Food Founders® Podcast

Food founders Eli & Grace of Absurd Snacks share their journey in creating a new line of nut-free and allergy-friendly trail mix. They share how a university class fueled the creation of Absurd Snacks, which was inspired to address the serious food allergies of a fellow classmate. Eli and Grace discuss the challenges they faced such as finding ingredients free from allergens and managing the production process. They touch on their use of social media platforms to build community and spread the word about their product.

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Hear how food founder Sandrew from Neeva Shaker Cereal, a high protein full flavor cereal brand went from idea to a growing D2C brand with 80+ retail locations and growing across the country in the last 18 months. Sandrew shares how he initially pitched the product to gym members, gradually expanded into local supplement stores, and eventually attracted a wider audience with the help of mom influencers. He talks about the struggles and triumphs of starting a business and managing its growth with a. young family and another business to run and how he landed an audition on Dragon's Den for his Shaker Cereal.

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We're talking with Angela Vranich, the brains behind Little Spoon, as she takes us on an exciting journey of redefining children's nutrition. Join us as Angela shares the story of creating a brand that not only fills tummies but also warms hearts. Learn how Little Spoon's innovative approach, from fresh baby food to the recent Biteables launch has become a game-changer for parents seeking wholesome options. Hear how Little Spoon's DTC approach helped them grow quickly, build relationships with their customers, and how filling gaps in the market allows them to keep their customers coming back longer.

Learn more about Little Spoon here: https://www.littlespoon.com/

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Hear why Top Note has leaned in on getting awards of recognition to help drive the focused growth of its Tonic Water brand. Mary and Ainsley dive into building a premium brand and what to focus on when building a brand good enough for Michelin Star restaurants, premium bars and discerning audiences. Celebrate National Gin & Tonic Day by tuning in and hear how this tonic brand is elevating the industry.

Learn more about Top Note here: https://store.topnotetonic.com/

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Ainsley sits down with Marilyn Yang, the food founder of Popadelics, as they dive into the strategies that led to the growth of the industries hottest mushroom chip. Marilyn shares her insights on tapping into macro trends, focusing on high returns, and making informed investments to help drive your chances of success in the food industry. Discover the do's and don'ts directly from Marilyn's experiences, providing valuable guidance for entrepreneurs navigating the competitive world of food entrepreneurship.

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Listen in as we talk to Todd Goldstein, the food founder of Whoa! Dough, and explore the secrets behind his business success using omnichannel strategies. Todd shares insights into the importance of aligning brand values, listening to customer feedback, and the incredible journey of turning Whoa! Dough into a thriving business. Discover the keys to mastering omnichannel approaches and gain inspiration from Todd's entrepreneurial journey in the competitive food industry.

Learn more about Whoa! Dough here: https://www.whoadough.com/

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Listen in as Nikki Seaman, food founder of Freestyle Snacks shares her experience reimagining the beloved olive industry. Nikki and Ainsley dive into the crucial role of packaging, the quest for aligned partners, and the resilience needed to overcome obstacles, especially the daunting prospect of hearing 'no' in your food business.

Learn more about Freestyle Snacks here: /www.freestylesnacking.com

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Listen in as Orleatha Smith of Sip Herbals sits down and discusses how it's important to be flexible in a business partnership and why. Hear how she talks about the need of aligning your brand to your own values, how customer feedback should be listened to, and Sip Naturals' incredible journey, turning a $7,000 Kickstarter into a $100,000 business in just 12 months.

Learn more about Sip Herbals here: https://sipherbals.com

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In this episode of the Food Founders® Podcast, we sit down with Rawmantics Chocolate's founder Kasia Bosne and discuss her career shift from high fashion to the CPG industry. Hear what made her decide to make the switch and her advice for you on starting your food brand. She talks about when the customer is right, when you should follow your gut, and why you should be patient.

Learn more about Rawmantic Chocolate here: https://rawmanticchocolate.com/

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In this episode, we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of pioneering a food revolution with Pluck Ancestral Superfood Powder. Discover the secrets to driving early adoption as we explore the strategies that placed Pluck at the forefront of making the benefits of organ meat more natural and more accessible to everyday households.

Food Founder and Chef James Barry, shares his experiences in creating a whole new category in the food industry, disrupting the market with value-based pricing, and reshaping consumer attitudes toward organ meat. This is not just about introducing a product—it's about inspiring a shift in the cultural landscape of health and nutrition.

Tune in to learn how Pluck navigated the challenges of market education, months of FDA and USDA regulatory roadblocks, and shifting consumer mindset around how they can get more ancestral superfoods into their everyday life.

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