Duncan Alney is the Founder and CEO of Firebelly Marketing, an award-winning, top-ranked agency that helps founders of mission-driven food and beverage brands grow their businesses and connect with their audiences through social media marketing. Duncan has worked in marketing for 30 years and brings his expertise in engaging with clients and rebuilding brands to each project. He has worked with top brands, including Netflix, Fiji Water, and Sony. Duncan is also the host of the Firebelly Social Show, a podcast featuring leaders and top entrepreneurs in the food and beverage space who are on a mission to make the world a better place.

In this episode…

Building and scaling a food and beverage brand is not an easy task. How do brands balance tradition with modern demands for sustainability and inclusivity? From exploring diverse flavors in the candy aisle to transforming barren lands into fertile soil, what innovative solutions can you learn from experts to reshape the food and beverage industry?

Duncan Alney, an online marketing veteran, and other renowned food and beverage industry leaders discuss how they tackled these challenges. They emphasize the significance of embracing cultural diversity, not just as a trend but as a way to enrich everyone's lives. The conversation then shifts to the importance of regenerative organic agriculture, stressing its role in restoring soil health and combating climate change. This approach, they argue, represents the gold standard in farming, countering the greenwashing prevalent in some sectors. Moreover, they delve into the magic of spices within Ayurveda, demonstrating how their medicinal properties can enhance flavor and health.

In this special compilation episode of the Firebelly Social Show, we revisit some of Duncan Alney's most memorable episodes. Featuring Mika Shino, Eric Gutknecht, Raina Kumra, Peter Gialantzis, and Joe Rotondo, these experts share business tips to thrive in the food and beverage industry.