Beverages

As a wholly owned subsidiary, Kona Brewing will remain Hawaii-based, but with enhanced distribution and marketing capabilities.

Facebook celebrated its 500 millionth active user last week, and leading consumer goods companies are putting the social networking site's popularity to good use. Here, CGT presents the Top 20 food and drink brands on Facebook. Did your brands make the cut? If not, learn how these leaders are making social media a competitive advantage.

PepsiCo launched an initiative for its finance function in May 2009 that can serve as a valuable learning model for companies in any industry. Called the PepsiCo Finance University, find out how it provides a better understanding of the company's core financial skills.

Kraft Foods, HJ Heinz and Kellogg make the list of companies with top paid CEOs. However, this marks the first time in the past 20 years that total compensation declined in three consecutive years. Find out who else made the list, including their salaries, shares owned and more.

Restrained consumer spending and continued fears about the economy mean CPG companies must harness the innovation as they look to grow sales. Novel approaches -- like tailoring products for local customer tastes in emerging markets -- are crucial.

An exclusive promotion is part of Target's $3.5 million total 2010 commitment to help combat childhood hunger and its impact on learning.

The new make-at-home smoothies feature all natural ingredients and 120 calories or less per serving.

Bear Naked, Kashi, Odwalla and Clif Bar help collect over 1.5 million wrappers and pay charities nearly $32 K: Works with Elmer's, Scotch Tape, Sharpie, Paper Mate and EXPO brands to clean up the office products industry.