Enjoy free coffee and a great conversation with Kate Doherty from DAL, Inc., a Cadex company, on Tuesday, June 11, at Starbucks in food court across the Colosseum. The first 10 people get breakfast provided by Kate!
#dal#nacm#cadex
If you're flicking through The Times this morning, keep an eye out for this wonderful feature with our co-founder, Adam (it's quite hard to miss!) 🍿🙌
Adam discusses the highs and lows we've faced recently, and why the return of blockbusters like Dune 2 is such great news for Joe & Seph's.
If you've not picked up a copy, you can also read the article here > https://lnkd.in/eeA4Peiu#smallbusiness#gourmet#fmcg
Thanks, Ben Nussbaum, for tapping me to report on one of the most important topics in bev-alc: the dominance of the woman consumer and her power as a c-store shopper.
Find the story in the August issue of NACS Magazine!
Our latest episode of The Corporate Dropout featuring Megan Riggs of Crunchy Hydration is out NOW! ✨
We talk with Megan about the challenges and triumphs of breaking into the competitive beverage market, and even get a little sneak peek into the brand's future plans and exciting innovations. https://bit.ly/4b4kxMt
🚀 When Marketing Minds Collide: A Nostalgic Brainstorm! 🚀
Picture this: Two marketers (Ashli Davis) walk into a bar...not just any bar, mind you its a patio in southern suburbia, but a haven of creativity, strategy, and, of course, a fine selection of wine and charcuterie! 🍇🍷
As the glasses clink and the conversation flows, it's not just about the wine, oh no! It's about the magic that happens when two marketing mavens come together to swap stories, share insights, and sprinkle a dash of brilliance into the mix. 💡✨
From dissecting the latest trends to concocting wild campaigns (fueled by a hint of liquid inspiration, of course), these two are on a mission to shake things up in the marketing world, one sip and bite at a time. 🌪️📈
So here's to the marketers who know that the best brainstorm sessions are held over a glass of wine, coffee or sweet tea, where every idea is a spark! 🚀🍷 #MarketingMagic#WineAndWisdom
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The story of when two busy marketers get together to talk shop ... "I'll bring wine" and I offered a charcuterie board. We laughed hard! I mean it's never that serious ...
They never went away you know. Big companies be slow, but they watch trends and when one makes sense to them - bang! We are in the midst of a nostalgic wave and here comes the tsunami.
5 ways brands are tapping into this:
→ 1. Limited-edition releases
Brands like 7UP are launching limited-edition beverages, like the Shirley Temple flavor. These special releases tap into childhood memories and celebratory moments, creating a strong emotional connection.
→ 2. Reviving classic flavors
Flavors like pomegranate and cherry resonate deeply with older demographics. These tastes remind people of past experiences, making them more likely to purchase.
→ 3. Creating scarcity and exclusivity
Limited-edition products create a sense of scarcity and exclusivity. This makes consumers eager to buy, fearing they'll miss out on a unique experience. Coloured Stanleys being the absolute pinnacle of this.
→ 4. Strategic partnerships
Brands often collaborate with influencers or run seasonal promotions to enhance visibility. These partnerships create excitement and drive consumer interest.
→ 5. Balancing innovation and tradition
Companies are revitalizing classic flavors to attract both nostalgic older consumers and curious younger audiences. This balance keeps the brand fresh while honouring heritage.
Remember:
Nostalgia is a powerful tool. When used wisely, it can drive sales and create lasting emotional bonds with consumers.
All those 'better-for-you' soda brands had a nice run...
...but Big Soda is SO back 😂
7up 'Shirley Temple' will be available across the US this holiday season starting next month.
Well played Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.#cpg#nostalgia#soda#shirley
h/t Snackolator (IG) and Andrea Hernández for the share on X
Diet in sufficient amount and composition is essential for good health in humans. Total dietary energy intake is modulated by food portion size, food energy density, the number of eating occasions. Diet components and gene interactions play a central role in maintaining health throughout life. Major functions of diet are not only to provide energy and building material for the growth, and development, but also to maintain cellular functions for survival. The effects of diet on gene expression are exerted throughout the life-cycle, with prenatal and early postnatal life being especially critical periods for optimal development. Changes in gene expression may be dynamic and short-term, stable and long-term, and even heritable between cell divisions and across generations. Effects of diet on brain and cognitive function are multifactorial and very complex. These effects not only involve the impact of a single dietary component or chemical on the brain but with numerous interactions between multiple nutrients, metabolites, foods, and other environmental and genetic factors. In addition to major macronutrients (carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins), diet also contains micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, and trace elements), which play important roles in maintaining optimal health.
Here I focus on a brand "Brainiac Foods". Jonathan Wolfson JD and Mark Brooks are the cofounders and CEOs of Brainiac Foods. This company manufactures snacks for the whole family targeting young and adult brain. After discovering the fact that nearly 20% of American families aren't getting the recommended levels of brain nutrients. Jonathan Wolfson JD and Mark Brooks have partnered with nutritionists, pediatricians, neurologists and dietitians to create Brainiac Foods. These nutritious products are the first and only snacks available online. These snakes contain three main Omega 3 fatty acids (alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), as well as choline, which is the structural part of phospholipids. Snacks also contain leutin containing 600 known naturally occurring carotenoids.
Brainiac Foods products are quite tasty, flavorful and healthy. Therefore, to keep your brain healthy and I would strongly recommend "Brainiac Foods" for American public.
~ Tahira Farooqui
We could not be more excited for the NEW Brainiac innovation hitting Walmart aisles this week!!!
Check out your local store to find the first and only functional FRUIT SNACK with Omega-3s and Choline! Available in 3 delicious flavors - Berry Blast, Tropical Tango and Sour Apple.
You can also find our award-winning Brain Squeezers with a new and improved look in the Applesauce aisle!
#walmart#lunchbox#brainfood#foodinnovation