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- [GENEVIEVE GILBREATH - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/genevieve-gilbreath/index.html): Genevieve Gilbreath is co-founder and General Partner at Springdale Ventures. She serves on the Board of Directors of four portfolio companies: JUDY, KOS, Tiny Organics and Gooder Foods. Gilbreath has been an active investor and entrepreneur in the consumer products space in Austin and globally for the last 15 years. (162 words)
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- [Caraway | CNN: Caraway just launched an expansive line of bakeware — and it’s a game changer - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/caraway-cnn-caraway-just-launched-an-expansive-line-of-bakeware-and-its-a-game-changer.html): Bakers of the world who have been hoping for cake tins just as worthy of the ‘gram as the cakes themselves, your prayers have been answered. The Instagram-famous cookware brand Caraway, known for its bright colorways and its nontoxic nonstick surfaces, is taking its beloved four-piece cookware set to the next level with the introduction of a bakeware set. […] (62 words, Dec 1, 2021)
- [Literati | Forbes: NBA star Steph Curry talks book clubs and investment in reading subscription service Literati - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/literati-forbes-nba-star-steph-curry-talks-book-clubs-and-investment-in-reading-subscription-service-literati.html): One of the most famous international athletes, Stephen “Steph” Curry is a point guard for the NBA’s Golden State Warriors and is considered one of the major faces of basketball today. A seven-time NBA All-Star, Curry has won three NBA Championships and been named the NBA Most Value Player two times. ESPN ranked Curry as […] (118 words, Dec 1, 2021)
- [Hazel | Forbes: Better Briefs For Women In Menopause - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/hazel-forbes-better-briefs-for-women-in-menopause/index.html): Hot flashes and insomnia are two of the better-known side effects of menopause. There are many others, however, including weakened bladder control. But until recently, few personal care startups paid attention to such problems, mirroring society’s general lack of interest in older women. Read more. (54 words, Dec 1, 2021)
- [Tiny Organics | Forbes: Tiny Organics Raises $11 Million In Series A To Shape The Palates Of Babies With Whole Vegetables - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/tiny-organics-forbes-tiny-organics-raises-11-million-in-series-a-to-shape-the-palates-of-babies-with-whole-vegetables.html): Baby food is an invented category that has been filled with pre-packaged purees that sometimes contain up to 30 grams of sugar per serving since the late 1920s, which set children’s palates to prefer sweet flavors, according to Tiny Organics’ cofounder Betsy Fore. Read more.  (47 words, Dec 1, 2021)
- [Judy | The New York Times: Disaster Prep Kits Get a Makeover - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/judy-the-new-york-times-disaster-prep-kits-get-a-makeover.html): Before last year, Whitney McGuire hadn’t seriously considered stashing an emergency survival kit in her home. But as 2020’s record-breaking fire season descended on the West Coast, the attorney, sustainability strategist and mother, who lives in Brooklyn, found herself considering what she might need to prepare if climate change-related disaster were to strike closer to home. […] (93 words, Dec 1, 2021)
- [Weekly Headlines: Support Native American-Owned Consumer Brands Today & Every Day - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/native-american-heritage-month-11-05-2021/index.html): It’s November – National Native American Heritage Month, and I am honored to set aside this time to recognize some of the most remarkable entrepreneurs in the consumer space in our today’s weekly headlines roundup, and stress why it is important to support the community on a daily basis.   It is particularly worth noting […] (422 words, Nov 5, 2021)
- [Weekly Headlines: Major Uptick In CPG Transactions & Sustainability - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/weekly-headlines-major-uptick-in-cpg-transactions-sustainability.html): Large CPG players, including Coca-Cola and Grupo Bimbo, have dominated headlines during the last week of October with major transactions fueling their further expansions into the health and wellness territory, while emerging brands appealing to environmentally-conscious shoppers continued to ramp up their sustainability efforts. Please see our headlines roundup for the last week of October […] (914 words, Oct 29, 2021)
- [Weekly Headlines: Are Smaller Footprint & Plant-Based Key To Driving Food Service Growth? - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/weekly-headlines-10-8-2021/index.html): Hello everyone, in this week’s consumer headlines, we’re taking a look at what’s driving the growth of food service as the sector is ramping up funding to support vendors with smaller footprint and more meat alternative options. On the macro level, inflation will likely continue driving the pricing of consumer goods next year, according to big […] (906 words, Oct 8, 2021)
- [Consumer Goods IPOs 'Fall' In September's Last Weekly Headlines Roundup - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/consumer-goods-ipos-fall-in-septembers-last-weekly-headlines-roundup.html): The arrival of fall coincides with the IPO frenzy in the consumer goods industry with Sovos Brands, the company behind the iconic Rao’s pasta sauce, aiming to raise as much as $373 million in its initial public offering, joining manufacturing design/packaging solutions company KDC/ONE‘s earlier pursuit of an $800 million IPO. Please see our last weekly headlines roundup for September: […] (580 words, Sep 24, 2021)
- [Weekly Headlines: How "My Dog Eats Better Than Me" Fuels More Deals In Pet Food - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/weekly-headlines-08-27-2021/index.html): Hi everyone, happy last friday in August! An increasing number of premium, health-focused pet food brands are being snapped up by investors following several M&A deals last week, reflecting a booming demand for higher quality products, and continued interest in a category that’s projected to reach $275 billion by 2030 in the U.S. alone. Meanwhile, the USDA predicts higher […] (876 words, Aug 27, 2021)
- [Weekly Headlines: Welcome UNI To The Springdale Family!! - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/weekly-headlines-08-09-2021/index.html): Happy August, everyone! Springdale has officially closed its investment in UNI, a natural, non-toxic, sustainable bodycare refill system that helps reduce single-use plastic without compromising design, while providing luxurious body care experience! I’m thrilled to welcome Alexandra and the rest of UNI’s rockstar team to our Springdale family in this week’s headlines roundup 🙂 What’s […] (570 words, Aug 9, 2021)
- [Weekly Headlines: The Future Of 'Alternatives' Is Coming To Peanut Butter & CBD - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/weekly-headlines-7-30-21/index.html): Hi everyone, while a productive July is coming to an end with Springdale officially closing several new deals, onboarding Marissa, and meeting with Tiny’s and Goodles’ founding teams, the future of the ‘alternative’ food market seems to just begin. I am delighted to include some exclusive industry news in our last headlines roundup for the month.   What’s […] (677 words, Jul 30, 2021)
- [Big Week For Springdale 💥: Marissa's On WSJ, FN-USA, FBU, & Welcome Outlaw 7.16 - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/big-week-for-springdale-f0-9f-92-a5-marissas-on-wsj-fn-usa-fbu-welcome-outlaw-7-16.html): Hi everyone, it was a major week for Springdale as the official onboarding of Marissa as our third General Partner has made the headlines across the several mainstream and trade media outlets with more publications planning to announce the news in the coming days. Outlaw has also joined the Springdale family with the closing of our investment. […] (487 words, Jul 16, 2021)
- [Weekly Headlines, But first Marissa's Onboard + SV Portcos Roundtable Are 🔥🔥 7.09 - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/weekly-headlines-7-09/index.html): Hi everyone, not every Friday is as special as this one as Springdale Ventures will officially onboard our third General Partner, Marissa Epstein, next week, making us one of the 10% of VC firms that have two more female general partners! I am delighted to share the announcement with a list of media outlets today! […] (623 words, Jul 9, 2021)
- [Weekly Headlines: 🌱Plant Meat Comes In Full Force, But 🍩 Nothing Is As Sweet As Krispy Kreme’s IPO 7.02 - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/weekly-headlines-f0-9f-8c-b1plant-meat-comes-in-full-force-but-f0-9f-8d-a9-nothing-is-as-sweet-as-krispy-kremes-ipo-7-02.html): Hi everyone, happy first Friday in July! The global plant-based meat market, which anticipates to grow at a 19.4% CAGR from 2019 to 2027, reaching $13.8 billion in sales by the end of the forecast period, has seen an uptick in investment activities over the past week with Brazilian player Future Farm gearing up for its […] (575 words, Jul 2, 2021)
- [Weekly Consumer Headlines 6.25 - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/weekly-consumer-headlines-6-25-2/index.html): Hi everyone, Springdale Ventures continues to make progress towards equality and inclusion by officially adding Tiny Organics, a Native American, all women-led baby food company that strives to transform the category filled with sugar-loaded purees for decades to savory-forward, organic, and wholesome vegetables, to its portfolio! I am delighted to share our lead in Tiny […] (611 words, Jun 25, 2021)
- [Weekly Consumer Headlines 6.11 - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/weekly-consumer-headlines-6-11/index.html): Hi Springdale family, this summer is about to become more doughy and vegan than ever before as some of the biggest investors, including M13, are rallying behind the latest cookie dough and plant-based products on the market! I am delighted to share some of the latest CPG deals, including those that have yet to be announced […] (538 words, Jun 11, 2021)
- [Weekly Headlines 6.18: 🏳️‍🌈 + Upcoming IPOs - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/weekly-consumer-headlines-6-18-2021/index.html): Entering the middle of Pride Month, LGBTQA+ led CPG businesses continue to gain traction among consumers and investors with companies, including BeePublic and Explorer Cold Brew, closing their latest rounds. I gathered some key headlines from the past week to highlight the overall industry progress towards inclusivity, and exclusive deals I’ve heard on the street: […] (643 words, Jun 4, 2021)
- [Weekly Consumer Headlines 5.21 - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/weekly-consumer-headlines-5-21/index.html): Happy Friday, everyone! Large CPG companies continue to dominate headlines this week with Hershey acquiring Lily’s Sweets in a move to compete against the other market leader Mondelēz, which has just announced nine startups participating its recently launched incubator CoLab, with meat alternatives and sustainable products gaining steam among environmentally conscious investors and… of course […] (716 words, May 21, 2021)
- [Canteen | Austin Business Journal: Austin canned cocktails company Canteen raises $31M to continue national expansion - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/canteen-austin-business-journal-austin-canned-cocktails-company-canteen-raises-31m-to-continue-national-expansion.html): Austin canned cocktail startup Canteen Spirits and Cantina, which makes a variety of fruity vodka sodas, announced April 16 that it has raised a $31 million round of equity and debt funding led by ATX Global Co-invest, which is part of ATX Venture Partners. Canteen launched in 2019. It has reached shelves in all 50 […] (80 words, Apr 19, 2021)
- [Eterneva | Austin Business Journal: Eterneva — one of Austin's most interesting startups — helps Americans grieve differently - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/eterneva-austin-business-journal-eterneva-one-of-austins-most-interesting-startups-helps-americans-grieve-differently.html): Austin’s Eterneva Inc. has been there for customers and funeral homes alike as the Covid-19 pandemic has forced people the world over to grieve and mourn differently. For example, the company, which transforms the remains of deceased loved ones and pets into diamonds, announced in May it would freely digitize all arrangement materials for funeral homes in […] (80 words, Apr 19, 2021)
- [Dragons' Den CPG Pitch Room on Clubhouse with Arlene Dickinson & Friends - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/dragons-den-cpg-pitch-room-on-clubhouse-with-arlene-dickinson-friends.html): ❗️ Attn. CPG startups! Would you like an opportunity to pitch you company to a room of serious CPG investors? Please join Arlene Dickinson, from District Ventures & 🐉 CBC’s Dragons’ Den, and her friends – Greg Fleishman, Genevieve G. Gilbreath & Lauren Rinkey from Springdale Ventures, Julie Lyle, Carla Stanmyre McDonald, James Boskovic, Christopher […] (116 words, Apr 8, 2021)
- [Caraway | Fortune: How Caraway built the most in-demand cookware brand of the pandemic - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/fortune-caraway-how-caraway-built-the-most-in-demand-cookware-brand-of-the-pandemic.html): Since the start of pandemic-imposed lockdowns just over a year ago, Caraway, like other home brands, was fortunate to be part of an industry for which demand skyrocketed overnight. With increasing numbers of American adults staying home and cooking more, the brand saw e-commerce sales rise more than 20-fold on an annual basis, selling out of […] (100 words, Apr 7, 2021)
- [In Good Taste | Thrillist: Why Bring One Big Bottle of Wine to the Picnic When You Can Bring 8 Small Ones? - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/in-good-taste-thrillist-why-bring-one-big-bottle-of-wine-to-the-picnic-when-you-can-bring-8-small-ones.html): If you like trying new wines but don’t like buying an entire bottle to do so, the digital wine shop, In Good Taste, is exactly what you need. The concept is simple: pick one of their curated tasting flights (which consists of eight bottles of unique wines), drink them all, perhaps make tasting notes like “splendid […] (84 words, Apr 1, 2021)
- [Caraway | What I Found: Jordan Nathan (Caraway) - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/caraway-what-i-found-jordan-nathan-caraway/index.html): Caraway is a thoughtfully-designed, non-toxic, eco-friendly cookware brand on a mission to raise the standards of what we cook with. While many of us are aware of the chemicals in our foods, the harmful chemicals hiding in our cookware is a long overdue conversation. We discovered a solution in ceramic coating that makes cookware non-toxic, […] (74 words, Feb 18, 2021)
- [Literati | Tech Crunch: Literati Raises $40M for its Book Club Platform - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/literati-tech-crunch-literati-raises-40m-for-its-book-club-platform.html): Founder and CEO Jessica Ewing (a former product manager at Google) explained that the Austin-based company started out with book clubs for kids, before launching its Luminary brand for adult book clubs last year. And the Luminary clubs live up to the name — they’re curated by notable figures such as activist and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai, […] (100 words, Feb 18, 2021)
- [Canteen | Forbes "How CANTEEN Spirits CEO Brandon Cason Is Shaking Up The Ready-To-Drink Cocktail Game" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/canteen-forbes-how-canteen-spirits-ceo-brandon-cason-is-shaking-up-the-ready-to-drink-cocktail-game.html): But if you’re looking for a real liquor-based seltzer, CANTEEN is what you need. This vodka-based ready-to-drink beverage is 99 calories, sodium free, non-gmo, and gluten free since it uses a corn-based vodka that is distilled and filtered. Moreover, it doesn’t have a weird after taste that is common with seltzers that are “sweetened” with […] (78 words, Feb 18, 2021)
- [Judy | Architectural Digest: This Feels Like the Most 2020 Gift of All - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/judy-architectural-digest-this-feels-like-the-most-2020-gift-of-all.html): In a year that feels about as apocalyptic as the 21st century can get, any ameliorative for our anxieties comes high on a gift list this holiday season. Since aromatherapy and scented candles can’t guarantee your peace of mind through the remainder of 2020, the next best bet may be investing in emergency preparedness, survival, and a […] (108 words, Jan 19, 2021)
- [Caraway | Food & Wine: The 8 Best Non-Toxic Cookware Buys for Home Cooks, According to Customers - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/caraway-food-wine-the-8-best-non-toxic-cookware-buys-for-home-cooks-according-to-customers.html): You may put a great deal of thought into which ingredients you cook with, but you might not be paying as much attention to the materials behind the pots and pans you have on hand. According to the FDA, high levels of toxic chemicals from the wrong nonstick cookware can enter our food supply and cause […] (76 words, Jan 19, 2021)
- [Canteen | Austin Business Journal: Journal Profile: Brandon Cason talks launching Canteen Spirits amid pandemic - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/canteen-austin-business-journal-journal-profile-brandon-cason-talks-launching-canteen-spirits-amid-pandemic.html) (109 words, Nov 23, 2020)
- [KOS | KOS Project 10 Million Meals*: Providing Meals* to Our Neighbors in Need - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/kos-kos-project-10-million-meals-providing-meals-to-our-neighbors-in-need.html): SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Nov. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — There’s never been a better time to “feed happiness.” Since the day of its launch, the KOS lifestyle brand has been on a singular mission—to upgrade individual wellness and quality of life for the conscious consumer. The extraordinary events of 2020 have inspired KOS to broaden the mandate. KOS is donating one meal per every unit […] (176 words, Nov 23, 2020)
- [Future Proof | Bloomberg Businessweek: Future/Proof Founder on Growth of Alcoholic Beverages (Podcast) - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/future-proof-bloomberg-businessweek-future-proof-founder-on-growth-of-alcoholic-beverages-podcast.html): Aimy Steadman, Founder and COO at Future/Proof, talks about the growth of the alcoholic beverage industry during the pandemic. Listen here.  (45 words, Nov 3, 2020)
- [KOS | Green Matters: What Are Some of the Best Vegan Protein Powders on the Market? - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/kos-green-matters-what-are-some-of-the-best-vegan-protein-powders-on-the-market.html): Despite the fact that there are many protein-rich foods available to those on a plant-based diet, some vegans may find themselves a bit lacking for protein sometimes. This can, of course, be solved by eating a greater variety of protein and vitamin-rich beans, nuts, and the like, but there are other solutions as well. Read more.  (72 words, Nov 3, 2020)
- [Eterneva | Tech Times: Innovative Startups Like Eterneva Are At The Forefront Of The Growing DeathTech Industry - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/eterneva-tech-times-innovative-startups-like-eterneva-are-at-the-forefront-of-the-growing-deathtech-industry.html): The COVID pandemic has accelerated disruption in the funeral industry. This has presented numerous problems throughout the industry, including funeral homes that just aren’t prepared to rapidly modernize. But that has also led to cutting edge startups like Eterneva utilizing their technology expertise to help them adapt to a new way of providing services. Read more.  (57 words, Nov 3, 2020)
- [Caraway | Well + Good: This Beautiful Dutch Oven Might Just Replace All of My Pans - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/caraway-well-good-this-beautiful-dutch-oven-might-just-replace-all-of-my-pans.html): I first came across Caraway—a newish direct-to-consumer cookware company—when scouring the internet for a Dutch oven for both my no-knead bread baking and curry-making needs. While mainstays from brands like Le Creuset and Staub certainly do the job well, they carry with them hefty price tags (upwards of $200, depending on the size you purchase). Read more. (58 words, Nov 3, 2020)
- [Springdale Ventures | New Hope Network: 6 tips to craft an investor pitch that rocks - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/new-hope-network-6-tips-to-craft-an-investor-pitch-that-rocks.html): Whether your brand is nationally recognized or you’re just starting to move product in brick-and-mortar stores, understanding how to pitch your brand to prospective investors is an integral skill for any company. Genevieve Gilbreath, president of Naturally Austin and cofounder of Springdale Ventures, an investment firm that partners with early-stage CPG brands, shared in a […] (106 words, Nov 3, 2020)
- [Caraway | Southern Living: This Cookware Set Sold Out 10 Times in the Last Few Months - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/southern-living-this-cookware-set-sold-out-10-times-in-the-last-few-months.html): When sustainable cookware brand Caraway launched its inaugural set of pots and pans last fall, it was an instant success. Before the cookware set even officially launched, it racked up a waitlist of more than 150,000 people. And in the past three months alone, the set has sold out a whopping 10 times thanks to a 274 percent boost […] (100 words, Nov 3, 2020)
- [Future Proof | Forbes: How This Beverage Company Committed To Long-Term Growth After Their First $1 Million Investment - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/forbes-how-this-beverage-company-committed-to-long-term-growth-after-their-first-1-million-investment.html): “The word future proof—defined to not become obsolete—we’re not trying to jump on fads. They’re big brands that are here to stay,” says Schultz.  This was all born from the team’s ability to adapt to success together, sharing their collaborative growth over the last decade was as much about the opportunities they did take, as those opportunities they turned down (reluctantly). After receiving Cuban’s million dollar investment, the team recalls flying around the country to headquarters like Walmart, where they were asked how quickly they could release nationwide; they wanted to grow but didn’t want to grow too quickly. Read more (128 words, Oct 8, 2020)
- [Lumen | Food Navigator-USA: "Hemp juice fuels Lumen's new superfood shots...'we're not isolating or extracting anything" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/lumen-food-navigator-usa-hemp-juice-fuels-lumens-new-superfood-shots-were-not-isolating-or-extracting-anything.html):   Watch here (20 words, Aug 27, 2020)
- [Literati | Fox 7: "BookSpring’ teaming up with ‘Literati’ to help get kids reading" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/literati-fox-7-bookspring-teaming-up-with-literati-to-help-get-kids-reading.html): Risé Candelaria with BookSpring joined Good Day Austin’s Casey Claiborne Saturday morning to talk about the partnership between non-profit BookSpring and Literati to help deliver free books to kids this summer during the pandemic. (61 words, Aug 27, 2020)
- [Future Proof | KVUE "Made In Austin: Beatbox Beverages" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/future-proof-kvue-made-in-austin-beatbox-beverages/index.html): Beatbox might look familiar. We've had them on our midday show before, but now they're back with new flavors for their alcoholic beverages. Beatbox is also hosting events to help local entrepreneurs. (54 words, Aug 27, 2020)
- [Caraway | Yahoo! Finance: "Cookware startup Caraway sees 274% increase in sales since March" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/caraway-yahoo-finance-cookware-startup-caraway-sees-274-increase-in-sales-since-march.html): Jordan Nathan, Founder and CEO of Caraway, joined Yahoo Finance's The Final Round to discuss the company's latest seed funding round and the increase in sales its seen over the past few months. (36 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Eterneva | Analytical Chemists Test for Carbon in Cremated Remains - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/eterneva-analytical-chemists-test-for-carbon-in-cremated-remains.html): The world-renowned TDI Brooks International, a forensic and analytical chemistry lab that has been doing carbon testing on seabed sediment for decades for the government and oil companies, received an abnormal request in 2019. Eterneva, an ashes to diamond company based in Austin, Texas, wanted them to test for the carbon percentages in cremated remains, hair, and aquamation remains. "We've never had a sample with the name of a dead person on it here before," said their lead scientist. Turns out, cremated remains have on average 1-4% carbon. Hair has 36% carbon. And aquamation remains came in at 16% carbon. (112 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [KOS | About KOS Plant-Based Products - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/kos-about-kos-plant-based-products/index.html): Watch here (19 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Springdale | Pillsbury: "Food Industry Disruption and Innovation Join us as we ask our expert roundtable about food industry trends stemming from COVID-19" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/springdale-pillsbury-food-industry-disruption-and-innovation-join-us-as-we-ask-our-expert-roundtable-about-food-industry-trends-stemming-from-covid-19.html): We discuss topics such as:  What trends are seeing a huge increase as a result of the pandemic? Which trends do you think will stick?  How have the supply chains in the meat industry affected the plant-based industry such as alternative proteins? What about hybrid products? What do you see in the D2C market? Do you think services such as Blue Apron and others will maintain the increase they have seen during the pandemic? What affects do you think political and geopolitical dynamics will have on the food industry as a whole? Is packaging more of a focus now, because D2C is growing? (139 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Lessons from 100 Brands: "Ep 001: Genevieve Gilbreath, Springdale Ventures & Emily Kealey, Naturally Austin" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/lessons-from-100-brands-ep-001-genevieve-gilbreath-springdale-ventures-emily-kealey-naturally-austin.html): Listen here (25 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Springdale | Consumer VC: "Dan Graham (Springdale Ventures) – How He Scaled buildasign.com to over $100 million, The Opportunity He Saw Investing in CPG in Austin, and the Differences Analyzing DTC and Retail Brands" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/springdale-consumer-vc-dan-graham-springdale-ventures-how-he-scaled-buildasign-com-to-over-100-million-the-opportunity-he-saw-investing-in-cpg-in-austin-and-the-differences-analyzi.html): I’d like to thank Adelle Archer for introducing me to today’s guest Dan Graham, one of the co-founders and General partners of Springdale Ventures. Some of their investments include Eterneva, Literati, and Beatbox beverages. Previously, Dan co-founded BuildASign.com in 2005 and grew it to an over $100 million dollar CPG, Ecommerce business that was purchased by Cimpress (VistaPrint) in 2018 for $280M. This episode we talk all things Austin and CPG – the opportunity he saw to form Spingdale, why he didn’t need to fundraise when building Buildasign.com and how he thinks about brand in relation to ecommerce and retail. (147 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Lumen | Once Upon a Food Story Podcast: "WHY YOU NEED TO KNOW WHERE YOUR FOOD COMES FROM" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/lumen-once-upon-a-food-story-podcast-why-you-need-to-know-where-your-food-comes-from.html): Co-founders of the innovative hemp elixir brand Lumen, Kris Taylor and Yasir Hashim, believe that healthy soil creates the foundation for healthy food and healthy people as a result. And it all starts with regenerative agriculture: farming practices that aim to restore the health of our broken ecosystems and improve our food system as well.  Having been best friends since middle school, Kris and Yasir have both always been passionate about discovering ways to make a difference in the world around them. Leaving acceptances to medical school behind, the two have a firm belief that food is medicine and the future of food begins with empowering small American farmers and their communities. (143 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Cece's Noodle Co. | The Produce Moms Podcast: Episode 26: Creating the Perfect Veggie Noodle with Mason Arnold, Founder of Cece’s Veggie Co. - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/ceces-noodle-co-the-produce-moms-podcast-episode-26-creating-the-perfect-veggie-noodle-with-mason-arnold-founder-of-ceces-veggie-co.html): “One of our top priorities is how we can shift components of our plate to make them more nutrient dense and to bring in more of these under consumed vegetables into our daily diets. This product is a turn-key solution.” (69 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Eterneva | The Conumer VC: "40. Adelle Archer (Eterneva) - From Ashes To Diamonds, A New Way To Honor Loved Ones and Experience Innovation" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/eterneva-the-conumer-vc-40-adelle-archer-eterneva-from-ashes-to-diamonds-a-new-way-to-honor-loved-ones-and-experience-innovation.html): Adelle Archer is the founder of Eterneva, which celebrates remarkable lives by making diamonds from Ashes. Eterneva was featured on Shark Tank, in which Mark Cuban joined other incredible angels and VCs as an investor. This episode focuses in the end of life space. (65 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [KOS | Forbes: "Plant Protein Company KOS Raises $2.1 Million To Expand U.S. Distribution" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/kos-forbes-plant-protein-company-kos-raises-2-1-million-to-expand-u-s-distribution.html): Plant-based protein company KOS has closed a $2.1 million funding round led by Springdale Ventures; former Whole Foods CEO, Walter Robb; and Horizon Bank’s chair Jim Schneider to support its continued expansion across the U.S.  The new funding is also expected to fuel KOS’ product innovation, and strengthen the brand’s marketing presence, according to a company release. (82 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Literati | Oprah Magazine: "This Literary Startup Wants a Celebrity to Choose Your Next Read" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/literati-oprah-magazine-this-literary-startup-wants-a-celebrity-to-choose-your-next-read.html): Literati, a startup known for its book box subscription for young readers, is launching a line of celebrity book clubs for adults. Susan Orlean, Stephen Curry, Malala Yousafzai, Richard Branson, and the Joseph Campbell Foundation are the first five to select books. Each individual book club costs $24.95 a month, and will begin shipments in October. (84 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [KOS | Self: "7 Vegan Protein Powders I Actually Love" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/kos-self-7-vegan-protein-powders-i-actually-love/index.html): I’ve tried a lot of vegan protein powders that can only be described as yucky. Plant-based protein sources (like pea, soy, and brown rice) just don’t perform as well as their whey counterparts for whatever reason—tending toward a gritty texture and, uh, earthy taste. Fortunately for us vegan (or vegan-ish) exercisers of the world, the market for plant-based protein powders today is huge. So, along with the duds, there are lots of delicious options that come in innovative formulas and pretty much any flavor you can think of. (109 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Future Proof | Inc.: "Inc. 5000 2020: An Exclusive Guide to America’s Most Inspiring Entrepreneurs" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/future-proof-inc-inc-5000-2020-an-exclusive-guide-to-americas-most-inspiring-entrepreneurs.html): Read more (26 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Lumen | BevNet: "Lumen Hemp Juice Launches USDA Organic Cold-Pressed Hemp Juice for Food Service" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/lumen-bevnet-lumen-hemp-juice-launches-usda-organic-cold-pressed-hemp-juice-for-food-service.html): Lumen Hemp Juice of Santa Monica, California has successfully launched the world’s first USDA organic cold-pressed hemp juice offering for food service.  Currently distributing on the West Coast, Lumen has crafted this novel food service ingredient using their patent-pended process to ensure the highest quality of functional hemp juice. (52 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Caraway | New York Business Journal: "New York City cookware company raises $5.3 million" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/caraway-new-york-business-journal-new-york-city-cookware-company-raises-5-3-million.html): Cookware company Caraway said it has raised $5.3 million in seed funding from more than 100 investors.  The New York City company said it will use the funding to expand its product line and build out distribution channels.  Some of the participants in the funding round were: Republic Labs, Springdale Ventures, Wesray Social, Bridge Investments, WTI, CompanyFirst, G9 Ventures, Super Angel Syndicate (led by Ben Zises) and Five Four Ventures, alongside Andy Dunn (Bonobos), Brian Sugar (PopSugar), Henry Davis & Bryan Mahoney (Glossier & Arfa), Ali Pincus (One Kings Lane), and Nik Sharma (Sharma Brands) (98 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Caraway | Business of Home: "Is this D2C cookware’s moment?" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/caraway-business-of-home-is-this-d2c-cookwares-moment.html): This new burst of home cooks has been beneficial to Great Jones and other direct-to-consumer cookware brands like the New York–based Caraway and Los Angeles–based Our Place, all of which have had trouble keeping their products in stock. Since March, Caraway has sold out of its signature set of nontoxic pots and pans more than 10 times and seen a 300 percent increase in sales. “It’s obviously exciting, but it’s also a challenge to keep up with such demand,” says Jordan Nathan, the founder and CEO of Caraway. Nathan launched the brand in November 2019, and it’s safe to say that sales are tracking well above his initial projections for its first year. “We’re working to make sure our supply chain is safe at all levels while still meeting the demand from consumers,” he says. (156 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Canteen | Progressive Grocer: "Alcoholic Beverages Answer the Call During Stressful Times" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/canteen-progressive-grocer-alcoholic-beverages-answer-the-call-during-stressful-times.html): Additionally, Austin, Texas-based Canteen Spirits’ recently launched canned sparkling vodka-and-soda line offers a gluten-free product with zero carbs, zero sugar, zero sodium and just 99 calories per serving, in all-natural Watermelon, Lime, Black Cherry, Grapefruit and Cucumber Mint flavors, available in 6-packs. (50 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Canteen | Food Business News: "Alcoholic beverage innovation accelerating" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/canteen-food-business-news-alcoholic-beverage-innovation-accelerating.html): “In wake of COVID-19, many consumers are unable to experience premium cocktails at bars and restaurants because of stay-at-home orders in several states,” said Holly McHugh, marketing associate, Imbibe Inc., Niles, Ill. “Consumers may still be reluctant to visit bars and restaurants once stay-at-home orders are lifted due to fear of crowds and getting sick, so there’s a lot of growth potential for premium ready-to-drink cocktails that offer a similar premium drinking experience at home. (78 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Eterneva | New York Times: "Boom Time for Death Planning" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/eterneva-new-york-times-boom-time-for-death-planning.html): Some have contributed to an industry white paper about the funeral business and Covid-19, raised funds for personal protective equipment for funeral directors and created short video guides for health care workers to talk about end-of-life options with their patients. Eterneva, a company that turns ashes into diamond jewelry, used the group to start a series of Instagram Lives about collective grief. LifeWeb360, which creates multimedia memorial scrapbooks, teamed up with New Narrative to create resource guides for planning virtual memorials. (84 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Eterneva | Austin American Statesman: "Austin’s Eterneva, which makes diamonds from cremated ashes, raises $3 million for expansion" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/eterneva-austin-american-statesman-austins-eterneva-which-makes-diamonds-from-cremated-ashes-raises-3-million-for-expansion.html): Eterneva, an Austin-based startup that turns cremated ashes of loved ones and pets into diamonds, has raised $3 million to continue its growth, the company said.  Founded in 2017 by Adelle Archer and Garrett Ozar, Eterneva produces diamonds by extracting carbon from cremated ashes and putting it through extreme pressure and heat.  As part of the funding, the startup is adding a larger facility which will expand its production capabilities. The expanded facility, which will be opening next year, will be able to make up to 75 diamonds a year. (113 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Eterneva | Crunchbase: "Grief Wellness Startup Eterneva Adds $3M To Seed Round" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/eterneva-crunchbase-grief-wellness-startup-eterneva-adds-3m-to-seed-round.html): Grief wellness and memorial diamond startup Eterneva raised an oversubscribed $3 million seed extension round led by Springdale Ventures.  The Austin-based company is a developer of diamond technology that converts cremated ashes of loved ones into diamonds. Customers can personalize the diamonds’ size, color, cut and inscription.  In addition to Springdale, 27 other individuals and venture firms participated in the round, including new investors Next Coast Ventures, SoGal Ventures, and Founder Collective. Eterneva previously raised $1.8 million in seed and angel rounds, both in 2019, according to Crunchbase data. With this new funding, the company has raised a total of $4.8 million since it was founded in 2016. (131 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Springdale | Austin Business Journal: "Venture capital hasn't been this high in Austin since 2000. Is that a good thing?" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/springdale-austin-business-journal-venture-capital-hasnt-been-this-high-in-austin-since-2000-is-that-a-good-thing.html): Austin is hurtling toward achieving the second-highest one-year total of venture capital invested in startups since PwC and CB Insights began tracking those statistics in 1995.  As of Nov. 26, more than $1.5 billion in VC had been invested in Central Texas startups. No matter how the remainder of the year shakes out, it will be the most money raised by local companies since the $2.52 billion raised in 2000, before the dot-com bubble burst. (98 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Springdale | Austin Business Journal: "Mike's Take: CPG challenging tech as Austin's darling sector" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/springdale-austin-business-journal-mikes-take-cpg-challenging-tech-as-austins-darling-sector.html): The tech sector is so prevalent among startups, this section has become a a staple of the newspaper. If there was startup news, it was almost certainly tech news and fit nicely within the pages of the TechFlash section. But a funny thing happened on the way to 2020 — the explosion of high-growth and high-valued consumer packaged goods companies, AKA the CPG sector, started to consume as much time as the tech startups. (99 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Springdale | Thrive Global: "Female Disruptors: Genevieve Gilbreath is shaking up how to run early stage accelerators" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/springdale-thrive-global-female-disruptors-genevieve-gilbreath-is-shaking-up-how-to-run-early-stage-accelerators.html): “The first important piece of advice I’ve received is from my Grandmother who told me, “You create your own happiness, you have to wake up every day and tell yourself that this is going to be a good day and fight to make it so.” The second best piece of advice I’ve received is from another important figure and teacher in my life, Mark Dzykowski, who said, “Every moment in life is a choice, but when you look back on your life they blend together to seem like one choice. Choose your moments wisely.” Mark made me realize that we make a million little choices every day and in each choice there is a thread that from a distance show commonalities with the others. He helped me work to learn what the similarities in my choices are and choose each one wisely. Another important quote I’ve valued along my journey is from Maya Angelou who said, “When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time.” I’ve come to really appreciate and value my optimism, especially in people.” (201 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Springdale | Austin Business Journal: "Dan Graham, Genevieve Gilbreath start Springdale Ventures to invest in CPG " - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/springdale-austin-business-journal-dan-graham-genevieve-gilbreath-start-springdale-ventures-to-invest-in-cpg.html): “I believe early-stage [consumer packaged goods] companies are the next wave of explosive growth in Austin,” said Graham, co-founder and former CEO of BuildASign.com who now heads investment firm Notley Ventures. “Our team at Springdale Ventures is uniquely poised to help make that happen. I am looking forward to working with Genevieve, to continue building an even more vibrant CPG ecosystem and community.” (90 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Springdale | Austin Business Journal: "Effort launches to help Austin entrepreneurs go natural; Dan Graham & Clayton Christopher on board" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/springdale-austin-business-journal-effort-launches-to-help-austin-entrepreneurs-go-natural-dan-graham-clayton-christopher-on-board.html): “We felt there was something missing in Austin for people who don’t get into SKU,” said Genevieve Gilbreath, former managing director of CPG accelerator SKU. Gilbreath left the SKU in late 2018 and is now board president of Naturally Austin. (71 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Springdale | Austin Business Journal: "Springdale Ventures raising millions more dollars for CPG investments" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/springdale-austin-business-journal-springdale-ventures-raising-millions-more-dollars-for-cpg-investments.html): Springdale Ventures, the consumer packaged goods venture capital firm that Dan Graham and Genevieve Gilbreath launched in February, is boosting the size of its first fund to $25 million, up from $20 million.  The partners said it took only six months to reach nearly $20 million.  “We founded Springdale Ventures because we were acutely aware of the gap in strategic funding for early-stage consumer brands both here, in the booming Austin ecosystem, and wider afield,” Gilbreath said in a statement. “Because of rapid commitments from investors, we plan to reach our $25 million goal in the next 90 days.” (126 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Mosie Baby | Austin 360: "Austin couple creates DIY insemination kit after infertility struggle" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/mosie-baby-austin-360-austin-couple-creates-diy-insemination-kit-after-infertility-struggle.html): Austin couple Maureen and Marc Brown tried to conceive a baby for 2½ years. With each month came another disappointment.  “We failed 30 times, and we were sick of failing,” Marc Brown says.  They had bought a house with extra room for a child and it was empty. They would walk around their neighborhood and see people with children and babies. Friends and family members were starting to ask. (80 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Literati | Oprah Magazine: "25 of the Best Book Subscription Boxes" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/literati-oprah-magazine-25-of-the-best-book-subscription-boxes.html): Cracking open the teal-colored Literati box will be the highlight of your child's month. Each kid-friendly delivery contains five age-appropriate books (Literati offers five different book clubs). The best part? You only pay for the books you keep, and you can return the ones you don't with a pre-paid label. (72 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Literati | Austin Inno: "'Everything changed in a week': How Literati hustled in the early days of a pandemic" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/literati-austin-inno-everything-changed-in-a-week-how-literati-hustled-in-the-early-days-of-a-pandemic.html): “In a non-Covid environment, it’s been an incredible inefficiency for us…," she said. "But in this environment it was actually an advantage because it allowed us to break our teams up into smaller units where there was less exposure.”  Meanwhile, with a team including Navy vets, Literati has been incorporating some Navy SEAL ethos into its business culture -- encouraging a positive attitude, taking ownership for problems and not blaming others.  "The casualties of remote work largely go unspoken." (109 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Literati | Forbes: "Learning The Language Of Investors Enabled This Founder To Raise $15 Million" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/literati-forbes-learning-the-language-of-investors-enabled-this-founder-to-raise-15-million.html): Literati evolved into a book club in which subscribers receive books sourced from around the world, tailored to the interests and age of children between the ages of newborn to 12. Every month, children receive five new books, original artwork, and creative surprises. Parents can return books their children don't like. Shipping and returns are free. Literati has experienced 10X growth in 18 months, according to Crunchbase. (93 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Literati | Inc.: "Want Your Kids to Grow Up to Love Books? This Austin-Based Startup Wants to Help Literati aims to help parents pry the iPad out of their kids' hands. Investors are rushing to help." - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/literati-inc-want-your-kids-to-grow-up-to-love-books-this-austin-based-startup-wants-to-help-literati-aims-to-help-parents-pry-the-ipad-out-of-their-kids-hands-investors-are-rushing-to-help.html): Follow the tech press and every day you'll come across headlines about the latest startup raising a boatload of money to bring some innovative new technology to market. This isn't one of those stories.   This is the story of how one Austin-based startup is attracting top investors not with the latest innovation, but instead by nudging customers back to a low-tech alternative. The company is called Literati and it just raised a $12 million Series A round to help parents wrestle the tablet from their children's hands and replace it with a printed book instead. (115 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Karma | Forbes: "7 Healthy And Sustainable Snacks And Beverages You Can Enjoy At Home" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/karma-forbes-7-healthy-and-sustainable-snacks-and-beverages-you-can-enjoy-at-home.html): With a mission to "do good, eat good, feel good," Karma Nuts is the innovator of the Wrapped™ cashew. By leaving the skin on the nuts, Karma Nuts enables its cashews to serve as a good source of six essential vitamins and minerals, with the additional benefits of twice the fiber and antioxidative activity of other cashews. This snack is nutritionally superior, Whole30 compliant, vegan, paleo, keto-friendly, and sold in a variety of flavors from turmeric to cinnamon. (81 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Future Proof | CStoreDecisions: "BeatBox Beverages Named C-Stores’ Fastest-Growing Single-Serve Wine" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/future-proof-cstoredecisions-beatbox-beverages-named-c-stores-fastest-growing-single-serve-wine.html): According to Nielsen, for the 52 weeks ending Jan. 25, 2020, BeatBox Beverages was the fastest-growing of the top 10 wine brands in dollars, volume and sales velocity. (48 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [FitJoy | Chowhound: "The Best Gluten Free Snacks to Buy Online" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/fitjoy-chowhound-the-best-gluten-free-snacks-to-buy-online.html): If you’re grain-free or follow a paleo diet, you may be at a loss when it comes to pretzels. Fret not, FitJoy has you covered with their cassava, potato, and chickpea flour-based pretzels. While you’re snacking, you can feel good knowing that FitJoy donates products to kids in need of nutritious food with each purchase. They’re available in honey mustard too. (64 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Eterneva | New York Times: "Engagement Rings With a Deeper Significance" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/eterneva-new-york-times-engagement-rings-with-a-deeper-significance.html): Adelle Archer, 28, a founder of Eterneva, which started in 2017, said the company has helped other couples transform the ashes of loved ones. “People say diamonds are forever and they’re the symbol of love and permanence,” she said. “How much more meaningful could it get than to have somebody that you hold dear, that can’t be there on your wedding day, to get to be part of that commitment that you make?" (90 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Eterneva | Forbes: 30 Under 30 Consumer Technology - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/eterneva-forbes-30-under-30-consumer-technology/index.html): In 2015, Adelle Archer lost her close friend and mentor to pancreatic cancer. That’s when she heard about turning love one’s ashes into diamonds and created Eterneva. (35 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [KOS | Healthline: "The 7 Best-Tasting Protein Powders" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/kos-healthline-the-7-best-tasting-protein-powders/index.html): With a protein blend sourced from peas, flax seeds, quinoa, pumpkin seeds, and chia seeds, KOS Organic Plant-Based Protein Powder can be a delicious and nutritious addition to any plant-based diet.  It’s not only made using organic ingredients but also free of gluten, soy, and dairy, making it a great choice for those with food allergies and sensitivities. (68 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Cece's Noodle Co. | Inc.: "2019 Inc. 5000: The Most Successful Companies in AmericaInc.'s annual guide to the 5,000 fastest-growing privately held companies in the U.S.-and how they reached their lofty heights" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/ceces-noodle-co-inc-2019-inc-5000-the-most-successful-companies-in-americainc-s-annual-guide-to-the-5000-fastest-growing-privately-held-companies-in-the-u-s-and-how-they-reached-their.html): The diet trend has helped transform Arnold's kitchen experiment into a business that today sells in roughly 3,500 Whole Foods, Kroger, and Costco stores across the U.S. In 2018, Cece's booked $25 million in revenue, and in 2019, it landed the No. 3 spot on Inc.'s annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. (95 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Caraway | Forbes: "Meet The Entrepreneur Who Just Raised $5 Million For His Cookware Startup" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/caraway-forbes-meet-the-entrepreneur-who-just-raised-5-million-for-his-cookware-startup.html): In late 2017, Jordan Nathan put a non-stick frying pan coated with Polytetrafluoroethylene or PTFE (also known under the trademark name Teflon) on his stove, forgot about it, and 45 minutes later his apartment was in fumes. He felt nauseous and ended up calling poison control specialists, who told Nathan it was likely due to PTFE poisoning and the fumes from the overheated pan. (92 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Canteen | Vinepair: "The 30 Best Hard Seltzers of 2020" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/canteen-vinepair-the-30-best-hard-seltzers-of-2020/index.html): Another vodka-based offering, this hard seltzer serves a mix of sweet gummy candy, ripe watermelon, and zesty lime. Its aromas are expressive and inviting, while the palate is straight-up classic seltzer: clean and crisp, with just a kiss of watermelon. (43 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [Atlas | Forbes: "10 Of The Best Coffee Subscription Services" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/atlas-forbes-10-of-the-best-coffee-subscription-services.html): As its name implies, Atlas Coffee Club brings you coffee from around the world, including micro-lot coffees from Tanzania, Kenya, Colombia, Peru and more. Each month, you can choose to receive 6, 12 or 24 ounces of coffee for $9, $14 or $28, respectively, and there are three roasts to choose from, as well. You can select a biweekly or monthly delivery schedule, and you can also opt to have your beans ground or whole. (96 words, Aug 26, 2020)
- [KOS | Forbes: "Plant Protein Company KOS Raises $2.1 Million To Expand U.S. Distribution" - Springdale Ventures | We Fuel Dreams](/content/plant-protein-company-kos-raises-2-1-million-to-expand-u-s-distribution.html): KOS, which currently offers a collection of plant-based protein powder and chewable products, notes how it has been at the forefront of the category renaissance by using organic and sustainably sourced ingredients since its launch in 2018. (62 words, Aug 25, 2020)

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