In the 7th episode of “Recipe to Revenue,” Leah Messina talks to Walt Taylor, Founder of GWT2Energy, a company that helps restaurants and businesses optimize their energy usage and reduce costs through sustainable energy solutions. Walt shares his 10-year journey in the energy consulting space and offers expert advice on how restaurants can save money while being more eco-friendly.

Tune into this episode to hear Walt’s insights on:
- The impact of energy management systems and how they can help restaurants cut down on energy waste and save more on utility bills.
- The growing importance of sustainability in the restaurant industry and the impact of community solar farms, EV charging stations, and energy-efficient upgrades.
- Actionable tips for restaurants to leverage rebate programs and optimize utility rates to lower energy costs.
- Creating a sustainability message that resonates with customers and employees to communicate energy-saving efforts and green initiatives.
- The challenges of working with the restaurant industry versus retail, and how GWT2Energy helps both sectors save money while growing green.

Explore more about GWT2Energy:
🌐Website: www.gwt2energy.com
🔗https://www.linkedin.com/company/gwt2energy/ 

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In the 6th episode of "Recipe to Revenue," Leah Messina, of Sinuate Media, talks with Walt Clements, the CEO and founder of Meta Wine, a company revolutionizing the wine industry with innovative approaches to production, distribution, and customization. With a background in software and a passion for sustainability, Walt shares his journey from discovering bulk wine sales in Italy to creating a unique wine platform in the United States. 

Tune into this episode to hear intriguing discussions on:
- The genesis of Meta Wine and how an outsider's perspective led to innovative solutions in the wine industry.
- Meta Wine's sustainable business model, and how they reduced the company's carbon footprint and shipping costs by over 50%
- The company's unique approach to private label programs for hospitality groups, making it easy for buyers to say "yes."
- Creative strategies for de-risking custom beverage programs, including low order minimums and short lead times.
- The future of wine experiences, including a forthcoming tasting room where customers can blend and label their own wines.

Explore more about Meta Wine:
🌐 Website: https://meta.wine/

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In the 5th episode of "Recipe to Revenue," Leah Messina, founder of Sinuate Media visits with Ten Vong, the chef and co-owner of Ejji Ramen in Baltimore, Maryland. With over 30 years of culinary experience, Chef Ten shares his journey from opening his first restaurant at 20, working with renowned chefs in New York, to returning to Baltimore to bring his unique fusion cuisine to life at Ejji Ramen.

Listen to this episode to hear intriguing discussions on:

- The evolution of Ejji Ramen and the inspiration behind its innovative dishes to fuse traditional Malaysian laksa with a non-traditional twist on ramen.
- Challenges the restaurant industry faced during the pandemic, including shifts in consumer behavior and the rise of ghost kitchens.
- Insights into the modern food critic landscape and the impact of content creators versus traditional food journalism.
- Chef Ten's creative strategies for maintaining quality and standing out in a competitive market, including sourcing high-quality ingredients and diversifying revenue streams through pop-ups and exciting collaborations.

Explore more about Ejji Ramen:
🌐 Website: https://ejjiramen.com/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ejjieats/

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Explore the dynamic world of functional beverages with Leah Messina, CEO and Founder of Sinuate Media as she visits with Louis Heinsz from Bevnology and Doug Christoph of Intercontinental Beverage Capital (IBC) in this episode of Recipe to Revenue.

Louis and Doug, each leveraging their vast experience in the food and beverage industry, share thoughts and insights on:

- Emerging trends in functional beverages and how they are impacting the industry
- The critical role of ingredient innovation in creating functional drinks
- Financial considerations for launching and growing beverage brands
- The collaborative partnership between Bevnology and IBC, supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses to compete with industry giants.
- Their career journeys, including time at Coca-Cola, and transition into the functional beverage market.

Learn more about Bevnology and IBC:
🌐 Bevnology Website: https://bevno.com/
🌐 IBC Website: https://inbevcapital.com/
🔗 Find Louis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisheinsz/ 
🔗 Find Doug on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-c-abb500/ 

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Listen as Leah Messina, Founder and CEO of Sinuate Media, joins in an insightful conversation with Bruce Schroder in episode three of Recipe to Revenue. 

When you tune into this episode, you'll hear Bruce explain how he is working to transform the food service and delivery landscape with Crave Kitchens, as well as valuable insights on:

- The rapid evolution of online ordering and delivery, especially during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Overcoming the challenges of fulfillment and distribution in the food service industry.
- The significance of multi-brand kitchens and how they cater to diverse consumer preferences.
- Strategic moves like integrating labor and downsizing kitchens to optimize efficiency and profitability.
- Personal anecdotes from his career journey, including pivotal moments at PepsiCo, Taco Bell, Jamba Juice, Peet's Coffee, and Moe's Southwest Grill.

Find Bruce:
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beschroder/
On the Web: https://www.cravekitchens.com/

This podcast is brought to you by Sinuate Media and InterContinental Beverage Capital. Learn more at https://www.sinuatemedia.com and  https://www.inbevcapital.com. 

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Leah Messina of Sinuate Media interviews Paola Pavan of OPC International about her experience introducing wine & spirit brands into the US market. Paola shares her 

Paola shares her extensive experience in bringing international spirit brands to the U.S. market, from her roots in Italy's famed wine regions to her strategic advisory role in New York. Discover the complexities of cultural adaptation, the importance of understanding the American consumer, and the challenges international brands face in the U.S. market. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur in the beverage industry or a seasoned professional, Paola's insights offer valuable lessons on navigating the intricacies of international brand expansion. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation full of professional tips and personal stories that could help shape your business strategy.

Find Paola: 
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/opc-international-llc
On the Web: https://opc-international.com/

This podcast is brought to you by Sinuate Media and InterContinental Beverage Capital. Learn more at https://www.sinuatemedia.com and  https://www.inbevcapital.com. 

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Leah Messina of Sinuate Media interviews Dimitri Ieromonahos of G&M Restaurant, a Maryland staple known for its amazing crab cakes. Dimitri shares the story of the family business and how they turned a local restaurant into an e-commerce powerhouse, selling over 300,000 pounds of crab meat per year. 

We talk about:

- Dimitri's journey into the family business & learning it from all angles
- tech challenges of e-commerce platforms & integrations
- logistic issues of merging a restaurant operation with packing & shipping
- figuring out how to perfect shipping when running an e-commerce food & beverage business
- the importance of strategic partners to handle things like marketing

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