| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Darrell Riekena |
Chief Operating Officer | Profile |
Califia Farms (pronounced “Cal-lah-fee-ya,” like California): Inspired by the bounty of California, Califia Farms’ mission is to innovate delicious plant-powered foods for mindful nourishment. The company was named a 2015 “Breakout Brand” by Beverage World, BevNet`s 2015 "Brand of the Year" and is a leader in the revolution to de-commodify the food and beverage industry by creating innovative, healthy and great-tasting premium beverages that make it easy for consumers to go ‘plant-powered’ and dairy-free, without compromise. Founded in 2010 by a farmer’s co-operative based in the San Joaquin Valley and headed by beverage visionary Greg Steltenpohl, Califia Farms is a uniquely California company. Its Bakersfield, Calif. manufacturing plant uses artisanal processes to create healthy and delicious plant-based beverages, is eco-friendly, energy efficient and repurposes more than 90 percent of its post-production byproduct. Califia Farms is one of the fastest-growing natural beverage companies in the U.S., as well as the leading brand in the natural products nut milk and coffee drinks category.
Alpha Foods (Alpha) provides unrivaled plant-based convenience through a delicious product roster that provides accessible, meatless and mouth-watering options for all types of consumers. Fueled by the power of plants and founded in 2015, Alpha is based in California and provides sustainable food choices that support animal welfare and a healthier planet. Alpha offers a wide variety of protein-packed, non-GMO, plant-based versions of classic comfort foods that deliver a delicious meatless meal perfect for an on-the-go lunch, dinner or anytime snack—without sacrificing on taste or texture.
Nexira Number one in the worldwide acacia gum market, and a leader in natural ingredients for the food, nutrition, and health industries
Manna Farms is a USDA certified organic grass-fed beef provider located in Farmdale, Ohio. They specialize in providing high-quality Piedmontese cattle that are 100% grass-fed and loaded with healthy Omega 3 fatty acids.