MAFFEO DRINKS: Built Bottom-up

By Chris Maffeo

The MAFFEO DRINKS Podcast is a leading drinks business podcast delivering frontline insights for drinks leadership.

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How many episodes does MAFFEO DRINKS: Built Bottom-up have?

The podcast currently has 119 episodes available.

MAFFEO DRINKS: Built Bottom-up episodes:

July 20, 2023 017 | Bar Scene dynamics: from advocacy programs to how to approach top bars | Part 1/2 with Adrián Michalčík, Global Winner Diageo WorldClass 2022 (Oslo, Norway)
This Episode is hosted by Chris Maffeo and brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS

This is the first episode of the chat between Chris Maffeo and Adrián Michalčík. He is the Global Winner of the Diageo WorldClass 2022 and Global Top 6 in 2016. He is the Director of Mixology at Pier 42 in Oslo.

They discussed:
• The importance of On-trade in brand building, especially in dark markets.
• What can small brands learn from Global Brands' Advocacy Programs.
• How Salespeople can prepare themselves before approaching a bar.
• Latest developments in the Czechoslovak and Nordic bar scenes.
• The Italian and Czechoslovak connection in the Global bar scene.
• How top bars decide which brands to list on their offering

About the Host: ⁠⁠⁠Chris Maffeo⁠⁠
About the Guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Adrián Michalčík

This episode is brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS, an Advisory helping drinks leaders execute bottom-up growth while managing stakeholder expectations. You can get in touch at [email protected]
A Deep-Dive Analysis of This Episode is Available at maffeodrinks.com
...more
28min
July 13, 2023 016 | Brand Ambassadors, Advocacy & KPIs: how to set up the role to build demand bottom-up | Part 2/2 with Filiberto Amati from Amati & Associates (Warsaw, Poland)
This Episode is hosted by Chris Maffeo and brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS

In this episode, Chris Maffeo talks with Filiberto Amati.
He is a Growth Advisor. He has extensive Spirits experience having spent many years in Campari in the Netherlands, Mexico, the Caribbean and in Di Saronno in Central and Eastern Europe. He has been in both marketing and commercial roles.

They spoke about Brand Ambassadors from how to define the role, set up KPIs and enable them to build demand from the bottom-up.
They continue by talking about how big brands have shaped their success by focusing on a core occasion. How did they master with perfect market execution that did not happen overnight.
If you enjoyed the episode, please rate it and share it with your
friends and colleagues.
About the Host: ⁠⁠⁠Chris Maffeo⁠⁠
About the Guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Filiberto Amati

This episode is brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS, an Advisory helping drinks leaders execute bottom-up growth while managing stakeholder expectations. You can get in touch at [email protected]
A Deep-Dive Analysis of This Episode is Available at maffeodrinks.com
...more
33min
July 06, 2023 015 | Cities & Distributors: how to choose the right city and RTM to start from | Part 1/2 with Filiberto Amati from Amati & Associates (Warsaw, Poland)
This Episode is hosted by Chris Maffeo and brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS

In this episode, Chris Maffeo talks with Filiberto Amati.
He is a Growth Advisor. He has extensive Spirits experience having spent many years in Campari in the Netherlands, Mexico, the Caribbean and in Di Saronno in Central and Eastern Europe. He has been in both marketing and commercial roles.
They speak about how to choose the right city to start from in a market, as they are not all the same. They dive into how to win there before moving to the next city and how to ensure you get the right distribution set-up based on your brand lifestage.
If you enjoyed the episode, please rate it and share it with your
friends and colleagues.
About the Host: ⁠⁠⁠Chris Maffeo⁠⁠
About the Guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Filiberto Amati

This episode is brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS, an Advisory helping drinks leaders execute bottom-up growth while managing stakeholder expectations. You can get in touch at [email protected]
A Deep-Dive Analysis of This Episode is Available at maffeodrinks.com
...more
34min
June 29, 2023 014 | Nordic drinks conquering the world: how to build a local category beyond its borders, bottom-up | with Marcus Pedersen from O.P. Anderson Aquavit (Malmö, Sweden)
This Episode is hosted by Chris Maffeo and brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS

In this episode, Chris Maffeo talks with his ex-colleague Marcus Pedersen.

They use Aquavit, a typical Nordic distillate, to discuss how niche categories can create demand and appeal beyond their borders. They talk about traditional and modern target occasions, how to approach bars, get on the back bar, cocktail menus, and ultimately drive rotation.

If you enjoyed the episode, please rate it and share it with your friends and colleagues.
About the Host: ⁠⁠⁠Chris Maffeo⁠⁠
About the Guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Marcus Pedersen

This episode is brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS, an Advisory helping drinks leaders execute bottom-up growth while managing stakeholder expectations. You can get in touch at [email protected]
A Deep-Dive Analysis of This Episode is Available at maffeodrinks.com
...more
42min
June 22, 2023 013 | The 80/20 rule in export: how to focus on winning on a couple of markets first | Part 2/2 of the Interview with Philip Duff, Founder of Old Duff Genever and Liquid Solutions (NYC, NY, USA)
This Episode is hosted by Chris Maffeo and brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS

This episode is the second part of the selection of Chris Maffeo's chat with Philip Duff.
They started speaking about how to avoid spreading yourself too thin by entering numerous markets you cannot control effectively; having one person handle to trade at the street level while avoiding bureaucratic processes that may hinder your progress is better.
They closed the episode by discussing how brands should avoid relying too much on past success when looking toward future growth opportunities. What works today might not work tomorrow due to changing market dynamics or consumer preferences.

If you enjoyed the episode, please rate it and share it with your friends and colleagues. Listen to the Philip Duff Show (podcast) to find out more.
About the Host: ⁠⁠⁠Chris Maffeo⁠⁠
About the Guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Philip Duff

This episode is brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS, an Advisory helping drinks leaders execute bottom-up growth while managing stakeholder expectations. You can get in touch at [email protected]
A Deep-Dive Analysis of This Episode is Available at maffeodrinks.com
...more
35min
June 17, 2023 012 | The shelf-life mindset: what can spirits learn from beer to drive rotation | Part 1/2 of the Interview with Philip Duff, Founder of Old Duff Genever and Liquid Solutions (NYC, NY, USA)
This Episode is hosted by Chris Maffeo and brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS

This episode is a selection of Chris Maffeo's chat with Philip Duff.
They spoke about the difference between beer, wine, and spirits and what Spirits marketers can learn from the beer industry by better understanding the ecosystem - from breweries/distilleries through importers/distributors/wholesalers/bar owners/staff/bartenders/consumers. The importance of avoiding the far too common disconnect between marketing guidelines and actual bar practices. They spoke about cocktail occasions being a popular trend many brands want to participate in. Some have a credible story, while others seem like random marketing inventions.
If you enjoyed the episode, please rate it and share it with your friends and colleagues.
To find out more, listen to the Philip Duff Show (podcast).
About the Host: ⁠⁠⁠Chris Maffeo⁠⁠
About the Guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Philip Duff

This episode is brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS, an Advisory helping drinks leaders execute bottom-up growth while managing stakeholder expectations. You can get in touch at [email protected]
A Deep-Dive Analysis of This Episode is Available at maffeodrinks.com
...more
38min
June 09, 2023 011 | How to get on Cocktail Menus: thinking out of the box to achieve rotation | Part 2/2 of the Interview with Brad Crompton, Director at Spirits of Bermondsey (London, UK)
This Episode is hosted by Chris Maffeo and brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS

In this episode, Chris Maffeo spoke to Brad Crompton, Director at Spirits of Bermondsey (Trinity 25)
In the farming part of their chat, we dive into practical strategies for increasing sales in bars. We explore the importance of targeting independent outlets and overcoming skepticism from bar managers/owners. To drive awareness and generate interest, offering free samples and designing special promotions/events prove beneficial.
We also discuss the power of relatable cocktail names and segmenting drinks based on their approximate alcohol content (ABV) to attract customers. Tracking bar menu changes and creating a pipeline for future opportunities is emphasized.
We hope you enjoy the conversation. Share it with friends, click follow and rate it if you liked it.
About the Host: ⁠⁠⁠Chris Maffeo⁠⁠
About the Guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brad Crompton

This episode is brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS, an Advisory helping drinks leaders execute bottom-up growth while managing stakeholder expectations. You can get in touch at [email protected]
A Deep-Dive Analysis of This Episode is Available at maffeodrinks.com
...more
35min
June 03, 2023 010 | Building demand for a new category: the journey from lower ABV to Session Spirit ™ | Part 1/2 of the Interview with Brad Crompton, Director at Spirits of Bermondsey (London, UK)
This Episode is hosted by Chris Maffeo and brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS

In this episode, Chris Maffeo spoke to Brad Crompton, Director at Spirits of Bermondsey (Trinity 25)
In the hunting part of their chat, they discussed the importance of building demand before capturing it. How, by talking about the broader category, a brand can establish its relevance and make the pie bigger for others, by launching a magazine covering both alcohol-free and fully alcoholic drinks.

Brad explained how they've trademarked the "session spirit" category and shifted their focus to finding bars that understand and support their vision. Instead of competing with established brands for shelf space, they aim to create a new shelf altogether where their product can thrive in its own right.
We hope you enjoy the conversation. Share it with friends, click follow and rate it if you liked it.
About the Host: ⁠⁠⁠Chris Maffeo⁠⁠
About the Guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brad Crompton

This episode is brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS, an Advisory helping drinks leaders execute bottom-up growth while managing stakeholder expectations. You can get in touch at [email protected]
A Deep-Dive Analysis of This Episode is Available at maffeodrinks.com
...more
33min
May 28, 2023 009 | Tech and Geographic Strategies: how CRM tools can drive flawless execution | Part 2/2 of the Interview with Dom Bowcock, Co-founder of Bowimi (London, UK)
This Episode is hosted by Chris Maffeo and brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS

In this episode, Chris Maffeo spoke to Dom Bowcock, Co-founder of Bowimi.
They discussed the importance of executing their strategy in a focused way and understanding how to prioritize an area before moving on to the next one. They spoke about the difference between selling beer and spirits brands and how crucial it is to sustain sales velocity instead while expanding distribution. They closed the episode by discussing how founders can ensure they hire the right people in their team and set them up for success.
We hope you enjoy the conversation. Share it with friends, click follow and rate it if you liked it.
About the Host: ⁠⁠⁠Chris Maffeo⁠⁠
About the Guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dom Bowcock

This episode is brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS, an Advisory helping drinks leaders execute bottom-up growth while managing stakeholder expectations. You can get in touch at [email protected]
A Deep-Dive Analysis of This Episode is Available at maffeodrinks.com
...more
34min
May 21, 2023 008 | Data Analysis in On-trade: how to systematize your approach to bars | Part 1/2 of the Interview with Dom Bowcock, Co-founder of Bowimi (London, UK)
This Episode is hosted by Chris Maffeo and brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS

In this episode, Chris Maffeo spoke to Dom Bowcock, Co-founder of Bowimi.
They spoke about the importance of having a simple system to capture and analyze data to identify which customers to focus on. They discussed the importance for brands to secure new accounts and nurture relationships with existing ones so that their products continue selling well. They chatted about how small-scale experiments are beneficial when trying out different strategies across various venues - but balance is key to gathering useful data points without causing paralysis by analysis.
We hope you enjoy the conversation. Share it with friends, click follow and rate it if you liked it.
About the Host: ⁠⁠⁠Chris Maffeo⁠⁠
About the Guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dom Bowcock

This episode is brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS, an Advisory helping drinks leaders execute bottom-up growth while managing stakeholder expectations. You can get in touch at [email protected]
A Deep-Dive Analysis of This Episode is Available at maffeodrinks.com
...more
36min

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The podcast currently has 119 episodes available.

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