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We're f'n pumped to share that KRUSHWELL is a 2023 Shelfies Awards Finalist! Startup CPG’s Shelfie Awards is the (self-proclaimed) Emmy’s of Emerging Food and Beverage brands. It recognizes the most promising startup food and beverage brands. According to Startup CPG, this year was the most competitive to date, with 600+ product submissions and some of the most incredible innovation they’ve ever seen. KRUSHWELL stood out to the Startup CPG judges and industry experts among the competition, and we're so immensely proud of this accomplishment! More about Startup CPG: Startup CPG is the national network for emerging brands working toward a better food system. Its mission is to elevate emerging food and beverage brands. Startup CPG understands the cost and labor barriers to nominating brands for larger awards and that award recognition could catapult emerging brands into success. By offering the Best-In-Class Awards to the most promising 1-5 person brand in the CPG space, Startup CPG is helping companies get a foothold in the market We're eternally grateful to the Startup CPG team and the entire Startup CPG network. Below is a link to the Shelfies Finalist spread in the latest Startup CPG magazine. https://lnkd.in/eBCsBShj #community #startup #fitness #fun #beverage #cpg #krushwell

To help early growth stage #businesses in the food innovation industry, Gruhas Gusto has announced the launch of a six-month #accelerator programme. The program’s objectives include providing them with support in vital areas such as developing a brand, access to markets, endorsements from prominent individuals, logistics partnerships, and access to experienced #mentors. Gruhas Gusto is a groundbreaking 6-month accelerator program aimed at catalysing the growth of early-stage #food companies. With strategic support from esteemed partners, including Gruhas, Jubilant Bhartia Family Office, DLF Family Office, and Anthill Ventures, Gruhas Gusto is set to redefine the landscape of the food #industry through cutting-edge innovation and technology, aiming to enhance well-being while curating exceptional dining experiences. Gruhas Gusto Gruhas Anthill Ventures DLF Read more - https://lnkd.in/dSbAFesK To share your startup story write us on - [email protected] #gruhasgusto #footech #startupaccelerator

Hold the phone, foodies! Beloved gourmet market Foxtrot just unexpectedly closed its doors, leaving everyone wondering what went wrong. But the real impact goes beyond disappointed shoppers. Small brands like Spring & Mulberry are devastated! This chocolate startup spent a ton of time and resources getting into Foxtrot, only to have their inventory sit idle after the closure. This isn't just a sad story – it's a wake-up call for emerging brands relying on trendy retailers to launch. Is the "cool factor" expiring? Several trendy stores like Foxtrot have shut down recently. Does this mean brick-and-mortar is doomed? But wait, there's a glimmer of hope! Specialty stores like Erewhon and Pop Up Grocer can still be launchpads for new brands. And that Foxtrot experience can be valuable when pitching to bigger chains. The future of retail is a recipe in progress. What are your thoughts on the Foxtrot fallout? Is there a place for trendy stores in today's market? Sound off in the comments! #retail #startup #startups #foxtrot #erewhon #popupgrocer

🚀🍬 Nominate for the Confectionery Startup of the Year Award! 🍬🚀 Is there a new confectionery company that has caught your eye with its innovative approach and market influence? It is time to give them the spotlight they deserve with the Confectionery Startup of the Year Award! This award is designed to honour a recently founded confectionery company that is not just impressing with its products but is also showing exciting potential in reshaping the confectionery industry with fresh ideas and effective business strategies. 🌟 Who is a Contender for This Award? We are looking for startups in the confectionery sector that are redefining the way we think about sweets and treats. 🌟 Criteria for Nomination: · Growth Trajectory: Rapid and consistent growth in terms of revenue, user base, or market capture. · Innovative Approach: Introduction of novel solutions, products, or services that disrupt traditional market norms. · Societal Contribution: Positive influence on society or environment, if applicable. · Presentation: Structured, concise, and compelling narrative of the startup’s journey. 🌟 Why Nominate? By nominating a startup, you are not only recognising their current achievements but also encouraging their journey towards becoming a major player in the industry. ✨ How to Enter: Please use the following form https://lnkd.in/eeQBa3Bc The deadline for nominations is 2nd February 2024. Nominate your favourite confectionery startup today and help highlight the future changemakers of our industry! #Innovation #Confectionery #foodindustry #food #foodmanufacturing

FOMO Beverages, a brand born from home kitchens, secured a major client like Khan Chacha, proving passion projects have potential. While consumer testing is crucial, wouldn't an in-depth understanding of purchase triggers be the secret sauce for sustainable growth? Imagine predicting micro-trends before they explode, or even identifying entirely new unmet consumer needs. Let's go beyond taste and explore the emotional drivers behind beverage choices. What's the FOMO behind FOMO? Swipe right to learn more. Founded by, Avik Chaudhery & Gaurang G. Researched & Written by: Rishab Tej #GrabOn #startuplife #beverageindustry #userexperience #beverage #startupnews #latestnews #startups #b2bmarketing #b2bstrategy #productmanagement

The Startup Pavilion is back and better than ever at Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) FIRST: Annual Event and Expo. As the top visited area last year, it's a must-see for anyone interested in the latest food innovations. If you're a food startup, don't miss out on the chance to compete for a $10,000 prize presented by Seeding The Future Foundation. Learn more about this IFT FIRST hot spot at the link below. #IFTFIRST #FoodInnovation #FoodStartUps

𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟑𝟎 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐨𝐟 #StartupWisdom! 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟒: 𝐉𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐨'𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐮𝐫𝐞 Established in 2013, Juicero gained fame for its high-end $699 wifi-connected juicer, a brainchild of its original founder 𝐃𝐨𝐮𝐠 𝐄𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐬, who likened himself to Steve Jobs in his pursuit of juicing excellence. The juicer, often dubbed the "Keurig for juice" by tech blogs, operated with exclusive juice packs. Despite CEO Jeffrey Dunn's assertion that Juicero was more than just a juicer, the public wasn't convinced. A Bloomberg video revealing that the juice packs could be hand-squeezed just as efficiently, if not faster, led to a decline in consumer interest. Investors were also put off by the perceived bulkiness of the machine, prompting the company to slash the machine's price to $399 in response to negative press. Despite efforts to make the device more affordable by reducing the machine and juice pack prices, Juicero closed its doors a mere 16 months after its initial launch. In their final blog post, the team cited the need for an "𝘢𝘤𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘹𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘩 𝘧𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘺 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘪𝘯" to continue their mission of establishing a luxury juice brand. 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲: Before launching, make sure to let users evaluate both your product and pricing, and be responsive to the feedback received. (Source: https://lnkd.in/dGeF9XDn) #startup #Failure #business #innovation #leadership

What I love about working with start-ups is the sheer energy, creativeness and ambition their founders bring with them to the stage ⚡ ✨ That's why it was a real pleasure to organise the Plant FWD start-up program again together with our partners Brave New Food and Impact Hub Amsterdam. From over 75 applications across 19 countries, from The Netherlands to New Zealand, we’re excited to announce the final 10 start-ups chosen to pitch their pioneering plant-based solutions onstage on April 23 & 24 in Amsterdam: - Time-travelling Milkman (Netherlands) - Esencia Foods (Germany) - Onego Bio (Finland) - Adamo Foods (United Kingdom) - Tempty Foods (Denmark) - Sproutje (Netherlands) - The Good Pulse Company (United Kingdom) - OLALA! (France) - Willicroft (Netherlands) - Extracellular (United Kingdom) These start-ups stood out for their innovative approaches and potential to revolutionise the plant-based industry. Each start-up has 3 minutes to capture the audience's imagination, followed by a Q&A with our panel of industry experts from the world of VC's, retail and foodservice. Super excited to see these founders pitch on stage and to see what’s next in plant-based! 💯 ➡ Don't miss out and be part of the audience that gets a first look at the innovations set to redefine our food landscape: https://www.plantfwd.com/ #PlantBasedFuture #InnovationChallenge #PlantForward #PlantFWD #StartUpChallenge #startups

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