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Posted 18 January, 2024

KONA GOLD BEVERAGE, INC. appointed Jermain Strong as new CEO

OTC:KGKG appointed new Chief Executive Officer Jermain Strong in a 8-K filed on 18 January, 2024.


  On November 30, 2023, Kona Gold Beverages, Inc. (the "Company"), announced that the Board of Directors (the "Board") appointed Jermain Strong to the position of Chief Executive Officer and Director, effective immediately.  

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Overview of KONA GOLD BEVERAGE, INC.
Agriculture • Farming
Kona Gold Beverage, Inc. engages in the development of hemp and cannabidiol (CBD) products in the functional and fitness markets. It operates through the Beverages and Distribution segments. The Beverages segment includes hemp-infused energy drinks, CBD-infused energy water, CBD-infused high-alkaline water, and low carb and low-calorie lemonade. The Distribution segment handles the distribution of beverages and snacks in key markets. The company was founded in March 1997 and is headquartered in Melbourne, FL.
Market Cap
$13.9M
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Relevant filing section
Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.


On November 30, 2023, Kona Gold Beverages, Inc. (the "Company"), announced that the Board of Directors (the "Board") appointed Brandon White to the position of President and Chairman, effective immediately.


Brandon White is a seasoned sales and business development professional with over fifteen years of industry expertise. With a proven track record, he has successfully collaborated with both large corporations and startups to enhance operational efficiencies, cultivate robust relationships, drive sales growth, and expand market share.


Mr. White earned his Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a focus on Economics from UNC Greensboro. Following graduation, he embarked on a remarkable journey, contributing his skills to three Fortune 50 companies, each boasting revenues exceeding $600 million. Throughout his illustrious career, he not only led successful sales teams but also played a pivotal role in establishing them from inception.


Brandon's accomplishments span from transforming conceptual ideas into market-successful products for two companies to catapulting an existing company's revenues from $430,000 to over $12 million in less than 30 months. In a significant role, he managed a business unit that generated earnings surpassing $30 million.


On November 30, 2023, Kona Gold Beverages, Inc. (the "Company"), announced that the Board of Directors (the "Board") appointed Jermain Strong to the position of Chief Executive Officer and Director, effective immediately. He succeeds Robert Clark, who resigned from the Company and the Board on November, 30, 2023, to pursue other interests.


Jermain Strong brings a wealth of experience, including a background in collegiate and professional football, to his role as CEO and Director. His vision for the company involves expanding its reach, leveraging a network of professional athletes to propel Kona Gold Beverage to the forefront of the beverage industry.


On November 30, 2023, Kona Gold Beverages, Inc. (the "Company"), announced that Lori Radcliffe resigned from her position as Chief Financial Officer on November 30, 2023.


On November 30, 2023, Kona Gold Beverages, Inc. (the "Company"), announced that it moved it's Principal Executive Offices to 5585 Schenck Ave Suite 5, Rockledge, FL 32955.