During an interview for this month’s cover story, Rick Zimmerman, senior vice president of marketing and innovation for Cincinnati-based Sunny Delight Beverages Co., mentioned that his innovation strategy is influenced by Harvard Business School Professor Clayton Christensen.

Beverage Industry’s Editor-in-Chief Elizabeth Fuhrman pines for the first summer barbecue and the seasonal beverage promotions that come along with it.

Beverage Industry’s Editor-in-Chief Elizabeth Fuhrman finds time strapped while balancing newfound role.

Beverage Industry’s Publisher Steve Pintarelli discusses how functional claims continue to impact new product development.

Beverage Industry Associate Editor Jessica Jacobsen shares predictions for low-calorie, low-sugar and low-fat trends.

As I write my column this month, I am nine months pregnant.  By the time this issue comes out, I’m hoping to have delivered my first child. This pregnancy has been an adventure and opened my eyes to just the beginning of motherhood experiences.