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Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Shaquille O'Neal Praises Mark Cuban's Business Savvy: 'Whenever Mark Is Investing in, I'm Investing in' (Exclusive)
Shaquille O'Neal said he doesn't have a "favorite" investment in his portfolio While at a Big Pod event in Las Vegas on Saturday, July 12, the NBA icon told PEOPLE, "Every company that I'm with, I definitely have to like the product" O'Neal recently invested in BeatBox, a ready-to-drink alcoholic beverage seen on Shark TankShaquille O'Neal has no problem playing follow the leader when it comes to his investments. While at the Shaquille O'Neal's BeatBox Appearance at Big Pod event in Las Vegas on Saturday, July 12, the retired NBA star, 53, caught up with PEOPLE to discuss his expanding portfolio. Most recently, he invested in BeatBox, a company Mark Cuban invested $1 million in on Shark Tank, which was one of the largest deals in the show's history at the time. Cuban found out about the beverage on reality TV, while the former Los Angeles Laker was aware of the ready-to-drink beverage after seeing it at concerts and his DJ gigs. 'I thought it was Capri Sun, and then I tried. I was like, 'This is pretty good,' ' O'Neal exclusively told PEOPLE of the drink. is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! Reflecting on a call he received from Cuban, 66, about investing in BeatBox, O'Neal said, 'I've always learned that in order to be great, you have to have conversations with other great people.' The basketball legend added that the Shark Tank star is essentially his investment muse. 'Whenever Mark is investing in, I'm investing in," he said. "Mark could say, 'Hey, I got a toilet tissue brand coming out.' I'm doing it. He's been very successful since he sold [ Still, the Inside the NBA analyst insisted that his involvement in the beverage company isn't a 'money play,' while admitting he doesn't even know how much he invested. 'My spiel to everyone is being a teammate. I'm going to be the one to help take it to the next level,' he told PEOPLE. For all his investments, of which there are many, O'Neal indicated that he doesn't have a 'favorite'. 'I'm just fortunate and lucky enough to have good friends and have really smart people around me,' he said. 'I've been in business since '92. Had a lot of failures, had a lot of success. That's just business. "Every company that I'm with, I definitely have to like the product," O'Neal continued. "I get a lot of opportunities to do business, but if I don't like your product, I can't take your money and sell something I don't like to the people. I just can't do it.' In addition to his investments, O'Neal is well-regarded in the nightclub scene, where he goes by his other moniker, "DJ Diesel." 'I call it adrenaline reset,' he said of his evenings behind the turntables. When asked how DJing before a nightclub crowd compares to playing in the NBA Finals, O'Neal explained, "It's the same.' 'Because the premise of it is, when I played, my father taught me a very valuable thing. If people are going to pay money to watch it perform, give them a f--king great show,' he continued. 'So, same thing.' O'Neal's discussion with PEOPLE came after his recent DJ gig in Sacramento, a city considered a 'small market' by NBA standards. O'Neal, though, thinks the 'small market' label is about to be a thing of the past. 'I think the small market team definition is slowly dying because of social media," he told PEOPLE. "You want the best player in the world on your team, or you want to be at a big market team?" "I'll take the best player in the world in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. I'll take that every time," he continued, referring to the Oklahoma City Thunder star, who won the league MVP and NBA Finals MVP. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'Back in the day, it was a big market team because of the people per capita: Boston, New York, L.A., Miami. But hey, those teams got to put together a championship product," O'Neal added. "They haven't done it in a while. I read something the other day about how Adam Silver has been the commissioner for 11 years, and there have been nine different champions. So the dynasty may be over, too.' Read the original article on People Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BEATBOX & KEEP FLORIDA CLEAN REMOVE 200+ POUNDS OF WASTE FROM MIAMI PARK
MIAMI, June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the weekend, BeatBox Beverages partnered with nonprofit Keep Florida Clean to host a community cleanup at Peacock Park in Coconut Grove, uniting volunteers around a shared mission: having fun and leaving the planet better than they found it. Together, the crew successfully removed over 206 pounds of waste from the park - demonstrating that fun and purpose can go hand in hand. Known for its party-ready punch, bold flavors and sustainable business practices, BeatBox has built a highly engaged fan base, including over 13,000 brand ambassadors who connect through both virtual and IRL experiences like this beach cleanup. As a certified B Corp, BeatBox uses recyclable packaging (Tetra Pak) and offsets its carbon footprint through verified credits -actions that reflect a deeper commitment to the next generation. "As a company redefining what an alcohol brand can be, we know our fans care about doing good and having a good time," said Aimy Steadman, co-founder and COO of BeatBox. "That's why we've built sustainability into our business model - so our community can sip, celebrate and connect." The Peacock Park event is part of BeatBox's broader sustainability initiative focused on giving back to local communities while reducing environmental impact at every level of the business. BeatBox will continue to host clean up events as a part of its ongoing effort to tackle plastic pollution and inspire fans across the country to take action -one park, one party, one carton at a time. For more information about the BeatBox Ambassador program or to join future events, visit: About BeatBox BeveragesBeatBox is more than a party favorite–it's a category disruptor redefining the alcohol industry. Founded in 2012 as an MBA project at UT Austin, BeatBox gained national attention in 2014 after a game-changing appearance on Shark Tank. Today, the 'Original Party Punch' is sold in all 50 states and available at over 130,000 retail locations nationwide. As one of the fastest-growing ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages in the United States, BeatBox offers more than 15 bold and nostalgic flavors served in its signature sustainable, resealable packaging. Ranked as the #1 RTD alcohol brand in convenience stores for 2024, BeatBox combines innovation, philanthropy, a passion for live music, and a thriving community of superfans to deliver fun, flavor-packed energy with every sip. Learn more at and follow on Instagram. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE BeatBox Beverages Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
24-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Cann Hires Veteran Beverage Executive, Jeff Chassner, as New VP of Sales
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Cann, a leading THC-infused beverage, has hired Jeff Chassner as its new VP of Sales. Jeff brings an impressive beverage resume to the team, having previously worked with industry leading brands from MillerCoors and high-growth start-ups like BeatBox. Jeff Chassner will join Cann's executive leadership team, and be responsible for leading Cann's retail sales operations across the United States. Jeff is joining Cann at a critical time for the THC beverage industry. His focus will be on expanding Cann's penetration through traditional retail channels and on supporting the continued growth of the brand. Currently, the brand is available in 5,000 retail doors within 30 states, and is shoppable online in over 35 states. 'As the pioneer of microdosed THC beverages, Cann has seen multiple phases of retail growth and the next phase will be the most essential to our growth,' explained Co-Founder and CEO of Cann, Jake Bullock. 'As mainstream retailers clamour to adopt the THC beverage category, we're ecstatic to have Jeff driving Cann's adoption, as he's done so successfully at BeatBox, New Realm, and others.' Jeff was most recently the Chief Sales Officer of New Realm Brewing for over five years, where his dynamic strategic approach doubled off-site distribution sales. Prior to his experience at New Realm Brewing, Jeff scaled beverage brands, including BeatBox, SweetWater Brewing Company, and MillerCoors. While the VP of National Sales at BeatBox, Chassner led the company to 15x revenue growth in just three years, and successfully transitioned the brand's distribution network, which transformed sales. Now at Cann, Chassner intends to adopt this same growth-oriented approach to catapult the brand into a new wave of growth. 'I've been a fan of Cann since its launch, and it's an honor to join the company at such an exciting time,' said Chassner. 'I look forward to building on Cann's growth and continuing to drive its sales strategy in innovative and bold ways.' About CANN Founded by Stanford and Harvard graduates, Cann is reshaping the social drinking category with microdosed, non-alcoholic beverages that deliver a perfect, uplifting feeling every time. Vegan, gluten-free, and ranging from 35-50 calories, each Cann has five all-natural ingredients with a strength that is similar to a beer or glass of wine. There are no artificial sweeteners or flavors, sugar substitutes, or cannabis taste. Cann products with THC derived from federally legal hemp are available to consumers online DTC in over 35 states and in retailers in over 30 states. Cann products are also available at dispensaries in CA. For more details, visit
Axios
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Shaq's favorite Dallas spots
Shaquille O'Neal has four NBA championships and millions of dollars, but he's just like the rest of us: a proud Texan. The intrigue: The basketball legend owns property in North Texas, has a fried chicken restaurant in Fort Worth and is an investor with Mark Cuban in Austin-based BeatBox, which sells single-serve alcohol. He broke out into "Deep in the Heart of Texas" between media interviews in Irving last week. What he's saying: O'Neal says he has no gripes about Dallas-Fort Worth. "I'm from San Antonio so I'm familiar with the culture. It's spread out. I can do anything I want here — hunting, restaurants, fishing, boating, flying with my cousin who works for Irving PD," he tells Axios. Here are his favorite things in Dallas: 🍗 Favorite restaurant: Babe's and Big Chicken 🥩 Go-to order at Babe's: I always tell the chef I want the biggest chicken fried steak in Texas history. 📺 Favorite place for a night out: I'm a Netflix man right now. 🏀 Favorite Dallas sports fan base: Mavericks. A lot of memories, especially beating you guys in the (2006) Finals and my battles with the great Mark Cuban. 👀 Current Dallas bucket list item: Probably the JFK assassination site again.
