In this episode of In With the New, Avril Tomlin-Hood interviews Tanya Olsen, founder of Pacific Gold Beverage Corp. where they discuss Tanya’s journey in launching Gold Soda and Gold Spritz.
17 minutes | Apr. 23, 2025
In this episode of In With the New, Avril Tomlin-Hood interviews Tanya Olsen, founder of Pacific Gold Beverage Corp. Tanya shares her journey in launching Gold Soda and Gold Spritz, emphasizing their low-sugar, low-calorie, and organic ingredients. She also discusses the company’s commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing.
Gold Soda prides itself on being different from other low-sugar brands because they use a blend of fair trade organic cane sugar and monk fruit to sweeten their beverages. In order to be more eco-friendly, Gold Soda focuses on environmentally friendly packaging, and supporting initiatives that promote conservation and community development.
Discover more about Gold Soda’s unique products and their mission to create beverages that empower people to enjoy a healthy, vibrant lifestyle without sacrificing flavor.
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02:08 Monk Fruit as a Sweetener
05:01 Standing Out in the Marketplace
07:43 Consumer Communication and Transparency
09:04 Expansion Plans Beyond BC
13:37 Family Business Dynamics
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