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UTZ Brands Announces Promotions to Executive Management Team as Company Positions for Next Phase of Growth
July 28, 2021
Utz Brands, Inc. announced several changes to its Executive Management Team. The announcements reflect the Company’s ongoing process of evaluating capabilities needed to better position Utz for its next phase of growth.
Smartfood® Popcorn And Krispy Kreme® Unveil Iconic Flavor Mashup With Smartfood® Original Glazed Doughnut
April 29, 2021
Popping into summer, the limited-edition flavor is set to delight fans nationwide who are looking for a fun yet smart snacking option. After years of anticipation, Smartfood® has released a once-in-a-lifetime flavor experience for fans – just in time for summer.
Utz CEO says that Boulder Canyon potato chips are doing well with customers looking for healthier snacks
March 28, 2021
Some Utz Brands buyers are opting for snacks with healthier ingredients such as the avocado oil used to cook the Boulder Canyon potato chips, Utz Brands CEO Dylan Lissette told CNBC.
Utz Brands To Acquire Vitner’s Snack Food Brand And Distribution Assets
January 12, 2021
Utz Brands, Inc. announced that its subsidiary Utz Quality Foods, LLC has entered into a definitive agreement with Snak-King Corp. to acquire certain assets related to the Vitner's brand for a total purchase price of $25 million, subject to customary purchase price adjustments.
Frito-Lay Enhances Direct-to-Consumer Shopping Experience with the Launch of 'Make Your Own' Variety Pack
December 12, 2020
Snack fans have asked for more customization for years and Frito-Lay is responding in a big way. Frito-Lay today announced a new way for shoppers to customize their own Frito-Lay Variety Pack to fit the snacking needs of their household.
Snack Manufacturer Utz Is in Merger Talks With Investment Company Collier Creek
May 12, 2020
Potato chip-maker Utz Quality Foods is in talks to be acquired by Collier Creek Holdings, a company started by former Blackstone Group Inc. executives, according to people familiar with the matter.
Cheetos Pops Into The New Year With Launch Of Cheetos Popcorn In United States
January 16, 2020
The Orange Cheetos Cheese Dust Everyone Loves – Combined with Popcorn Available in Both Cheddar and Flamin’ Hot® Flavors. Snackers everywhere love the delicious cheesy dust that lingers on their fingertips after enjoying a bag of Cheetos.
Frito-Lay Releases U.S. Snack Index and No Need to Check Twice: It's Family, Friends and Food that Make the Holidays Nice
November 25, 2019
This holiday season, Frito-Lay is all about salty vs. sweet with the release of its latest U.S. Snack Index, revealing the taste preferences driving snack consumption among consumers.
Popchips acquired by Private Equity firm as start of 'Velocity Snack Brands' platform
October 10, 2019
VMG Partners, a private equity, beginning with the acquisition of the popchips™ brand in North America and most international markets outside of the United Kingdom and Europe.
From Tahini to Turmeric: Americans' Global Flavor Preferences Drive Snack Business Innovation
September 30, 2019
Latest Frito-Lay U.S. Snack Index Reveals Ongoing Evolution of Palates and Globalization of Flavor, Powering Demand for Greater Variety and More Adventurous Snacks.
MegaMex Foods and Herdez S.A. de C.V. announce new licensing agreement with UTZ Quality Foods
August 29, 2019
MegaMex Foods (Orange, Calif.) and Herdez S.A. de C.V. (Mexico City, Mexico) announced a new licensing agreement with UTZ Quality Foods, LLC. (Hanover, PA) today.
Conagra Brands Showcases its $2 Billion Snacking Portfolio at 2019 Sweets & Snacks Expo
May 23, 2019
Conagra Brands, Inc., a top 10 snacking company, will highlight its $2 billion snacking portfolio at the 2019 Sweets & Snacks Expo on May 21 – 23 at Chicago's McCormick Place.
