5 Great Beverage Jobs in Texas’ Biggest Cities There’s a lot to love about Texas. It’s the second largest state in the U.S., by both area and population, and was ranked one of the nation’s hardest-working states, according to WalletHub (it came in at No. 7). Texas also boasts diverse landscapes, vibrant cities, and a food and drink scene all its own. And […] CATEGORIES Beverage PUBLISHED February 4, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
Jessica Lawrence Jessica Lawrence has been named Sales Director at Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits NY. She had been Area Manager at Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits NY. CATEGORIES Beverage PUBLISHED February 2, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
Amandeep Parhar Amandeep Parhar has been named National Account Manager at Abbott Nutrition. He had been National Account Executive at AriZona Beverages. CATEGORIES Beverage PUBLISHED February 2, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
Rich Clark Rich Clark has been named Vice President of Sales at Hälsa Foods. He had been Senior Vice President at Perfect Bar. CATEGORIES Food PUBLISHED February 2, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
Serial Entrepreneur Steve Luttmann Is On the ‘Lookout for the Next Best Thing’ in Food and Beverage While some entrepreneurs would be satisfied with a single prosperous venture like the global success of a brand as influential as Leblon Cachaça, Steve Luttmann is always looking for the next big thing. His passion for the food and beverage space means he’s always ambitiously seeking out unique new experiences to help bring to market. As Managing […] CATEGORIES Beverage PUBLISHED February 2, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
How the HeartRise Movement Is Building Connective Work Cultures Your people are your superpower. Research shows that when everyone thrives, the organization thrives. In this digital world where surface connections run supreme at our fingertips, real, heartfelt connection and meaningful relationships are few and far between. We seem to have forgotten that people best respond to who we are and how we show up. […] CATEGORIES Company Culture PUBLISHED January 28, 2020 AUTHOR Jessie May Wolfe
Should You Walk Out of a Job Interview? Those of us who have spent any length of time in the workforce are certain to have at least one interview experience that didn’t go quite as planned. Maybe it’s a hiring manager who showed up late to the interview without any warning or apology, or a hostile interviewer who appeared to want nothing to […] CATEGORIES Career Advice PUBLISHED January 25, 2020 AUTHOR Madison Troyer
Inspira Marketing Group’s Mission to Put People, Passion, and Purpose at the Center of Innovation When you start a company at the beginning of a recession, it has to be pretty incredible to survive. Inspira Marketing Group, an experiential marketing agency headquartered in Norwalk, Conn., has done more than that — it’s thrived. When Jeff Snyder founded Inspira in 2008, he set out to create a different type of agency […] CATEGORIES Company Culture PUBLISHED January 22, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
These Jobs Will Inspire You: 6 Beverage Jobs in New York City to Take Your Career to the Next Level Make it here, make it anywhere? New York City is often synonymous with career ambition. So if you’re dreaming of taking your career in the beverage industry to new heights, we’ve rounded up some beverage jobs in the Big Apple. Discover some open roles below: Loverboy | Brand Representative This role will manage and foster […] CATEGORIES Beverage PUBLISHED January 21, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
Jobs Are Booming in These 12 US Cities There are certain cities that are synonymous with major job markets. For example, the tech industry is booming in San Francisco, Chicago has been dubbed the “Silicon Valley” of food and beverage, and the political pulse of the nation can best be felt in Washington D.C. However, these aren’t the only cities that are job […] CATEGORIES Career Advice PUBLISHED January 19, 2020 AUTHOR Madison Troyer
Leadership Lessons and Sales Growth Insights with Pernod Ricard’s Nam Phu Nam Phu credits his unique background in both finance and sales as one of the main reasons behind his team’s impressive growth. As the Market Manager Off-Premise at Pernod Ricard, Phu combines his experience in finance and operations with his expertise in pricing, processes, and route to market strategies to help add value to the […] CATEGORIES Beverage PUBLISHED January 19, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
5 Modern Beauty Brands with Instagram Success Stories In recent years, countless beauty brands have used social media as an irreplaceable marketing tool for gaining exposure and connecting with consumers. While the platform preference depends on the nature of each brand, modern beauty brands lean toward Instagram for two obvious reasons — it’s highly visual and interactive. Skincare, beauty, and wellness companies actively […] CATEGORIES Beauty PUBLISHED January 15, 2020 AUTHOR Polina Meshkova
Brewery Jobs for Beer Enthusiasts If you’ve ever wanted to merge your passion for drinking beer with making it, now’s your chance. We searched our beverage job board to bring you some of the most exciting jobs in brewery operations. Whether it’s a Head of Brewing Operations or a Sampling Specialist, these jobs will give you the opportunity to go […] CATEGORIES Beverage PUBLISHED January 14, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
Andrew Stein Andrew Stein has been named Regional Sales Manager, Mid Atlantic at Willie’s Superbrew. He had been National Accounts Manager, On-Premise at Bell’s Brewery. CATEGORIES Beverage PUBLISHED January 9, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
4 Midwest Cannabis Companies Gaining Traction After Illinois Legalizes Marijuana In December 2019, the state of Illinois passed a 600-page bill legalizing the sale and consumption of recreational cannabis for adults over the age of 21. While the bill contained plenty of fine print (including a “no deliveries” clause and strict hours for dispensaries), that hasn’t seemed to deter excited consumers from lining up as early […] CATEGORIES Cannabis PUBLISHED January 9, 2020 AUTHOR Madison Troyer
Dan Smith Dan Smith has been named National Sales Manager at Cougar Crest Estate Winery. He had been Northwest Sales Manager at Bridgeview Vineyards. CATEGORIES Beverage PUBLISHED January 9, 2020 AUTHOR ForceBrands
4 Things Job Seekers Need to Know About ‘Job Auditions’ As if the interview process wasn’t stressful enough, some employers have added an additional hurdle prospective candidates must clear in order to receive an offer: the job audition. In the past several years, these “tests” have become increasingly popular across several fields. Designed to see how a candidate will actually perform in the role, job […] CATEGORIES Career Advice PUBLISHED January 7, 2020 AUTHOR Madison Troyer
Building Emotional Connections: Marketing Insights with Davos Brands’ Daniel Mandelbaum Each month, ForceBrands partners with The Tasting Panel magazine. The Tasting Panel offers an insider’s look at the tastemakers and trendsetters in today’s growing beverage industry. From winemaker profiles, to brands that are the bartenders’ best friend, this monthly publication gets up close and personal with today’s influencers and explores the products they love the most. […] CATEGORIES Beverage PUBLISHED January 5, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
Matt Freeman Matt Freeman has been named Pacific Northwest Manager at Torii Mor Winery. He had been Northwest Regional Manager at Quintessential Wine Company. CATEGORIES Beverage PUBLISHED January 5, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
Illinois Marks Milestone Debut of Legal Cannabis with Impressive Sales The new decade ushered in sweeping changes for Illinois as recreational marijuana became legal across the state. Thousands of residents lined up on January 1 to be among the first customers to make purchases at the 37 dispensaries across the state. According to the state, more than 77,000 transactions were made, totaling nearly $3.2 million […] CATEGORIES Cannabis PUBLISHED January 3, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
4 Inspiring Plant-Based Food Companies to Watch in 2020 American diets are getting healthier. According to a food trend forecast from Nielsen that surveyed nearly 20,000 Americans, diet and nutrition will continue to improve in 2020. The “How America Will Eat” report found that 49 percent of respondents made healthier eating choices in 2019. And while two-thirds of Americans say their eating habits have changed […] CATEGORIES Company Culture PUBLISHED January 2, 2020 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
ForceBrands’ Karen Meshkov Presents Cannabis Brand Building Tips to Female Founders As cannabis grows and evolves, events that foster an open dialogue for cannabis brand builders to share experiences, lessons, and challenges become crucial to moving the industry forward. On December 5-6, Karen G. Meshkov, Client Strategist from ForceBrands‘ cannabis division HerbForce, presented at The Initiative, an accelerator for female-founded CBD and cannabis startup companies located in […] CATEGORIES Cannabis PUBLISHED December 23, 2019 AUTHOR Polina Meshkova
OWYN’s President Mark Olivieri On How Successful Brands Are Built On Great Culture Mark Olivieri is a brand marketer on a mission to connect with consumers in an authentic, real way. As president of OWYN — a vegan plant-based company that produces protein products from plant-based protein sources, including peas, organic pumpkin seeds, and flaxseed — he’s passionate about building a culture on truth and transparency. We caught […] CATEGORIES Beverage PUBLISHED December 22, 2019 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
5 Beauty and Wellness Companies to Watch in 2020 Experts predict that 2020 will be a big year for the sweeping beauty and wellness movement. Cellular beauty, nutrition science, and more sustainable, eco-friendly products are among some of the trends that will become more mainstream as people move toward true well-being. From plant-based vitamins to naturally-derived hair care, we’re sharing some of the best […] CATEGORIES Beauty PUBLISHED December 19, 2019 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
This Is What Your Office Might Look Like in 2020 Ambius, the world’s largest interior landscaping company, released its annual report highlighting the top trends in office design for 2020 and beyond. The new year will see a continued evolution in the understanding of the human-centric workplace with designs that improve employee performance and well-being, integrate innovative technologies, offer multi-functional capabilities, and facilitate an inspiring […] CATEGORIES Company Culture PUBLISHED December 17, 2019 AUTHOR ForceBrands Partner Content
Katherine Hansen Katherine Hansen has been named Regional Sales Manager East at Outer Aisle Gourmet. She had been Regional Manager at Kicking Horse Coffee. CATEGORIES Food PUBLISHED December 17, 2019 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
Michelle Russell Michelle Russell has been named Brand Marketing at Miyoko’s Creamery. She had been Director of Marketing at Navitas Organics. CATEGORIES Food PUBLISHED December 17, 2019 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
Scott Rosenbaum Scott Rosenbaum has been named Vice President at T. Edward Wines & Spirits. He had been Spirits Strategist at T. Edward Wines & Spirits. CATEGORIES Beverage PUBLISHED December 17, 2019 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
How to Talk About Your Workload with Your Manager That Won’t Compromise Your Work Ethic In today’s modern workplace, employees often end up taking on more work in their roles than originally outlined in their official duties and responsibilities. As hard-working as you might be, it’s possible to have too many projects and tasks on your plate at one time. As a result, your efficiency decreases, and very likely the […] CATEGORIES Career Advice PUBLISHED December 16, 2019 AUTHOR Polina Meshkova
Expert Tips On How Job Seekers Can Stay Motivated During the Holidays Ask anyone and they’ll likely agree that the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year. For professionals, it means wrapping up end-of-year goals, meeting deadlines in between office parties, and strategic planning for the year ahead. With the flurry of activity, it’s easy for job seekers to feel discouraged that the […] CATEGORIES Career Advice PUBLISHED December 15, 2019 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
4 Direct-to-Consumer Pet Wellness Companies Shaping the Market In recent years there’s been an explosion of direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands across all industries, from beauty and supplements to bubbly beverages and snacks. Pet care is no exception. Not only is it a massive market, but it’s also rapidly growing. In 2018, Nielsen found that e-commerce sales of pet consumables had increased by 53 percent […] CATEGORIES Company Culture PUBLISHED December 12, 2019 AUTHOR Madison Troyer
How Sweet Nothings’ Founders Beth Porter and Jake Kneller Are Proving Healthy Can Be Delicious Healthy food can (and should) taste great. That’s the belief that led founders Beth Porter and Jake Kneller to launch Sweet Nothings. A single-serve healthy frozen anytime snack with limited ingredients (all of which are plant-based), Sweet Nothings is an inventive treat that’s unlike any other on the market. Working as bi-coastal business partners — with Porter […] CATEGORIES Food PUBLISHED December 8, 2019 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer
How and When to Ask for the Raise You Deserve Asking for a raise in your career can be a difficult topic to navigate, and it’s one that many simply avoid. According to a study by Payscale, only 43 percent out of over 30,000 surveyed employees asked for a raise, while the other 57 percent never did because they either received a raise without asking or […] CATEGORIES Career Advice PUBLISHED December 8, 2019 AUTHOR Polina Meshkova
5 Plant-Based Meal Kits That Deliver the Gift of Good Health Meal delivery kits have become a vibrant channel in the plant-based boom. Cereal giant Kellogg recently announced plans to launch a new plant-based meal delivery service with Deliveroo in an effort to keep pace with the sweeping health and wellness movement. The popular complete plant-based meal kit company, Purple Carrot, has also created an incubator […] CATEGORIES Company Culture PUBLISHED December 5, 2019 AUTHOR Madison Troyer
4 Ways to Let Go of a Grudge At Work Workplaces aren’t perfect, and neither are the employees who work at them. Whether it’s getting passed over for a promotion, doing more than your fair share of work on a project, or having your idea taken without receiving credit, almost everyone in the workforce has felt wronged at some point during the course of their […] CATEGORIES Career Advice PUBLISHED December 3, 2019 AUTHOR Madison Troyer
David Alexander David Alexander has been named Senior Sales Representative at Ascent Protein. He had been Territory Sales Representative at Kill Cliff. CATEGORIES Food PUBLISHED December 2, 2019 AUTHOR Rebecca Fryer