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Greene Concepts Will Begin Delivery of BE WATER to Piggly Wiggly Grocery Stores
https://www.accesswire.com/759840/Greene-Concepts-Will-Begin-Delivery-of-BE-WATER-to-Piggly-Wiggly-Grocery-Stores
MARION, NC / ACCESSWIRE / June 8, 2023 / Greene Concepts Inc. (OTC Pink:INKW) is pleased to announce through its partnership with Merchants Distributors (MDI) that it is rolling out delivery of its BE WATER™ bottled water soon to multiple retail outlets through Piggly Wiggly's Southeast division. This involves the sale of the company's six-pack configuration as displayed on its corporate press release page entitled ‘Greene Concepts Secures New Retail Distribution to Five Hundred Grocery Stores'.
Through MDI, Greene Concepts will soon deliver its six-pack BE WATER to multiple Piggly Wiggly Southeast chain locations. This multiplies the company's expansion of BE WATER throughout the country.
Brian Adkins, Greene Concepts' National Sales Director, notes, "MDI has been invaluable in helping us expand awareness of BE WATER and we are all thrilled to be delivering to multiple Piggly Wiggly stores in the near future. Piggly Wiggly has been on the forefront of grocery innovation for a long time and will be a fantastic retail partner to carry BE WATER six-packs. As one of America's best-known and best-loved brands, Piggly Wiggly represents value, freshness, and quality with a local feel and culture."
Brian Adkins continues, "Also, MDI's salesforce is out working on distribution deals for other regional and national chains that pull through MDI as well. We expect to announce additional chains that will carry BE WATER and bring us closer to widespread recognition, prominence, and national product availability. Piggly Wiggly offers us the chance to expand our presence in a fantastic way."
Lenny Greene, CEO of Greene Concepts, states, "MDI continues to be an important partner in helping us expand and present our BE WATER six-packs to a greater number of retailers. Thanks to MDI, consumers will soon be able to find BE WATER in multiple Piggly Wiggly locations. Piggly Wiggly is prominent throughout the eastern half of the U.S. and we are very thankful for our initial entry into their Southeast location stores. Both MDI and Piggy Wiggly represent excellence and I am grateful to both businesses, along with Brian Adkins, for their continued strong work in helping us showcase BE WATER nationally."
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About Piggly Wiggly
Piggly Wiggly was founded in 1916 in Memphis, Tennessee. It was the nation's first self-service grocery store where customers would pick out their merchandise instead of waiting for a clerk to do it for them. Piggly Wiggly brand is known for matching the quality of national brands at a lower price with substantial savings. The chain now has more than 530 stores in 18 states. Piggly Wiggly is part of the Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA), the largest independent grocery chain in the world with 6,000 total locations worldwide (1,600 U.S. stores).
https://www.pigglywiggly.com/
About Merchants Distributors (MDI), LLC
Merchants Distributors (MDI) is a privately-owned wholesale grocery store distributor headquartered in Hickory, NC. MDI supplies over 600 retail food stores with food and non-food items in 12 Eastern states to include NC, SC, GA, TN, VA, AL, WV, OH, FL, PA, MD, and KY. MDI has been supplying retail supermarkets for over 90 years. In addition to full-service distribution to supermarkets in 12 East Coast states, MDI offers cold storage to manufacturers, provides digital services for retail, has a large format print facility, and exports to over 30 countries. The company has a strong customer focus and offers a variety of services to help their customers succeed.
https://www.mdi.com/
About H2O Artesian, Inc.
H2O Artesian, Inc. is a Satellite Beach and Melbourne, Florida based distributor that services the entire state of Florida and distributes all of Greene Concepts brands. The company was established by Mike McMurray and Brian Adkins, who combined have over 50 years of sales and promotion expertise to retailers and consumers.
About Alex Lee, Inc.
Founded in 1931, Alex Lee is a family-owned and operated company that employs nearly 10,000 people. It serves as the parent company of Merchants Distributors, LLC, which provides full-service, wholesale distribution to supermarkets across the Southeastern United States. Alex Lee, Inc. is based in Hickory, NC. For more information, pleasevisit https://www.alexlee.com.
About Greene Concepts, Inc.
Greene Concepts, Inc. (http://www.greeneconcepts.com) is a publicly traded company whose purpose is to provide the world with high-quality, healthy and enhanced beverage choices that meet the nutritional needs of its consumers while refreshing their mind, body and spirit. The Company's flagship product, BE WATER, is a premium artesian bottled water that supports total body health and wellness. Greene Concepts' beverage and bottling plant is located in Marion, North Carolina, and their water is ethically sourced from seven spring and artesian wells that are fed from a natural aquifer located deep beneath the Blue Ridge Mountains. Greene Concepts continues to develop and market premium beverage brands designed to enhance the daily lives of consumers.
Safe Harbor: This Press Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a few uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the company's current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the company's business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and OTC Markets, Inc. OTC Disclosure and News Service. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, because of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Greene Concepts Increases Purchase Order Numbers and Bottling Plant Activity
https://www.accesswire.com/758806/Greene-Concepts-Increases-Purchase-Order-Numbers-and-Bottling-Plant-Activity
MARION, NC / ACCESSWIRE / June 2, 2023 / Greene Concepts Inc. (OTC Pink:INKW) is pleased to announce it is experiencing significant growth and increased activity at its Marion, NC bottling plant. The company continues to make positive strides and increased marketplace reach.
At the end of May (2023) Greene Concepts received additional purchase orders from KeHE Distributors®. The company also had two large pickups recently at its bottling plant. One pickup by Merchants Distributors (MDI) and the other by Frozen Food Express. These pickups, with more on the way, satisfy the many retail obligations the company has been receiving for its BE WATER™ branded beverage products.
Lenny Greene, CEO of Greene Concepts, states, "2023 is shaping to be an incredible year for Greene Concepts. The majority of our success centers around the significant expansion of our retail outlets and that number is growing. In 2023 alone we've expanded by over 650 stores nationally thanks to our partners at KeHE Distributors® and Merchants Distributors (MDI). We have also expanded to dozens of local businesses throughout North Carolina and around the bottling plant. A big thanks goes to our national, regional, and local distributors."
Mr. Greene continues, "These purchase orders and tractor trailer pickups help us supply our BE WATER bottled water brand to multiple retail outlets nationwide as noted previously in our April 20, 2023 press release. We are also gearing up for our forthcoming orders from major warehouse club retailers. To support this increase, we've hired multiple leadership staff members within the Marion, NC bottling plant in anticipation of this 2023 long-term growth. We anticipate even greater activity around the bottling plant over the upcoming weeks and months and are excited to be sharing this news with you."
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Greene Concepts, Inc. (http://www.greeneconcepts.com) is a publicly traded company whose purpose is to provide the world with high-quality, healthy and enhanced beverage choices that meet the nutritional needs of its consumers while refreshing their mind, body and spirit. The Company's flagship product, BE WATER, is a premium artesian bottled water that supports total body health and wellness. Greene Concepts' beverage and bottling plant is located in Marion, North Carolina, and their water is ethically sourced from seven spring and artesian wells that are fed from a natural aquifer located deep beneath the Blue Ridge Mountains. Greene Concepts continues to develop and market premium beverage brands designed to enhance the daily lives of consumers.
Safe Harbor: This Press Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a few uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the company's current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the company's business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and OTC Markets, Inc. OTC Disclosure and News Service. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, because of new information, future events or otherwise.
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INKW Rides High on Growing Popularity of Bottled Water, CBD-Infused Drinks
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/inkw-rides-high-growing-popularity-100000997.html
Naples, Florida - (NewMediaWire) - May 22, 2023 - The drop in soda consumption is among the largest changes in the American diet in the last few years. Sales of bottled water are surging ahead as this product has overtaken carbonated soda and fruit drinks, previously the largest beverage category in the US.
A large part of bottled water's growth around 44% - comes from consumers switching from carbonated soft drinks and fruit drinks to bottled water. In 2021, 15.3 billion gallons of bottled water were sold in the US as the sales grew each year for the last decade. Bottled water is now the most commonly consumed beverage among Americans, while carbonated soft drinks rank a close second.
Additional factors boosting the use of bottled water are an increase in disposable income, a rise in urban population, an improvement in standards of living, and the emergence of eco-friendly materials for bottles.
Bottled Water Becomes the Activity Drink of Choice
A boost in bottled water consumption also means people are now choosing to drink it when they are out and about, according to the International Bottled Water Association's (IBWA's) recent Harris Poll. When engaged in various activities away from home, people no longer seek to consume other packaged drinks, especially when away from home.
This trend is propelled by another significant driver a growth of the tourism sector. People focus on hydration and clean water sources when they travel to prevent unwanted health conditions. And, airports, railways, hotels, and restaurants are now offering water in reusable plastic bottles, which also increases demand for bottled water. What we see now is that 86% of Americans say they drink bottled water while they travel.
CBD as Growing Segment within Bottled Water Category
With bottled water usage expanding, various subsegments of this market grow as well. One such area is the CBD market, which recorded a revenue of $4.9 billion in 2021, at a growth rate of 21.3%. Vantage Market Research anticipates the CBD market to reach a revenue of $47.22 billion by 2028.
This segment grows with the expanding number of health-conscious individuals, increased adoption of CBD-based products overall, and the passage of the US Farm Bill in 2020. The market for CBD-based and hemp products, bottled water included, is among the fastest growing categories within the $2 trillion consumer packaged goods market. This makes CBD one of the hottest health-and-wellness ingredients in the country.
Going forward, retailers see even higher growth potential for cannabis-infused products. In 2021, over 50% of retailers said they see cannabis and CBD-infused beverages having the industry's biggest growth potential, which is almost two times higher than the number of those retailers who cited the next strongest category of non-alcoholic products, at 26%.
Advancing CBD-Infused Water Market Offers INKW Competitive Edge
Greene Concepts (OTC: INKW) is an example of a bottled water company that apart from its natural artesian bottled water, branded Be Water, also supplies a immune support CBD beverage, Happy Mellow, which offers advanced immune support formulations that include Vitamin C, Vitamin D3, and Vitamin B-12. Plum Punch has a "Be Balanced" motto and contains vitamin B12, Blood Orange Acai has a "Be Well" motto and contains vitamin C, while Lemon Lime has a "Be Energized" slogan, infused with caffeine and vitamin D-3.
INKW entered the CBD hemp-based market in August 2022 when it launched its Happy Mellow beverage, which transports nutrients quickly into the body's circulatory system, or has a quality of bioavailability, without the psychoactive THC component.
Along with the vitamins and minerals, Happy Mellow incorporates an innovative, patent-pending, and crystal-clear water-soluble technology that was originally developed in the biopharma space. The Happy Mellow brand is offered in three flavors: Plum Punch, Lemon Lime, and Blood Orange.
Conclusion
With consumers moving away from soft drinks, high-sugar beverages and artificial flavors, the use of bottled water is rising, and along with it CBD-infused drinks. According to a report by Nielsen, sparkling water and seltzer water, soft drinks, fruit drinks, energy beverages, and liquid tea are the top five most growing segments within the rapidly advancing CBD beverage category.
On the back of this trend, expect the Happy Mellow beverage line to meet the gap once filled by soft drinks. Investors should therefore watch the INKW stock closely as it has strong growth potential across various bottled water segments, with rapidly rising sales.
Find additional information about Greene Concepts (INKW) at: https://greeneconcepts.com/ and brand information at: https://bewaterbeyou.com/ and https://happymellow.com/
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Greene Concepts Confirms New Distribution Channels Through Large National Distributor KeHE Distributors
https://www.accesswire.com/755743/Greene-Concepts-Confirms-New-Distribution-Channels-Through-Large-National-Distributor-KeHE-Distributors
MARION, NC / ACCESSWIRE / May 18, 2023 / Greene Concepts Inc. (OTC PINK:INKW) is pleased to announce through its partnership with H2O Artesian, it is now selling its BE WATER™ brand of bottled water through KeHE Distributors® effective immediately. Founded in 1953 and employee-owned, KeHE is the largest distributor of natural & organic, specialty, and fresh products in North America with 16 distribution centers across the continent and distributes more than 70,000 SKU's to over 30,000 stores.
With eight KeHE BE WATER purchase orders finalized, in-hand and trucks already loaded and on the move from Marion, North Carolina to KeHE® distribution centers as of Friday, May 12, sales of BE WATER six-pack products through KeHE have already begun. These events have added to an already incredibly eventful year for Greene Concepts.
Greene Concepts, going through its partnership with H2O Artesian, has finalized its distribution deal with KeHE. Mike McMurray and Brian Adkins, H2O Artesian's principal partners, are managing the relationship of KeHE for the BE WATER brand and have successfully launched the sale of BE WATER six-packs through the KeHE distribution network with an initial reach of over 150 stores.
Mike McMurray highlights, "This is a supreme accomplishment for Greene Concepts and H2O Artesian and connects us with a mammoth distributor with industry expertise that can help us grow. The Initial eight purchase orders of BE WATER six-packs cover more than 150 new stores with locations in: Arizona, Colorado, California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia. While we are thrilled to be in these 150 stores, our focus is to increase this number exponentially and grow the BE WATER brand with KeHE."
Brian Adkins, also Greene Concepts' National Sales Director, conveys, "BE WATER is now a part of KeHE's NEW@KeHE™ program which launches new items from individual distribution centers. Through this program, a team of over 300 KeHE sales team members will work with Mike and me to get BE WATER onto the shelves of even more retailers nationwide through a proven slotting program. This encourages high-volume sales of BE WATER six-packs. This program helps new and early-stage brands reach greater nationwide consumer visibility" (see: KeHE 2021 - 2022 Goodness Report p. 24).
Lenny Greene, CEO of Greene Concepts, states, "Partnering with a world-renowned distributor like KeHE is exactly what we need to reach our aggressive growth milestones and we thank KeHE and their wonderful staff for this tremendous opportunity. Because of H2O Artesian, the new connection we have with KeHE is one of the most significant achievements we have achieved as a company and we are proud to be a KeHE supplier. Trucks from Marion, NC with our BE WATER brand will be part of the KeHE trucks (covering 30,000 routes) that travels coast-to-coast each day supplying inventory to North American retailers."
Mr. Greene continues, "As we are now a part of KeHE's distribution network, they are offering us highly-valued distributor support to help us as a smaller and emerging brand. KeHE's Supplier Services & Support element allows for the significant growth of the BE WATER brand through KeHE business channels and quality innovation."
Greene Concepts supports KeHE in helping consumers to become more health conscious and aware of healthy living and selecting healthy choices (https://www.kehe.com/news-blog/blog/becoming-a-more-conscious-consumer/).
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About KeHE
KeHE Distributors, LLC (KeHE) is the largest distributor of natural & organic, specialty, and fresh products to more than 30,000 natural food stores, chain and independent grocery stores, e-commerce retailers, and other specialty products retailers throughout North America. With over 6,800 employee-owners, KeHE, a Certified B Corporation, drives its mission of serving to make lives better, throughout all aspects of its operation. For more about KeHE, visit KeHE.com (https://www.kehe.com/) or check out our social media channels: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/kehe-distributors-inc/),Instagram (https://www.linkedin.com/company/kehe-distributors-inc/),Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/KeHEUS/)andTwitter (https://twitter.com/keheus).
About H2O Artesian, Inc.
H2O Artesian, Inc. is a Satellite Beach and Melbourne, Florida based distributor that services the entire state of Florida and distributes all of Greene Concepts brands. The company was established by Mike McMurray and Brian Adkins, who combined have over 50 years of sales and promotion expertise to retailers and consumers.
About Greene Concepts, Inc.
Greene Concepts, Inc. (http://www.greeneconcepts.com) is a publicly traded company whose purpose is to provide the world with high-quality, healthy and enhanced beverage choices that meet the nutritional needs of its consumers while refreshing their mind, body and spirit. The Company's flagship product, BE WATER, is a premium artesian bottled water that supports total body health and wellness. Greene Concepts' beverage and bottling plant is located in Marion, North Carolina, and their water is ethically sourced from seven spring and artesian wells that are fed from a natural aquifer located deep beneath the Blue Ridge Mountains. Greene Concepts continues to develop and market premium beverage brands designed to enhance the daily lives of consumers.
Safe Harbor: This Press Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a few uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the company's current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the company's business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and OTC Markets, Inc. OTC Disclosure and News Service. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, because of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Greene Concepts (OTC:INKW) Water Brands Get a Boost From Growing Popularity of Wellness Drinks
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Green Concepts' (OTC:INKW) Be Water Brand Catches the Eye of Consumers Due to Hydrating Minerals and Natural Taste
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/green-concepts-otc-inkw-water-100000920.html
NAPLES, FL - (NewMediaWire) - May 04, 2023 - Greene Concepts is a premium bottled water company that supplies natural artesian water branded Be Water(TM), captured from one of the company's seven artesian and spring water wells. Be Water contains healthy, natural hydrating minerals that come from free-flowing springs in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Due to the calcium and magnesium contained in this water, it has a soft, refreshing taste. These positive minerals support stronger bones and muscles and strengthen the nervous system. Also, spring water has a neutral or slightly alkaline pH, which helps to neutralize the acidity in the body and reduce the damage caused by free radicals.
INKW's Natural Artesian Water is Different from Regular Bottled Water
While most bottled water competitors supply purified municipal tap water, Be Water stands out because it uses water from certified springs that produce natural artesian water that comes from underground wells. Be Water is composed of great-tasting artesian water, which has a crisp and snappy taste and moves to the surface naturally due to positive pressure. When one drinks the water, it goes right to the cells to hydrate the body immediately.
According to Grandview Research the bottled water market size is projected to reach $509.2 billion by 2030 with 6.7% annual growth. As consumers become ever more health aware, the demand for bottled spring water is increasing around the globe. The bottled water suppliers are aiming to capitalize on this growing demand by launching new products in the marketspace.
With INKW's access to a base of self-replenishing natural artesian wells in a sub-tropical rain forest located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the company is capable of riding the waves of this trend of surging natural artesian water popularity among consumers. Its brand Be Water is free of most of the contaminants usually found in drinking water as it comes from water that flows to the surface from a clean underground water source.
Expanding Bottling Plant Size and Retail Distribution Chain
The company has been expanding the list of retail locations selling its flagship Be Water brand throughout the country (see their April 20, 2023 news release). To support this growth, INKW is taking steps to expand its bottling plant size from 60,000 square feet to 80,000 square feet.
Also, it has expanded its Be Water line to six-pack configurations, which are especially popular among retailers, with future availability in 12-pack and gallon sizes (coming soon).
On March 21 INKW said it secured new retail distribution of its bottled water product to five hundred new grocery stores. It has finalized a retail and distribution agreement with Merchants Distributors and Lowes Foods and both carry Be Water's new six-pack configurations throughout the Eastern U.S. For retailers served by Merchants Distributors, such as Lowes Foods, six packs can be easily replenished on the shelves. To consumers, the new size means a lower-cost entry point, enabling the brand to reach more consumers on its path to gaining maximum exposure.
Just this month (May), in addition to the above, the company announced it has secured the interest of multiple major warehouse club retailers for its BE WATER brand. These retailers have an average nationwide membership count of over 30 million consumers, which dramatically improves INKW's fiscal and retail footprint nationwide. The company will commence sales to these membership warehouses with 10 weekly truckloads of Be Water, with that number set to increase and accelerate over time.
Growing Number of Consumers Prefers Be Water
With its health benefits and attractive taste, customers favor Be Water more and more, which is reflected in its sales volumes. One of the consumers called it "crisp, refreshing, and delicious."
Another consumer described the brand's quality as being "super-refreshing" and it "actually quenches thirst much faster than others. The mindfulness inspirational message is a nice touch as well (Be Generous, Be Kind, Be Strong, Be Good, Be Courageous, Be Aware, Be Patient)."
This popularity among consumers means growing sales. Be Water is now sold at retail locations that include all Camping World locations in 42 U.S. states. It is also available at Lowes Foods and other Merchants Distributors retailers rolling out to nearly 900 new outlets.
In addition, via Horizon Beverage, the second largest liquor distribution company in New England, the company's Be Water is now available in many New England retailers and liquor stores. Also, all Florida Turnpike service plaza locations provide the water, as does the company's first retail vendor, the Santa Rosa Band of Cahuilla Indians' Pit Stop gas station and convenience store in California.
Conclusion
Health benefits, attractive taste, a new packaging configuration, and a wide distribution network mean that consumers like Be Water more and more.
For increased sales volume and a stronger retail presence, the company is actively expanding its bottling plant and enhancing its bottling infrastructure. INKW's Be Water is an emerging brand that is growing at a fast pace and is positioned to gain more and more traction in the marketplace.
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Greene Concepts Captures Interest of Major Warehouse Club Retailers
https://www.accesswire.com/752705/Greene-Concepts-Captures-Interest-of-Major-Warehouse-Club-Retailers
MARION, NC / ACCESSWIRE / May 3, 2023 / Greene Concepts Inc. (OTC Pink:INKW) is pleased to announce it has secured the interest of multiple major warehouse club retailers for its BE WATER™ brand. These merchants maintain an average nationwide membership count of over 30 million consumers, most of whom will see, and experience, BE WATER for the first time. Sales activity through these enterprises dramatically improves Greene Concepts' financial positioning and footprint within the beverage marketplace.
Moving forward with these major club retailers presents the BE WATER brand to a massive national audience. Additionally, sales through these membership warehouses will commence with 10 weekly truckloads of BE WATER which will accelerate over time.
Lenny Greene, CEO of Greene Concepts, states, "The world is seeing Greene Concepts gain increased traction within the marketplace. Discussions with these major club retailers led to solidified interest in BE WATER and the trust of the retailers to implement BE WATER in their chain stores. This growth has precipitated the immediate need for and hire of full-time bottling plant staff who all report to our very experienced warehouse manager Ken Porter. This is in addition to our plan to expand the bottling plant by 20,000 square feet (to total 80,000 sq ft)."
Mr. Greene continues, "Consumers will soon be able to go into large membership warehouse clubs and purchase our BE WATER. Our footprint is continuing to grow across the U.S., and I am incredibly happy about our current positioning as a company, our current financial growth plans, and what this means for our shareholders. Meanwhile we continue in step and pace toward the completion of our company goals with non-stop accomplishments."
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About Greene Concepts, Inc.
Greene Concepts, Inc. (http://www.greeneconcepts.com) is a publicly traded company whose purpose is to provide the world with high-quality, healthy and enhanced beverage choices that meet the nutritional needs of its consumers while refreshing their mind, body and spirit. The Company's flagship product, BE WATER, is a premium artesian bottled water that supports total body health and wellness. Greene Concepts' beverage and bottling plant is located in Marion, North Carolina, and their water is ethically sourced from seven spring and artesian wells that are fed from a natural aquifer located deep beneath the Blue Ridge Mountains. Greene Concepts continues to develop and market premium beverage brands designed to enhance the daily lives of consumers.
Safe Harbor: This Press Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a few uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the company's current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the company's business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and OTC Markets, Inc. OTC Disclosure and News Service. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, because of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Greene Concepts Continues to Expand Retail Distribution Throughout the U.S.
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MARION, NC / ACCESSWIRE / April 20, 2023 / Greene Concepts Inc. (OTC Pink:INKW) is pleased to announce it continues to expand the Company's list of retail locations selling its flagship BE WATER™ brand throughout the United States. As a premium natural artesian spring water an expanding base of retailers are placing BE WATER™ on their shelves for increased consumer sales and awareness.
To support this growth, the company is taking steps to expand its bottling plant size from 60,000 square feet to 80,000 square feet and will also install another production line (a high-speed one) to keep up with increased demand from larger national retailers. The company also intends to hire additional bottling plant staff as needed. Additionally, Greene Concepts has expanded its BE WATER line to six-pack configurations with future availability in 12-pack and gallon sizes.
Retail Chains/Locations Where BE WATER is Sold
- All Camping World locations covering over 185 locations in 42 U.S. states.
- At Lowes Foods and other Merchants Distributors retailers - adding nearly 500 new grocery outlets.
- Through Horizon Beverage, the second largest liquor distribution company in New England, the company's Be - Water is now available in many New England retailers and liquor stores.
- All eight Florida Turnpike service plaza locations. The Florida Turnpike serves nearly three million customers each day.
- At the company's first retail vendor, Santa Rosa Band of Cahuilla Indians' Pit Stop gas station and convenience store in California.
- The Get Be Water local distribution team continues to expand Be Water sales to local outlets (80+) around the North Carolina area, the home of the company's bottling plant.
- Other various locations throughout Florida (see BeWaterBeYou's Store Locator page).
- Since January, 2021, Be Water has been available nationwide on Amazon.com.
- Direct-to-consumer through the company's BeWaterBeYou and Happy Mellow webpages for nationwide distribution.
Lenny Greene, CEO of Greene Concepts, states, "Our BE WATER brand can be found in nearly 900 retailers nationwide thanks to the efforts of our internal staff, distribution partners and the Get Be Water local distribution team. We will continue to grow as our new six-pack allotments appeal to more and more retailers who see the value of our high-quality water and the benefit it provides to their customers. We strive to make it as easy as possible for everyone to purchase BE WATER. I am proud of our team and the growth we have made since our initial 2020 production launch."
Mr. Greene continues, "We are finalizing discussions with multiple retailers and distributors which will significantly increase the footprint of our products to new and expanded outlets. Bottled water is extremely popular and we intend to satisfy this market need and capture significant revenue. Our goal is for our products to be available in all major stores across the country. Stay tuned for additional announcements. We believe the rise in our sales, product SKUs, and national retail availability will increase our standing in the beverage marketplace."
The U.S. non-alcoholic beverage industry is valued at $760 billion as of the end of 2022 according to Zippia.com with the global beverage market valued at $1.8 trillion as of 2022 (see Zippia.com's March 6, 2023 article). Non-alcoholic beverage revenue in the U.S. is $447.4 billion and has grown significantly over the past couple of years. Water remains the most popular non-alcoholic U.S. beverage. Bottled water is the fastest-growing segment of the beverage industry, has an expected annual compound growth rate of 7.4%, and accounts for 24% of all U.S. beverage consumption.
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Greene Concepts, Inc. (http://www.greeneconcepts.com) is a publicly traded company whose purpose is to provide the world with high-quality, healthy and enhanced beverage choices that meet the nutritional needs of its consumers while refreshing their mind, body and spirit. The Company's flagship product, BE WATER, is a premium artesian bottled water that supports total body health and wellness. Greene Concepts' beverage and bottling plant is located in Marion, North Carolina, and their water is ethically sourced from seven spring and artesian wells that are fed from a natural aquifer located deep beneath the Blue Ridge Mountains. Greene Concepts continues to develop and market premium beverage brands designed to enhance the daily lives of consumers.
Safe Harbor: This Press Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a few uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the company's current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the company's business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and OTC Markets, Inc. OTC Disclosure and News Service. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, because of new information, future events or otherwise.
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INKW: What Investors Need to Know About This Beverage’s Market Stock
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Greene Concepts, Inc. (OTC: INKW) is building national brands with its Be Water natural artesian spring bottled water and its line of CBD-infused Happy Mellow beverages.
INKW sources the Company’s growing Be Water brand of artesian spring bottled water from self-replenishing artesian spring wells at its bottling plant in Marion, North Carolina. This is an OTC company breaking out in the $94 billion U.S. bottled water market. Be Water has an upscale taste and contains healthy natural hydrating mineral benefits derived from self-replenishing artesian wells in a sub-tropical rain forest in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The brand contains positive minerals like magnesium and calcium, which support stronger bones, muscles, and nerve functionality.
According to Statista, 88% of Americans drink bottled water every day. Average consumption is 47 gallons per capita. Globally, it is a market estimated at $510 billion, growing its large base at a 6.8% CAGR, according to GlobeNewswire. Worldwide, Precedence Research estimates the bottled water market at $500.7 billion by 2030 and growing worldwide at a 9.7% CAGR.
INKW Is Growing Beverage Industry in Sales, Brands and Geography
INKW's breakthrough brands are causing a stir in the bottled beverage industry. It has only been on the market for a year because it debuted at the start of COVID, when retailers refused to add new products or even meet with vendors in person. All that has changed.
Lenny Greene, INKW CEO, says the Be Water brand of bottled water is now sold in more than 800 retail stores, a massive growth in its footprint. These include convenience stores, food chains, and all 185 Camping World stores in 42 states, plus 55 Amazon Fulfillment Centers nationally (up from 27 Amazon fulfillment centers at the start of 2022). At Amazon, it has doubled its presence after selling out on its first day at this online retail monster.
MDI Distributors recently placed orders for Be Water to be sold in their 400 independent stores as well as 80+ Lowes Foods Stores throughout the Southeast region of the country.
This is the first large-scale grocery distribution deal for Be Water and vastly increases Be Water point-of-sale opportunities. Locally, the Get Be Water distribution team has sold to more than 70 retailers near the Marion, NC, bottling plant, and that number continues to rise. As announced in an October 2022 news release, the Get Be Water team is expanding awareness and interest in Be Water throughout North Carolina and neighboring states. This all adds up to more future sales for INKW.
BE Water Is Growing With its New Six-Pack Configuration
In part, this was all made possible by Be Water’s new six-pack configuration, which is popular for many retailers. For retailers served by MDI, such as Lowes Foods, six packs can be easily replenished on the shelves. To consumers, the new size means a lower cost entry point, allowing the brand to reach more customers as it gains exposure.
Geographically, Be Water’s reach is growing and being distributed through Horizon Beverage, the second largest distributor to liquor stores in the Northeast. Horizon distributes to some 1,600 stores, and they will be selling INKW’s new 16.9 oz. Be Water six-pack configuration to their retailers. Why liquor stores? Horizon’s retailers have been waiting for the six-packs because they realize their customers desire high-quality and healthy Be Water to mix with their upscale liquor brands. This will reinforce greater brand exposure in the Boston-area Massachusetts/New England region of the U.S.
INKW Owns Nearly $6 Million In Assets
INKW is a fully reporting company (see INKW’s OTC Markets page) whose stock trades at a market cap of approximately $8.9 million. The Company has close to $6 million in assets. Green Concepts owns, free and clear, a 60,000 sq. ft. bottling and beverage facility as well as the plant equipment. “We own it in full. We don’t have a mortgage or any payments,” Greene says. “All of it is paid for. This is an amazing accomplishment.”
An expansion of the plant from its current size of 60,000 square feet to 20,000 additional square feet of space is anticipated as INKW is in the process of expanding and adding more capacity to its Marion, N.C., facility. This will result in a total of 80,000 sq. ft. for its bottling facility. It has already secured quotes from an architect and a construction engineer.
Following the Company's acquisition of the bottling plant in 2019, Ken Porter, a 30-year veteran of the beverage and bottling industries, revitalized and relaunched the facility. This included the maintenance, repair, cleaning, and rebuild of the existing assembly line equipment previously owned and operated by the previous plant ownership, which had not been used for several years.
More recently, in 2022, the plant had been upgraded with new LED lighting, an enhanced parking lot, new interior and exterior painting, and an improved roadway. “We also installed a new roof with an American flag on top as a proud U.S. manufacturer”, Greene says. In addition, INKW invested in gallon-sized production equipment to add a second line for the company and third-party production, which will commence shortly.
INKW plans to increase the Company’s revenue potential with the addition of a high-speed production line. That will grow its current production capacity of 192 million bottles (8 million 24-pack cases) to new levels, designed to meet the expanding needs of its larger and expanding retail customer base, Greene says.
Happy Mellow Is INKW’s Entry Into CBD-Infused Beverage Industry
INKW is a feisty entrant into the CBD infused beverage industry. It has entered the fast-growing CBD-infused beverage business with its Happy Mellow immune-support brand. The line has three flavors: Plum Punch, Lemon Lime, and Blood Orange. INKW retains an executive chef from the hemp industry to help formulate new flavors, Greene says. Greene adds that four more flavors are on his drawing board for future growth of the brand.
The CBD market industry is estimated to reach $14.6 billion by 2026. Facts and Factors has its CAGR at 27.5% between 2021-2026. Vantage Market Research pegs it at a 21.35% CAGR between 2022 and 2028, when it is forecasted to reach an industry total of $47.22 billion by the end of the research period.
INKW has developed an online presence for its Be Water and Happy Mellow brands with a leading Beverage Industry Media Company and industry authority BevNET, Greene says. Happy Mellow was featured in BevNET’s widely read September/October 2022 issue.
INKW: A Charitable Company
This is also a charitable and disaster aid-sensitive company. INKW knows its responsibilities and participates in disaster recovery efforts by donating and shipping truckloads of water to natural disaster sites and city or county emergency response programs. INKW has a history of making multiple bottled water donations around the country to assist those in need. These included relief during recent emergencies in Texas, Kentucky, California, and Mississippi. This is a Company that knows how to give back and step in when a crisis hits a community (see Greene Concepts Charitable Giving page).
CONCLUSION
INKW is an emerging brand maker and bottler in the multi-billion dollar beverage industry. INKW is growing, both with its unique Be Water branded artesian spring water and their CBD-infused beverage line. INKW sells to all Camping World stores as well as 55 Amazon Fulfillment Centers, doubling its previous count of 27. It now sells in over 800 retail stores and recently closed on an agreement with its first large-scale grocery chain. Be Water is growing in sales and footprint nationwide. Happy Mellow is selling robustly in the fast-growing CBD beverage sector. For increased sales volume and a stronger retail presence, INKW plans to expand its plants and improve the infrastructure.
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Picture of Be Water in Lowes as of this morning...
$INKW 6 Packs now rolling out on store shelves. https://t.co/fXG0TaGNJX
— Greene Concepts, Inc (@GreeneConcepts) March 27, 2023
Here is the link to Greene Concepts' Tweet about the BevNET post --
@BevNET Thank you for reposting the $INKW PR https://t.co/27rdEKFmH0 pic.twitter.com/2kXQYKeHcn
— Greene Concepts, Inc (@GreeneConcepts) March 22, 2023
Yesterday's PR now on BevNET.
https://www.bevnet.com/news/2023/greene-concepts-secures-new-retail-distribution-to-five-hundred-grocery-stores
About BevNET.com, Inc. - https://www.bevnet.com/about-us
BevNET.com is the leading food and beverage-oriented media company, producing a web site, podcasts, print magazine, and live conference series. The company was founded in 1996 by John Craven, with its mission to offer, through products in a variety of media, the best, most comprehensive forum for news coverage, expertise, partnership and support for all members of the beverage community.
Since its inception, BevNET.com has become a recognized authority on the beverage industry. BevNET.com and its employees are often used as sources for media publications looking for industry information, including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Detroit Free Press, CNBC and Wired Magazine.
BevNET has offices in Newton, MA, New York, NY, and San Diego, CA.
Greene Concepts Secures New Retail Distribution to Five Hundred Grocery Stores
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Marion, North Carolina, March 21, 2023 — McapMediaWire –– Greene Concepts, Inc. (OTC: INKW) is pleased to announce it has finalized a retail and distribution agreement with Merchants Distributors (MDI) and Lowes Foods. Both entities will shelf and carry BE WATER’sTM new six-pack configurations throughout the Eastern U.S. with a reach of nearly 500 grocery outlets. Distribution to the new retailers occurs March through late-April.
The agreement includes 400 independent stores covered by MDI and 80+ Lowes Foods Stores throughout the region. 380 of the 650 MDI stores will utilize BE WATER planograms, a schematic tool used to plan a retail store layout. Planograms place special attention on product placement and displays, as well as point-of-sale locations.
Brian Adkins, Greene Concepts Sales Consultant, notes, “We have worked aggressively to achieve the first large-scale grocery distribution deal for BE WATER. MDI and Lowes Foods are fantastic partners and I am very pleased that they see the value in bringing on our BE WATER six-packs. It takes time to secure retail relationships and share with distributors and retailers the benefits of BE WATER and its appeal to consumers. We have been able to secure both accounts resulting in the aggressive movement of BE WATER production and distribution. This is a significant step forward for us all.”
Brian Adkins continues, “We have almost tripled Greene Concepts’ footprint of BE WATER throughout the country to bring the total store count of BE WATER to over 800 stores nationally. The availability of six-packs increases the entry point for consumers to purchase BE WATER at a reduced cost. Because of MDI and Lowes Foods, BE WATER will be seen and purchased by a larger audience before the end of April and I could not be happier for the company, our customers, and especially for Greene Concepts shareholders. Thank you for continuing to believe in us and in our progression together.”
Lenny Greene, CEO of Greene Concepts, states, “The timing of these new distribution and retail deals coincides with the release of our new six-pack configuration which passed our sample tests and will come off the line in full production and begin reaching MDI and Lowes Foods stores in March with availability at each of their locations by the end of April. We are thrilled to have our BE WATER product line reach new audiences while vastly increasing our revenues and product reach. I would like to give a special thanks to Brian for making this happen and am blessed to have him as part of the Greene Concepts team. I also thank MDI, Lowes Foods, and their parent company Alex Lee for trusting us as a premium beverage supplier.”
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About Merchants Distributors (MDI), LLC
Merchants Distributors (MDI) is a privately-owned wholesale grocery store distributor headquartered in Hickory, NC. MDI supplies over 600 retail food stores with food and non-food items in 12 Eastern states to include NC, SC, GA, TN, VA, AL, WV, OH, FL, PA, MD, and KY. MDI has been supplying retail supermarkets for over 90 years. In addition to full-service distribution to supermarkets in 12 East Coast states, MDI offers cold storage to manufacturers, provides digital services for retail, has a large format print facility, and exports to over 30 countries. The company has a strong customer focus and offers a variety of services to help their customers succeed.
https://www.mdi.com/
About Lowes Foods, LLC
Founded in 1954, Lowes Foods employs nearly 9,000 people and operates more than 80 full-service supermarkets in the Carolinas with an annual revenue of $1.6 billion. Locally owned and operated, Lowes Foods is truly a homegrown company committed to bringing community back to the table, by providing customers with the freshest and most innovative local products from local suppliers. Lowes Foods operates independently while purchasing through MDI for their distribution. This also includes several Just$ave stores. To learn more, visit https://www.lowesfoods.com/ or follow Lowes Foods on Facebook or Twitter. Lowes Foods, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Alex Lee, Inc.
About Alex Lee, Inc.
Founded in 1931, Alex Lee is a family-owned and operated company that employs nearly 10,000 people. It serves as the parent company of Merchants Distributors, LLC, which provides full-service, wholesale distribution to supermarkets across the Southeastern United States. In addition, Alex Lee is the parent company of Lowes Foods as well as Just$ave food stores in North Carolina. Alex Lee, Inc. is based in Hickory, NC. For more information, please visit https://www.alexlee.com.
About Greene Concepts, Inc.
Greene Concepts, Inc. (http://www.greeneconcepts.com) is a publicly traded company whose purpose is to provide the world with high-quality, healthy and enhanced beverage choices that meet the nutritional needs of its consumers while refreshing their mind, body and spirit. The Company’s flagship product, BE WATER, is a premium artesian bottled water that supports total body health and wellness. Greene Concepts’ beverage and bottling plant is located in Marion, North Carolina, and their water is ethically sourced from seven spring and artesian wells that are fed from a natural aquifer located deep beneath the Blue Ridge Mountains. Greene Concepts continues to develop and market premium beverage brands designed to enhance the daily lives of consumers.
Safe Harbor: This Press Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a few uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the company’s current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the company’s business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and OTC Markets, Inc. OTC Disclosure and News Service. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, because of new information, future events or otherwise.
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INKW, Newcomer to Beverages Market, Sees Itself as A ‘Legacy’ Stock
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/inkw-newcomer-beverages-market-sees-090000837.html
Lenny Greene, CEO of Greene Concepts, Inc. (OTC: INKW) sees the Company’s stock as a long-term hold for patient investors.
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INKW’s ‘Key Gem’ Asset Is Its Location Over Seven Spring and Artesian Wells
Greene sees entrepreneurial Company INKW as a long-term hold for patient investors. “This is a legacy stock,” Greene says. “Our asset is our unique tasting artesian water, sourced from seven wells in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina for an unlimited supply of fresh natural artesian water.”
Greene oversees production at a 60,000 sq. ft. bottling plant in Marion, N.C. The real asset is it sits on 155 acres over a self-refreshing, series of seven spring and artesian wells. Locals call its production ‘sweet water,’ Greene says. "Most major brands of water are sourced from filtered metropolitan tap water that you wash your dishes with. As those supplies are under pressure especially on the west coast, in terms of limited supplies, our water will be seen as plentiful, healthier, naturally hydrating, and sweeter tasting.”
Greene calls the location the 'key gem’ of INKW. It is virtually a sub-tropical rain forest in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, he says.
'Location, location, location’ is a real estate term, but in this instance INKW says it is in a rare position geographically to grow share in the bottled water industry.
Bottled Water Market: $500.7 billion by 2030 Growing At 9.7% CAGR
Greene Concepts seems to be in the right market at the right time as immense growth has occurred and is expected to continue in the bottled water industry. According to Statistics, 88% of Americans drink bottled water every day. Average consumption is 47 gallons per capita. Worldwide it is estimated at $510 billion, but on a large base growing at a 6.8% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), according to GlobeNewswire. Worldwide, Precedence Research estimates the bottled water market at $500.7 billion by 2030. It finds it is growing globally at a 9.7% CAGR. Asia Pacific is the fastest growing region, due to lack of drinkable water, while North America is today’s leading region. This is a $22.175 billion market in the US growing at an 8.42% CAGR. Greene Concepts seems to be capturing increased market share on a daily basis as it expands its product reach both locally and nationally.
INKW Be Water Marketing Only One Year After COVID Lockdown
INKW’s Be Water brand competes in an extremely large market estimated at $505.19 billion globally by 2028 by Grand View Research as a relative newcomer. It launched its water line just as the COVID-19 lockdowns began, Greene recalls, meaning that retailers were reluctant to see vendors in person or add new lines to their shelves.
"As a result, we are only about one year into marketing the Be Water line,” and we are in over 800 stores nationally, Greene says. “If investors are patient, this could be a multi-generational hold with a big payoff.”
Startup Snapple Grew Exponentially After It Was Acquired
Take Snapple, for example. Now it is marketed within the Dr. Pepper Snapple Group by parent Cadbury Schweppes. The brand began as a startup in 1972 on Long Island, NY in the natural foods industry. What started as a real brewed tea, is now an established multi-drink brand owned by a major bottler. It was first sold to Quaker Oats and later to Cadbury Schweppes. Now it is a member of the multi-billion dollar, multi-brand Dr. Pepper Snapple Group headquartered in Plano, TX.
Brian Adkins, named National Sales Director of Greene Concepts, was actually an employee at Snapple — and recalls the exploding sales history for Dr. Pepper’s Snapple. He is hoping it will happen again. Be Water is his first artesian well-sourced water brand, he says. He has a background in selling both Snapple and Sunkist beverages.
Greene Concepts Initiates Additional Resource Procurement for Growth
Greene Concepts is working to initiate additional bottling plant infrastructure and company growth. This includes new aspects for engineering and prototyping, marketing, production, increasing working capital reserves, and satisfying other corporate expenses.
This strategy follows a pattern of Greene upgrading the bottling plant facility and planning to expand the facility by 20,000 sq. ft. as it grows capacity and increases bottling configurations to reach a total of 80,000 sq. ft. To become more cost-efficient as it expands its production configurations, INKW is also seeking to produce its own bottles rather than purchase them from an outsource manufacturer. INKW created multiple SKUs for its Be Water to accommodate sales to and appeal to an increased amount of local, regional, and national retailers. These SKUs include 6-packs, 12-packs, 24-packs, and gallon sizes. Additional growth capacity equates to increased white-labeling for other companies where INKW bottles water for other companies for a fee which further increases INKW revenues.
Greene says a possible payoff to investors may come when and if an exit strategy is executed in the far future—a possible sale of its unique Be Water brand to a larger beverage player. That may or may not happen.
‘Happy Mellow’ Is Greene’s New Brand for CBD Infused Beverages
INKW is not only upgrading its bottling plant, it also recently debuted its new 'Happy Mellow’ CBD Infused Beverage brand. It is a three-flavor brand sold online in Lemon Lime, Plum Punch and Blood Orange Acai flavors that delivers all-natural nutrients quickly throughout the body.
Currently, Happy Mellow can be sold in 35 states, but conventional retailers are reluctant to place it on their shelves because of CBD regulations. As a result, today it is sold online, with the store rollout just beginning—and with a bright future ahead of it, Greene says.
The company sees incredible opportunity in the CBD industry with its Happy Mellow brand. The CBD-infused water industry is far smaller than the general bottled water business. It is estimated to reach, by comparison, only $14.6 billion by 2026. However, it is faster growing on a smaller base. Facts and Factors has its CAGR at 27.5% between 2021-2026. It remains a wide-open, quick-growing industry still in its infancy. Vantage Market Research pegs it at a 21.35% CAGR 2022-2028, when it is forecasted to reach $47.22 billion by the end of the research period. Greene Concepts plans to use this growth to quickly expand its brand to the new and informed consumer.
This hemp-based CBD beverage sells online but is also popular at individual cannabis retailers, Greene says.
Camping World, Amazon Are Customers of Be Water Brand
The Be Water brand is already being sold by prominent retailer Camping World, which had 185 stores in 2022. Be Water is also in 55 Amazon fulfillment centers (up from the previously reported 27 fulfillment centers). “We are listed on Amazon Prime and have been selling on Amazon for two years. In terms of advertising exposure nationally, it is a very important component for our future growth. It's like free advertising,” Greene says.
CONCLUSION
The bottled water market is here to stay. This multi-billion dollar sector is dominated by major players such as PepsiCo., Coca-Cola and Nestle. They have a history of buying start-up beverage brands with traction and growing them exponentially. Look at what happened to tiny Snapple when it was acquired initially by Quaker Oats and eventually by Cadbury Schweppes. INKW is an emerging growth market start-up in the massive bottled water sector — a perfect candidate for a future acquisition by a larger player. Investors should do more than just place Greene Concepts on their Watch Lists. Instead, as management recommends, they should become involved, show patience, and consider this a long-term hold ‘legacy' investment. This is also a feisty OTC stock Company, entering the CBD infused beverage market at a time when this industry is still in its infancy. CBD infused beverages are, as a sector, smaller than the conventional bottled water sector, but growing at a quicker CAGR, researchers predict. Investors would be well advised that history often repeats itself. When thinking of INKW, think of Snapple’s success when it was acquired as a start-up.Find additional information about Greene Concepts (INKW) at: https://greeneconcepts.com/
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Get Be Water Sales Progression ---
Like I mentioned before things are Buzzing, we are getting more and more recognized - So its just a Matter of time now...We will be in the Big Stores..
— GetBeWater... (@getbewater) March 1, 2023
More Positivity,
— GetBeWater... (@getbewater) February 27, 2023
Just got an order for
25 cases, from a Local Shop, Stay Tuned..💣💥#growthmindset #BeWater pic.twitter.com/0jwwUaNwuA
Go SSET
Go APSI
Nice Be Water cooler design
The GetBeWater Crew's Dream, for all my Locations in the Future.
— GetBeWater... (@getbewater) February 3, 2023
What do you think?
Yes or No????? pic.twitter.com/7OtWhIRPIG
20 Largest Non-Alcoholic Beverage Companies in U.S. (Greene Concepts is Listed as #19)
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/20-biggest-non-alcoholic-beverage-161621901.html
In this piece, we will take a look at the 20 biggest non-alcoholic beverage companies in the U.S. For more companies, head on over to 5 Biggest Non-Alcoholic B...
Greene Concepts Highlights 2022 Accomplishments and 2023 Long Term Growth
https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/01/18/2591146/0/en/Greene-Concepts-Highlights-2022-Accomplishments-and-2023-Long-Term-Growth.html
Marion, North Carolina, Jan. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Greene Concepts, Inc. (OTC Pink: INKW) is pleased to announce significant accomplishments for the year 2022 and major developments for substantial long-term advancement in 2023.
REPORT TO OUR SHAREHOLDERS:
Greene Concepts continued its strategic and exponential growth in 2022 and is strongly positioned for an upcoming year of company expansion, retail opportunity, and projected exponential top-line growth. The company expansion consists of a building expansion, new equipment installation, and new employee hires to support upcoming operational and sales growth. Enlarging retail relationships while nurturing current relationships along with white labeling for other companies is also a focus.
As a company we continue to follow a clear and bold path on our quest to be a premier beverage provider throughout the country as we continue to boost our beverage lines. Our water, sourced from the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, offers consumers one of the smoothest and best tasting water brands on the market.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS:
Revenues for the Quarterly Period Ending October 31, 2022 were $292,072, indicating a substantial increase compared to the same quarter the previous year of $95,432. This is a sales increase of over 300%.
Our current total assets of $5,960,052 (see Quarterly Period Ending October 31, 2022) includes our bottling plant and internal manufacturing, production, and loading assets.
2022 ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Launched the Happy Mellow Immune Support Beverage – Following its initial production run, Greene Concepts initiated its second major brand as an immune support CBD beverage while offering three distinct flavors online within a growing industry.
Hired Company National Sales Director Brian Adkins – Mr. Adkins coordinates all company expansion efforts in terms of national and regional retail chain accounts, partnerships, and growth. He brings to the position over 20-years in the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) space, and he has brought to market goliath brands such as Snapple and Sunkist.
Achieved Retail Growth by Local Distributor Get Be Water – Announced in an October 20, 2022 news release, the Get Be Water team is focused on expanding sales in retailers near the bottling plant throughout North Carolina and surrounding states. Find recent updates on the Get Be Water Twitter page and the Get Be Water Facebook page.
Upgraded and Modernized Marion, NC Bottling Plant – The company advanced its roadway, parking lot, painted the building’s interior/exterior, upgraded the inside lighting with LEDs, and purchased an enhanced forklift.
Hired New Plant Supervisor Steve Bortz – Mr. Bortz will supervise production efforts at the Marion, NC bottling plant (reporting directly to the plant manager Mr. Ken Porter). Mr. Bortz comes to the position with a decade of experience in manufacturing operations and management.
Enlarged BE WATER sales Into all Florida Turnpike Service Center locations served by nearly three million commuters each day.
Developed BevNET Online Presence For Greene Concepts’ Brands – The company captured the release of its BE WATER and Happy Mellow brands on BevNET’s website along with several news releases to include Happy Mellow. Happy Mellow appears on page 32 of BevNET’s September/October, 2022 issue (also available here). BevNET is a leading food and beverage-oriented media company and a recognized authority in the beverage industry.
Solidified Agreement with Lunchbox Distribution, LLC to Distribute Happy Mellow CBD to 1,500 retail locations.
Updated Labeling – All product SKUs, to include the forthcoming 6-packs, contain updated nutrition label information as noted in the January 19, 2022 news release.
Donated bottled water to Jackson, KY and in Partnership with Camping World, Provided Water to Jackson, Mississippi.
Activated Product Locator Launch – As captured in the February 3, 2022 news release, 2022 saw the release of the company’s product locator tab on the company’s BeWaterBeYou webpage. This tab allows consumers to find current retail locations selling BE WATER throughout the country.
Unveiled Company’s BE WATER E-Commerce Merchandise Store – Offers the display and purchase of company promotional products as noted in the August 26, 2022 news release.
Expanded to 27 Amazon Fulfillment Centers - Encourages faster purchase and delivery of BE WATER via Amazon.
Introduced STAY CBD Hemp Beverage Line Online Purchasing Platform - Created as a new division of Greene Concepts in 2021, the STAY brand extends the company’s product SKUs and offers a new brand of refreshment and bodily performance.
FORTHCOMING 2023 PRODUCTS AND EVENTS:
Hydration App – Partnering with Metatron Inc. to create a hydration app to allow users to manage their health, awareness, and hydration.
6-Pack, 12-Pack, and Gallon Production – The company first announced its forthcoming six-pack configuration in January, 2022 along with its one-gallon production capabilities. The manufacturing line will also consist of 12-pack designs. The multiple configuration sizes in concert with our standard 24-pack water bottles, increases the company’s SKU numbers and further supports our movement into large national retailers which require 6 and 12 pack designs. This positions Greene Concepts to support the many larger scale retailers interested in BE WATER who do their slotting and plan-o-grams in February. Many retailers have requested the company’s development of 6-pack and 12-pack configurations to bring on BE WATER. Greene Concepts goals include penetrating as many large retailers as possible with every product SKU to include BE WATER’s 24-packs, 6-packs, 12-packs, and gallon production along with Happy Mellow and any new company brands.
20,000 sq ft addition to the bottling plant – Greene Concepts is preparing to expand the manufacturing facility by 20,000 sq ft. This will make it a 75,000 sq ft beverage and bottling facility upon completion. The building expansion will increase the space needed for operational growth while affording Greene Concepts the space needed to install a high-speed line to keep up with production demand. The architect and engineer have been retained, and GCI is in the initial phase of planning.
High-Speed Line Addition – The company is adding a high-speed line, to blow (develop) its own bottles to get cost-of-goods-sold (COGS) lower thereby giving the company more profits and allowing the production of a greater number of bottles faster than ever to support increased demand.
Hiring of Seven Full-time Company Onsite Employees – As sales continue to grow throughout 2023, Greene Concepts will hire additional line workers at the Marion, NC bottling plant to support a second production shift.
Corporate Audit – As noted in the company’s April 19, 2022 press release, the company is working with its corporate auditor to complete a complex two year financial audit toward becoming a fully reporting company.
Lenny Greene, CEO of Greene Concepts highlights, "We accomplished a tremendous amount in 2022 and there are many reasons for optimism in 2023. We will multiply our partnerships and distribution channels toward profitable growth thereby increasing sales penetration to convenience stores, retailers, and small businesses. Sales and revenue and our fiscal growth will continue to be captured on our annual and quarterly financials. We are on pace to achieve each of our corporate goals.”
The global bottled water market is currently valued at $303.9 billion and expected to reach $509.2 billion by 2030.
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About Greene Concepts, Inc.
Greene Concepts, Inc. (http://www.greeneconcepts.com) is a publicly traded company whose purpose is to provide the world with high-quality, healthy and enhanced beverage choices that meet the nutritional needs of its consumers while refreshing their mind, body and spirit. The Company’s flagship product, BE WATER, is a premium artesian bottled water that supports total body health and wellness. Greene Concepts’ beverage and bottling plant is located in Marion, North Carolina, and their water is ethically sourced from seven spring and artesian wells that are fed from a natural aquifer located deep beneath the Blue Ridge Mountains. Greene Concepts continues to develop and market premium beverage brands designed to enhance the daily lives of consumers.
Safe Harbor: This Press Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a few uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the company's current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the company's business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and OTC Markets, Inc. OTC Disclosure and News Service. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, because of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Current bottling plant action items on Get Be Water Twitter page -
Good Day, Hope All are Well....#growthmindset #PositiveVibesOnly #BeWater pic.twitter.com/W1zRYlP7gf
— GetBeWater... (@getbewater) January 13, 2023
New Quarterly Report Released on 12/13/2022:
https://www.otcmarkets.com/otcapi/company/financial-report/355281/content
Below are some key numbers from the report.
Three Months Ended October 31
2022 2021
REVENUES:
Sales $ 292,072 $ 95,432
TOTAL REVENUE 292.072 95,432
COST OF SALES 238,921 146,583
GROSS MARGIN 53,151 (51,151)
OPERATING EXPENSES:
Marketing & Advertising 31,979 156,012
Brand Consulting 108,048 -
Administrative expenses 36,092 12,664
Professional Fees 194,064 154,890
Depreciation 17,241 17,241
Taxes 1,395 5,220
Plant Maintenance 5,760 8,706
Total Operating expenses 394,579 354,733
NET OPERATING INCOME/ (LOSS) (341,428) (405,884)
OTHER INCOME/(EXPENSES)
Interest Income 98 36
Finance and interest fees (66,889) (8,098)
Total Other Income/(Expenses) (66,791) (8,062)
NET INCOME/ (LOSS) $ (408,219) $ (413,946)
Basic and Diluted Loss per Common Share $ (0.000193) $ (0.00019)
Weighted Average Number of Common
Shares Outstanding
2,114,667,515 2,122,000,848
Go SSET
Nice growth.
From the Get Be Water Team:
Let's Now Welcome,
— GetBeWater... (@getbewater) December 7, 2022
Luisa's Italian Restaurant in Marion, NC To the
"Be Water" Family,
Like Italian Food, let Frank hook you up. 🇮🇹 🍕 pic.twitter.com/kFtbPgXqtG
Get Be Water Tweet about local Holiday Inn...
More Positivity,
— GetBeWater... (@getbewater) November 29, 2022
Holiday Inn Express,
Just got 5 cases delivered That were ordered last week, They Say; their Guests Love being able to just go down to the lobby and get some Be Water,
anytime they want. 😎 pic.twitter.com/MGVmMa7HKM
Good Day All,
— GetBeWater... (@getbewater) November 21, 2022
GetBeWater Crew's,
The Get "Be Water" - "Know and Grow" Plans.
For the Up Coming Months/Year... pic.twitter.com/VHdpwxe10C
Get Be Water Team at local McDowell job fair today near the bottling plant.
McDowell Tech, Job Fair
— GetBeWater... (@getbewater) November 17, 2022
We are her till 6pm.... pic.twitter.com/T60lwMKZY1
Come Check Out the
— GetBeWater... (@getbewater) November 17, 2022
Back to Work Job Fair @ McDowell Tech till 6pm.
A lot of Employers waiting on you, Stop by my table Get some "Cold Be Water"
and a Free Journal... pic.twitter.com/YvJmQyWeUQ
Hoping for a turnaround here
Go APSI
Attorney Letter Posted Today on OTC Markets Re: INKW Annual Report -
https://www.otcmarkets.com/otcapi/company/financial-report/349824/content
Greene Concepts Positions Bottling Plant for Increased Sales and Onsite Support
https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2022/10/27/2543036/0/en/Greene-Concepts-Positions-Bottling-Plant-for-Increased-Sales-and-Onsite-Support.html
Marion, North Carolina, Oct. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Greene Concepts, Inc. (OTC Pink: INKW) is proud to announce it is actively expanding the size of the bottling plant in Marion, NC. Additionally, the Company is increasing its onsite staffing and support levels. This amplification involves the installation of a new high-speed bottling line allowing the company to produce its own bottles on site along with gallon-sized production while also hiring additional staff for key roles.
The company’s current bottling plant size of 55,000 square feet will be expanded by 20,000 square feet resulting in a total square footage of 75,000 square feet. This increase further supports the company’s August 16, 2022 press release where it announced additional upgrades and modernization to its Marion, NC bottling plant.
Furthermore, the company is installing equipment to support gallon-sized production as noted in its August 24, 2022 press release. The new equipment installations in addition to staff and building square footage additions will strengthen Greene Concepts’ ability to support larger-scale sales orders from small and large retailers across the country along with varying type of packaging sizes to include 6-pack, 12-pack, 24-packs, gallon size, and 1-liter beverages.
Amy McNally, Vice President of Marketing and Sales, notes, “The added square footage to our plant prepares us to manufacture and house additional bottles while increasing our packaging and loading space as we continue to expand to more retailers across the country. In addition, we are preparing to install an additional high-speed line where we will be able to amplify our production capacity while reducing production costs through vertical integration.”
Lenny Greene, CEO of Greene Concepts, states, “In order to support the expansion and high-speed line installation along with our new gallon-sized production equipment, we are hiring an architect along with a civil engineer. The architect will help us create a unique design specific to our bottling plant and develop plans to ensure the building remains functional, safe, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing. The civil engineer will help in the plan, design, and construction of the plant expansion along with ensuring the safety of the building, roadways, parking lot, and water/sewerage systems.”
Mr. Greene continues, “Both hirings will collaborate with us to obtain the proper permits and licenses to ensure structural, electrical, and operational integrity, safety, and governmental compliance. The architect and civil engineer enable us to boost our current plant capabilities and support multiple large-scale national retail orders. Other open positions we are hiring for include assistant plant manager, plant technician, maintenance technician, and line workers for all bottling plant station operations.
Once the Company begins producing plastic bottles in house, manufacturing costs will decrease while speed of manufacturing increases. This adds value to the Company’s production line as well as bottom-line almost immediately which is extremely value-added for our shareholders and for our company revenues.”
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About Greene Concepts, Inc.
Greene Concepts, Inc. (http://www.greeneconcepts.com) is a publicly traded company whose purpose is to provide the world with high-quality, healthy and enhanced beverage choices that meet the nutritional needs of its consumers while refreshing their mind, body and spirit. The Company’s flagship product, BE WATER, is a premium artesian bottled water that supports total body health and wellness. Greene Concepts’ beverage and bottling plant is located in Marion, North Carolina, and their water is ethically sourced from seven spring and artesian wells that are fed from a natural aquifer located deep beneath the Blue Ridge Mountains. Greene Concepts continues to develop and market premium beverage brands designed to enhance the daily lives of consumers.
Safe Harbor: This Press Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a few uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the company's current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the company's business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and OTC Markets, Inc. OTC Disclosure and News Service. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, because of new information, future events or otherwise.
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The store locator on the Be Water Be You page now shows the local stores near the plant selling Be Water.
https://bewaterbeyou.com/a/store-locator/list
Greene Concepts’ Distributor ‘Get Be Water’ Significantly Expands BE WATER Sales Around the Marion, North Carolina Beverage & Bottling Plant
https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2022/10/20/2538743/0/en/Greene-Concepts-Distributor-Get-Be-Water-Significantly-Expands-BE-WATER-Sales-Around-the-Marion-North-Carolina-Beverage-Bottling-Plant.html
Marion, North Carolina, Oct. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Greene Concepts, Inc. (OTC Pink: INKW) is pleased to announce that its local beverage distributor, Get Be Water, has significantly expanded BE WATERTM sales in the local and surrounding areas around the Marion, North Carolina bottling plant.
The Get Be Water team is ensuring widespread awareness and interest for the high-quality BE WATER brand throughout North Carolina and neighboring states. The focus of the team is to bring BE WATER into as many local retailers as possible, and then expand through the rest of North Carolina and into the states of South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, and Georgia.
Amy McNally, VP of Sales and Marketing, states, “The Get Be Water sales team continues to reach new North Carolina retailers that are proud to carry BE WATER. They have established a tremendous rapport with local businesses over the past several months, and their connections include restaurants, supermarkets, hotels, gas stations, gyms, and more.”
Ms. McNally continues, “The Get Be Water team has supported Greene Concepts since the launch of BE WATER. In addition to penetrating the North Carolina market, they are responsible for the company’s ecommerce logistics and have been crossed-trained as ecommerce fulfilment specialists. I could not be happier with the team’s on-going accomplishments, dedication, and the milestones they have helped Greene Concepts achieve.”
Lenny Greene, CEO of Greene Concepts, states, “As our key North Carolina distributor, the Get Be Water team is letting the world know that Greene Concepts embodies prestige, has exceptional customer service, and is primed for monumental growth. Because BE WATER is manufactured and sourced in North Carolina, local retailers can be proud to support a North Carolina business that helps the community and offers a high-quality product to consumers.”
Mr. Greene concludes, “The Get Be Water team emphasizes Local Communities, a Customer Comes First focus, and the knowledge that Great Service goes a long way. The team is vital to the growth of BE WATER into local neighborhood stores and businesses throughout North Carolina. Since this year’s summer campaign, the Get Be Water team has signed up (41) forty-one local businesses near the Marion, NC bottling plant that now carry BE WATER. I could not be prouder of them, and I invite everyone to view the Get Be Water Twitter Page to stay informed of their current happenings and retail additions.”
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About Get Be Water
Corner Connections LLC - dba Get Be Water is proud to announce that it is working with Greene Concepts, Inc. in Marion, NC to bring their BE WATER artesian water brand to local retailers and businesses in and around the North Carolina region. The focus of the company is to share BE WATER with health-conscious consumers so they can enjoy the pure, great, smooth taste of BE WATER and experience its natural health benefits. Be Proud, Buy Local, Stay Local, BE WATER!
https://www.getbewater.com
https://twitter.com/getbewater
https://www.facebook.com/GetBeWater/
About Greene Concepts, Inc.
Greene Concepts, Inc. (http://www.greeneconcepts.com) is a publicly traded company whose purpose is to provide the world with high-quality, healthy and enhanced beverage choices that meet the nutritional needs of its consumers while refreshing their mind, body and spirit. The Company’s flagship product, BE WATER, is a premium artesian bottled water that supports total body health and wellness. Greene Concepts’ beverage and bottling plant is located in Marion, North Carolina, and their water is ethically sourced from seven spring and artesian wells that are fed from a natural aquifer located deep beneath the Blue Ridge Mountains. Greene Concepts continues to develop and market premium beverage brands designed to enhance the daily lives of consumers.
Safe Harbor: This Press Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a few uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the company's current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the company's business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and OTC Markets, Inc. OTC Disclosure and News Service. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, because of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Greene Concepts Contracts with Metatron Inc. to Develop Hydration Tracking App
https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2022/10/06/2529542/0/en/Greene-Concepts-Contracts-with-Metatron-Inc-to-Develop-Hydration-Tracking-App.html
Marion, North Carolina, Oct. 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Greene Concepts, Inc. (OTC Pink: INKW) and Metatron Inc. (OTC Pink: MRNJ) are pleased to announce a collaboration for the development of a new hydration application. Greene Concepts Inc has contracted Metatron Inc. to develop a hydration app to increase consumer health, awareness, and hydration.
The hydration app will allow users to scan and automatically track daily water intake and compare intake to recommended daily needs by personalizing consumer recommendations based on height, weight, and activity level. The user will then view and manage their information via a dashboard available via webpage or mobile device.
Joe Riehl, CEO of Metatron, conveys, “We are developing this application for Greene Concepts as a way for people to ensure proper hydration, promote quality health, and offer ease-of-use in viewing their daily water consumption numbers. One can scan the QR code of major water bottle brands such as Greene Concepts’ BE WATERTM and the information automatically loads and displays into the app based on the size of the bottle. The app will offer a free trial and subscription upgrade for reminders and other premium features to ensure the user is remaining properly hydrated. The is also being designed for the tracking of reverse osmosis water along with the manual input of municipal tap water as desired.”
Mr. Riehl continues, “Because Metatron has vast experience in web properties, mobile applications with over 2,000 apps developed we are the perfect company to design this application for Greene Concepts. The hydration app is being designed to work and connect via webpage, iPhone, android, and through a progressive wrap-around phone website to ensure total connectivity on all platforms. The app will also enable the user to create a profile automatically using: Meta (Facebook), Google, Apple ID, or e-mail.”
Amy McNally, Greene Concepts’ VP of Marketing and Sales, notes, “Water is a vital nutrient and needed for every biological function. Our hydration app will allow users to easily track their water consumption with the goal of optimal health. Metatron is a leader in the next generation of application development, and their talent and experience in app development enables us to develop a user-friendly application with a notable user interface (UI) that is customized for users’ needs. The hydration app is ideal for health-conscious consumers who need a reminder to hydrate throughout the day, or for those optimizing their hydration levels for better health.”
Lenny Greene, CEO of Greene Concepts, states, “In addition to the new hydration app, Greene Concepts is the founder of a new non-profit organization aptly named the Hydration Foundation and is in the process of filing for the Hydration Foundation’s non-profit 501(c)(3) status. The purpose of the foundation is two-fold. First, to educate the public on the importance of hydration and secondly, to assist in water relief efforts during local and regional emergencies throughout the county.”
Mr. Greene continues, “We have set this up as a non-profit because we are not looking for it to be a profit center for Greene Concepts. We would be the foundation’s initial board members but have the goal of adding additional industry professionals to the board as well. This will help us promote hydration, increase foundation awareness, maximize the input, resources, and knowledge from multiple industry leaders”. I would also like to add that regarding the hydration app, Metatron has a long history of being ahead of the technology curve and we are grateful for their support in this endeavor.”
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About Metatron, Inc.
Metatron Inc. is a mobile and web technology pioneer having developed over 2,000 apps on iTunes and Google Play. Metatron harnesses the power of technology to make people’s lives more productive and enjoyable in today’s connected world. Areas of focus include web properties, mobile applications, artificial intelligence, and the NFT/Metaverse.
https://metatronapps.com/
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About Greene Concepts, Inc.
Greene Concepts, Inc. (http://www.greeneconcepts.com) is a publicly traded company whose purpose is to provide the world with high-quality, healthy and enhanced beverage choices that meet the nutritional needs of its consumers while refreshing their mind, body and spirit. The Company’s flagship product, BE WATER, is a premium artesian bottled water that supports total body health and wellness. Greene Concepts’ beverage and bottling plant is located in Marion, North Carolina, and their water is ethically sourced from seven spring and artesian wells that are fed from a natural aquifer located deep beneath the Blue Ridge Mountains. Greene Concepts continues to develop and market premium beverage brands designed to enhance the daily lives of consumers.
Safe Harbor: This Press Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a few uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the company's current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the company's business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission and OTC Markets, Inc. OTC Disclosure and News Service. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, because of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Crown King interview on Oct 13 at 1:15p PST with INKW
$INKW Interview set 10/13/22
— CrownKing👑 (@OnlyCrownKing) October 5, 2022
1:15pm Pst. 🔥🔥