Monthly Archives: July 2017

Online Bev/Al Delivery Service Raises $5.4 Million

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Saucey, an alcohol delivery logistics company, said it raised $5.4 million in a Series A financing round. Bullpen Capital led the investment round with participation from existing and new investors including Blumberg Capital, Structure Capital and HashtagOne. The investment brings … Continue reading →

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Coppola Shifts Consumer Marketing, Will Focus on Digital

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

In announcing the new consumer marketing campaign, Jennifer Leitman, The Family Coppola’s senior vp-marketing, said a key part of the campaign is a short film contest hosted by the winery, the winner of which will premiere at the winery’s private … Continue reading →

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Are Prohibition-Era State Laws Out Of Sync With Craft Beer Industry?

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Ben Swenson, who runs Hampton Roads Growler, makes the case in the Hampton Roads Business Journal. “Some people within the industry wonder whether it’s time to rewrite the playbook – if not through a major overhaul, then at least tweaks … Continue reading →

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The Science Behind Brewing Beer

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Science contributes to the type of beer, the different flavors, and how it is alcoholic, writes Trevor English at Interesting Engineering.

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Keeping Brands Safe in a Programmatic World

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Recent revelations that major brands and political parties have inadvertently funded terrorism through their online advertising highlights just how easy it is for premium advertising messages to appear alongside unsavory, and even extremist, content. The initial furor caused advertising platforms, … Continue reading →

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F.Y.I. —

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

The Best and Worst Ice Creams for Your Diet Insider analyzed the nutrition facts of classic flavors from eight major ice cream brands to come up with the best and worst options your money can buy.  Read more here.

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