Mark Rampolla

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CEO

Mark Rampolla is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of ZICO Coconut Water, a brand that helped create the now $8 billion global coconut water category. After growing ZICO into one of the fastest-growing beverages worldwide, Mark sold the company to Coca Cola in 2013. He then transitioned into investing, co-founding PowerPlant Partners, where he played a key role in the plant-based food movement, including the success of Beyond Meat.

In 2020, Mark made a bold move by repurchasing ZICO from Coca Cola with a group of investors, including Jesse Itzler and tennis star Naomi Osaka. Now, through GroundForce Capital, Mark manages $500 million in assets, focusing on health, wellness, and sustainability investments. His journey reflects a deep commitment to innovation and positive change in the consumer goods industry.

Feb. 10, 2025

Can Entrepreneurs Become Great Investors

A founder-turned-investor on why few great entrepreneurs become great investors, and how it took five years to train the optimist out of himself.
Guest: Mark Rampolla
Feb. 7, 2025

From Coconut Water to Ground Force Capital

The Zico founder on building and selling the brand to Coca-Cola, then becoming an investor behind Beyond Meat and Thrive Market.
Guest: Mark Rampolla
Feb. 5, 2025

How To Spot a Winning Founder

The Zico founder turned investor on the founders he backs: passionate builders who'll do it anyway, whatever the odds.
Guest: Mark Rampolla