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Jessica Jacobsen

Jessica Jacobsen, editor of Beverage Industry, visits a range of beverage companies for cover stories and facility tours, represents the magazine at trade shows and industry events, and works with the Beverage Industry team to determine the content and direction of the magazine and its online components. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Marquette University.

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James Quincey, The Coca-Cola Co.’s president and chief executive officer. - Beverage Industry

2018 Executive of the Year: James Quincey President and Chief Executive Officer of The Coca-Cola Co.

Coca-Cola’s top executive furthers company’s interest in premium hydration, hot coffee

Jessica Jacobsen

November 26, 2018

Helping to guide the legacy company through this latest evolution is James Quincey, The Coca-Cola Co.’s president and chief executive officer (CEO).

Beverage companies provide relief to hurricane-impacted regions

Alcohol, non-alcohol corporations send water, donate money

Jessica Jacobsen

November 21, 2018

Many have responded to this devastation by donating money, supplies, time and much more. The beverage industry is no exception.

The Sidel Aseptic Combi Predis. - Beverage Industry

Flexibility key for plastic bottle manufacturing

Technologies look to accommodate increased changeovers

Jessica Jacobsen

November 7, 2018

Whether it’s SKU proliferation, evolving drink habits or packaging solutions, beverage manufacturers are tasked with keeping up with the latest trends and solutions for today’s operations, experts note.

Flexitarian trends impact dairy, alternative drinks

Milk market innovates with fortification products

Jessica Jacobsen

November 6, 2018

More American consumers are embracing a flexitarian lifestyle where they don’t fully commit to vegan and vegetarian consumption habits, but incorporate them to live a balanced lifestyle.

Non-alcohol drinks influence consumer dining options

Foodservice operators creating unique beverage solutions

Jessica Jacobsen

October 17, 2018

The market research firm reported in its 2018 Beverage Consumer Trend Report that more consumers today than two years ago indicate that non-alcohol beverages are “very important” when deciding where to dine.

The 1970 Vodka Cocktail from TricorBraun - Beverage Industry

Packaged design helps RTD cocktail’s success

The 1970 turns to TricorBraun for design assistance

Jessica Jacobsen

October 15, 2018

In today’s competitive beverage market, the packaging has become just as vital as the product inside the package.

Bolthouse Farms Vanilla Protein Bottle - Beverage Industry

Vanilla’s classic taste meets today’s beverage needs

Ingredient suppliers address supply chain concerns

Jessica Jacobsen

October 12, 2018

As a staple in product development, vanilla has shown that no matter what the latest fad is, you can’t beat the classics.

Performance beverage market sees impact of low-calorie

Clean label, protein trends continue to proliferate

Jessica Jacobsen

October 8, 2018

Just as spectators will ask how low can you go when participants are facing off in a limbo challenge, consumers are asking the same of food and beverage manufacturers. However, these requests have spread beyond traditional low-calorie refreshment to also include sports nutrition formulations.

Amazon Lockers at Union Station - Beverage Industry

Natural, organic retail channel continues to post growth

Refrigerated juices, functional drinks command most market share among beverages

Jessica Jacobsen

October 3, 2018

When it comes to grocery retailing, analysts are seeing how consumers’ desire for better-for-you food and beverages have contributed to the growth of the natural and organic retail channel.

Online grocery shopping poised for growth

Fresh foods impact consumers’ decision to use eCommerce

Jessica Jacobsen

September 19, 2018

No matter what their reasons might be, it seems as though a growing number of consumers will be employing eCommerce for their grocery services. Retailers now are tasked with ensuring they are meeting consumers’ expectations in this evolving market.

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