Talking Rain Beverage Co?, makers of Sparkling Ice

If there was an award for moving mountains – it would go to our Rain Makers! Last month, we gathered for our annual all-company Talking Rain Summit, a time close to our heart as a?company where we connected on the "Bold Moves - Big Wins" that our Rain Makers make on and off the field. There was a lot to celebrate with each other and our community! The energy was palpable from the bold moves made like our exciting Sparkling Ice Starburst? flavor collaboration and the "Anything But Subtle" campaign – a campaign that’s sent shock waves through the zeitgeist, to unleashing a whole new program of doing well by doing good. Even Seattle sports broadcaster Jen Mueller and former Seahawk, Doug Baldwin, got in on the fun as, together, we shared the stories that connect us and power of community by assembling children's play maker kits for the Jordan Morris Foundation and Seattle Children's. “To me, our Rain Makers have always been Play Makers, but at the Summit we saw this come to life just like the kids at JMO’s soccer camp, and together made over 1,000 “Play Maker” kits for children newly diagnosed with T1D. This partnership was full circle for us in celebration of making a real impact in the communities in which we live and serve. Way to make it rain, Rain Makers!” – Veronica Blankenship We’re raising a sparkling toast to 2024 and to a bolder, bigger 2025!

Calling all high school seniors ready to make an Anything But Subtle impact! Apply for a Flavorful Futures scholarship, granting $5,000 to five students looking to advance their education. Head to the link below to find out more and fill out the application. ? https://lnkd.in/gTPRhwzQ #SparklingIce #scholarships

Veterans Day allows us to honor those who’ve served our country both in our Rain Maker community and our communities at large, but today’s not the only day we honor these heroes. Through our non-profit partnership with K9s For Warriors, we have made a commitment to honoring their unwavering dedication throughout the year by supporting the training of service dogs for veterans. The most famous service dog we know is Rocky Rhode, a former stray turned service-dog-in-training AND presidential candidate (sponsored by Sparkling Ice!). Rocky’s spokesdog status helped raise awareness of the needs of both veterans and shelter animals around the country, before he decided to put a “paws” on his candidacy to be paired with a U.S. Marine Corps veteran as his dedicated service dog. K9s For Warriors is saving lives at both ends of the leash, and we couldn’t be prouder to be their partner. You can read more about our partnership at https://lnkd.in/g6N_A-VQ Happy Veterans Day, today and every day.

We are excited to announce our partnership with The Jed Foundation (JED), a leading nonprofit that protects emotional and mental health for our nation's teens and young adults. ? The partnership will enable JED’s mental health experts to equip college coaches and athletic directors with resources to meet the diverse needs of their student-athletes through its nationwide workshop, “Championing Mental Health: Winning Strategies for Supporting Student-Athletes.” ? You can read about our partnership here:?https://lnkd.in/gyC2BKu4

Ready for takeoff! ?? Join us at the Talking Rain Beverage Co. booth #548 during IFSA Global from Oct. 28th-30th. Let’s explore how we can bring flavorful sparkle to the skies and cheers to a smooth landing. Looking forward to seeing you there! ? #SparklingIce #IFSAGlobal

In a year that’s been Anything But Subtle, it was an honor to see Sparkling Ice named by the Ad Age-Harris Poll as one of the top 20 brands catching both Gen Z and Boomers’ attention. See what Ad Age had to say about us, our major marketing and product development moves, and our work with nonprofits that are making a positive impact in our communities. Read the full articles here: https://lnkd.in/gNXYEJ9p https://lnkd.in/gjGme5Vn #AnythingButSubtle #SparklingIce #TalkingRain??

As we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we connected with three incredible Rain Makers who have shared their personal stories, traditions, and experiences. "Thank you to Angela Pargas, Oscar Mayorquín, and Lidia G. - their voices have enriched our understanding of this vibrant and diverse culture, reminding us of the importance of connecting, learning, and growing from one another. Together, we're building a stronger, more inclusive community." - Veronica Blankenship Let’s keep the conversations going, the stories flowing, and the learning alive! #HispanicHeritageMonth #People

We believe in creating beverages that aren’t just better for you, they’re on the road to carbon neutral too. Our very own COO, Oscar Mayorquín, shared thoughts with Food Processing magazine about the steps we've taken to improve our sustainability, such as reducing the amount of plastic in our bottles and removing the cardboard trays from our packaging. “As of this year, we’ve been able to eliminate 1.6 million lbs. of plastic, and the impact on our carbon footprint has been tremendous,” said Oscar. Our work is nowhere near done, though. Read the rest of the article to find out more about our ongoing sustainability initiatives: https://lnkd.in/eHfmFwFc #SparklingIce

"At Talking Rain, we're proud to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, recognizing the rich culture, contributions, and achievements of Hispanic and Latinx communities. Inclusivity drives innovation, and we honor the voices, stories, and traditions that shape our collective future." - Liz Carter, Rain Maker Inclusivity Council Chair Join us throughout the month as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with our Rain Makers and RMIC Council! #HispanicHeritageMonth #Culture #People

We're getting noticed at Talking Rain, for all the right reasons. We’re thrilled to share that we've ranked at the top of the Ad Age Harris Poll, naming our Sparkling Ice portfolio of full-flavored, better-for-you beverages among the top five brands capturing cross-generational attention, and highlighting the significance of our new approach to corporate social responsibility. “…Sparkling Ice Energy [4th with GenZ] gained ground as its parent company Talking Rain Beverage Company in June kicked off a campaign in support of Girls on the Run, a non-profit that supports physical and mental health for young girls.” Flagship product Sparkling Ice was similarly recognized as #1 among the boomer generation. This recognition underscores our ability to identify with a diverse consumer base, and bridge generations by what connects us – investment in our communities. Talking Rain focuses on doing well by doing good, committed to sharing our success to support healthy communities, personal wellbeing, and greater inclusivity, and we’re thrilled that our purpose is resonating with crowds of all ages. “This year has been all about bold moves with significant investments in marketing, impactful charitable giving, and a whole lot of full-flavor fun. From our crowd-pleaser collaborations to welcoming new talent into our leadership team and redesigning our iconic bottles, we've expanded our reach and appeal. But what truly inspires us is how we've united Rain Makers and consumers of all ages around shared causes, partnering with incredible non-profits such as Girls on the Run International, K9s For Warriors, The Jed Foundation (JED), and American Cancer Society”,?says Veronica Blankenship, Chief People and Communications Officer. Read more: https://lnkd.in/grkfiuDi #AnythingButSubtle #SparklingIce #TalkingRain #GirlsOnTheRun #HappyPace #K9sForWarriors #JEDFoundation #AmericanCancerSociety