Poppi founder Allison Ellsworth went from making soda in her kitchen to selling her company to PepsiCo for $1.95 billion
From Yahoo Finance: 2025-06-16 08:57:00
Allison Ellsworth’s creation of healthy soda, Poppi, led to a $1.95 billion acquisition by PepsiCo. Poppi, founded in 2020, offers prebiotic soda in 16 flavors and boasts celebrity fans. Despite settling a lawsuit over gut health claims, the brand continues to grow with Ellsworth as an advisor.
Ellsworth’s vision for Poppi as a wellness community attracted PepsiCo’s acquisition. The brand’s revenue exceeded $500 million in 2024, selling in over 120 retailers. Ellsworth, the face of Poppi, remains involved as a creative advisor, navigating controversies and settlements while focusing on distribution expansion.