Poppi is a beverage company specializing in flavored sparkling probiotic drinks designed to promote gut health. Their product lineup includes a variety of flavors such as Strawberry Lemon, Cream Soda, Peach, Cherry Limeade, and Cola, all of which are low in sugar and suitable for vegans. The drinks are packaged in cans for convenient consumption and are enhanced with real fruit and apple cider vinegar, along with prebiotics to support digestive wellness. Poppi occasionally introduces seasonal flavors and limited edition varieties, appealing to a diverse range of consumers seeking tasty, health-conscious beverage options.
Obela Fresh Dips & Spreads
Acquisition in 2024
Obela Fresh Dips & Spreads specializes in creating a diverse range of fresh and wholesome dips and spreads for consumers around the world. The company focuses on providing high-quality products that cater to various tastes and preferences, appealing to health-conscious individuals and those seeking flavorful options for their meals and snacks. Through its commitment to freshness and quality, Obela aims to enhance culinary experiences and promote enjoyable eating habits across different cultures and regions.
Sabra Dipping Company, LLC is a U.S.-based company.
Ancop International Canada
Grant in 2024
Ancop International Canada is a communities company located in Vaughan.
Siete Family Foods
Acquisition in 2024
Siete Family Foods Inc. is a family-owned company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in producing grain-free Mexican-American food products. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on creating healthier alternatives to traditional Mexican foods, offering items such as grain-free tortillas, tortilla chips, hot sauces, and cashew queso. All products are designed to be paleo, gluten-free, and preservative-free, catering to health-conscious consumers. Siete Family Foods distributes its offerings through various retail stores and an online platform, allowing customers to enjoy delicious snacks while promoting health and wellness.
Black United Fund Of Michigan
Grant in 2023
Black United Fund Of Michigan provides funding and support to community-based non-profits, academically, financially, socially, and in wisely choosing a career. They support education, community development, cultural enrichment, and economic development. They provide aviation and aerospace academies, youth scholars programs, financial literacy programming and training, medical career education programs, tutorial services, blue and white collar career exploratory academies, and entrepreneurial and employment training.
Nadeera is a social enterprise focused on enhancing waste management practices in the MENA region through a technologically advanced and integrated approach. The company aims to promote sorting-at-source and sustainability within the waste value chain while introducing innovative methods to encourage better waste management behaviors among residents. Nadeera implements citizen-centric solutions that facilitate waste reduction, reuse, and sorting, supported by technology that enables waste tracing and performance monitoring. By doing so, Nadeera assists municipalities in lowering waste management costs, recovering value from waste, and addressing health and environmental challenges associated with poor waste management. The establishment of deposit return systems for recyclables further underscores the company's commitment to fostering a sustainable waste management ecosystem.
Celsius Holdings
Post in 2022
Celsius Holdings, Inc., established in 2004 and headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, specializes in the development, marketing, and distribution of functional fitness beverages. The company offers a range of calorie-burning energy drinks under the Celsius brand, targeting consumers focused on fitness, weight loss, and active lifestyles. Its product portfolio includes various flavors of carbonated and non-carbonated beverages, as well as dietary supplements. Celsius distributes its products through a network of direct-store delivery distributors and retailers, including supermarkets, convenience stores, and gyms, both domestically and internationally.
Epicore Biosystems
Series A in 2022
Epicore Biosystems, Inc. is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based company that develops and commercializes a proprietary wearable microfluidic sensing platform designed for athletes. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on analyzing small droplets of sweat directly from the skin to measure a range of health and performance metrics. Its technology allows for non-invasive monitoring of sweat biomarkers, skin health, and physiological states in real-time, facilitating personalized management of hydration, nutrition, and overall health. Epicore's innovative platform is grounded in extensive research in microfluidics and soft materials, aiming to enhance athletic performance and health management through accessible and cost-effective solutions.
air up
Venture Round in 2021
air up GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in manufacturing a unique drinking bottle system that allows users to enjoy flavored water through scent. The innovative design incorporates interchangeable ring-shaped pods that release scented air into the water. This scent is perceived by the brain as flavor through retronasal olfaction, enabling consumers to experience a variety of flavors without the use of added sugars or artificial ingredients. The company's approach provides a healthier alternative to traditional flavored beverages, appealing to those seeking refreshing hydration without compromising on taste.
Origin Materials
Post in 2021
Origin Materials is a carbon-negative materials company that specializes in converting carbon derived from biomass into valuable materials, thereby reducing reliance on fossil resources and capturing carbon dioxide in the process. Utilizing its patented technology, Origin transforms inexpensive and abundant non-food biomass, such as sustainable wood residues, into a diverse array of products, including textiles, plastics, packaging, and automotive components. The company aims to address a substantial market potential, estimated at around $1 trillion, by offering innovative solutions that contribute to sustainability in various industries. Its product lineup features items such as PET circular caps and closures, para-xylene, carbon black, and levulinic acid, all designed to facilitate a more sustainable future.
air up GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in manufacturing a unique drinking bottle system that allows users to enjoy flavored water through scent. The innovative design incorporates interchangeable ring-shaped pods that release scented air into the water. This scent is perceived by the brain as flavor through retronasal olfaction, enabling consumers to experience a variety of flavors without the use of added sugars or artificial ingredients. The company's approach provides a healthier alternative to traditional flavored beverages, appealing to those seeking refreshing hydration without compromising on taste.
Rockstar Energy Drink
Acquisition in 2020
Rockstar Energy Drink is designed for those who lead active lifestyles – from Athletes to Rock Stars. Available in over 20 amazing flavors at convenience and grocery outlets in over 30 countries, Rockstar supports the Rockstar lifestyle across the globe through Action Sports, Motor Sports, and Live Music.
Hangzhou Haomusi Food
Acquisition in 2020
Hangzhou Haomusi Food Co., Ltd., established in 2003, is a Chinese company specializing in the online retail of snack food. It operates as a subsidiary of PepsiCo Beverages (Hong Kong) Limited, as of June 2, 2020.
Wiliot Ltd. is a semiconductor company founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California. The company specializes in developing wireless chipsets that enhance connectivity and intelligence for everyday products and packaging, effectively integrating them into the Internet of Things. Wiliot's innovative platform combines cloud services with self-powered IoT stickers, which harness radiofrequency energy to operate. This technology allows clients, including major brands in the food and pharmaceutical sectors, to gain insights into their products' locations, usage patterns, and replenishment needs. By transforming how products are made, distributed, sold, used, and recycled, Wiliot is at the forefront of redefining product connectivity and management.
Pop corners
Acquisition in 2019
Pop corners is a food processing company that specializes in providing snacks and beverages. It processes nutritious foods using non-GMO verified corn from farmers that farm the right way. The company was founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, United States.
Xiangya Group
Post in 2019
Xiangya Group, founded in 2006 and based in Shenzhen, China, specializes in the research, development, and manufacture of all-natural medicated food products. The company focuses on integrating cereals, herbals, and other healthy ingredients to create its offerings, which are free from additives. It is recognized for its leading brand in the freshly-ground five grains healthcare sector. Xiangya Group operates extensive processing centers spanning over ten thousand square meters in Shenzhen, along with ecological production bases covering tens of thousands of acres throughout various regions in China. The company has established a robust sales network that reaches hundreds of major cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, and has formed partnerships with several prominent retailers, enhancing its market presence.
Pioneer Food Group
Acquisition in 2019
Pioneer Food Group Ltd is a prominent South African producer and distributor of a diverse range of food and beverage products for both human and animal consumption. Established in 1996 and based in Bellville, the company operates through three main divisions: Essential Foods, which manufactures wheat and maize products, pasta, and bakery goods; Groceries, which includes breakfast cereals, rusks, cake mixes, and various condiments; and an International segment that focuses on exporting products to over 80 countries. Pioneer Foods is known for its well-recognized brands, such as Weet-Bix, Liqui-Fruit, Ceres, Sasko, and Spekko. The company serves wholesale, retail, and informal trade customers in South Africa while also expanding its international presence, which contributes significantly to its operating profit. With a commitment to high-quality standards, Pioneer Food Group operates several world-class production facilities that cater to a wide array of consumer needs.
Muscle Milk
Acquisition in 2019
Muscle Milk has a range of protein products that feature the nutrients your active lifestyle demands.
Wellspace (acquired by PepsiCo)
Acquisition in 2019
Wellspace is an e-commerce software platform that facilitates the direct purchase of food, beverage, and wellness products for B2B customers. Established in 2016 by Alison Cies and Henry Mori in New York, the company’s platform eliminates traditional retailers and third-party sellers, allowing manufacturers to retain a greater margin. By providing a marketplace that offers wholesale prices, Wellspace enables customers to access a wide range of products at fair and affordable rates. The company was acquired by PepsiCo in 2019, enhancing its reach and capabilities in the wellness product sector.
YoFiit is a food and beverage company focused on delivering plant-based nutrition to consumers. It specializes in producing a variety of nutrition bars designed to enhance overall health and lifestyle. These bars aim to improve gut, brain, and physical performance by providing essential macro and micronutrients while avoiding sugar, gums, and thickeners. YoFiit’s products cater to individuals seeking nutritious solutions that promote satiety and well-being.
Pipers Crisps
Acquisition in 2018
Pipers Crisps Ltd, founded in 2003 and based in Brigg, United Kingdom, specializes in the manufacturing of flavored potato crisps. The company offers a diverse array of flavors, including sea salt, sweet chili, tomato, black pepper, chorizo, and cheddar & onion, along with various regional specialties. Pipers Crisps serves a broad market, supplying its products to pubs, hotels, delis, farm shops, garden centers, museums, and through online stores. As of November 2018, Pipers Crisps operates as a subsidiary of PepsiCo, Inc., enhancing its distribution and market reach.
Health Warrior
Acquisition in 2018
Health Warrior, Inc. is a nutrition-focused company based in Richmond, Virginia, specializing in the production and marketing of healthy snacks, particularly chia bar snacks and seeds, as well as pumpkin seed and protein bars. Founded in 2010, the company emphasizes the use of nutrient-dense superfoods, with chia seeds as a primary ingredient in its offerings. Health Warrior aims to promote healthier dietary habits and lifestyles by providing convenient, nutritious products. Its product range includes various flavors of chia bars and protein bars, which are available through a network of retailers across the United States, as well as online through its website and major e-commerce platforms. Health Warrior operates as a subsidiary of PepsiCo, Inc.
SodaStream International
Acquisition in 2018
SodaStream International Ltd. specializes in the manufacture and distribution of home beverage carbonation systems that allow consumers to convert ordinary tap water into sparkling water and flavored carbonated drinks. Founded in 1903 and headquartered in Airport City, Israel, the company offers a range of products, including sparkling water makers, exchangeable carbon-dioxide cylinders, reusable carbonation bottles, and over 100 different flavors. Additionally, SodaStream provides accessories produced by third parties and distributes Brita water filtration systems in Israel. Its products are marketed under the SodaStream and Soda-Club brands and are available in more than 40,000 retail stores across 41 countries. As a subsidiary of PepsiCo, SodaStream operates in various markets, including the Americas, Western Europe, and Asia-Pacific, emphasizing convenience by reducing the need for consumers to purchase and dispose of traditional bottled beverages.
WaterAid is an international charity dedicated to improving access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene for communities worldwide. The organization focuses on transforming lives by ensuring that everyone has access to clean water and functional toilets. WaterAid operates through various programs that address the critical needs of vulnerable populations, promoting health and dignity while fostering sustainable development. The charity emphasizes the importance of hygiene in conjunction with water and sanitation initiatives. With a commitment to education and growth, WaterAid supports its employees with personalized learning and development plans, alongside a competitive benefits package, enhancing their capacity to contribute effectively to the organization's mission.
Bare Foods
Acquisition in 2018
Bare Foods, a maker of baked fruit and vegetable snacks.
Yofix is a company that specializes in the development and manufacture of dairy and soy-free fermented plant-based foods, focusing on prebiotic and probiotic products. The company ensures that its offerings are clean label, containing no artificial ingredients or preservatives, and are crafted from high-nutritional-value cereals, lentils, grains, and seeds. Yofix's flagship product is a plant-based yogurt, which is set to expand into a range of products including yogurt drinks, desserts, frozen yogurt, and ice cream bases. By emphasizing excellent taste and texture alongside sustainable production processes, Yofix aims to provide a competitive and health-conscious alternative to traditional dairy products.
KeVita
Acquisition in 2016
KeVita, Inc. is a producer and marketer of coconut-based organic probiotic drinks, founded in 2009 and based in Oxnard, California. The company offers a variety of flavored beverages, including coconut, ginger lemon, pomegranate coconut, and green tea, crafted from organic fruit purees, coconut water, and tea, infused with digestion-enhancing probiotics. KeVita's products are designed to promote health and well-being, catering to consumers seeking low-calorie, certified organic, non-GMO, vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and soy-free options. The company has established partnerships with several retailers, including Earth Fare, Haggen Foods, and Bristol Farms, to broaden its market reach. As of December 31, 2016, KeVita operates as a subsidiary of Pepsico, Inc.
Mabel is a prominent producer and seller of cookies, crackers, and snacks based in Goias, Brazil. The company specializes in a variety of products, including donuts, cookies, and other snack items. With a strong presence in the Brazilian market, Mabel has established itself as a key player in the food industry, focusing on delivering quality snacks to consumers.
Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods
Acquisition in 2011
Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods is a food and beverage company that offers both traditional and value-added dairy products. The daily products that it produces are Domik v Dorevne, Vesely Molochnik, Chudo, Imunele, Bio Max and more. It also facilitates a number of juice brands such as J7, Lubimy Sad, 100% Gold, Wonder-Berry, and more; Essentuki mineral water; Rodniki Rossii natural water; Zdraivery kids' brand; and Agusha baby food. Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods was acquired by PepsiCo in October 2011. Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods has manufacturing facilities in Russia, Ukraine, and Central Asia. It was founded by Gavril Yushvaev in 1992.
Dilexis
Acquisition in 2011
Dilexis S.A. is a bakery company based in Argentina, specializing in the production and sale of a variety of biscuit products. The company offers an extensive range of cookies and crackers, catering to consumer preferences in the local market. Through its focus on quality and innovation, Dilexis aims to satisfy the growing demand for baked goods in Argentina.
The Pepsi Bottling Group
Acquisition in 2010
The Pepsi Bottling Group is operates in the carbonated soft drinks and other ready-to-drink beverages industry. The company manufactures, sells, and distributes Pepsi-cola beverages.
PepsiAmericas
Acquisition in 2009
PepsiAmericas, Inc. was the world's second-largest bottler of Pepsi-Cola products, and also contracted to produce beverages for Dr Pepper Snapple Group and smaller regional brands. PepsiAmericas had 19 bottling plants in the United States and had a presence in 11 countries in Central/Eastern Europe and 5 countries in the Caribbean. PepsiAmericas was based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. PepsiCo, Inc. held a 41.1% stake in the company. On April 20, 2009, PepsiCo offered to buy the remaining portion of PepsiAmericas it did not currently own, at an offer of $23.27 per share (or $11.64 in cash in addition to 0.223 PepsiCo shares, in exchange for each PepsiAmericas share). After facing regulatory review, PepsiCo's acquisitions of PepsiAmericas and another major Pepsi bottler, the Pepsi Bottling Group, were completed on February 26, 2010, forming a new, wholly owned subsidiary, the Pepsi Beverages Company.
Pepsi Bottling Group
Acquisition in 2009
The Pepsi Bottling Group, Inc. was the world's largest bottler of Pepsi-Cola beverages. PBG sales of Pepsi-Cola beverages accounted for more than one-half of the Pepsi-Cola beverages sold in the United States and Canada and about 40 percent worldwide. PBG had the exclusive right to manufacture, sell and distribute Pepsi-Cola beverages in all or a portion of 43 states, the District of Columbia, nine Canadian provinces, Spain, Greece, Russia, Turkey and Mexico. Approximately 70 percent of PBG's volume was sold in the United States and Canada. Pepsi Bottling Group was based in Somers, New York. On August 4, 2009, The Pepsi Bottling Group and another major Pepsi bottler, PepsiAmericas, were purchased by PepsiCo, headquartered in Purchase, New York. The purchases were completed on February 26, 2010, forming a wholly owned PepsiCo subsidiary, the Pepsi Beverages Company (PBC).
Spitz International
Acquisition in 2008
Spitz International Inc. is a prominent Canadian company specializing in the production of sunflower and pumpkin seeds. Based in Alberta, the company is involved in the entire process, including the production, roasting, packaging, and selling of these seeds. Spitz International has established itself as a leader in the market, catering to a growing demand for healthy snack options. Through its commitment to quality and innovation, the company continues to play a significant role in the seed industry in Canada.
V Water
Acquisition in 2008
V Water is a one-of-a-kind vitamin drink that’s sweeping the nation. Made with zero sugar and bursting with essential vitamins and minerals There are no artificial colours, flavours, sweeteners or preservatives and it comes in six tasty flavours. We use a natural extract from the leaves of the Stevia plant to provide a sweetness to go with each refreshing sip.
Lebedyansky
Acquisition in 2008
Lebedyansky JSC is the largest producer of natural juices in Eastern Europe and a prominent player in the Russian baby food market. Headquartered in Moscow, the company operates three production facilities located in the Lipetsk region and St. Petersburg. Its product range includes popular juice brands such as Ya, Tonus, and Fruktovy Sad, alongside juice drinks like Frustyle and Edo iced tea. Additionally, Lebedyansky offers mineral and drinking water under the Lipetsky Buvet brand, as well as baby juices and purees marketed under the FrutoNyanya brand. Through its diverse portfolio, Lebedyansky has established a significant presence in both the juice and baby food sectors.
IZZE Beverage
Acquisition in 2006
The IZZE Beverage Company, founded in 2002 by two friends, specializes in the manufacture and marketing of fruit juice beverages. Committed to producing distinctive natural drinks, the company also emphasizes social responsibility through its IZZE Project Reach program, which supports educational development for farm workers and their families in the communities where it sources its fruit. In addition to its beverage offerings, IZZE provides a variety of apparel, accessories, and glassware through its online store, further engaging with its customer base.
Stacy's Pita Chip Company
Acquisition in 2006
Stacy's Pita Chip Company is a producer of pita chips based in the United States. Founded by a social worker and a psychologist, the company emphasizes a commitment to healthy living while delivering high-quality snacks. Stacy's creates its pita chips by baking real pita bread from a proprietary recipe, which is then sliced into chips and baked a second time to achieve a satisfying crunch. The company has gained recognition for its dedication to crafting flavorful and wholesome snacks, appealing to health-conscious consumers seeking better snack options.
Star Foods
Acquisition in 2006
Star Foods, one of Poland's leading makers of savory snacks. Star Foods S.A. manufactures and markets snack food products. It offers potato chips, snacks, pop corn, sticks, peanuts, wafers, and corn flakes.
Duyvis
Acquisition in 2006
Duyvis Production's line of business includes manufacturing prepared foods and miscellaneous food specialties. Duyvis is a consumer goods company based out of the Netherlands. It provides a dutch brand of salty snacks, peanuts, and nuts.
Chipsy For Food Industries
Acquisition in 2001
Chipsy For Food Industries is manufactures and exports potato products and potato chips of various flavors.
Quaker Oats
Acquisition in 2000
Quaker Oats Company, based in Chicago, is an American manufacturer known for its oatmeal and a diverse array of food and beverage products. Established in 1901 and trademarked since 1877, the company offers a wide range of items including hot and cold cereals, snack bars, cookies, rice snacks, breakfast shakes, muffins, yogurt, granola bites, oatmeal pancake mixes, and tortilla mixes. In 2001, Quaker Oats was acquired by PepsiCo, Inc. and subsequently rebranded as Quaker Foods and Beverages. The company's long-standing reputation is anchored in its commitment to quality and innovation in the food industry.
South Beach Beverage
Acquisition in 2000
South Beach Beverage, commonly known as SoBe, is a beverage company based in Norwalk, Connecticut, that specializes in producing non-alcoholic and non-carbonated drinks. Established in 1996, SoBe draws inspiration from the vibrant culture of South Beach, Miami. The company initially gained recognition for its innovative 3G Tea, a unique blend of Ginseng, Guarana, and other herbal ingredients. Over the years, SoBe has expanded its product line to include a diverse array of teas, fruit-juice blends, and flavored water beverages, all characterized by exotic flavor combinations and the incorporation of vitamins and herbal elements. The brand is committed to experimentation and creativity in its offerings, reflecting the lively spirit of its origins.
Copella Fruit Juices Limited
Acquisition in 1999
Copella Fruit Juices Limited is made at Boxford Farm, Suffolk from handpicked apples. Our suppliers' pickers select and choose each apple carefully by hand. The apples are delicately selected for their size, shape, colour and maturity. Apples picked at the optimum time ensure that Copella is made from the tastiest and sweetest apples. Our suppliers' experts know each delicious apple variety by heart and only allow a perfect picking for each blend.
Simba Pty
Acquisition in 1999
Simba Pty Ltd is a South African snack food manufacturer mainly operating in South Africa.
Tropicana Beverage Group
Acquisition in 1998
Tropicana Products, Inc. is an American multinational company which primarily makes fruit-based beverages.
Walkers
Acquisition in 1989
Walkers website. The aim of their website is to provide all the information you may want to know about Walkers, the company and the range of products they sell, including ingredient detail. They have designed a website which is quick and easy to use with simple navigation to find the specific information you require - whether it’s about their products, their promotions, their TV adverts, their involvement with football, or Walkers News.
KFC Corporation, commonly known as Kentucky Fried Chicken, operates a global chain of chicken restaurants, offering a variety of products including fried chicken, sandwiches, sides, desserts, and kid's meals. Founded in 1952 by Harland David Sanders, KFC is renowned for its Original Recipe, which features a unique blend of 11 secret herbs and spices. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, KFC is a subsidiary of Yum! Brands, one of the largest restaurant companies worldwide. The brand has established itself as the most popular chicken restaurant chain globally, with a significant presence in the United States and over 130 countries. KFC not only serves its own restaurants but also franchises them, contributing to its expansive reach and sustained success in the fast-food industry.