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Lifeway Foods, Inc.

LWAYFood & BeverageMorton Grove, United States

Lifeway Foods, Inc. manufactures and distributes a variety of probiotic-rich goods, serving both the United States and international markets. Its principal offering is drinkable kefir, a fermented dairy item available in numerous forms, including organic and conventional options, various volumes, flavors, and formulations such as reduced-fat, fat-free, whole milk, high-protein, and BioKefir. Additionally, the company supplies European-style soft cheeses, cream, and other dairy selections. Their product portfolio also features ProBugs, a dedicated kefir line for children; single-serving cupped kefirs; Icelandic Skyr, which includes strained kefir and yogurt products; and frozen kefir in both soft-serve and pre-packaged pint formats. These products are sold under their proprietary Lifeway and Fresh Made brand names, and also as private label merchandise for other customers. Sales are primarily conducted via their internal sales personnel, alongside the use of brokers and third-party distributors. The company was founded in 1986 and maintains its headquarters in Morton Grove, Illinois.

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Lifeway Foods, Inc. at a glance

Lifeway Foods, Inc. is a food & beverage company headquartered in Morton Grove, United States. It is publicly listed (LWAY) with a market capitalisation of $321.8M. Xcout tracks 12 named people at Lifeway Foods, Inc., including Julie Smolyansky (Chairperson of the Board, Chief Executive Officer, President & Secretary).

Industry
Food & Beverage
Headquarters
Morton Grove, United States
Market cap
$321.8M
Employees
291
Ticker
LWAY

Lifeway Foods, Inc. leadership

  • Julie SmolyanskyChairperson of the Board, Chief Executive Officer, President & Secretary
  • Eric A. HansonChief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer & Treasurer
  • Eric HansonChief Financial and Accounting Officer
  • Amy FeldmanSenior Executive Vice President of Sales
  • Andee HarrisDirector
  • Dorri McWhorterDirector

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The Hain Celestial Group, Inc.HAIN · Food & BeverageHoboken, United States
66% matchPublic

Hain Celestial Group, Inc. is a global enterprise dedicated to the production, marketing, and distribution of organic and natural consumer goods. Its operations are organized into two primary geographical segments: North America and International. The company's extensive product portfolio encompasses nourishing options for infants, toddlers, and children, along with a wide array of plant-based foods and beverages, including soy, rice, oat, almond, and coconut-based drinks and frozen desserts. Consumers can also find various condiments, cooking oils, cereal bars, and a diverse range of soups (canned, fresh, aseptic, and instant). Further offerings span yogurts, chilis, chocolates, nut butters, and fruit juices. Beyond these, Hain Celestial supplies warm desserts, cookies, and both refrigerated and frozen plant-based meat alternatives. Its pantry staples include jams, fruit spreads, jellies, honey, natural sweeteners, and marmalades. For snack enthusiasts, the firm offers an assortment of chips made from potatoes, root vegetables, and other exotic vegetables, alongside straws, tortilla chips, whole grain chips, pita chips, and puffed snacks. A significant portion of its business also involves personal care items such as hand, skin, hair, and oral hygiene products, deodorants, body washes, sunscreens, and lotions, marketed under popular labels like Alba Botanica, Avalon Organics, Earth's Best, JASON, Live Clean, and Queen Helene. The iconic Celestial Seasonings brand represents a wide selection of teas, including herbal, green, black, wellness, rooibos, and chai varieties. Additional pantry products are distributed under the Spectrum, Spectrum Essentials, MaraNatha, Imagine broths, Hain Pure Foods, Health Valley, and Hollywood labels. The company effectively reaches consumers across approximately 80 countries globally, utilizing a broad distribution network. This network includes specialty and natural food wholesalers, major supermarkets, dedicated natural food outlets, mass-market and online retailers, foodservice providers, club stores, and drug and convenience stores. Established in 1993, Hain Celestial Group maintains its corporate headquarters in Lake Success, New York.

Market cap$50.4M
Employees2,786
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JONES SODA CO.JSDA · Food & BeverageSeattle, United States
66% matchPublic

Jones Soda Co., along with its subsidiaries, is engaged in the creation, production, marketing, and distribution of beverages, primarily serving markets in the United States, Canada, and other international regions. The company's product lineup features its signature Jones Soda, a premium carbonated soft drink, as well as Lemoncocco, a high-quality non-carbonated option. They also provide co-branded and private label products for other businesses. Beyond packaged goods, their offerings include a variety of fountain drinks such as cane sugar and sugar-free colas, cane sugar sweetened ginger ale, orange and cream, root beer, and lemon-lime flavors. Their extensive portfolio further encompasses teas, lemonades, vitamin-enhanced waters, hydration beverages, and naturally flavored sparkling waters. Jones Soda Co. distributes its products through a network of independent partners and directly to major national and regional retailers. These items are available in numerous outlets, including grocery stores, convenience stores, gas stations, and a range of food service establishments like restaurants, delicatessens, sandwich shops, and burger joints. Furthermore, the company operates an online store for sales of customized soda, apparel, candy, and other merchandise. They also generate revenue by licensing their trademarks for use on products manufactured by other companies. Founded in 1986, Jones Soda Co. is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Market cap$32.8M
Employees27
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