New ways to a more sustainable future are coming from every angle! PET (polyethylene terephthalate) is the most common thermoplastic used in single-use beverage bottles, but it takes the plastic hundreds of years to break down in the environment. There’s good news ahead, as researchers from the University of Portsmouth and National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) found a super enzyme that’s derived from bacteria which can naturally and fully digest PET plastic bottles.
The Beat: That’s the Tea!
How many times have you been on the phone with customer service and felt like you were speaking with an automated messaging service? Conversely how many times has great customer service made your day?
Trending with Tracie: Reserving Space for KINDness
Be kind, eat KIND. Goodness, I should be in marketing! Let’s talk about KIND, a huge powerhouse in the snack bar category. They recently announced plans to launch products in four new categories – frozen, refrigerated, chocolate, and snack mixes.
The Beat: Wake Up & Smell Coffee!
Isn’t it funny how we always seem to end up right where we are supposed to be? This week, I had the opportunity to sit down with Operations Manager Sean, whose career in coffee has spanned from farm to consumer – out clients!
Cold Brew is Hot!
Cold Brew is one of the hottest trends in coffee right now. Whether it is summer or winter, everyone wants cold brew for that morning jolt or afternoon pick me up.
Trending with Tracie: Trust & Chocolate… How Lovely!
It’s a matter of trust. Five food brands made Morning Consult’s first annual list of the Top 25 Most Trusted Brands in America. Participants were asked, “How much do you trust each brand to do what is right?”
Exceptional Coffee With A Mission
I like to consider myself a coffee connoisseur and I care about the craft of the cup of coffee that I enjoy throughout my day. Laughing Man® Coffee founded by actor, Hugh Jackman has quickly become my new favorite!
The Beat: It’s the Little Things!
How often do you think about the simple joys in life, like laughing? Thanks to my conversation with Key Account Executive of the Year Dahnell, I am not only more aware of all of the small things that factor into success, I also have a new outlook on life.
Jack Link’s Jalapeno Sizzle Beef & Cheese
February Snack Profile – Jack Link’s Jalapeno Sizzle Beef & Cheese
Starbucks Caffe Verona
February Coffee Profile – Starbucks Caffe Verona