Episode 35: Brian McCulloch, the co-owner and co-founder of Oak & Bond Coffee Co. in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Barrel Aged Coffee Beans. Importance of Packaging. Combining Wine & Bourbon Passions. Relationship Based Customer Growth.

Hosted By: Deborah Michas (IG: @deborahmichas) & Justin Bizzarro (IG: @justinbizzarro)

Episode Notes:

1) How a husband and wife's interests in bourbon and wine can lead to a booming coffee business.

2) What wine and whiskey companies do with all of those barrels they no longer use.

3) Packaging design is an essential selling point for food and beverage products.   

4) Build a business that is true to your heart and true to your interests.

5) Coffee has become a new artisan market similar to what micro breweries for beer were 20 to 30 years ago.

Website: www.oakandbondcoffee.com 

IG: @oakandbondcoffee

Stay Tuned for Episode 37 on Wednesday, where we interview Kristen & Daniel Cofrades, the owners and founders of Early Bird Restaurants in Denver, Colorado.

Website: www.earlybirdrestaurant.com 

IG: @earlybirdrestaurant

Stay Tuned for Episode 38 on Friday, where we interview Regina Hild, the owner and founder of Regina's Farm Kitchen. in Dunwoody, Georgia. 

Website: www.reginasfarmkitchen.com

IG: @reginasfarmkitchen

Free Podcast.  No Advertisements.  The stories of Food, Beverage and Nutrition Entrepreneurs and how their failures led to the successes in their lives and in their business.  What does the future have in store for the food, beverage, and nutrition entrepreneur?

JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @justinandthefoodentrepreneurs ( #foodentrepreneurs )

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Episode 34: Sean Evans, the owner and founder of My Wine Society in San Diego, California. Gamifying Wine Tourism. Wine Vacations with Perks. Wineries' New Marketing & Advertising Strategies. Vineyards Champion Customers.

Hosted By: Deborah Michas (IG: @deborahmichas) & Justin Bizzarro (IG: @justinbizzarro)

Episode Notes:

1) The world of gamifying fun activities and hobbies.

2) How wine tours are becoming an adventure versus just a destination.

3) How marketing through influencers such as brand ambassadors or regional experts can grow your business.   

4) The ways of raising capital to fund your business and the beauty of an equity raise escrow account.

5) A place for wineries to thrive and directly communicate with their customers. A place for wine tourists, wine drinkers, and wine experts to explore the world of wine in new fun and rewarding ways.

Website: www.mywinesociety.com 

IG: @mywinesociety

Stay Tuned for Episode 35 on Friday, where we interview Brian McCulloch, the co-owner and co-founder of Oak & Bond Coffee Co. in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 

Website: www.oakandbondcoffee.com 

IG: @oakandbondcoffee

Stay Tuned for Episode 37 on Wednesday, where we interview Kristen & Daniel Cofrades, the owners and founders of Early Bird Restaurants in Denver, Colorado.

Website: www.earlybirdrestaurant.com 

IG: @earlybirdrestaurant

Free Podcast.  No Advertisements.  The stories of Food, Beverage and Nutrition Entrepreneurs and how their failures led to the successes in their lives and in their business.  What does the future have in store for the food, beverage, and nutrition entrepreneur?

JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @justinandthefoodentrepreneurs ( #foodentrepreneurs )

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Episode 33: Motivational Monday - Cristiano Ronaldo. Being Unstoppable. Lucky Number 33. Steam to Power the Dream. Competition to Reach Your Potential.

"Your love makes me strong, your hate makes me unstoppable." - Cristiano Ronaldo

Hosted By: Deborah Michas (IG: @deborahmichas) & Justin Bizzarro (IG: @justinbizzarro)

Episode Notes:

1) Justin's Lucky Number 33.

2) How Lionel Messi as an elite competitor made Cristiano Ronaldo the best in the world. 

3) How Georgia College Students motivated and inspired Deborah and Justin.   

4) When negativity comes your way make it the steam that powers the dream.

5) How the desire to win everyday makes you a champion.  

Stay Tuned for Episode 34 on Wednesday, where we interview Sean Evans, the owner and founder of My Wine Society in San Diego, California.

Website: www.mywinesociety.com 

IG: @mywinesociety

Stay Tuned for Episode 35 on Friday, where we interview Brian McCulloch, the co-owner and co-founder of Oak & Bond Coffee Co. in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 

Website: www.oakandbondcoffee.com 

IG: @oakandbondcoffee

Free Podcast.  No Advertisements.  The stories of Food, Beverage and Nutrition Entrepreneurs and how their failures led to the successes in their lives and in their business.  What does the future have in store for the food, beverage, and nutrition entrepreneur?

JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS

Email: [email protected]

IG: @justinandthefoodentrepreneurs ( #foodentrepreneurs )

All music is scored by host or royalty free. 

Episode 32: Jessica Little, the co-owner and co-founder of Sweet Grass Dairy in Thomasville, Georgia. Sustainably Farming Milk Cows. Artisanal Cheeses. Husband & Wife Partnership for Entrepreneurial Success. Navigating New FSMA Laws.

Hosted By: Deborah Michas (IG: @deborahmichas) & Justin Bizzarro (IG: @justinbizzarro)

Episode Notes:

1) How sustainably raised milk cows produce better milk for better cheese.

2) Family farming is a family business where we have the opportunity to teach our children about entrepreneurism.

3) Education is very important especially when coupled with growing up in an entrepreneurial family where business is taught through real life experiences.   

4) The creativity that it takes to make incredible cheese products.

5) Building a business in a small town involves creating an environment where everyone can come together and socialize.  

Website: www.sweetgrassdairy.com

IG: @sweetgrassdairy

Stay Tuned for Episode 34 on Wednesday, where we interview Sean Evans, the owner and founder of My Wine Society in San Diego, California.

Website: www.mywinesociety.com 

IG: @mywinesociety

Stay Tuned for Episode 35 on Friday, where we interview Brian McCulloch, the co-owner and co-founder of Oak & Bond Coffee Co. in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 

Website: www.oakandbondcoffee.com 

IG: @oakandbondcoffee

Free Podcast.  No Advertisements.  The stories of Food, Beverage and Nutrition Entrepreneurs and how their failures led to the successes in their lives and in their business.  What does the future have in store for the food, beverage, and nutrition entrepreneur?

JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @justinandthefoodentrepreneurs ( #foodentrepreneurs )

All music is scored by host or royalty free. 

Episode 31: Doyle Johnson, the co-owner and co-founder of Classic City Bee Co. in Athens, Georgia. Learning Business From the Bee Hive. The Social Media Buzz. Balancing the Bee Entrepreneur Life. Understanding the Flavors of Honey.

Hosted By: Deborah Michas (IG: @deborahmichas) & Justin Bizzarro (IG: @justinbizzarro)

Episode Notes:

1) What bees can teach us about our businesses and about democracy.

2) We know what bee honey is, but what is bee jelly?

3) Understanding the different types of flowers and fruits produce different flavors of honeys at different times of year as the bees make there way back to the hive.   

4) How honey has added to a lawyers life journey and gave him a reason to have passion through food in his life and become an entrepreneur.

5) Believe in yourself and believe in your products and business will grow because future customers can sense your love and passion, which they are willing to pay for when they buy your products.  

Website: www.classiccitybee.com 

IG: @classiccitybee

Stay Tuned for Episode 32 on Friday, where we interview Jessica Little, the co-owner and co-founder of Sweet Grass Dairy in Thomasville, Georgia. 

Website: www.sweetgrassdairy.com  

IG: @sweetgrassdairy

Stay Tuned for Episode 34 on Wednesday, where we interview Sean Evans, the owner and founder of My Wine Society in San Diego, California.

Website: www.mywinesociety.com 

IG: @mywinesociety

Free Podcast.  No Advertisements.  The stories of Food, Beverage and Nutrition Entrepreneurs and how their failures led to the successes in their lives and in their business.  What does the future have in store for the food, beverage, and nutrition entrepreneur?

JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @justinandthefoodentrepreneurs ( #foodentrepreneurs )

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Episode 30: Motivational Monday - Lewis Hamilton. Business Lessons from Formula One Racing. Reward Excellence Not Mediocrity. Competition is Good. Focus on Your Own Goals of Winning & Success.

"What people tend to forget is the journey that I had getting to Formula One. There were plenty of years where I had to learn about losing and having bad races." - Lewis Hamilton. 

Hosted By: Deborah Michas (IG: @deborahmichas) & Justin Bizzarro (IG: @justinbizzarro)

Guest Host: J.R. Towe (IG: @jrtowe) of The G.O.A.T Beef Jerky Company (IG: @theg.o.a.t.beefjerkyco)

Episode Notes:

1) Formula One can teach about business and competition so we can succeed as entrepreneurs.

2) Rewarding mediocrity with trophies and rewards leads to life long mediocrity and the lack of desire to win and succeed. 

3) Working smart and efficient is essential to profitability and success. 

4) The drive to do your best, not matter what you are doing, is developed through hard work and practice. Make it a habit by doing it in every aspect of your life.

5) Building a successful business takes consistency.  Specifically, the consistency of excellence and willingness to learn from your mistakes in all aspects of your every day life.  

Stay Tuned for Episode 31 on Wednesday, where we interview Doyle Johnson, the co-owner and co-founder of Classic City Bee Co. in Athens, Georgia.

Website: www.classiccitybee.com 

IG: @classiccitybee

Stay Tuned for Episode 32 on Friday, where we interview Jessica Little, the co-owner and co-founder of Sweet Grass Dairy in Thomasville, Georgia. 

Website: www.sweetgrassdairy.com  

IG: @sweetgrassdairy

Free Podcast.  No Advertisements.  The stories of Food, Beverage and Nutrition Entrepreneurs and how their failures led to the successes in their lives and in their business.  What does the future have in store for the food, beverage, and nutrition entrepreneur?

JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @justinandthefoodentrepreneurs ( #foodentrepreneurs )

All music is scored by host or royalty free. 

Episode 29: Deana Bibb, the owner and founder of Proper Pepper Pimento Cheese in Sandersville, Georgia. Discovering Pimento Cheese. Designing Logos that Reflect Your Beliefs. Inherited Work Ethic. Leading as a Mom and an Entrepreneur.

Hosted By: Deborah Michas (IG: @deborahmichas) & Justin Bizzarro (IG: @justinbizzarro)

Episode Notes:

1) The amazing southern flavor and taste of pimento cheese.

2) Designing a logo that is true to you as an entrepreneur.

3) Balancing motherhood, family, friends, and your business as an entrepreneurial woman.  

4) Partner with co-packers that you can trust, stay true to your recipes, and are willing to do small batches so you can build your business slowly and financially responsibly.

5) Growing up in an entrepreneurial family with a great work ethic sometimes means you need to learn how to slow down and enjoy everyday instead of trying to remain too busy.  

Website: www.properpepper.com

IG: @propperpepper

Stay Tuned for Episode 31 on Wednesday, where we interview Doyle Johnson, the co-owner and co-founder of Classic City Bee Co. in Athens, Georgia.

Website: www.classiccitybee.com 

IG: @classiccitybee

Stay Tuned for Episode 32 on Friday, where we interview Jessica Little, the co-owner and co-founder of Sweet Grass Dairy in Thomasville, Georgia. 

Website: www.sweetgrassdairy.com  

IG: @sweetgrassdairy

Free Podcast.  No Advertisements.  The stories of Food, Beverage and Nutrition Entrepreneurs and how their failures led to the successes in their lives and in their business.  What does the future have in store for the food, beverage, and nutrition entrepreneur?

JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @justinandthefoodentrepreneurs ( #foodentrepreneurs )

All music is scored by host or royalty free. 

Episode 28: Dr. Sujit Sharma, the co-owner and CEO of Chuice in Atlanta, Georgia. The New Chewable Juice Market. Healthy Food & Beverage for Wellness Seekers. Transitioning Brick & Mortar to E-Commerce. Reducing Expenses.

Hosted By: Deborah Michas (IG: @deborahmichas) & Justin Bizzarro (IG: @justinbizzarro)

Episode Notes:

1) The health benefits of chewable juices and beverages.

2) Back to the basics; moving from bricks & mortar to e-commerce.

3) Healthy products are gaining market share and are continuing to grow to profits. 

4) Being at a disadvantage financially can help you reassess your business, cut costs, and pivot to profitability.

5) Finding balance between being a Pediatric ER Doctor, the CEO of a beverage and food company, and spending quality time with family.  

Website: www.chuice.com

IG: @lovechuice

Stay Tuned for Episode 29 on Friday, where we interview Deana Bibb, the owner and founder of Proper Pepper Pimento Cheese in Sandersville, Georgia. 

Website: www.properpepper.com  

IG: @properpepper

Stay Tuned for Episode 31 on Wednesday, where we interview Doyle Johnson, the owner and founder of Classic City Bee Co. in Athens, Georgia.

Website: www.classiccitybee.com 

IG: @classiccitybee

Free Podcast.  No Advertisements.  The stories of Food, Beverage and Nutrition Entrepreneurs and how their failures led to the successes in their lives and in their business.  What does the future have in store for the food, beverage, and nutrition entrepreneur?

JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @justinandthefoodentrepreneurs ( #foodentrepreneurs )

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Episode 27: Motivational Monday - Pele. What is the Flavor of Georgia. The Perseverance of the Flavor of Georgia Finalists. Creating the Greatest Generation of All Time. The New Food Revolution.

"Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do." - Pele

Listen on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, and Podbean.  

Hosted By: Deborah Michas (IG: @deborahmichas) & Justin Bizzarro (IG: @justinbizzarro)

Episode Notes:

1) What is the Flavor of Georgia?

2) Flavor of Georgia Contestants and Finalists are our motivation and inspiration this week.

3) Keeping trying and entering your products in contests as competition is good.  It forces you to learn, pivot, and grow.  

4) Georgia Grown products are going to be on shelves all over the world because Georgia is supporting their entrepreneurs is amazing ways.

5) Empowering residents to be better entrepreneurs.  Georgia is becoming a food and beverage Mecca. Keep an eye out because Georgia Entrepreneurs are here to stay.

Special Mentions - 2019 Flavor of Georgia Finalists.

• Albs Company, LLC - Aubsauce. IG: @aubsauceco

Stay Tuned for Episode 28 on Wednesday, where we interview Dr. Sujit Sharma, the co-owner and CEO of Chuice in Atlanta, Georgia. 

Website: www.chuice.com 

IG: @lovechuice

Stay Tuned for Episode 29 on Friday, where we interview Deana Bibb, the owner and founder of Proper Pepper Pimento Cheese in Sandersville, Georgia.

Website: www.properpepper.com

IG: @properpepper

Free Podcast.  No Advertisements.  The stories of Food, Beverage and Nutrition Entrepreneurs and how their failures led to the successes in their lives and in their business.  What does the future have in store for the food, beverage, and nutrition entrepreneur?

JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @justinandthefoodentrepreneurs ( #foodentrepreneurs )

All music is scored by host or royalty free. 

Episode 26: Rob Antanitis, the owner and founder of Civil War Cider Co. in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. Artisanal Ciders with Alcohol Booming. Forming an ESOP. Empowering Employees as Owners. No Marketing Monies for Success.

Hosted By: Deborah Michas (IG: @deborahmichas) & Justin Bizzarro (IG: @justinbizzarro)

Episode Notes:

1) Starting an Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) for your employees.

2) From family business failure to pivoting and finding success in Ciders and Kombucha.

3) Do not be scared to grow rapidly if opportunity and financial stability allow for it. 

4) Building a successful business with no marketing and advertising monies.

5) Empowering college students and young professionals through making them partners in your business.  

Website: www.civilwarcider.com 

IG: @civilwarcider

Stay Tuned for Episode 28 on Wednesday, where we interview Dr. Sujit Sharma, the co-owner and CEO of Chuice in Atlanta, Georgia. 

Website: www.chuice.com 

IG: @lovechuice

Stay Tuned for Episode 29 on Friday, where we interview Deana Bibb, the owner and founder of Proper Pepper in Sandersville, Georgia.

Website: www.properpepper.com

IG: @properpepper

Free Podcast.  No Advertisements.  The stories of Food, Beverage and Nutrition Entrepreneurs and how their failures led to the successes in their lives and in their business.  What does the future have in store for the food, beverage, and nutrition entrepreneur?

JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @justinandthefoodentrepreneurs ( #foodentrepreneurs )

All music is scored by host or royalty free.