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Another collection of FIFA World Cup memories from football supporters from around the world as we look forward to the start of the #FIFAWorldCup2026Brazil in 1982 and the France 1998 World Cups get frequent mentions
Chad Hyams and Bob Stewart interview Mark Rampolla, founder of Zico coconut water, on the Win Make Give podcast. Mark shares insights into the company's journey from inception, through a pivotal partnership with Coca-Cola, to reacquisition. He candidly discusses the complex ownership narratives surrounding Zico and highlights the importance of self-awareness and personal development for entrepreneurs. Listeners gain insights into Rampolla's book, "An Entrepreneur's Guide to Freedom," which outlines steps for unlocking personal and professional growth. The conversation explores entrepreneurial success, mental resilience, and finding balance amidst business challenges. Get Marks book - An Entrepreneur's Guide to Freedom ---------- Connect with the hosts: • Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ • Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob • Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ • Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ More ways to connect: • Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive • Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up • Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network
Lionel Messi is a global sports icon and had a deep-pocketed strategic partner at his side. So why did his sports drink brand Más+ fail? The hosts break it down and also discuss how protein snack brand Wilde is turning heads with a new take on a cheesy cracker. Plus, Patrón's Roberto Núñez & David Rodriguez reveal how the leading tequila maker scaled globally without sacrificing its handcrafted roots. Show notes: 0:20: Face Tattoo. Shelf Talkers. Mas Authenticity. Super Salsa. Wilde Ideas. Ray's New Substack? – Ray and John congratulate — and rib — Mike about Arsenal finally winning the Premier League before highlighting opportunities for BevNET Live attendees to connect directly with retail buyers from Whole Foods, Vitamin Shoppe, Wegmans, and Walmart. The conversation then turns to the shutdown of Messi's sports drink brand, Más+, and why celebrity alone isn't enough to build a durable consumer brand, underscoring the importance of authenticity and founder involvement. That theme carries into a discussion of Ithaca Hummus founder Chris Kirby and his new venture, Guillermo's Salsa, with the hosts crediting the brand's early traction to strong execution, product quality, retail expertise, and Kirby's operational experience. The latter half of the episode shifts into rapid-fire product tastings, including Armra's new colostrum soda, which sparks a conversation about rising consumer interest in gut health ingredients and functional beverages. The hosts also heap praise on Wilde, whose protein crackers impress with their Cheez-It-like taste and texture, while spotlighting several other brands, including protein- and probiotic-infused Rogue Snacks, Summer Camp iced tea concentrates, and Holy Tshili chili crisp seasonings. 29:17: Interview: Roberto Núñez & David Rodriguez, Patrón – On location at Patrón Tequila's sprawling hacienda and distillery in Jalisco, Mexico, U.S. National Brand Ambassador Roberto Núñez and Master Distiller David Rodriguez discuss the company's emphasis on craftsmanship and tradition while highlighting the launch of Patrón 100, the brand's new distill-proof tequila. From tahona wheels and copper pot stills to the decision to scale without automation, the conversation offers a rare look inside "the Patrón way" and the philosophy that continues to shape one of tequila's most iconic brands. Brands in this episode: Patron Tequila, Cabu, Trip, Zico, Nantucket Nectars, Culture Pop, Athletic Brewing, Mas+ Messi, White Claw, Prime, Armra, Ithaca Hummus, Guillermo's Salsa, Jalapa Salsa, Svedka, Wilde, Cheez-It, Khloud, Summer Camp, ogue Snacks, Holy Tshili
Quem foram os personagens que construíram o Flamengo antes de Zico, Maracanã lotado e títulos internacionais?Em entrevista à Brabo TV, Paulo Tinoco apresenta bastidores do livro Flamengo, o Fenômeno Nacional, resultado de décadas de pesquisa sobre a história rubro-negra. O autor revela descobertas inéditas, explica como reuniu um acervo com mais de 1.650 músicas relacionadas ao clube e resgata figuras fundamentais que ajudaram a construir a identidade do Flamengo.Uma conversa imperdível para quem deseja conhecer as origens do maior fenômeno popular do futebol brasileiro.QUER FALAR E INTERAGIR CONOSCO?: CONTATO I contato@serflamengo.com.br SITE I serflamengo.com.brTWITTER I @SiteSerFlamengoINSTAGRAM I @SiteserFlamengo#Flamengo #NotíciasDoFlamengo #FlamengoAoVivo
Jaume Segalés y su equipo comentan asuntos de la actualidad y traen las mejores recomendaciones culturales. Hoy en Km0, tras repasar la actualidad informativa y deportiva, profundizamos en los siguientes asuntos: Retratos en la otra orilla de Miguel de los Santos En unos tiempos en los que los avances tecnológicos lo están cambiando todo, no viene mal echar un poco la vista atrás para recordar los fundamentos de cómo se hacen las cosas bien en esencia. En el ámbito del periodismo y la comunicación, Miguel de los Santos supone un referente absoluto para ello. Va a estar firmando el viernes en la Feria del Libro. Especialmente sus dos últimas obras, ambas publicadas por la editorial Pie de Página. Por un lado, la novela Flor de avispa y, por otro, Retratos en la otra orilla, una recopilación de entrevistas que este maestro madrileño y leyenda viva del periodismo plasmó, a lo largo de la segunda mitad del siglo XX, en la revista Antena de la Federación de Asociaciones de Radio y Televisión de España. 27 encuentros con figuras clave de la literatura, la música, la política, el arte, el deporte… que marcaron toda una época y que contribuyeron a forjar una identidad común iberoamericana. Retratos en la otra orilla reúne una notable selección de anécdotas profesionales y personales vividas en sus viajes por América para encontrarse con grandes personalidades como, entre otros: Pablo Neruda, Ernesto Cardenal, Chabuca Granda, Mario Benedetti, Marilina Ross, Augusto Roa Bastos, Zico, Andrés Segovia o Joan Manuel Serrat. Entrevistamos al periodista, escritor y presentador de radio y TV, Miguel de los Santos. Canal Familia Teatros del Canal estrena esta propuesta de conciliación cultural, un espacio para que los adultos que vengan al teatro puedan acudir con sus hijos menores, de 6 a 12 años, ya que los niños podrán disfrutar de una actividad lúdica mientras sus madres y padres (u otros familiares) estén viendo un espectáculo. No se trata de una guardería, es mucho más. Los días 12, 13 y 14 de junio se ofrecerá el taller infantil Escenarios (im)posibles, en paralelo a las funciones y con inscripción a través de la web. Organizado por La Grieta Teatro Social, en esta actividad los jóvenes participantes podrán crear maquetas escenográficas y marionetas de papel. Usando la técnica del collage, con materiales como cartón, papel, telas y otros elementos reciclados, cada escenografía se completará con la creación de figuras planas a través del dibujo, la fotografía y el diseño de vestuario. Estas figuras pueden ser utilizadas como marionetas, permitiendo crear historias y explorar relatos en los espacios construidos.
LYSSNA PÅ HELA AVSNITTET HR: Snetinatbakat.se Vi har kollat på VM-krönikan 1982. Det blir SIB-gult piss, stoppade oljeleveranser till Europa och Oldsberg i Oviedo. Zico!
Mark Rampolla built ZICO Coconut Water over nine years and sold it to Coca-Cola for over $200M. Then seven years later, bought it back. Now he's rebuilding it bigger than ever, going for $1B+, and documenting the entire process. Mark also leads GroundForce Capital, a $600M firm investing in companies like Liquid Death, Bobbie, and Humm Kombucha. And he's using this rebuilt operating system—FreedomOS—to take ZICO past where it was when he sold it the first time. Not with more grind. With more clarity, more ease, and more fun. Mark joins Justin to discuss beverage, entrepreneurship and more.
O documentário do Zico chegou quebrando recordes no cinema brasileiro.Com a maior estreia da história entre documentários, o filme mostra a força do Flamengo e do maior ídolo da sua história também fora dos gramados.Neste vídeo, analisamos os números, os bastidores da produção e o que esse sucesso revela sobre o mercado audiovisual esportivo.QUER FALAR E INTERAGIR CONOSCO?: CONTATO I contato@serflamengo.com.br SITE I serflamengo.com.brTWITTER I @SiteSerFlamengoINSTAGRAM I @SiteserFlamengo#Flamengo #NotíciasDoFlamengo #Zico
What actually happens before a frontier AI model gets released — and who decides whether it is safe enough? In this episode of The MAD Podcast, Matt Turck sits down with Zico Kolter — OpenAI board member, Head of the Machine Learning Department at Carnegie Mellon, and co-founder of Gray Swan — for a deep conversation on the real risks of frontier AI. They discuss how OpenAI's safety oversight works before major model releases, why more powerful models do not automatically become safer, how jailbreaks and prompt injection expose real weaknesses in AI systems, why AI agents dramatically expand the attack surface, and where frontier AI is headed next. A clear, practical discussion on OpenAI, AI safety, AI security, AI agents, frontier models, red teaming, reinforcement learning, and the future of AI governance.(00:00) Intro(01:32) OpenAI board role and Safety & Security Committee(03:53) How OpenAI reviews major model releases(05:33) OpenAI's preparedness framework explained(09:46) Are frontier AI models getting safer?(12:33) Why AI safety does not come from scale(15:23) The four categories of AI risk(19:38) Doomerism vs accelerationism in AI(24:11) The six-month AI pause debate(26:20) AI safety as a global effort(28:04) How Zico Kolter got into machine learning(31:05) OpenAI in the early days(34:14) Why Carnegie Mellon became an AI powerhouse(38:43) What Gray Swan does in AI security(40:44) AI safety vs AI security(43:15) The GCG jailbreak paper(49:19) How AI labs responded to jailbreak research(50:19) State-of-the-art AI defenses(52:32) State-of-the-art AI attacks(54:22) Why AI agents expand the attack surface(58:39) Are AI agents ready for production?(59:40) Mechanistic interpretability explained(1:02:31) Will AI be safer in two years?(1:03:46) Reinforcement learning and self-improving models(1:08:09) Do post-transformer architectures matter?(1:09:29) Best research directions in AI now(1:11:00) Zico Kolter's Intro to Modern AI course(1:14:53) Why modern AI is simpler than people think
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No episódio dessa semana, a tradicional Batalha saiu do controle e virou uma verdadeira rinha de galos. A gente reuniu um elenco completamente de galos, frangos e aves suspeitas pra decidir quem seria o mais brabo do galinheiro. Entraram no ringue nomes como João Frango, Ernie de Família da Pesada, Keiji de Rooster Fighter, Frangolino, Magician's Red stand do Avdol, Lek Trek da Sadia, Galo da Madrugada, Zico o galinho de Quintino, Atlético Mineiro, o Galinho Chicken Little, Rocky Rhoades da Fuga das Galinhas, o Frango de A Vaca e o Frango, Galo José(Tiririca), Galo Carijó da Galinha Pintadinha, Cucco de Zelda e até o Galo Frito.O episódio virou uma mistura de zoeira, argumentos completamente sem sentido e debates sérios demais sobre personagens que jamais deveriam estar na mesma conversa. É caos, nostalgia e muita risada do começo ao fim, daquele jeito que só uma boa batalha consegue entregar com participação de Subzero, Lucas Emmanuel, Colonelluizh e o convidado Davi Vingard!Nossos Links:Curta premiado do ShuraInstagram do Luiz Canal do Figurante Canal de cinema do Shura Podcast de musica do RitalinoAPOIE O PODCAST:Apoia-se Como integrar o APOIA-SE ao Spotify
No podcast ‘Notícia No Seu Tempo’, confira em áudio as principais notícias da edição impressa do jornal ‘O Estado de S.Paulo’ desta quinta-feira (30/04/2026): O Senado rejeitou a indicação de Jorge Messias para o Supremo Tribunal Federal, em derrota histórica para o governo de Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Messias recebeu 34 votos favoráveis e 42 contrários, abaixo dos 41 necessários para aprovação. A decisão marca a primeira rejeição de um indicado ao STF pelo Senado em mais de 130 anos. A sabatina havia sido aprovada antes na CCJ, mas o plenário barrou o nome em votação secreta. A derrota expôs dificuldades de articulação política do governo com o Senado. A oposição comemorou o resultado, enquanto aliados classificaram a votação como duro revés político. Economia: Copom corta Selic para 14,5% e sinaliza cautela diante de guerra e inflação alta Internacional: Suprema Corte dos EUA reduz chances de eleição de negros e latinos Política: Tarcísio lidera contra Haddad; no Senado, França e Tebet têm vantagem Metrópole: 1ª mulher a assumir a PM de SP promete combate à violência doméstica Cultura: ‘Zico, o Samurai de Quintino’ estreia hoje e celebra o craqueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mark Rampolla is the Co-founder and Managing Partner of GroundForce Capital, a private equity firm that invests in and supports purpose-driven consumer brands focused on health, wellness, and sustainability. He is a visionary entrepreneur and investor who works closely with founders to scale impactful businesses and build enduring companies. Mark is also the Founder and former CEO of ZICO Coconut Water, having pioneered the global coconut water category and led the company through its acquisition by The Coca-Cola Company. He later reacquired ZICO and continues to play a leadership role in shaping its growth and strategy. In this episode… Why do so many promising brands fail while a select few break through and dominate their category? Is it luck, timing, or something far more intentional behind the scenes? What separates fleeting trends from enduring, billion-dollar brands? Mark Rampolla, a seasoned entrepreneur and investor behind multiple high-growth consumer brands, explains that success comes down to disciplined focus and starting with a deeply defined niche. He emphasizes that most companies spread themselves too thin too early, while winning brands double down on what works and build loyal followings before expanding. This approach strengthens product-market fit and creates momentum that fuels scalable growth. He also underscores the importance of self-awareness and adaptability in founders, noting that understanding one's strengths and limitations is critical to long-term success. In this episode of the Inspired Insider Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz sits down with Mark Rampolla, Co-founder and Managing Partner of GroundForce Capital, to discuss why most brands fail and how to build one that wins. They explore the power of niche market entry, the importance of product discipline, and how to identify winning consumer brands. Mark also shares advice on redefining success beyond financial outcomes.
O novo documentário de Zico chega aos cinemas trazendo imagens inéditas, arquivos restaurados do Canal 100 e uma abordagem diferente sobre o maior ídolo do Flamengo.A produção vai além dos gols e mergulha na história pessoal, na família, nos bastidores e até em momentos pouco explorados da carreira do craque.Com estreia marcada para 30 de abril, o filme promete ser a obra mais completa já feita sobre Zico.QUER FALAR E INTERAGIR CONOSCO?: CONTATO I contato@serflamengo.com.br SITE I serflamengo.com.brTWITTER I @SiteSerFlamengoINSTAGRAM I @SiteserFlamengo#Flamengo #NotíciasDoFlamengo #Zico
Ex-jogador é também o primeiro Campeão Brasileiro do “Futebol pelos ODS”; Zico recebeu título na sala da Assembleia Geral colocando os Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável no centro da agenda desportiva.
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Zico, Hateley, Balbo, Roberto Baggio, George Weah, Oliver Bierhoff. Quanti nomi leggendari hanno contraddistinto la storia dei precedenti tra Milan e Udinese. Nell'avvicinamento al nuovo appuntamento tra le due squadre, valido per la 32ª giornata di Serie A, andiamo a rivivere aneddoti e ricordi legati agli incroci passati tra rossoneri e bianconeri friulani.
A distribuidora do documentário “Zico: Samurai de Quintino” revelou um detalhe impressionante: as imagens foram recuperadas a partir da digitalização de películas do Canal 100 e incluem material inédito.Isso muda completamente a forma como vamos ver momentos históricos como a Libertadores e o Mundial de 1981.No vídeo, você confere os detalhes dessa revelação, a qualidade das imagens e por que esse documentário pode marcar época.QUER FALAR E INTERAGIR CONOSCO?: CONTATO I contato@serflamengo.com.br SITE I serflamengo.com.brTWITTER I @SiteSerFlamengoINSTAGRAM I @SiteserFlamengo#Flamengo #NotíciasDoFlamengo #Zico
A ESPN confirmou a chegada de Zico como novo comentarista para a cobertura da Copa do Mundo. Ídolo do Flamengo e um dos maiores nomes da história do futebol brasileiro, o ex-jogador fará análises especialmente nos jogos da seleção brasileira.Com passagens por quatro Copas do Mundo, além de experiência como treinador e integrante de comissão técnica, Zico chega para reforçar o time da emissora e agregar uma visão técnica e histórica ao debate.No vídeo, você confere todos os detalhes da participação do Galinho na cobertura, o papel dele na programação e o impacto dessa contratação.QUER FALAR E INTERAGIR CONOSCO?: CONTATO I contato@serflamengo.com.br SITE I serflamengo.com.brTWITTER I @SiteSerFlamengoINSTAGRAM I @SiteserFlamengo#Flamengo #NotíciasDoFlamengo #Zico
For Zico Albaiquni, a blank canvas never really existed, as each painting was a heap of memory, history, and unfinished conversations. - Bagi Zico Albaiquni, kanvas yang kosong tidak pernah benar-benar ada, karena setiap lukisan adalah tumpukan memori, sejarah, dan percakapan yang belum selesai.
Pack Daddy breaks down five Pro Day workouts in one loaded Draft Room session, covering Texas A&M, Nebraska, TCU, Houston, and Mississippi State. With 32 NFL teams scouting these schools, the talent is deeper than the rankings suggest — and a few names are quietly forcing their way onto Day Three boards right now. Texas A&M leads the group with 13 draftable prospects, headlined by WR Casey Concepcion and a deep distribution of Day 2–3 value. Keep an eye on RB Levy'on Moss as a potential steal if his durability concerns fade — teams are already buying dinner. Nebraska's Emmett Johnson cemented himself as a legitimate fourth-round back with strong Pro Day times, while safety Deshaun Singleton's 39.5" vert and length profile are drawing serious Bengals, Saints, and Titans interest. TCU's linebacker duo of Nnamdi Obiaze and Caleb Bor stole the show in a rare night session, with Bor posting a 4:47/40 and 40-inch vert that had Colts, Broncos, and Cowboys LB coaches buzzing. Mississippi State's ZICO — international tight end Sidhu Triore — ran a 4:57/40 at 244 lbs after packing on 11 pounds since the Shrine Bowl. The Chargers had their tight ends coach courtside. That's not an accident. Don't sleep on this class — the value is everywhere if you know where to look. Call in with your thoughts at 608-561-3243. #GreenBayPackers #NFLDraft2026 #DraftRoom #ProDay #PackernetPodcast #PackNation #NFLDraftGrades #TexasAM #Nebraska #TCU #Houston #MississippiState #NFLScout This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Website: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ My Board: https://nfldraftgrades.com/board/83a18c42-7a0b-4590-8d1b-453e49840d02
Pack Daddy breaks down five Pro Day workouts in one loaded Draft Room session, covering Texas A&M, Nebraska, TCU, Houston, and Mississippi State. With 32 NFL teams scouting these schools, the talent is deeper than the rankings suggest — and a few names are quietly forcing their way onto Day Three boards right now. Texas A&M leads the group with 13 draftable prospects, headlined by WR Casey Concepcion and a deep distribution of Day 2–3 value. Keep an eye on RB Levy'on Moss as a potential steal if his durability concerns fade — teams are already buying dinner. Nebraska's Emmett Johnson cemented himself as a legitimate fourth-round back with strong Pro Day times, while safety Deshaun Singleton's 39.5" vert and length profile are drawing serious Bengals, Saints, and Titans interest. TCU's linebacker duo of Nnamdi Obiaze and Caleb Bor stole the show in a rare night session, with Bor posting a 4:47/40 and 40-inch vert that had Colts, Broncos, and Cowboys LB coaches buzzing. Mississippi State's ZICO — international tight end Sidhu Triore — ran a 4:57/40 at 244 lbs after packing on 11 pounds since the Shrine Bowl. The Chargers had their tight ends coach courtside. That's not an accident. Don't sleep on this class — the value is everywhere if you know where to look. Call in with your thoughts at 608-561-3243. #GreenBayPackers #NFLDraft2026 #DraftRoom #ProDay #PackernetPodcast #PackNation #NFLDraftGrades #TexasAM #Nebraska #TCU #Houston #MississippiState #NFLScout This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Website: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ My Board: https://nfldraftgrades.com/board/83a18c42-7a0b-4590-8d1b-453e49840d02
Deals aren't slowing – they're stacking up. What explains five strategic acquisitions in under two weeks? The hosts break down the latest wave of CPG deals, including HOP WTR's sale to Constellation Brands and So Good So You's acquisition by a private investment group – just two of several recent moves. They explore what's fueling continued buyer activity and why non-alcoholic, functional, and better-for-you beverage brands remain especially attractive targets. Show notes: 0:20: Meet NYC. Good Hops, Good Investment. Pints Park. Frozen Dollars. Yoo Hoo! Yaza! – The hosts preview Taste Radio's upcoming NYC Meetup on April 16 and remind listeners that only registered attendees can join. They also unpack recent acquisitions of hop-infused beverage brand HOP WTR and wellness shot and energy drink company So Good So You, adding to a growing wave of CPG deals. The conversation explores rising demand for non-alcoholic, low-sugar, and functional beverages, along with the execution, focus, and timing required to build a successful brand. They also highlight Protein Pints' entry into a sports stadium as a case study in building awareness – from concessions to grocery shelves – and wrap with their product picks of the week, featuring indulgent coconut water, granola, globally inspired dips, and non-alcoholic cocktails. Brands in this episode: Huel, Monaco Cocktails, Dirty Shirley, HOP WTR, So Good So You, Hoplark, Spindrift, Athletic Brewing, Lucky Saint, Vive Organic, Kor, Suja, Sol-ti, Protein Pints, Hey!Hunger, Mason Dixie Foods, Zico, 100 Coconuts, Harmless Harvest, Yoo-Hoo, Harney & Sons, Good Mood, Culture Pop, Yaza, Cedar's, Spritz Society, Stellar Granola, Medase
From the scintillating play of Brazil in 1982, Cameroon's Indomitable Lions at Italia '90 through to the vuvuzelas at the South Africa 2010 edition, Akin Dawodu, Rilwan Balogun, Okey Aguro and China Acheru join me in this edition to talk through their memories of the FIFA World Cup down the years. Nobody remembers losers, right? Nobody who saw them has forgotten "the talented men in yellow and blue from South America" that were the Brazil 1982 World Cup side.
O maior ídolo do Flamengo, Zico, participou de uma sessão privada ao lado da família para assistir pela primeira vez ao documentário “Zico – O Samurai de Quintino”. O filme estreia nos cinemas e promete emocionar torcedores ao revisitar a trajetória completa do Galinho, com imagens raras e histórias de superação.Veja como foi a reação do craque e o que esperar dessa produção que celebra uma das maiores lendas do futebol brasileiro.QUER FALAR E INTERAGIR CONOSCO?: CONTATO I contato@serflamengo.com.br SITE I serflamengo.com.brTWITTER I @BlogSerFlamengoINSTAGRAM I @BlogSerFlamengo#Flamengo #NotíciasDoFlamengo #Zico
O Flamengo deu mais um passo histórico ao protocolar no IPHAN o pedido para reconhecer a Nação Rubro-Negra como Patrimônio Cultural Imaterial do Brasil. Entenda o projeto, a mobilização dos torcedores, o papel de Zico e os planos do clube para buscar reconhecimento internacional na ONU.A campanha já reúne centenas de milhares de assinaturas e promete gerar debate sobre futebol, cultura e identidade coletiva no país.QUER FALAR E INTERAGIR CONOSCO?: CONTATO I contato@serflamengo.com.br SITE I serflamengo.com.brTWITTER I @BlogSerFlamengoINSTAGRAM I @BlogSerFlamengo#Flamengo #NotíciasDoFlamengo #ONU
Eine echte Essener Trainer-Ikone zu Gast an unseren Mikros. Wolfgang nimmt uns mit auf seine interessanten Stationen aus seiner aktiven Zeit. Noch interessanter sind aber die diversen Trainer-Stationen des 63-jährigen Linienchefs. Seid gespannt, wie sehr "Zico" auch für seine aktuelle Station beim NK Croatia Essen brennt.Viel Spaß beim Hören.
Julian Tcherassi is the founder of Magiktea, the first USDA Organic & Wildlife Friendly certified palo azul tea brand in the world. Under his leadership, Magiktea has grown from a small independent startup into a nationally recognized wellness brand, now available in over 1,000 health food stores nationwide. Passionate about natural remedies and sustainability, Julian started Magiktea with the mission to share sustainably sourced palo azul so that everyone can enjoy Mother Nature's most magical tea. In This Conversation We Discuss: [00:00] Intro [02:06] Spotting an opportunity from personal experience [02:56] Starting a business through personal readings [05:06] Prioritizing retail over DTC for early traction [06:53] Offering consignment as visibility strategy [10:31] Callouts [10:41] Embracing rejection as early sales training [14:43] Sponsor: Klaviyo [16:49] Learning advertisement tactics from founders [18:41] Optimizing website to support conversions [26:46] Sponsor: Intelligems [25:46] Improving listings to outshine competitors [29:26] Leveraging Amazon for exposure and sales [33:25] Sponsor: Electric Eye [34:31] Analyzing your brand for the winning message Resources: Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on Youtube Fluorescent alkaline palo azul tea magiktea.com/ Follow Julian Tcherassi linkedin.com/in/julian-serrano-tcherassi-97a891156/ Get your free demo klaviyo.com/honest Book a demo today at intelligems.io/ Schedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connect If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!
If your brand feels too small to matter, this blueprint shows why that might be your unfair advantage.In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Mark Rampolla, Co-Founder and Co-Managing Partner at GroundForce Capital, who unpacks how a niche idea became a global category. Mark shares the strategy that took ZICO from yoga studios in NYC to nationwide shelves, the discipline behind constant pitching and fundraising, and why exits aren't the finish line. He also discusses his new book on putting freedom first, and his work at Ground Force Capital (backer of brands like Liquid Death and Beyond Meat), helping founders scale both their companies and their lives.Key Takeaways:→ Why “inch-wide, mile-deep” focus beats broad launches for breakthrough CPG growth.→ How pairing a product with a specific usage occasion (post-hot yoga) created early traction.→ The surprising first hurdle: taste—and how “preach to the choir” accelerates momentum.→ Fundraising reality: why you either get profitable fast or get great at raising—continuously.→ The nine-year “overnight success” mindset and the decade-long horizon most wins require.Mark Rampolla is Co-Founder and Co-Managing Partner at GroundForce Capital (GFC), where he works closely with founders and teams to build impactful businesses. He has represented GFC on the boards of leading companies, including Vive Organic, OWYN, Liquid Death, Kinder Farms, Flying Embers, and ZICO Rising. Prior to GFC, Mark founded and served as CEO of ZICO Beverages, pioneering the coconut water category and growing the brand into a global leader before its acquisition by The Coca-Cola Company in 2013. Earlier in his career, he held senior management roles at International Paper, overseeing joint ventures across Latin America and the Caribbean. A Peace Corps alum, Mark has advised more than 100 CEOs, raised over $1B, and invested in 40+ social-impact startups. He is the author of High-Hanging Fruit and holds degrees from Marquette University and Duke University.Connect With Mark:Website: https://www.markrampolla.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markrampolla/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marksrampolla/
He sold his company to Coca-Cola for over $200 million — then did something almost no founder ever does. He bought it back. In this episode, Mark Rampolla, founder of ZICO Coconut Water, shares the real story behind creating an entirely new beverage category, selling to one of the biggest corporations in the world, and realizing that financial success doesn't automatically equal freedom. From his early days in the Peace Corps to building a global brand, investing in companies like Beyond Meat, and redefining what success actually means, this conversation goes far deeper than business tactics. Mark opens up about: • Why exits don't always bring freedom • The emotional trap entrepreneurs fall into after success • Building businesses with purpose, not just profit • What he learned buying his own company back • Why questioning your own beliefs may be the real key to success If you're an entrepreneur chasing growth, exits, or impact — this episode will challenge how you define success.
For years, Mark Rampolla believed the same thing most driven entrepreneurs believe. Work harder. Scale bigger. Make more money. Then freedom will come. He followed that formula perfectly. Mark founded ZICO Coconut Water, scaled it over nine years, and sold the company to Coca-Cola for over two hundred million dollars. From the outside, it looked like the ultimate win. But instead of feeling free, Mark felt more trapped than ever. Overcommitted. Stressed. Disconnected from his health, his relationships, and the life he thought success was supposed to buy him. That moment forced a realization that reshaped everything. Freedom is not the reward at the end of the journey. It is the foundation that makes real success possible. In this conversation, Mark breaks down how chasing future freedom keeps entrepreneurs stuck in perpetual pressure and why so many high performers feel empty even after “winning.” He shares how redefining freedom changed the way he builds companies, leads teams, invests capital, and lives day to day. You will hear how presence, clarity, and alignment are not soft ideas but practical advantages that lead to better decisions, stronger businesses, and more sustainable growth. Today, as Co Founder and Managing Partner of GroundForce Capital, Mark helps founders scale without burning themselves out and build companies that support their lives instead of consuming them. This episode is a powerful reset for anyone who feels like success keeps moving the finish line. If you are building something big and don't want to lose yourself in the process, this conversation will change how you think about ambition, freedom, and what winning actually looks like. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES
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Have you ever chased success, only to realize it didn't give you the freedom or fulfillment you hoped for? In this transformative episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with Mark Rampolla - founder of ZICO Coconut Water, co-founder of Groundforce Capital, and author of The Entrepreneur's Guide to Freedom: 7 Steps to Living Beyond Limits. Mark shares a refreshingly honest look at building ZICO from his garage into a global brand which he sold to Coca-Cola for $200 million (before buying it back a few years later) - and the unexpected discovery that financial success alone doesn't guarantee meaning or joy. Together, Nicole and Mark dive into why entrepreneurs become trapped in the pursuit of more, how the success industry subtly shapes our definitions of achievement, and the practical steps to experiencing internal freedom and fulfillment—right now. If you've ever wondered why your wins still feel incomplete, this conversation offers a roadmap for shifting your mindset, avoiding burnout, and leading from a place of clarity and purpose. You'll also hear what investors truly look for in founders and why personal transformation is the hidden engine behind sustainable business growth, even in seasons of loss. What We Discuss in This Episode What does real success look like, and how does your definition evolve as you grow? Why do entrepreneurs remain stuck in the cycle of chasing more, and how does the success industry reinforce it? How can you prevent burnout and create genuine satisfaction while building your business? What are Mark's seven steps to entrepreneurial freedom and fulfillment? How does self-awareness open the door for personal and team transformation? Which inner habits and tools help you navigate challenges and create lasting freedom? What do top investors like Mark value in founders beyond revenue and metrics? How did losing his home in the Palisades wildfire reshape his perspective on what truly matters? Why is self-reflection essential for both business success and personal joy? How can you begin practicing fulfillment, peace, and purpose in your business today? Timestamps & Highlights 00:00 - Why Success Doesn't Equal Fulfillment 04:50 - Be Honest with Yourself 08:12 - How the Success Industry Creates Burnout 09:58 - Success Through Fulfillment and Presence 15:39 - Personal Growth Strategies for Entrepreneurs 17:44 - Shared Freedom and Self-Reflection 20:28 - Escaping the More Mindset 23:32 - Creating Challenges After Retirement 26:18 - Choosing Passion and Purpose 30:59 - Investor Insights: What Founders Must Know 32:54 - How to Lead with Purpose & Clarity 36:25 - Life Lessons from Losing Everything in a Fire 39:50 – Finding Freedom Within 10 Key Takeaways for Finding Freedom & Fulfillment Beyond Money 1. External success doesn't equal inner fulfillment. Financial wins feel good—but they rarely create the deep satisfaction we're truly seeking. 2. The success industry profits from your sense of not enough. Entrepreneurs are constantly sold the belief that the next achievement will finally make them happy. 3. Personal growth is the real engine of business growth. Your company can only expand to the level of your own self-awareness and development. 4. Fulfillment is available in the present moment. Freedom isn't something you achieve later - it's something you cultivate now. 5. Self-awareness creates genuine confidence. Seeing your strengths clearly - and owning your blind spots - accelerates your leadership. 6. Your limiting beliefs are not reality. Challenging your assumptions opens the door to new possibilities and breakthroughs. 7. Burnout undermines your whole ecosystem. Your team and your company feel the impact when you're depleted - renewal is non-negotiable. 8. Coachability and humility matter more than ego. Investors and partners look for leaders who are curious, adaptable, and willing to grow. 9. Loss can become a doorway to freedom. Releasing attachments to things reveals deeper sources of peace and inner security. 10. Lasting success is built on inner transformation. When you evolve on the inside, your relationships, leadership, and business naturally elevate. Favorite Quotes Your business can't grow if you don't. If I can build safety and security within me, without the house—that is liberating and powerful. What annoys us in another is a reflection of what's going on in us. Join Nicole Jansen for this powerful, eye-opening conversation with Mark Rampolla. Discover how to cultivate genuine freedom, fulfillment, and purpose - starting today - from the inside out. Episode Resources: https://leadersoftransformation.com/podcast/business/548-freedom-over-fortune-life-lessons-from-zico-founder-mark-rampolla Check out our complete library of episodes and other leadership resources here: https://leadersoftransformation.com ________
For most entrepreneurs, the exit is the goal, as well as the end of at least that part of their story. But what if the end is actually a new beginning?Agility requires a deep understanding of your brand's core purpose and the conviction to protect it. This often means having the courage to reverse a decision that was once seen as the ultimate success.Today, we're going to talk about brand integrity, the founder's paradox of building a company to sell, and what happens when you get a second chance to reclaim the brand you created. We'll explore the delicate balance between corporate scale and entrepreneurial soul, and how a brand's purpose can be its most resilient asset.To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Mark Rampolla, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Groundforce Capital. About Mark Rampolla Mark Rampolla is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of ZICO Coconut Water, a brand that helped create the now $8 billion global coconut water category. After growing ZICO into one of the fastest-growing beverages worldwide, Mark sold the company to Coca Cola in 2013. He then transitioned into investing, co-founding PowerPlant Partners, where he played a key role in the plant-based food movement, including the success of Beyond Meat.In 2020, Mark made a bold move by repurchasing ZICO from Coca Cola with a group of investors, including Jesse Itzler and tennis star Naomi Osaka. Now, through GroundForce Capital, Mark manages $500 million in assets, focusing on health, wellness, and sustainability investments. His journey reflects a deep commitment to innovation and positive change in the consumer goods industry. Mark Rampolla on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marksrampolla/ Resources Founder Groundforce Capital: https://www.markrampolla.co/ The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Palm Springs, Feb 23-26 in Palm Springs, CA. Go here for more details: https://etailwest.wbresearch.com/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.showCheck out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
For most entrepreneurs, the exit is the goal, as well as the end of at least that part of their story. But what if the end is actually a new beginning? Agility requires a deep understanding of your brand's core purpose and the conviction to protect it. This often means having the courage to reverse a decision that was once seen as the ultimate success. Today, we're going to talk about brand integrity, the founder's paradox of building a company to sell, and what happens when you get a second chance to reclaim the brand you created. We'll explore the delicate balance between corporate scale and entrepreneurial soul, and how a brand's purpose can be its most resilient asset. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Mark Rampolla, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Groundforce Capital. About Mark Rampolla Mark Rampolla is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of ZICO Coconut Water, a brand that helped create the now $8 billion global coconut water category. After growing ZICO into one of the fastest-growing beverages worldwide, Mark sold the company to Coca Cola in 2013. He then transitioned into investing, co-founding PowerPlant Partners, where he played a key role in the plant-based food movement, including the success of Beyond Meat. In 2020, Mark made a bold move by repurchasing ZICO from Coca Cola with a group of investors, including Jesse Itzler and tennis star Naomi Osaka. Now, through GroundForce Capital, Mark manages $500 million in assets, focusing on health, wellness, and sustainability investments. His journey reflects a deep commitment to innovation and positive change in the consumer goods industry. Mark Rampolla on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marksrampolla/ Resources Founder Groundforce Capital: https://www.markrampolla.co/ The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Palm Springs, Feb 23-26 in Palm Springs, CA. Go here for more details: https://etailwest.wbresearch.com/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.showCheck out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company
In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, host Mike Litton sits down with Mark Rampolla — founder of ZICO Coconut Water, author of The Entrepreneur's Guide to Freedom, and Co-Founder/Managing Partner at GroundForce Capital. Mark's story is one of courage, reinvention, and purpose. From his early days in the Peace Corps in Costa […]
DESTINATION 2026: Houston's Countdown to the Cup! Brought to you by: Houston Methodist, Coca Cola Southwest, NRG, Quanta, Visit Sugarland , Aramco. Flashback to the 1982 World Cup in Spain. All the names Rossi, Tardelli, Brazil Socrates, Zico, Rumenigge, and all that went with it! Can the youth of England Football "bring it home" under Tuchel? We discuss with former Newcastle United player Warren Barton World Cup stadium deep dive, and a trip back to Azteca Stadium in Mexico and it's remarkable history!
When most people dream about launching a consumer product, they imagine seeing it on store shelves—but few realize what it actually takes to get there. The (painful) truth is, success in CPG isn't about having a great idea. It's about surviving the numbers. Most founders underestimate how much money, time, and data it really takes to earn that spot in a category. And in this business, “bootstrapping” isn't scrappy—it's risky. I've been there. Every year, 90% of new food and beverage products fail. Not because the products aren't good, but because they are under-resourced and lacking funding, velocity, or category dynamics. They try to scale too fast, too wide, or without enough proof. They don't know what it really takes to get into a retailer, or which retailers are worth going after first. And unlike tech, it's much harder to get an early-stage consumer brand funded. Investors want traction, not potential. They want to see that your product moves off shelves, earns repeat customers, and grows a category. So what do you need to know before you raise? What actually makes investors want to bet on your brand? In this episode, I'm joined by Debbie Wildrick, a food and beverage veteran who's spent 30 years leading brands like Tropicana and 7-Eleven. She helps entrepreneurs start small, test smart, and learn fast. We dig into why traction beats hype, how to prove velocity before pitching investors, and why data and storytelling go hand in hand when you're building a brand that lasts. Topics Covered; Why 90% of new food and beverage products fail (and how to be in the 10%) How to test and prove traction before raising seed money The dangers of scaling too fast across multiple retailers What “velocity” really means and why investors care more about it than shelf space How much capital early-stage CPG brands truly need ($200K–$500K pre-revenue) Friends, family, and angel rounds: how to network your way to your first investors Why the path to profitability usually takes four years How to use your “backyard” as the smartest first market test The 10 Pillars of a Successful Company Lessons from brands like Zico, Bai, and other billion-dollar exits Guest Bio Debbie Wildrick is an Executive Leader, Industry Speaker, and Sales and Distribution Expert. Widely touted as the Queen of Beverages, Debbie has been in the food and beverage industry for over 30 years. She is extremely influential, highly experienced, and a titan of the industry. Having been with 7-Eleven and responsible for making decisions that will place powerful industry-dominating brands on store shelves and move into consumers' mouths repeatedly, building store sales and profitability is invaluable. To work with Debbie, visit https://www.debbiewildrick.com/. About Your Host Jayla Siciliano, Shark Tank entrepreneur turned real estate investor, excels in building brands, teams, and products. CEO of a bi-coastal luxury short-term rental company, she also hosts the Seed Money Podcast, where she's on a mission to help early-stage entrepreneurs turn their ideas into reality! Connect: Website: https://seedmoneypodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaylasiciliano/ Subscribe and watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@seedmoneypodcast/ Please rate, follow, and review the podcast on https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seed-money/id1740815877 and https://open.spotify.com/show/0VkQECosb1spTFsUhu6uFY?si=5417351fb73a4ea1/! Hearing your comments and questions helps me come up with the best topics for the show! The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice.
John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy are in Rio de Janeiro to speak to one of Brazilian football's favourite sons: Zico. Affectionately known as the ‘White Pele', the former No10 is arguably the greatest player never to win the World Cup whilst for his beloved Flamengo, he has attained God-like status. In this interview, filmed at the Bakana Bar, a stone's throw from the iconic Maracana, Zico explains why Pele is, and always will be, the GOAT. He has his say on the great Messi-Ronaldo debate, likens Estêvão to another boy wonder and gives his verdict on the greatest player out of Africa. CLUE: he's Nigerian!
On today's episode of The Kara Goldin Show, we welcome Mark Rampolla, Founder of ZICO Coconut Water and author of An Entrepreneur's Guide to Freedom. Mark introduced coconut water to the U.S. market, scaled ZICO into a global brand, and sold it to Coca-Cola for over $200 million. Years later, he bought ZICO back — and today, he's leading it into its next chapter while also helping entrepreneurs rethink success and freedom.Mark shares the inside story of building and selling ZICO, why he decided to buy it back, and what feels different about running it now. He also dives into the core themes of his new book, An Entrepreneur's Guide to Freedom — from why so many entrepreneurs aren't truly free, to how success actually starts with freedom, to the daily practices and inner work that help founders reclaim their lives while building great companies. Packed with powerful insights and actionable takeaways, this episode is a must-listen for founders, leaders, and anyone chasing a vision of success that also leaves room for freedom.Don't miss it! Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @KaraGoldin on all networks. To learn more about Mark Rampolla, ZICO, and An Entrepreneur's Guide to Freedom:https://www.entrepreneursguidetofreedom.comhttps://www.zico.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/markrampollahttps://www.instagram.com/themarkrampolla/https://x.com/TheMarkRampollahttps://www.instagram.com/zicococonut/https://www.facebook.com/ZicoCoconutWater/https://twitter.com/ZicoCoconut Sponsored By:RULA - Go to Rula.com/KARAGOLDIN for convenient therapy that's covered by insurance.Sommsation - Discover wine the way it was meant to be enjoyed at Sommsation.com/TheKaraGoldinShow to shop now.Function Health - My first 1,000 listeners get a $100 credit toward their membership. Go to FunctionHealth.com/KARA or use code KARA100 at sign-up.LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free. Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/752
Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth? With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you'll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business. You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit -- In this episode of The Exit, Mark Rampolla, founder of ZICO Coconut Water and co-founder of GroundForce Capital, unpacks one of the most fascinating comeback stories in consumer brand history. Mark shares how he went from being a Peace Corps volunteer in Central America to launching ZICO, scaling it into a household name, and ultimately selling to Coca-Cola. He breaks down what it was like to negotiate with one of the world's biggest corporations, why timing and category positioning were everything, and how he structured a deal that protected both his vision and the company's future. Then came the twist. When Coca-Cola offloaded over 200 brands during COVID, Mark bought ZICO back, reigniting the very company he had built from scratch. Now, with GroundForce Capital, he's helping the next generation of founders build sustainable, purpose-driven businesses ready for exit. This is a must-listen episode for entrepreneurs looking to understand what makes a brand acquisition-worthy, how to negotiate from a position of strength, and how to know when it's time to sell (or buy back). -- Mark Rampolla is a visionary entrepreneur, investor, and author dedicated to empowering mission-driven leaders and building businesses with purpose. As co-founder and co-managing partner of GroundForce Capital, he helps bold founders scale companies that create lasting impact. He previously founded ZICO Coconut Water, pioneering the multibillion-dollar coconut water category and selling the brand to Coca-Cola before famously buying it back. Over his career, Mark has invested in more than 100 companies, served on over 20 boards, raised over $1 billion in capital, and generated over $5 billion in enterprise value. A former Peace Corps volunteer and corporate executive, he is the author of High-Hanging Fruit as well as the soon to be released An Entrepreneur's Guide to Freedom, and continues to inspire entrepreneurs to break free from constraints and lead with true freedom. Websites - https://www.groundforcecapital.com/ - https://www.markrampolla.co/ Pre-order his book - https://a.co/d/3c5nOSD -- The Exit—Presented By Flippa: A 30-minute podcast featuring expert entrepreneurs who have been there and done it. The Exit talks to operators who have bought and sold a business. You'll learn how they did it, why they did it, and get exposure to the world of exits, a world occupied by a small few, but accessible to many. To listen to the podcast or get daily listing updates, click on flippa.com/the-exit-podcast/
What if your next move isn't another location—it's owning a moment in your guest's life?Mark Rampolla built ZICO into a category and now backs founders with a $600M fund; his playbook is built for operators under pressure. We talk about the five-year reality of product-market fit, why velocity per store beats “more units,” and how owning a specific occasion (post-workout, post-shift, post-party) unlocks scale.Mark breaks down risk discipline—grow deep before wide—and what acquirers actually buy: a future customer and a missing occasion, not just a product.If you're tempted to expand because it feels like progress, this episode shows a sharper path: focus, proof, and traction that travels.To learn more, visit groundforcecapital.com ____________________________________________________________Free 5-Day Restaurant Marketing Masterclass – This is a live training where you'll learn the exact campaigns Josh has built and tested in real restaurants to attract new guests, increase visit frequency, and generate sales on demand. Save your spot at restaurantbusinessschool.comFull Comp is brought to you by Yelp for Restaurants: In July 2020, a few hundred employees formed Yelp for Restaurants. Our goal is to build tools that help restaurateurs do more with limited time.We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out our other content:Yelp for Restaurants PodcastsRestaurant expert videos & webinars
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Ten years ago, the idea of canned milk powering a fast-growing brand might have seemed far-fetched. And yet, Slate – which recently announced $23 million in fresh funding – has proven just how powerful a novel concept can be. What can CPG founders – and the industry at large – learn from its rise? The hosts also look back on an unforgettable meetup in San Francisco, where industry veterans, insiders, and ambitious early-stage founders came together in a high-energy atmosphere. Show notes: 0:25: SpearsTok. S.F. Straightaway. Soaring Slate. Aggressive Snacks & Sprinkles. — The show kicks off with banter about AI job titles and algorithm-driven social media feeds, before the hosts reflect on the energy of Taste Radio's recent San Francisco meetup and how the event fostered valuable industry connections and spotlighted emerging brands. They also preview the show's London meetup on October 2 as well as BevNET's Live events in December. The hosts then turn their attention to a $23M funding round for milk-based protein beverage platform Slate, which sparked a deeper conversation about brand evolution, product positioning and the importance of timing in industry success. They also discuss a plant-based meat snack brand with “aggressive” branding. Ray highlights Sprinkles' new cupcake bites, John gulps Zico's organic coconut water, Mike touts THC and turmeric drinks and Jacqui spotlights an innovative CPG brand designed for women. Brands in this episode: Slate, Spindrift, Health-Ade, Trip, In Good Taste Wines, Slapp, Dokkaebeer, Kechi, Mindful, Jules Matcha, Fort Point, Standard Deviant, Straightaway Cocktails, Plift, MixMix, KiuKiu, Uncle Matt's, ZICO, Drink Folks, Q Drinks, Benni Pops, Sprinkles, Rootless, AGRO, Yasso, Forager Project, Uncracked, Yerba Madre
Mark Rampolla is a visionary entrepreneur who founded ZICO Coconut Water, pioneering the now multi-billion-dollar coconut water category in the U.S. and globally. He took ZICO from startup to a $200 million acquisition by Coca-Cola, before later leading a buy-back of the brand. Mark's investment firm, GroundForce Capital, backs purpose-driven consumer companies focused on health, wellness, and sustainability. His latest book, An Entrepreneur's Guide to Freedom, dives deep into the limiting beliefs and inner work necessary for both wealth creation and personal liberation. On this episode we talk about: Mark's early work and career journey, from dishwashing in Pittsburgh to Peace Corps volunteer in Costa Rica, then a pivot from corporate roles to entrepreneurship Lessons from failure: Why Mark built a “cemetery” for lost investments and business attempts—and how mourning and learning from failure is essential in entrepreneurship The real risk and emotional journey of launching ZICO, enduring years on the edge of bankruptcy, and aligning with his family to manage risk The breakthrough that came from honing a niche “beachhead” market strategy—targeting hot yoga practitioners in NYC and expanding from there What large brands and acquirers look for in fast-growth consumer companies, and why velocity and loyalty in a core market often matter more than national reach Mark's best advice: Freedom and success start with inner work—addressing limiting beliefs, ownership over failures, and taking full responsibility for your outcomes Top 3 Takeaways 1. Monumental brand growth comes from relentless niche focus, customer intimacy, and resisting the urge to expand too broadly, too soon.2. The path to entrepreneurial freedom starts with self-awareness, emotional resilience, and the capacity to mourn losses without getting stuck.3. When facing risk, build a realistic plan B with your family—optimism helps, but full financial and emotional transparency is vital for long-term success. Notable Quotes “We mourn failures for a reason—if you don't process and ritualize loss, it will haunt future decisions.” “Velocity in your best market beats scale in many—Coca-Cola wanted ZICO for how it dominated its niche, not just national shelf space.” “Freedom starts and ends inside—you'll only reach it externally when you break limiting beliefs and take full responsibility.” Connect with Mark Rampolla: Official website and book: markrampolla.co ✖️✖️✖️✖️
What does it really take to build billion-dollar beverage brands — and spot the next ones before anyone else?Danny Stepper, co-founder and CEO of L.A. Libations and co-founder of Taste Tomorrow Ventures, joins us to share his insights from the cutting edge of beverage innovation. If you've ever wondered how to get your drink on the shelf at Kroger, Walmart, or Sprouts, or what separates founders who make it from those who don't, this episode is worth a listen.We discuss:How Stepper went from Coke merchandiser to creating an incubator that's helped build brands like Zico, Core, and BodyArmor — with exits in the billionsThe playbook behind breaking Gatorade's exclusive deals at 7-Eleven, Walmart, and Costco, unlocking BodyArmor's path from $100M to $1B+Why L.A. Libations' role as “emerging category captain” with retailers is one of the most powerful positions in beverages — and how to pitch for placement of your brandThe traits he sees in the most successful founders — red flags that make him pass every timeThe trends retailers are making more shelf space for right now, including protein-fortified drinks, adult non-alc, and what Stepper calls the “fourth category” Why he launched Taste Tomorrow Ventures, a $30M fund investing in founder-first brands right nowFrom near bankruptcy to billion-dollar exits, Danny Stepper has lived the highs and lows of this industry — and his lessons could change the way you think about your own brand's path to growth.Last Call: Pitching a distributor can make or break a drinks brand. But most founders are making the same mistakes — losing opportunities before they've even started. On our latest sponsored Last Call, Alex Cherniavsky, managing partner at SWIG Partners, joined us to share how to avoid those pitfalls and stand out in a crowded market.Don't miss our next episode, dropping on September 10.For the latest updates, follow us:Business of Drinks:YouTubeLinkedInInstagram @bizofdrinksErica Duecy, co-host: Erica Duecy is founder and co-host of Business of Drinks and one of the drinks industry's most accomplished digital and content strategists. She runs the consultancy and advisory arm of Business of Drinks and has built publishing and marketing programs for Drizly, VinePair, SevenFifty, and other hospitality and drinks tech companies.LinkedInInstagram @ericaduecyScott Rosenbaum, co-host: Scott Rosenbaum is co-host of Business of Drinks and a veteran strategist and analyst with deep experience building drinks portfolios. Most recently, he was the Portfolio Development Director at Distill Ventures. Prior to that, he was the Vice President of T. Edward Wines & Spirits, a New York-based importer and distributor.LinkedInCaroline Lamb, contributor: Caroline is a producer and on-air contributor at Business of Drinks and a key account sales and marketing specialist at AHD Vintners, a Michigan-based importer and distributor.LinkedInInstagram @borkalineSPONSOR: SWIG Partners is exclusively offering $100 off their supplier-distributor matchmaking fee when you mention the Business of Drinks podcast, or inquire via this link: https://www.swigpartners.com/businessofdrinksIf you enjoyed today's conversation, follow Business of Drinks wherever you're listening, and don't forget to rate and review us. Your support helps us reach new listeners passionate about the drinks industry. Thank you!
In this episode of FUT IN REVIEW, hosts Chris and James (Tolando77) discuss their experiences with FC, anticipation for the upcoming FC26, and engage in a lively debate about player selections including Ronaldo, Messi, and Mbappe. They also highlight Zico's impact in the game, share insights on precision shooting, and discuss community feedback for future game mechanics. The conversation wraps up with reflections on the gaming community and expectations for the next installment of FC.Chapters00:00 Introduction to FUT IN REVIEW02:50 FC Game Insights and Player Preferences05:58 Player Comparisons: Ronaldo, Messi, and Mbappe08:56 Team of the Year Discussion11:51 Zico: The Central Midfielder14:51 Honorable Mentions and Charity Stream17:51 Gameplay Mechanics and Shooting Techniques20:52 Looking Ahead to FC2624:01 Final Thoughts and Community EngagementCheck out our socials:X: https://twitter.com/futinreviewBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/futinreview.bsky.socialInstagram: https://instragram.com/futinreviewTolando's socials:https://x.com/Tolando77https://www.instagram.com/tolando77/?hl=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@tolando77https://www.youtube.com/@Tolando77https://www.twitch.tv/tolando77Questions: futinreview@gmail.comhttps://youtube.com/futinreviewhttps://www.futinreview.com https://patreon.com/futinreview
One half of power couple Zico (it's what TMZ has been calling them), yes, folks, it's Nico Santos! We had Nico and Zeke on together years ago, and now Nico returns for a solo ep (and of course Zeke will be back!). Now, you know Nico from Superstore, The Z-Suite, Crazy Rich Asians, Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 3 and so much more, and today we get into it! Nico tells us about his dating life in Oregon and California (that's right, he's smooched in at least two US states); we talk about his family, Filipino family customs, boundaries he had to draw with his relatives when Zeke and he got married, and SO MUCH MORE! PLUS, obvi, we answer YOUR advice questions! If you'd like to ask your own advice questions, call 323-524-7839 and leave a VM or just DM us on IG or Twitter!*Donate to displaced black families of the LA fires here* (Yes, still!)ALSO BUY A BRAND NEW CUTE AF "Open Your Hearts, Loosen Your Butts" mug! And:Support the show on Patreon (two extra exclusive episodes a month!) or gift someone a Patreon subscription! Or get yourself a t-shirt or a discounted Quarantine Crew shirt! And why not leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts? Or Spotify? It takes less than a minute! Follow the show on Instagram! Check out CT clips on YouTube!Plus some other stuff! Watch Naomi's Netflix half hour or Mythic Quest! Check out Andy's old casiopop band's lost album or his other podcast Beginnings!Theme song by the great Sammus! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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