Parhaat Westfield Podcastit (2024)

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Reducing Food Waste with Neolithics’ Innovative Technology 27:58

5d ago27:58

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Show Summary: This episode focuses on an AI agri-tech startup aimed at helping the produce industry increase profitability and sustainability. David Kat discusses how Neolithics’ technology allows for non-destructive testing of fruits and vegetables to assess quality and taste without damaging the produce. The technology aims to align the interests…

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For the Sake of Possibility, Nurture Curiosity 6:09

29d ago6:09

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Nancy Lynne Westfield is Director of the Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion. In this audioblog, Westfield talks about the fruits from the Wabash Center's recent Curiosity Roundtable.Kirjoittanut The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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Inside Secrets on Strategic Sourcing 39:50

19d ago39:50

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Show Summary: Jonathan Gardner, a seasoned deal maker with extensive experience in strategic sourcing, discusses the importance of relationships and value-add services in the food and beverage industry. He shares insights from his tenure at Starbucks, Dell, and GM; stresses the significance of leveraging technology, such as AI and machine learning,…

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For Sellers: How To Navigate the Human Element of M&A Integration 50:52

29d ago50:52

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Show Summary: Geoff Coltman, Senior VP at Catena Solutions, discusses M&A integration in the food and beverage sector. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the human element and the “why” behind decisions. Geoff highlights the challenges of maintaining regular communication and the need for open communication and partnership with organizat…

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Dare to Be an Amateur at Something 7:06

2M ago7:06

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Nancy Lynne Westfield is Director of the Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion. In this blogpost, Westfield explores a new-found joy in coloring and encourages the listener to do something solely for the joy it brings paying no mind to its "usefulness."Kirjoittanut The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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Focus on the Positive – the World’s First Genetically Engineered Probiotics 1:05:21

2M ago1:05:21

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Show Summary: For this episode, withhold judgment on genetic engineering and listen to this hands-on, honest look at the benefits of GMOs and genetic engineering. Dr. Zack Abbott is a microbiologist and pioneer in the world of genetic engineering with the world’s first genetically engineered probiotics. He is on a mission to elevate the conversatio…

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How to Navigate the Complex Landscape of Food and Agriculture M&A 55:08

3M ago55:08

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Show Summary: Rich Kottmeyer, investment banker and food and agriculture turnaround specialist shares his extensive knowledge of M&A activity and growth potential in the food and agriculture industry. This complex industry is experiencing fundamental changes driven by consumer preferences, technological advancements, and global conflicts. This is l…

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Sharing the Gold? 7:47

3M ago7:47

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Nancy Lynne Westfield is Director of the Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion. In this blog post, Westfield wonders about how we define winning in the academy and if we prioritize defeating others to come out on top rather than a mode of collaboration. How do we define success? How do we reward it?…

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Mergers, Acquisitions, and the Future of Cannabis Equipment 1:03:54

3M ago1:03:54

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Show Summary: Marc returns to discuss the twists and turns you can expect as an entrepreneur. Early in 2020, Marc was ready to sell his company for a whopping $80 million, but then COVID hit, and the deal died. In this episode, Jacob and Marc discuss the interesting journey he has taken since then, a journey that includes a merger, an acquisition, …

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Aspiring to Power, Influence and Humility 7:46

4M ago7:46

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Nancy Lynne Westfield is Director of the Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion. In this blog post, Westfield explores the role of the mid to late(r)career scholar who, having ascended professionally, makes it their mission not to simply coast into retirement but rather to harness their wisdom, influence, and power for the…

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Exploring the Changing Landscape of the Whiskey Industry 32:33

4M ago32:33

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View the complete show notes for this episode. Let’s talk spirits in this engaging discussion of all things whiskey. Charlie Rodman, a venture capitalist and whiskey expert, shares his knowledge of the spirits industry, emphasizing the importance of finding the right product for every individual. He discusses the intricacies of whiskey distillation…

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The Art and Science of Building a Spirits Brand for Acquisition 59:36

5M ago59:36

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View the complete show notes for this episode. “If you build it, they will come” is an expression that applies to starting a company as well as a baseball field. Thinking about what buyers want and avoiding the pressure to sell in a specific timeframe can help you increase your company’s value when the time comes to sell. With 25 years in M&A in th…

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Culture, Cash, and Cannabis: Lessons from a Serial Entrepreneur 58:23

5M ago58:23

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View the complete show notes for this episode. What You’ll Learn M&A Evolution: Learn about the M&A transactions that resulted in the formation, growth, sale, and reformation of two multi-million dollar companies. ASME Certification: Insights into the challenges involved in working with international suppliers and the importance of confirming valid…

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Teaching One-on-One 6:37

5M ago6:37

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Nancy Lynne Westfield is Director of the Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion. While we ordinarily think about the classroom when it comes to teaching, sometimes strong bonds can be forged in the context of one-on-one teaching relationships. Be this student/teacher relationship one of direct instruction or supervisory fo…

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Navigating Food and Beverage Regulations for Mergers and Acquisitions 48:25

5M ago48:25

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View the complete show notes for this episode. What you’ll learn: F&B Oversight: An overview of the key regulatory agencies involved in food and beverage manufacturing and how to ensure compliance, including FDA, USDA, FTC, and state-level requirements. Innovation: How new drugs and technologies are impacting consumer preferences and forcing indust…

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From Insights to Impact: Using Consumer Research to Drive Brand Success 47:09

6M ago47:09

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View the complete show notes for this episode. Connecting with consumers is key to building effective product positioning. Kathy Guzmán Galloway offers expert advice on how to identify and avoid three major pitfalls to branding and positioning an F&B product. She discusses effective branding, establishing a strong identity, fostering memorable bran…

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Judged By Your Behavior 6:59

6M ago6:59

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Nancy Lynne Westfield is Director of the Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion. In this audioblog, Westfield notes the importance of making sure that one's actions match one's rhetoric. Talk about inclusivity or creativity or perseverance or punctuality or diligence is just that unless teachers also model their expectatio…

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Alcohol and the F&B Industry – A Global Perspective 51:49

6M ago51:49

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The history of alcohol in the U.S. is varied and influences the F&B sector nationwide. International business advisor and beverage industry expert Alain Barbet gives a global perspective on the alcoholic beverage industry and trends in the U.S. The discussion includes views on alcohol around the world, differences in attitude and consumption in Eur…

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Building a Brand for Success: Prioritizing Consumers Over Investors 50:45

7M ago50:45

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This interview with Koia founder Chris Hunter covers important lessons on building a company for eventual sale while prioritizing the brand and consumers. He emphasizes listening to customers over investors, navigating profitability pressures, strategic acquisitions, and the entrepreneurial journey. Want More? Related Resources: Blackout Punch: An …

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Rags to Riches – From Busboy to a $70 Million Startup Valuation 56:55

7M ago56:55

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This episode of Food & Beverage Talk gets personal in discussing the challenges of entrepreneurship and working in the food and beverage industry. Nabeel Alamgir is the co-founder and CEO of Lunchbox, a digital ordering and marketing platform specifically for the restaurant industry. He talks about his experiences with three start-ups, lessons lear…

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Farm to Fork – A Discussion of the Agricultural Supply Chain 1:01:09

7M ago1:01:09

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The agricultural industry’s broad supply chain and complex distribution system feed the world. Cale Rice, VP of lending with National Bank Holdings, brings his passion and extensive experience to the table to discuss financing, banking, and the challenges that exist for the food and agricultural industry. He discusses the complexities of the supply…

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Senior Scholar as Historian, Gatekeeper, Elder 9:26

7M ago9:26

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Nancy Lynne Westfield is Director of the Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion. In this audio blog, Westfield discusses three possible roles for senior scholars at an academic institution. There may be more, but the roles of gatekeeper, historian, and elder are common and visible and may offer a framework for scholars to …

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Creating Unforgettable Branding for the F&B Consumer 59:27

7M ago59:27

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Iconic branding will stick in a consumer’s mind for years. Presenting a consistent brand experience across every touchpoint is critical to a successful marketing campaign for any F&B product. Branding expert Alexandra Liebler shares insights on how to build brands and deliver profitable growth. She discusses building brand experience and creating e…

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Behind the Scenes of a Shark Tank Success 41:51

8M ago41:51

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Functional beverages are sweeping the markets, and the intersection between mental wellness and organic living meets at the first plant-based smoothie made from whole coconut – Genius Juice. Alex Bayer, founder of Genius Juice, discusses the evolution of his company, scalability, supply chain issues, launching a new product line, and building a sus…

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Building a Brand Name – A Love Affair with Chocolate 1:08:26

8M ago1:08:26

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Chocolate makes the world go round – at least it does for Sarris Chocolates. William Sarris discusses the growth and evolution of a small family chocolate company into a major player in the independent chocolate business, Sarris Chocolates. He discusses the universal love of chocolate, the company’s growth from the family’s basement to a destinatio…

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The Challenges and Benefits of Moving to Plant-Based Proteins 47:14

8M ago47:14

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Combining an entrepreneurial spirit with his passion for the planet and compassion for animals, Brett Christoffel is trying to make Texas the largest plant-based protein producer in the USA while creating a company that also makes money. He discusses the health benefits to people and the planet of plant-based proteins, the manufacturing process, fi…

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Articulating Your Intellectual Project 8:31

8M ago8:31

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Nancy Lynne Westfield is Director of the Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion. It is not enough to have a vague idea of what you're about as a scholar. You must take steps to articulate your intellectual project. It is not your career, not your teaching duties, nor your classes. Your intellectual project is the things to…

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How To Avoid Launching a Product No One Wants To Buy 41:01

8M ago41:01

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If 95% of food start-ups fail, how can entrepreneurs hope to get new products into the marketplace? Bernard Verkaaik offers expert advice on the competitive challenges start-ups face, what acquirers look for when they consider buying an F&B start-up, tips on building a brand that is difficult to replicate, the importance of scalability and how ofte…

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Regenerative Farming – A New Approach to Agriculture 1:13:57

9M ago1:13:57

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Impact investing can make a difference in regenerative agriculture. Will Harris, a 4th-generation farmer in rural Georgia, talks about the evolution of the beef industry into a vertically integrated food system, the positive impacts of grass-fed beef, and the benefits to animal welfare – areas that are returning to being valued aspects of food prod…

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Knowing Your Place 9:02

9M ago9:02

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Nancy Lynne Westfield discusses the importance of being situated in an institution through deep knowledge about how a place works and then further situating your life's goals in that context and having a plan to make the appropriate shifts.Kirjoittanut The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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A Food Marketing Pro Talks Research and Growth 58:59

9M ago58:59

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Research can be key to unlocking market growth for an established business, identifying new locations for growth, and highlighting the perfect franchise opportunity. Jayson Tipp has over 30 years of experience in franchising and specialty retail in the food and beverage industry. He discusses how market research data, analysis, and technology have …

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From Employee to Owner – A Food & Beverage Tale of Success 42:11

9M ago42:11

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What goes into the art of creating a wedding cake? Stephanie Chain, business owner and pastry chef of the micro-bakery Sweet Luncheonette, specializes in creating bespoke wedding cakes. She discusses the health and safety concerns that led to her emphasis on creating sugar flowers for cakes, the specifics about what goes into making custom wedding …

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Tips for CPG Brands Looking for the Right Co-Packer 1:09:25

9M ago1:09:25

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Finding the right co-packer can make or break a CPG brand. Vince Tseng of PartnerSlate offers insights into the complex world of co-manufacturing from both the CPG and co-packers’ perspectives. He discusses what co-packers and CPG brands are looking for in a partnership, shares tips on how to appeal to the right partner, talks about the impact of t…

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Supply Chain Issues in Food Manufacturing and Distribution 1:01:57

10M ago1:01:57

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The complex and underappreciated topic of production planning and supply chain optimization is the focus of this episode of F&B Talk. Lisa Anderson takes a look at the different components of production management and how they fit into the supply chain world. She discusses the steps of the production planning process, the importance of the sales fo…

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A Winning Recipe to Help Relieve Hunger and Reduce Food Waste 29:34

10M ago29:34

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Food waste and hunger relief are not about food scarcity – it’s about logistics. Blake Engelhard of Goodr.co discusses using technology to address hunger and waste issues. From the logistics of a 2-hour turnaround time identifying surplus food to distribution to working with clients making donations that enable families to get groceries in a dignif…

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Hot Cocoa – From Cottage Industry to Regional Favorite 45:16

10M ago45:16

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Hot cocoa tends to be considered a seasonal treat. Dean Packingham of Mike & Jen’s Hot Cocoa proves that a small cottage industry can grow into a regional business success year-round. He discusses the power of starting with your passion when developing a new product, the advantages of being in an F&B category with less competition, the value of sim…

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Knowing the Storm 8:46

10M ago8:46

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Nancy Lynne Westfield recalls a childhood storm that sent all scattering except her Uncle Frank who knew how to discern the nature of the tempest. Westfield invites each of us to know the storm separating temporary turbulence from existential threat.Kirjoittanut The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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Winter Surprise to Bolster & Brighten 8:52

10M ago8:52

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Nancy Lynne Westfield discusses ways to be best the winter doldrums by ushering (pleasant) surprises into your world.Kirjoittanut The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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Scaling a Company in the Enhanced Water Market 38:55

10M ago38:55

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Scaling from start-up to multi-million dollar business takes time, ingenuity, and perseverance. Yanni Hufnagel, founder of Lemon Perfect, discusses the 6-year growth of his company into a major player in the enhanced water sector. Discussion includes going from sourcing regional ingredients to international sources, delivering consistent quality, g…

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Farm to Table – An Insider’s Take on the Beef Industry 48:46

11M ago48:46

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This episode of Food & Beverage Talk will give you insight into everything you could possibly want to know about beef and the beef industry. Renan de Lima leads with a definition of high-quality meat and why this is an important distinction. He discusses the influence of genetics, grass-fed versus grain-fed beef, the impact of a free-range lifestyl…

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Food Business Accelerator – Can Someone Explain This To Me? 1:06:39

11M ago1:06:39

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Getting a new product to market takes passion, vision, funding, and answers to lots of questions. Elena Rosenblum shares lessons learned from her work at Union Kitchen, a food business accelerator company that helps set up new companies for long-term success. Topics include using the lean approach in the F&B industry, trends, logistics, creating a …

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Everything You Want To Know About the Cannabis Industry 1:11:40

11M ago1:11:40

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The cannabis industry is a multi-billion-dollar business in California. Nick Brandis reviews everything you want to know about this growing industry. He discusses cannabis forms and related products, types of CBDs and THC, and the many challenges that exist in the industry, from cultivating to marketing, licensing, scalability, payment processing, …

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Bringing a Niche Food Product to the Marketplace 42:38

11M ago42:38

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Bringing a niche food product to the marketplace presents unique challenges. Aaron Gailmor goes behind the scenes to talk about making products from sacha inchi seeds that don’t trigger allergies in people allergic to nuts. He discusses the differences between seeds and nuts, how this impacts allergen issues, consumer education, marketing strategie…

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Food and Beverage Lending Update 1:08:48

12M ago1:08:48

1:08:48

Cale Rice returns to F&B Talk and gives a lender’s perspective on financing challenges in the food and agribusiness industry. He discusses the impacts of weather on the supply chain and the prices of sugar and other commodities, the volatility of the marketplace, hedging strategies to cope with market volatility, the impact on pricing in a truly gl…

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Evolution and Growth Potential in the Craft Brewing Industry 1:15:48

12M ago1:15:48

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Beer is one of the oldest food products in the world. Lawyer and craft brewer Kevin McGee of Anderson Valley Brewing Company explores the excitement of the craft beer industry and gives a brief history from Prohibition to today. He discusses the definition and concept of craft beer, what draws consumers to craft beer, the influence of private equit…

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Saving the Planet One Plant-Based Food Company at A Time 42:33

1y ago42:33

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Plant-based foods are gaining popularity as consumers recognize the relationship between eating well and feeling well. Connie Marples, founder of Boosh Plant-Based Foods, shares her experiences operating a start-up through going public and recently acquiring Beanfields. She discusses consumer preferences and interest in plant-based foods, financial…

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Beyond Meatballs and Marketing 52:27

1y ago52:27

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Branding sells products and companies. Adam Michaels, CEO of MamaMancini’s, discusses brand loyalty, the multi-sensory eating experience, the influence of different cultures on the F&B industry, how the five senses can be harnessed when marketing a product, the impact of Covid-19 on the industry, and changes in consumer preferences and shopping exp…

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Small Business Spotlight – A Food Trader’s Story 30:49

1y ago30:49

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What is a food trader? Keith Schare joins F&B Talk to explain where this niche business fits in the F&B industry chain. He explains how they work with growers, manufacturers, and importers to buy and sell bulk ingredients and specialize in helping companies liquidate products they can no longer use. Keith discusses the impact they have on reducing …

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What Does It Take To Bring a Small Chocolate Snack To a Large Market? 43:38

1y ago43:38

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Building a specialty snack bar company presents challenges and opportunities. Katarzyna Bosne talks about the lessons she has learned in starting and scaling a business producing all-natural nutrition bars made with vegan, no-preservative ingredients. She discusses manufacturing handmade products in-house, the costs and challenges of shipping produ…

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Distribution Channels and Challenges for Craft Beer 1:05:04

1y ago1:05:04

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Kevin McGee returns to F&B Talk to talk about the craft beer industry and distribution challenges to consumers both domestically and internationally. Kevin talks about distribution channel options, how distributors influence the reach of products and where they get shelf space, the logistics and challenges of selling internationally and differences…

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