Clorox Co.

Just like the consumer goods success stories before them, each one of CGT's 20 standout SMB companies demonstrates the vision and determination needed to drive exponential growth and deliver innovative product offerings.

The Clorox Company releases new Green Works brand of natural cleaning products and celebrates an alliance with the Sierra Club that will help deliver the organization's environmental message to mainstream consumers interested in living a more natural lifestyle.

Dreyer's makes executive changes, including: Tony Sarsam is named executive vice president of sales and operations, and Rhonda Ramlo is named executive vice president of marketing, replacing Tyler Johnston who will be retiring this summer after 20 years with the company.

The Clorox Company introduces Green Works cleaners, a line of natural cleaning products that are as effective as conventional cleaners but made from plant-based ingredients.

The consumer goods industry saw a lot of market altering news in 2007.

Ruiz Foods mazimizes market share and promotional dollars

This week, The Clorox Company announced it will acquire Burt's Bees, a brand that is regarded among many consumers who purchase natural personal care products as the "most natural" personal care brand and as the leading natural brand in the United States.

The Blackstone Group enters into a definitive agreement to acquire Pinnacle Foods Group Inc., a manufacturer, marketer and distributor of branded food products in the United States and Canada, for approximately $2.16 billion in cash.