industry. Go beyond the headlines with Insiders access.

1. Pat McAfee’s New Play: Co-Owner of PB&J Brand Jams

2. Premium Hot Dog Startup Gleezy Raises $2M

3. Protein Pints Thinks Outside The Carton, Launches Pops

4. Chef Marcus Samuelsson Launches Simmer Sauce Brand

5. Kindling Snacks Founder Cameron Smith on Protein’s Next Act

It’s Hump Day! Here’s a taste of the latest marketing moves from around the food industry.

🥜 Redefine Foods launched Marshmallow Skippy Oatmeal Protein Pie, a soft-baked oatmeal sandwich pie with a peanut butter and marshmallow-flavored filling. Read the full release

⚽ Yoggies was named the Official Better-For-You Snack Partner of Gotham FC as part of the team’s multi-year partnership with parent company Nature’s Garden. Learn more on Nosh

🌺 ALOHA’s plant-based protein bars are moving from the supplement aisle into the main grocery set at roughly 2,000 Walmart stores nationwide. Get all the details

🥣 The Campbell’s Company is expanding its reach in the growing gluten-free category through a new partnership with Banza. Get all the details

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What Brands Chasing Those Retailers Need to Know

Getting onto retail shelves can feel like a big accomplishment – but what happens when strong velocity, national distribution, and real sales still don't add up to a profitable business?

Lauren Chew of Love + Chew Superfood Cookies shares the story behind her decision to exit 2,500 retail doors through UNFI and KeHE – even with velocities buyers were happy with.

Listen to the episode now. Also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.