Festival Foods

TIKI® Brand Announces Partnership with the Green Bay Packers

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

The multi-year partnership includes in-stadium signage, an ultimate fan giveaway, digital elements and activation spaces throughout the season.

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  • The multi-year partnership includes in-stadium signage, an ultimate fan giveaway, digital elements and activation spaces throughout the season.
  • "As a Wisconsin-based company, we are thrilled to announce that TIKI® Brand is now a proud partner of the Green Bay Packers, a team that is part of the identity of the state of Wisconsin," said Chris Wisener, President and COO.
  • As a celebration of the new partnership, TIKI® Brand is offering a giveaway where fans can enter to win a once in a lifetime experience at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
  • The one lucky winner will receive two entrance tickets for the Festival Foods MVP Deck to the Green Bay Packers vs. Chicago Bears game on January 7, 2024.

Festival Foods Pairs AI-Powered Price Optimization With Omnichannel Competitive Intelligence in Expanded Partnership with Engage3

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

DAVIS, Calif., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Engage3 Powered By Dexi, which helps retailers and brands profitably grow revenue and drive store trips by tracking and optimizing their Price Image, today announced the renewal and expansion of its partnership with Festival Foods. The expanded partnership adds Engage3's Price Image Management capabilities to a successful omnichannel competitive intelligence program.

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  • The expanded partnership adds Engage3's Price Image Management capabilities to a successful omnichannel competitive intelligence program.
  • Festival Foods has been serving Wisconsin shoppers since 1946 and operates 40 locations across the state.
  • Festival Foods relies on Engage3 for complete omnichannel data visibility via professional in-store audits and online web scraping, and Lighthouse, an AI-powered Product Linking module.
  • "The addition of Price Image Optimization gives Festival Foods a completely new way to balance customer engagement with bottom-line growth.

Koios Partners with Festival Foods to Expand Distribution of Fit Soda™ to all 40 Locations Across Wisconsin

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

DENVER and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Koios Beverage Corp. (CSE: FIT; OTC: FITSF) (the "Company" or "Koios") is thrilled to announce its expansion and placement of Fit Soda™ into all 40 Festival Foods locations across Wisconsin.

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  • DENVER and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Koios Beverage Corp. (CSE: FIT; OTC: FITSF) (the "Company" or "Koios") is thrilled to announce its expansion and placement of Fit Soda™ into all 40 Festival Foods locations across Wisconsin.
  • Festival Foods is a renowned family-owned grocery company which operates stores throughout Wisconsin; they are known for their unwavering dedication to serving communities by providing high-quality products.
  • Festival Foods, known for its commitment to sourcing local and premium products, recognizes the growing demand for healthier beverage choices.
  • "We are thrilled to collaborate with Festival Foods and expand our reach to all of their locations," said Chris Miller, CEO of the Company.

Crystal Farms Releases New Cheese Stick Products For Adults

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

EDINA, Minn., March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Two new products are hitting Midwest grocery store shelves. Crystal Farms Dairy Company is expanding its snack cheese stick offerings with new flavors for adult palates, Gouda and Sharp Cheddar.

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  • Crystal Farms Dairy Company is expanding its snack cheese stick offerings with new flavors for adult palates, Gouda and Sharp Cheddar.
  • Crystal Farms is dedicated to making high-quality, delicious cheese sourced from dairy farms across the heartland and supporting agriculture in the Midwest for future generations through its Midwest Farms Forever program.
  • With these new cheese stick flavors, Crystal Farms is catering to an adult's taste palate and believes cheese sticks aren't just for kids; they're also an easy and flavorful snack option for adults on the go.
  • The new Gouda and Sharp Cheddar Cheese flavors will join customer-loved Mozzarella, Pepper Jack, Marble Jack and Cheddar cheese stick flavors in the dairy aisle.

SmartSense by Digi Accelerates Market Momentum Ahead of NRF 2023 Retail’s Big Show

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

SmartSense by Digi®, part of Digi International (NASDAQ: DGII, www.digi.com ) and a leading global provider of Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity solutions, today announced a series of notable milestones signifying dynamic market momentum ahead of NRF 2023 Retail’s Big Show event.

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  • SmartSense by Digi®, part of Digi International (NASDAQ: DGII, www.digi.com ) and a leading global provider of Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity solutions, today announced a series of notable milestones signifying dynamic market momentum ahead of NRF 2023 Retail’s Big Show event.
  • “The momentum generated throughout 2022 marks a critical step forward for the future of SmartSense by Digi,” said Guy Yehiav, President of SmartSense by Digi.
  • Executive Leadership Shift: In February 2022, Digi International named renowned B2B enterprise software veteran Guy Yehiav as President of its SmartSense by Digi division.
  • SmartSense by Digi will unveil its new IoT Sensing as a Service open platform during a live presentation at NRF 2023 Retail’s Big Show on Jan. 15-17 in New York, NY.

FIRST-OF-ITS KIND SPORTS DRINK DEVELOPED IN WISCONSIN NOW AVAILABLE IN AREA RETAILERS

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

EVANSTON, Ill., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GoodSport®, a first-of-its-kind natural sports drink with 3x the electrolytes and 33% less sugar than traditional sports drinks that's been scientifically shown to provide long-lasting hydration is coming to Wisconsin just in time for the summer heat.  With no artificial flavors, colors or dyes, GoodSport harnesses the naturally occurring electrolytes and carbohydrates found in milk to deliver elite-level hydration that's been embraced by professional and collegiate sports teams. GoodSport will be available at Festival Foods and other retailers throughout Wisconsin this summer.

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  • GoodSport will be available at Festival Foods and other retailers throughout Wisconsin this summer.
  • However, milk's consistency and protein content which is slow to digest were barriers for athletes before and during exercise.
  • "It's exciting to be part of the team that's bringing something entirely new with superior hydration to the sports drink category."
  • GoodSport comes in four refreshing flavors in 16.9-ounce bottles: Lemon Lime, Fruit Punch, Wild Berry and Citrus,and in addition to Wisconsin retailers, is available on amazon.com and goodsport.com .

Juneteenth NY Presents The 13th Annual Juneteenth NY Festival 2022 from Friday, June 17th - Sunday, June 19th

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

NEW YORK, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 13th Annual Juneteenth NY Festival - one of New York's biggest and longest-running annual events commemorating America's newest federal holiday – returns for a three-day celebration, kicking off virtually on Friday, June 17th and then for in-person gatherings in Brooklyn on Saturday, June 18th and Sunday, June 19th. The Juneteenth NY Festival was created in an effort to advance the economic and cultural arts in underserved communities and in support of small, Black-owned businesses. With this year's theme spotlighting "Unity in the Black Family Unit," the weekend will feature the best in Black culture and will include an array of live performances, exhibitions, authentic local cuisine, wellness and other family fun activities.

Key Points: 
  • The Juneteenth NY Festival was created in an effort to advance the economic and cultural arts in underserved communities and in support of small, Black-owned businesses.
  • Additionally, Juneteenth NY will host the inaugural Juneteenth NY Awards Luncheon, a red-carpet, tented awards ceremony to be held on Saturday in Gershwin Park.
  • To learn more about the 13th Annual Juneteenth NY Festival, please visit: https://www.juneteenthny.com/ .
  • The 13th Annual Juneteenth NY Festival is presented by Sun River Health.

Nabati Dessertz™ Now Available at Festival Foods

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Tuesday, March 22, 2022

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nabati Foods Global Inc. ( CSE: MEAL ) ( FSE:7UW ) (Nabati Foods or the Company), a plant-based food technology company offering whole, natural, plant-based foods for health conscious consumers, is announcing that its Nabati Dessertz dairy-free cheesecakes, Blueberry and Tiramisu flavors, are now available in 39 Festival Foods supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nabati Foods Global Inc. ( CSE: MEAL ) ( FSE:7UW ) (Nabati Foods or the Company), a plant-based food technology company offering whole, natural, plant-based foods for health conscious consumers, is announcing that its Nabati Dessertz dairy-free cheesecakes, Blueberry and Tiramisu flavors, are now available in 39 Festival Foods supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.
  • About Nabati Foods Global Inc.
    Nabati Foods Global Inc. is the owner of Nabati Foods Inc. (Nabati Foods), a family-founded food technology company offering whole, natural, plant-based, gluten, and soy-free foods for health-conscious consumers.
  • Nabati Foods was founded in 2014 and has four signature product lines including dairy-free cheesecakes, cheese alternatives, plant-based meats, and a plant-based liquid egg alternative.
  • Nabati Foods products are distributed throughout Canada, the U.S., and internationally through eCommerce, grocery, foodservice, and industrial channels.

Grounded Foods Launches Plant-Based Cheese Products in Sprouts Farmers Market Stores Nationwide

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022

LOS ANGELES, March 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of its rapid growth and retail expansion, Grounded Foods is launching its groundbreaking plant-based cheese products in Sprouts Farmers Market, landing in hundreds of their stores across the United States.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of its rapid growth and retail expansion, Grounded Foods is launching its groundbreaking plant-based cheese products in Sprouts Farmers Market, landing in hundreds of their stores across the United States.
  • We firmly believe that it's possible to satisfy people's craving for dairy cheese using existing, natural, and underutilized plant resources stuff that comes from the ground."
  • Sprouts Farmers Market prides itself on its mission to make natural foods accessible to everyone, while only stocking products that uphold its standard of health, quality, affordability, and short, easy-to-comprehend ingredients.
  • Grounded currently offers three cheeses: a Hemp Seed Cream Cheese, Hemp Seed GOAT Cheese, and a CHEESE FREE CHEESE squeeze-on sauce, all of which are available on groundedfoods.com and at a number of retail locations nationwide, including Whole Foods, Bristol Farms, Gelson's, Harmon's, Festival Foods and Pete's Fresh Market.

Muscular Dystrophy Association Launches the Nation's Largest St. Patrick's Day Fundraising Campaign for Life-Changing Research, Care, and Advocacy

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022

"When it first started in the 80's, MDA's Shamrocks pin-up campaign was an innovative approach to raising money by engaging local communities and businesses--it transformed the way non-profits everywhere raise money. This legacy campaign has continued now for four decades, and funds both groundbreaking research and life-changing experiences such as MDA Summer Camp. We are extremely grateful for the generosity of retailers who partner with us year after year, and their loyal customers, who empower our families by proudly purchasing Shamrocks," said Donald S. Wood, PhD, president and CEO of MDA.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) today launched the nation's largest St. Patrick's Day fundraising campaign, celebrating the 40thbirthday of its iconic MDA Shamrocks .
  • Thousands of retailers nationwide are raising funds and spreading awareness about muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases this February and March.
  • This legacy campaign has continued now for four decades, and funds both groundbreaking research and life-changing experiences such as MDA Summer Camp.
  • For 70 years, the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) has been committed to transforming the lives of people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases.