America's Newest Workers Say the Little Perks Matter Most, Ranking Free Snacks and Drinks Above PTO Image Source: Slice Soda Every generation leaves its mark on workplace culture, and Gen Z appears to be ushering in a new era built around "micro joys," small moments that make the [read more]
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The innovative bars feature protein and fiber with a delicious taste and layered texture Image Source: FITCRUNCH FITCRUNCH®, the chef-crafted protein bar brand founded by Chef Robert Irvine, is ushering in a new era of protein snacking with the launch of Puff N' Crunchy, designed to redefine what consumers expect from a protein [read more]
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Full-cycle I-9 management has long been limited by cost and complexity. WorkBright+ changes that by combining AI with human expertise to deliver true end-to-end compliance at half the cost. Image Source: WorkBright For years, the price of full-service I-9 management has been driven by people hours. That's the short way of saying: the [read more]
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The Industry Group (TIG) and the Kiosk Manufacturer Association (KMA) will spotlight the convergence of POS, kiosks, digital signage, and [read more]
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Beverage News
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America's Newest Workers Say the Little Perks Matter Most, Ranking Free Snacks and Drinks Above PTO Image Source: Slice Soda Every generation leaves its mark on workplace culture, and Gen Z appears to be ushering in a new era built around "micro joys," small moments that make the workday more enjoyable, productive and [read more]
Melting Forest, a leading functional beverage brand powered by mushroom adaptogens and modern wellness ingredients, today announced the launch of [read more]
Summer's favorite drink just got a functional refresh. Juni, the fast-growing adaptogenic sparkling tea brand co-founded by Jay Shetty, Radhi Devlukia, [read more]
Laurel Whitney, co-founder of Push Beverages, shares how a challenge in her family's vending business evolved into a [read more]
Key Takeaways from The NAMA Show 2026 Session: “Upcoming Trends in Hot & Cold Beverages” At this year’s The NAMA [read more]
Red Bull has announced this year's Red Bull Summer Edition Sudachi Lime. This limited-time offering is now available with and [read more]
Company will introduce new visual identity and products—including better-for-you soda and the Signature Countertop machine—at The NAMA Show 2026 (booth [read more]
Snack News
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The innovative bars feature protein and fiber with a delicious taste and layered texture Image Source: FITCRUNCH FITCRUNCH®, the chef-crafted protein bar brand founded by Chef Robert Irvine, is ushering in a new era of protein snacking with the launch of Puff N' Crunchy, designed to redefine what consumers expect from a protein [read more]
A Simple, Food-First Way to Support Gut Health with Fiber, Prebiotics, and Gut-Activated Cultures Image Source: WK Kellogg Co. [read more]
The #1 No Sugar Added Granola Brand Debuts a No Sugar Added, Sweet & Crunchy Protein Granola Made with Nature's [read more]
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Healthy News
Perfect Snacks®, creator of the Original Refrigerated Protein Bar™, is expanding its fresh-from-the-fridge lineup with the launch of Oaties, its first-ever oat-based protein bar. Crafted with real ingredients and nothing artificial, Oaties deliver 8 grams of protein and are a good source of fiber to support healthy digestion. Image Source: Perfect Snacks "As our [read more]
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