Recent industry reports indicate that consumption of alcoholic beverages has slowed, largely attributed to the increased preference among consumers for more health-conscious lifestyles. And while this might seem like bad news for the industry, consumers aren’t willing to give up beer, wine, or spirits completely. Instead, they’re seeking out higher-quality, premium options instead. For example, […]
The majority of U.S. businesses are privately owned. As we set out to celebrate America’s independence this Fourth of July, we also encourage you to consider including one of these companies — all of which are independently owned — in your celebrations. And yes, we’ve even included some of our favorite brands that offer the […]
The wine and spirits industry is deeply rooted in tradition. From family-owned businesses passed down through generations to recipes steeped in time-honored processes, the industry is one that’s well established. And when it comes to benefits and perks, wine and spirits employers are likely to offer the kinds of conventional benefits that have long defined […]
In today’s talent-driven market, benefits matter. According to a Glassdoor report, 80 percent of workers would prefer new or additional benefits to a pay increase, and 90 percent of millennials, in particular, would choose new or added benefits over a pay increase. These numbers are especially of interest in the wine and spirits industry where […]
In 2009, when Ethan Brown started his vegan meat alternative company, Beyond Meat, he had big dreams for it. It’s unlikely though that he — or anyone else — could predict just how successful it would become. As of 2019, Beyond Meat’s products are sold in Whole Foods and at TGI Fridays restaurants around the […]
BevNET Live is the leading conference for the beverage industry. Attended by hundreds of the industry’s biggest names including Coca-Cola, Starbucks, PepsiCo, and Califia Farms, BevNET Live is the premier place for companies of all sizes to find inspiration, gain insight on industry trends, and connect with other like-minded entrepreneurs. A twice-annual event, BevNET Live’s […]
Twice annually, decision-makers from some of the biggest natural, organic, sustainable and healthy companies around the world come together at the NOSH Live conference. During the two-day event, speakers discuss the latest developments and best practices in the industry, and attendees are invited to attend Q&A sessions, check out growing startups, and sample some of […]
There’s never been a better time to find a great job. In April 2019, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that 263,000 new jobs had been added in that month alone. The impressive number, combined with a healthy 3.6 percent unemployment rate — the lowest unemployment rate since 1969 — means that there’s no […]
As marijuana legalization and support for legalization continue to gain momentum, one of the biggest hurdles that the cannabis industry faces is imagined fears. In particular, there is a lot of confusion surrounding dispensaries. In fact, Pew Research found that there is a 25-point percentage gap between respondents’ support for legalization (which stands at 75 […]
According to the Global Wellness Institute, the global wellness economy was a $4.2 trillion market at the end of 2017. Not only does the industry represent 5.3 percent of global economic output, but from 2015 to 2017, it experienced an annual growth of 6.4 percent. It’s safe to say that the wellness space is thriving […]