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Celebrating Milestones and Charting a Promising Future for BrewBilt Brewing

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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CEO Bennett Buchanan stated, “I am thrilled to share with you the remarkable journey and accomplishments of BrewBilt Brewing since our inception.

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  • CEO Bennett Buchanan stated, “I am thrilled to share with you the remarkable journey and accomplishments of BrewBilt Brewing since our inception.
  • With unwavering dedication, strategic vision, and the support of our valued shareholders, we have achieved significant milestones that underscore our commitment to excellence and growth.
  • June 2021: Begin construction of our state-of-the-art commercial brewery, laying the foundation for future growth and production.
  • “In conclusion, I want to express my sincere gratitude to our shareholders for their continued support and confidence in BrewBilt Brewing.

New Blue Bunny Twist Pints Twist Two Fun-Filled Flavors into One DUAL-icious Bite

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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CHICAGO, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Bunny is bringing a new twist to the freezer aisle with the launch of Twist pints! These delectable frozen treats combine two indulgent flavors, expertly twisted to perfection, adorned with a decadent ribbon of ooey gooey goodness. Flavors include Chocolate Vanilla, Strawberries & Cream, Cookies & Cream, Candy Bar, Mint Chocolate, Blu's Birthday Cake, and Cherry Chocolate.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Bunny is bringing a new twist to the freezer aisle with the launch of Twist pints!
  • Twist pints join Blue Bunny's popular Twist Cones, delivering a fun twist of flavors to treat-loving tastebuds nationwide.
  • "The overwhelmingly positive response to launching Twist Cones fueled our determination to take the dual-flavored soft serve experience to the next level with Twist pints," said Jeremy Hrynewycz, Brand Marketing Director at Blue Bunny.
  • Throughout April, Blue Bunny is partnering with Great Wolf Lodge to launch Twist pints in a way only Blue Bunny can: by executing Twisted Taste Tests across the country.

Albertsons Companies Unveils Simplified “for U” Loyalty Program Enhancing Member Experience to Provide Even Greater Value

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) continues to transform its customer shopping experience and deepen customer relationships announcing today a new, simplified loyalty program providing more value and ease than ever for the retailer’s 38 million* loyalty members.

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  • Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) continues to transform its customer shopping experience and deepen customer relationships announcing today a new, simplified loyalty program providing more value and ease than ever for the retailer’s 38 million* loyalty members.
  • The program retains all the benefits customers love with exciting enhancements to celebrate their loyalty and create customers for life.
  • Image Courtesy: Albertsons Companies
    The for U loyalty program is free and available to all customers who shop at Albertsons Cos. stores including Safeway, Albertsons, Shaw’s, ACME, Jewel-Osco, Randalls and Vons.
  • *Based on total enrollments in Albertsons for U program (as recorded in 2012 data migration of prior existing enrollments) continuing through March 2023.

Starco Brands Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results and Business Update

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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Reported net revenue for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $18.9 million, compared to $4.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.

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  • Reported net revenue for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $18.9 million, compared to $4.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Compensation expense was $10.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2023, compared to $0.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Professional fees were $1.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2023, compared to $0.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Adjusted EBITDA was approximately $2.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2023, compared to $1.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2022.

DoorDash Expands Food Access for SNAP Customers With New Grocery Partners

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Since launching support for SNAP/EBT payments in 2023, over 1.1 million consumers have added their SNAP/EBT cards to DoorDash.

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  • Since launching support for SNAP/EBT payments in 2023, over 1.1 million consumers have added their SNAP/EBT cards to DoorDash.
  • With the addition of these new partners, over 6,000 locations nationwide will support SNAP/EBT payment capabilities on DoorDash for on-demand delivery of eligible grocery items.
  • DoorDash is one of the largest online marketplaces to offer SNAP/EBT recipients access to grocery delivery across the country.
  • Whether it's delivering SNAP-eligible groceries or charitable food to people experiencing food insecurity, we’re excited to continue to provide new ways for everyone to access food through DoorDash.

Stefanini Group Expands Cybersecurity Portfolio Through Acquisition of Brazilian Industry Leader Protega

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stefanini Group, a $1 billion global technology company specializing in digital solutions, with locations in 41 countries across the Americas, Europe, Australia and Asia, announced today the acquisition of Protega, a leading Brazilian cybersecurity company.

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  • "As the cybersecurity market continues to grow, this acquisition will allow us to proactively shield companies of different sizes across many industries from financial and reputational losses."
  • Stefanini's cybersecurity practice, which grew 80% last year, projects continued strong growth in 2024, with revenue expected to surpass $40 million.
  • "This union will increase the capability, commercial strength and internationalization of the Stefanini Group's cybersecurity platform," said Luis Gestavo Pereira, co-founder and CEO of Protega, which remains in operation.
  • Stefanini also recently hired Orion Czarnecki as the head of cybersecurity for North America/Asia-Pacific (NA/APAC) to ensure continued growth and success in its portfolio.

Legendary Sparkling Wine Brand Expands Portfolio and Appoints New Winemaker Amid 35th Anniversary of its first Domestic Wine Release

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gruet Winery , a sparkling wine favorite by sommeliers, is celebrating the 35th anniversary of its first domestic wine release.

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  • ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gruet Winery , a sparkling wine favorite by sommeliers, is celebrating the 35th anniversary of its first domestic wine release.
  • Coinciding with the anniversary, Gruet has proudly appointed Carrie Gurule, a member of the Gruet winemaker team since 2016 and a distinguished figure in the New Mexico viticulture community to head winemaker, effective immediately.
  • "Carrie has been a critical and reliable component of our team as we've grown the Gruet brand in recent years," said Phil Kazanjian, Chief Operations Officer at Gruet Winery.
  • She brings specialized experience in vineyard and winery operations management, and has been responsible for Gruet's cellar processes, quality control, and lab management.

Bubbies Ice Cream Launches Three Decadent New Flavors

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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PHOENIX, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bubbies Ice Cream, the fan-favorite mochi ice cream brand known for its all-natural, premium ingredients and decadent flavors, announced today three new flavor additions to its product lineup including Chocolate Peanut Butter, Churro, and Mint Chocolate Chip. Hitting shelves just in time for the sunny days of spring and summer ahead, these new flavors are the perfect treat to indulge in any time that sweet tooth hits. Like all Bubbies mochi ice cream products, the new offerings are wrapped in sweet mochi dough with super-premium ice cream on the inside for a mindful indulgence at just 90 calories per serving.

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  • These new offerings from the fan-favorite mochi ice cream brand include Chocolate Peanut Butter, Churro, and Mint Chocolate Chip
    PHOENIX, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bubbies Ice Cream , the fan-favorite mochi ice cream brand known for its all-natural, premium ingredients and decadent flavors, announced today three new flavor additions to its product lineup including Chocolate Peanut Butter , Churro , and Mint Chocolate Chip .
  • Like all Bubbies mochi ice cream products, the new offerings are wrapped in sweet mochi dough with super-premium ice cream on the inside for a mindful indulgence at just 90 calories per serving.
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Mochi Ice Cream: This classic flavor combo pairs creamy, dreamy super-premium peanut butter ice cream with soft, chocolate mochi dough.
  • Churro Mochi Ice Cream: Creamy, churro-flavored ice cream is wrapped in sweet mochi dough and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar for an added sweet crunch to complete this delicious treat.

Like Air® Expands National Presence, Now Available in Albertsons Companies Stores

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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MADISON, N.J., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Like Air®, a family-owned brand that's reinventing snacking with its flavorful melt-in-your-mouth puffcorn, announced today the nationwide expansion of its popular puffcorn snacks into Albertsons Companies stores including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME and Shaw's. Like Air® puffcorn will be sold in more than 1,500 Albertsons Cos. stores beginning to roll out this month.

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  • Like Air® puffcorn will be sold in more than 1,500 Albertsons Cos. stores beginning to roll out this month.
  • Like Air® Expands National Presence, Now Available in Albertsons Companies Stores
    Since 2020, Like Air® has been capturing the taste buds of snack enthusiasts and achieved significant success on ABC's Shark Tank in January 2024.
  • Unlike traditional popcorn, Like Air® puffcorn doesn't contain hulls or kernels, making it a simple and easily digestible snack.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with Albertsons to make our puffcorn available to consumers nationwide," said Allison Lin, Co-Founder of Like Air®.

FTC Challenges Kroger’s Acquisition of Albertsons

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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For thousands of grocery store workers, Kroger’s proposed acquisition of Albertsons would immediately erase aggressive competition for workers, threatening the ability of employees to secure higher wages, better benefits, and improved working conditions.

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  • For thousands of grocery store workers, Kroger’s proposed acquisition of Albertsons would immediately erase aggressive competition for workers, threatening the ability of employees to secure higher wages, better benefits, and improved working conditions.
  • “This supermarket mega merger comes as American consumers have seen the cost of groceries rise steadily over the past few years.
  • Kroger’s acquisition of Albertsons would lead to additional grocery price hikes for everyday goods, further exacerbating the financial strain consumers across the country face today,” said Henry Liu, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Competition.
  • A bipartisan group of nine attorneys general is joining the FTC’s federal court complaint.
  • Albertsons also operates thousands of stores across 35 states under regional names including Albertsons, Haggen, Jewel-Osco, Pavilions, Safeway, and Vons.
  • Harm to Consumers In addition to raising grocery prices, the FTC alleges that Kroger’s acquisition of Albertsons would also diminish their incentive to compete on quality.