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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Rowdy Mermaid Announces Strategic Partnership with Next in Natural
BOULDER, Colo., June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Rowdy Mermaid, the innovative maker of organic Kombucha and Good Mood Soda, is excited to announce its acquisition by Next in Natural, in partnership with strategic investors KarpReilly and Sapient Stews Founder, Luke Comer. This acquisition positions Rowdy Mermaid for its next phase of growth and expands its capabilities across multiple functions from production to marketing. Husband and wife team and founders of Rowdy Mermaid, Jamba Dunn and Erin Donnelly, will continue to lead the company as CEO and Customer Growth & Marketing Director, respectively. Jeff Lichtenstein, CEO of Next in Natural, has been appointed Chairman of the Board. His extensive experience includes helping launch and scale brands like Chobani, La Colombe, and Hu as the founder and CEO of Gourmet Guru, later acquired by UNFI. "Rowdy Mermaid epitomizes what's next – delicious, organic and functional ingredients with passionate mission driven leadership and fun marketing; these align with our values and what consumers want more of", states Lichtenstein. Kristine Laurel, COO of Next in Natural, adds, "Jamba and Erin's journey has always been about doing the right thing: making better-for-you organic products with compassion for people and the environment. They saw a need for a kombucha that was safe and genuinely delicious, and Jamba crafted it with their daughter in mind using fresh garden botanicals. They named the brand after her nickname: the Rowdy Mermaid. With Next in Natural's shared services platform, Rowdy Mermaid is positioned to thrive with comprehensive support that will strengthen their supply chain and support future innovation." "The better-for-you beverage category continues to grow, and our partnership with Next in Natural positions Rowdy to capitalize on this momentum," states Dunn. "Our Kombucha and Good Mood Soda stand out for their organic, crisp flavors and functional ingredients designed to support a healthy lifestyle." Erin Donnelly emphasized, "With Next in Natural's cross-functional team, network and expertise, Rowdy Mermaid is set to better serve our customers and expand our community, offering one of the most deliciously functional beverages on the market." Rowdy Mermaid is thrilled to embark on this new chapter, leveraging the combined expertise of Next in Natural and working in harmony with its strategic partners to drive innovation and meet growing consumer demand. About Rowdy Mermaid Rowdy Mermaid is dedicated to empowering people to live their best lives through better nutrition. Their current product offerings include a line of lightly sweetened, sparkling beverages powered by functional ingredients. As a brand committed to innovation and wellness, Rowdy Mermaid's award-winning beverages are designed to deliver both refreshing taste and purposeful ingredients. Rowdy Mermaid is available at select retailers nationwide. About Next in Natural Next in Natural is a Brooklyn, New York based operating partnership company that invests in and helps scale select emerging organic and better-for-you focused CPG companies. They focus on building symbiotic relationships organically and in the future, by way of their focus on R&D innovation for what's Next. Their mission is to help make the world a better place, organically. About Sapient Stews is a new Boulder, Colorado based company with a mission to create products that are complete meals, balanced nutrition and radically delicious. For More Information: info@ visit or follow @Rowdy Mermaid Info@ visit or follow @ Next In Natural LinkedIn Visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Next In Natural
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Ride the Wave: RaceTrac and Jamba Team Up for Limited-Time Swirl World Flavor
Two popular Atlanta brands join forces for a refreshing new flavor Atlanta, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RaceTrac and Jamba® have teamed up to deliver fans an exciting new collaboration: the Jamba-inspired Strawberry Wave Swirl World flavor is a refreshing sweet treat that blends the vibrant tastes of strawberry and pink lemonade. This limited-time flavor will be available for purchase at participating RaceTrac locations starting on April 2. With both companies headquartered in Atlanta, this partnership is a natural fit, built on a shared commitment to freshness and delicious flavors. 'At RaceTrac, our commitment to innovation drives us to continuously enhance the guest experience,' said Melanie Isbill, Chief Brand Officer of RaceTrac. 'Teaming up with Jamba is testament to this dedication, bringing unique and flavorful options to our customers. We believe every visit should be an adventure in flavor and we're proud to make our guests' lives more enjoyable with this exciting brand partnership.' "Teaming up with RaceTrac was a natural fit, as both of our organizations share a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences,' said Dave Mikita, President International & Retail Channels Licensing at GoTo Foods. 'This collaboration enables GoTo Foods to introduce Jamba inspired flavors to RaceTrac's extensive network of stores and engage with a new community of loyal fans.' Enhancing the experience, RaceTrac's Swirl World offers a pay-one-price model, letting customers load up on unlimited toppings for the price of a cup. Toppings vary by store and include favorites like crushed graham crackers, chocolate chips, gummy bears and more. Don't miss out! This delicious flavor will only be available until July 1. About RaceTrac, in Atlanta, Georgia, family-owned RaceTrac is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States, serving guests since 1934. More than 800 retail locations representing the RaceTrac® and RaceWay® brands offer guests an affordable one-stop-shop featuring competitively priced fuel plus a wide selection of food and beverage favorites, including freshly brewed coffee. RaceTrac employs more than 10,000 team members across RaceTrac, RaceWay and affiliated companies Metroplex Energy, Energy Dispatch and Gulf Oil. About Jamba Founded in 1990, Jamba is a leading global lifestyle brand that specializes in serving freshly blended fruit and vegetable smoothies, made-to-order bowls, fresh-squeezed juices and shots, as well as boosts and bites for those on the go. As of December 29, 2024, Jamba had over 780 locations across 34 U.S. states, along with presence in South Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan, Singapore, Australia, Guatemala and Saudi Arabia. For more information, visit or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or X. CONTACT: Jim Taylor jtaylor@
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
These Wisconsin businesses are offering deals Thursday for the first day of spring
Springtime is finally here. March 20 marks the first day of the new season and companies are celebrating by offering deals and freebies to customers. According to the meteorological definition, spring started on March 1. But the astronomical start to spring is Thursday, March 20. If you're looking to celebrate the start of spring with a good deal, here's what you need to know. The astronomical start of spring is March 20, which coincides with the spring equinox. RELATED: Here's what two different forecast models predict for spring 2025 in Wisconsin Shake Shack is offering a free Avocado Bacon Burger with a minimum $10 purchase between March 16 and April 7, 2025. The offer is limited to one free burger per order, and the order must include a minimum of $10 of food or beverage purchases. Customers must use promotional code 'SHOWDOWN' at checkout. You can find your nearest Shake Shack location here. Dairy Queen's annual Free Cone Day is Thursday and participating locations across the country are offering customers one free small vanilla cone. The cones are available while supplies last, limited to one per customer, and free cones are not available for delivery through the DQ Rewards mobile app. This year, Dairy Queen is partnering with Children's Miracle Network Hospitals for Free Cone Day. Choose to dip your cone in one of Dairy Queen's dipped coatings for $1 and the fast food chain will donate the dollar to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Dunkin' Rewards members can earn 3x points on Dunkin' Refreshers on March 20 in honor of the first day of spring, including the Raspberry Watermelon Dunkin' Refresher. Rewards Members must activate the offer prior to placing the order and bonus points are eligible on Dunkin' Refresher items only. Jamba has unveiled its new "Over Ice" line of iced drinks, and to celebrate the new beverages and also celebrate the first day of spring, the company is offering a deal. Jamba is offering customers $1 iced beverages on March 20 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. local time at participating locations. The offer is only valid in-stores for a small iced beverage in the Mangomorphosis or Dragonberry Blitz flavors. RELATED: 15 things to do for under $20 in Milwaukee during Spring Break 2024 This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: First day of spring deals in Wisconsin at Dairy Queen, Dunkin, Jamba
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
It's officially spring! Celebrate with freebies at Dairy Queen, Rita's Italian Ice, more
It's official: Spring has sprung! The new season officially started on Thursday, March 20. The first day of spring represents the vernal equinox in the Northern Hemisphere, an astronomical event that occurs when the sun aligns with the Earth's equator, making the amount of day and night equal. Several major restaurants and dessert spots, like Dairy Queen, Jamba and Dunkin', are ready to celebrate all things spring with free Italian ice, ice cream and discounts on even more items. Here's where Arizona residents can find free or discounted food to celebrate the vernal equinox. Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is continuing its annual tradition of giving away free Italian ice on the first day of spring this year. Customers who visit a Rita's location on March 20 will receive a free 6-ounce Italian ice in the available flavor of their choice, the company said, including the chain's newest flavor: Skittles Italian Ice. Additionally, customers who use the Rita's Ice App can enter for a chance to win free Italian ice for a year by entering the promo code "FDOS25" under the "offers" tab. To find an Arizona location near you, visit What will spring weather be like? Here's what 4 weather experts predict for 2025 Dairy Queen's annual Free Cone Day is Thursday and participating locations across the country are offering customers one free small vanilla cone. The cones are available while supplies last, limited to one per customer, and free cones are not available for delivery through the DQ Rewards mobile app. This year, Dairy Queen is partnering with Children's Miracle Network Hospitals for Free Cone Day. Choose to dip your cone in one of Dairy Queen's dipped coatings for $1 and the fast food chain will donate the dollar to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. To find a location near you, visit Dunkin' Rewards members can earn 3x points on Dunkin' Refreshers on March 20 in honor of the first day of spring, including the Raspberry Watermelon Dunkin' Refresher. Rewards Members must activate the offer prior to placing the order and bonus points are eligible on Dunkin' Refresher items only. Find the nearest Arizona location at Baskin-Robbins customers can celebrate the arrival of spring on Thursday with discounted smoothies, milkshakes, and limited-time Mangonadas. The company is offering customers a small smoothie or Mangonada for $5, a medium for $6, and a large for $7. To find the nearest location, visit Jamba has unveiled its new "Over Ice" line of iced drinks, and to celebrate the new beverages and also celebrate the first day of spring, the company is offering customers a sweet deal. Jamba is offering customers $1 iced beverages on March 20 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. local time at participating locations. The offer is only valid in-stores for a small iced beverage in the Mangomorphosis or Dragonberry Blitz flavors. There are 35 Jamba locations in Arizona. Find your closest one at This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: First day of spring 2025: Freebies at Dairy Queen, Rita's Italian Ice
Associated Press
17-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Jamba Celebrates New Over Ice Beverages Launch with $1 Iced Beverage Day
Step into Spring with Over Ice Beverages' Sunshine in Cup ATLANTA, March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Last month, Jamba introduced its first major menu launch since 2019 with an all-new line of Over Ice beverages - a refreshing iced beverage, made from a blend of fruit juices and topped with fruit puree or fresh fruits that pairs perfectly with a bowl or bite for a quick meal or snack! To celebrate this launch and to kick off the Spring season, Jamba is introducing $1 Iced Beverage Day! For one day ONLY on the official first day of Spring, March 20th, small Over Ice beverage flavors Mangomorphosis and Dragonberry Blitz will be available for $1 at all participating Jamba locations nationwide from 2:00PM to 7:00PM local time. Please see offer details below: Offer valid in store only for (1) Small 16oz Iced Beverage in the Mangomorphosis or Dragonberry Blitz flavor for $1.00 (excluding add-ons, extras, taxes and fees) at participating locations from 2-7pm Local Time on 3/20/2025. One per person. No substitutions. Must be present in store to redeem offer. Offer is not valid with any other offer or reward or on third-party delivery. Jamba reserves the right to end promotion at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited. More information on Jamba's new Over Ice Beverages below. Over Ice Over Ice offers six fruity flavors and is available in two tasty varieties - refresher and fusion. Over Ice Refresher - iced beverage that blends together the refreshing flavors of lemonade, fruit juice, and is topped off with fresh fruit or a fruit puree. Over Ice Refresher flavors include: Peachberry Blast - A refreshing explosion of lemonade, strawberries & hints of peach, topped with a housemade strawberry & agave blended puree. Blue Lava - Fresh housemade strawberry puree, topped with a vibrant blend of blue spirulina and tangy lemonade and topped off with fresh strawberries. Dragonberry Blitz - A vibrant blend of real mixed berry juice, infused with a housemade dragon fruit puree and topped with fresh blueberries. Over Ice Fusion - iced beverage that layers the mouthwatering flavors of lemonade, fruit juices and fruit puree. Over Ice Fusion flavors include: Lemonberry Twist - Twist it up with the refreshing flavors of real strawberry & lemonade, layered with a fresh, house made strawberry puree. It's summer in a cup, all year long! Electric Ice - Made with the refreshing goodness of lemonade and real, housemade dragon fruit puree and layered with a color-changing blend of blue spirulina. It's as electric to watch as it is to sip! Mangomorphosis - A refreshing tropical transformation in every sip! This delicious over ice beverage comes with the tangy flavors of passion fruit & mango and a zest of lemonade and layered with a delicious housemade dragon fruit puree. For more information on Jamba, $1 Iced Beverage Day and new Jamba Over Ice beverages please visit and connect with Jamba on TikTok ( @jamba), Instagram ( @jambajuice), X ( @jambajuice), and Facebook ( @jambajuice). About Jamba® Founded in 1990, Jamba is a leading global lifestyle brand that specializes in serving freshly blended fruit and vegetable smoothies, made-to-order bowls, fresh-squeezed juices and shots, as well as boosts and bites for those on the go. As of September 29, 2024, Jamba had over 780 locations across 34 U.S. states, along with presence in South Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan, Singapore, Australia, Guatemala and Saudi Arabia. For more information, visit or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or X.
