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oxidants, vitamins and amino acids that support dopamine production. Dopamine is the ‘happy hormone’ that helps your mind stay focused, gives you more oomph and elevates your mood. But wait, there’s more…. it’s also non-caffeinated, non-alcoholic, non-GMO and has no artificial sweeteners.

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Since 2017, The Georgia Hemp Company is dedicated to delivering the highest quality hemp products while growing awareness of hemp through education and advocation. GHC is a collaboration of differing backgrounds uniting for a common cause—creating a higher quality of life. The Georgia Hemp Company is a steward for the continued sustainable growth of the hemp industry and to be successful in that effort, we’re always looking to expand our offerings. Every product we sell – foods, beverages, wellness products, ap parel and more – have been carefully vetted by our team for accuracy and quality.

JONATHAN ALEXANDER (561) 358 -1328 jonathan.alexander@mercatus.com

Mercatus drives digital transformation for retailers. With a comprehensive suite of connected commerce solutions, we enhance shopper engagement, personalization, and loyalty for retail businesses of all sizes. Our goal is to help retailers strengthen retention, attract customers, and drive omnichan nel growth. Embark on the digital transformation journey and unleash the full potential of your retail business with Merca tus.

BRIAN ROSEN (800) 336-7558 brian.rosen@risklimiter.com

NICHOLAS REICHENBACH (403) 462-8081 nicholas@flowhydration.com

RiskLimiter by Gleason Technology is “A Platform for All Things Inspected” specializing in digitizing risk & operational inspections, focusing on workers comp, general liability, food safety & quality control auditing. RiskLimiter’s suite of appli cations creates a safer and more efficient working environ ment, mitigates risk, and eliminates human error. Our robust suite of products and real time cloud database is designed to be user-friendly and meet all the necessary demands for the retail food and hospitality industries.

In 2015, Nicholas Reichenbach saw a mountain of discarded plastic water bottles as he left Burning Man. Instead of just shaking his head at the problem, he resolved to find a solu tion. That’s how Flow was born. Since starting with a single family-owned artesian spring in Canada, Flow has grown rapidly. And our commitment to providing naturally alkaline, naturally delicious spring water without the plastic bottle has grown as well. As a Certified B Corporation, Flow meets the highest social and environmental standards. From our recyclable, 68-75% renewable packaging to our minimal use of natural resources, Flow is constantly working to provide sustainable hydration and to protect our planet for genera tions to come.

BEN MOTTESHEARD (678) 982-2411 bmottesheard@watersourceone.com

Water Source One is a leading provider of Private Label Bot tled Water across the US for many of the nation’s leading re tailers. Water Source One also owns the leading infant water brand in the US, Nursery Water. We service retailers leading regional brands as well in both gallon and small package sizes, with Crystal Springs, Kentwood Springs, Sparklett’s, and Hinckley Springs among our most popular and long-last ing brands. Water Source One is a privately held company based in Austin, TX but deep roots in Georgia with the Crystal Springs brand.

STEVE GREANIAS (818) 970-8862 steveg@1stphorm.com

1st Phorm is a Nationwide leader in Sports Nutrition and is redefining the Better for You convenience category. Every product we develop is created with the mission to help real people get real long term results. Our Energy Drinks are powered with Natural Caffeine from Green Tea for Energy, a unique blend of Nootropics for Mental Focus, and an elec trolyte blend for physical performance. 1st Phorm not only delivers on ingredients but has a smooth taste that leaves customers wanting more! 1st Phorm has built a Nationwide customer base with over 1.2 Million followers on Instagram

KELLY GAGE-COLE (470) 385-9322 kelly@illicitelixirs.com

Illicit Elixirs is a new line of functional beverages made with real fruit juice, fizzy bubbles and a proprietary blend of anti

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