Acquisition is company’s second in the United States. 

Founder is trying to gain traction with consumers who want a natural boost.

Funds continue to support early-stage consumer brands.

Advantage Capital invests $1.75 million toward expansion.

May offer cleaner label alternative to phosphates in meat products.

Amber Jefferson will oversee company’s global human resources functions.

UK-based FDL makes flavor, functional ingredient systems.

Mr. Smales succeeds Geert Verellen.

Chris Paul, Aly Raisman invest in the alternative meat company.

The company is expanding its reach into the coffee category.