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A former Kellogg’s and PepsiCo exec is betting women’s snack innovation can move beyond the protein bar. 🍬

Nicky Jackson’s new brand Lioness launched in more than 1,900 Target stores with functional gummy snacks designed around energy, cravings and relaxation. The brand is positioning itself in the nutrition bar aisle, where Jackson sees a white space for portable, lower-calorie options tailored to women’s needs. 🛒

Read more about Lioness’ launch strategy, formulation choices and where the brand is headed next at the link in the first comment below 👇



https://www.nosh.com/news/2026/lioness-founder-believes-women-deserve-more-than-another-protein-bar?utm_social=fb_nosh

Final Boss Sour has raised $4 million as the gaming-themed candy brand prepares for a major retail expansion. 🎮🍬

The Science Inc.-incubated brand is set to roll out to Walmart, Target, 7-Eleven, Kroger and other national retailers through the fall, using the new capital to support shelf growth, innovation and collaborations. The three-year-old company says its digital-first playbook, built around community, content and monthly launches, has helped drive early retail momentum.

Read more on the funding round and what’s next for the sour snack brand at the link in the first comment below 👇



https://www.nosh.com/news/2026/final-boss-sour-raises-4m-ahead-of-walmart-target-expansion?utm_social=fb_nosh