5 Lessons on Energy, Feedback & Hustle From the Founders of HappyPop

When Maya French and Dustin Baker became neighbors back in 2013, they had no idea they’d one day be co-founders, let alone build two beverage brands together. But a shared interest in health, entrepreneurship, and the food space quickly sparked something bigger. After tossing around ideas—like juice bars and natural drinks—they eventually landed on Koia, one of the first plant-based protein drinks you could actually find in stores. That success would lead to their newest venture: HappyPop, a fizzy, mood-boosting energy drink made with ingredients designed to help people feel good without the crash. Read More >>

May 1, 2025 - 12:58

5 Lessons on Energy, Feedback & Hustle From the Founders of HappyPop

When Maya French and Dustin Baker became neighbors back in 2013, they had no idea they’d one day be co-founders, let alone build two beverage brands together.

But a shared interest in health, entrepreneurship, and the food space quickly sparked something bigger. After tossing around ideas—like juice bars and natural drinks—they eventually landed on Koia, one of the first plant-based protein drinks you could actually find in stores. That success would lead to their newest venture: HappyPop, a fizzy, mood-boosting energy drink made with ingredients designed to help people feel good without the crash.