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Yasso Plans Next Growth Phase With New HQ, New CEO Craig Shiesley

Yasso Frozen Greek Yogurt, the frozen Greek yogurt bar maker, is opening a new headquarters office in better-for-you hub, Boulder, Colorado, and adding a new CEO and management team. As the brand prepares to hit $100 million in revenue in 2019, Yasso co-founders and current co-CEOs  Drew Harrington and Amanda Klane are transitioning out of […]

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Nonprofit Executive Caryl M. Stern To Lead Walton Family Foundation

Walton Family Foundation Board Chair Carrie Walton Penner reported that Caryl M. Stern has been named the foundation’s new executive director. “Caryl’s incredible record of leadership and service makes her the perfect choice for the Walton Family Foundation,” said Penner. “We are excited to have her join us in making a difference for those we […]

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Culinary Bob Bread Hero Promises Fresh Bread For Longer

The Culinary Bob [Everlasting] Bread Hero bread preserver is now available on Amazon, eBay and culinarybob.com, and will be coming soon to other retailers. Culinary Bob is a division of Bossanova Enterprises LLC, a family-, woman- and veteran-owned small business based in Altus, Oklahoma. According to founder Karen Brumme, the “Culinary Bob [Everlasting] Bread Hero […]

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TIPA, EFI And Cierto Global To Host Workshop Day On Labor

The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) will be hosting two workshops at their corporate headquarters in Mission, Texas, on Sept. 24. The topics will focus on overcoming labor challenges which is proving to be a key concern in the produce industry. These sessions are available for free for TIPA members, along with Texas Vegetable Association, […]

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Liviri Introduces Reusable, Insulated Last-Mile Solution For Grocers

Brick-and-mortar stores weren’t built to support the quick-turn online grocery shopping trend, creating challenges to support in-store grocery pickup and last-mile delivery. Fort Collins, Colorado-based Liviri has launched Liviri Shuttle, a family of durable, reusable insulated boxes designed to solve the inefficiencies of today’s e-commerce grocers. Liviri is currently using Shuttle products in active pilot […]

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7-Eleven Debuts Donuts, Cupcake Inspired By Mixology Trends

7-Eleven stores have launched new baked goods inspired by cocktail favorites. The alcohol-free donuts and cupcake are made fresh daily in local kitchens. The three new bakery items are available at participating 7-Eleven stores for a limited time: Piña Colada Cupcake, a white cupcake with banana and pineapple, filled with piña colada-flavored filling and piña […]

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7-Eleven Looks For Up-And-Coming ‘Brands with Heart’

Irving, Texas-based 7-Eleven Inc. is searching for up-and-coming brands to attend Brands with Heart, its second annual emerging brands event, which will be held at its store support center in Irving, Oct. 22-23. Brands can apply before Sept. 20 for a chance to showcase their most innovative products while engaging with leaders from the world’s […]

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H-E-B’s Helping Heroes Celebrates Emergency Responders Across Texas On Sept. 11

Staring down a burning grill outside Fire Station #1 in San Antonio, H-E-B Partner (employee) Jeff Cedillo flipped burgers as hungry first responders crowded around the pit. For Cedillo, cooking for emergency personnel on 9/11 is a regular occurrence, something he looks forward to every year as part of H-E-B’s Helping Heroes. (See photos below.) […]