Retail Ready Podcast

In this episode I just want to go into a bit more detail on how I spot trends and opportunities through the different platforms I use. These methods I use can be used If you are a large multi-national business or just someone who wants to create a product in their kitchen, the process is the same.

One thing I want to point out very early is that, I can safely say is that if you are visiting supermarkets for trends then you are a few years too late but we can go into this in more detail later.

In this episode called The Retailer and the supplier. I wanted to provide you with some knowledges which might just help any supplier listening and any individual working in the retail space too.

Here are my 5 key insights and findings you will hear in this podcast:

1. Not every manufacturer is making double digit margin.

1. "Retailers can make or break suppliers".

1. Decision makers have never set foot in a factory most of the time.

1. Relationships are key.

1. Getting your product on the shelf takes time.

I hope you enjoyed these snippets of insights. One thing I am realising when I speak with more and more suppliers is that we are all in the same game. We face the same headaches and there is a great connecting and energy. Some suppliers are just on different levels but the end goal is the same and that is to create amazing products.

Hayley using her dietetic background and love for food realised there were some of the most nutrient dense superfoods in Australia's very own back garden. Hayley has worked closely with Aboriginal communities and farmers to help bring the likes of Davidson Plum, wattle seed, mountain pepperberry and lemon myrtle to top chefs and food brands such as remedy kombucha, Koko Black, Archie rose, Charlies cookies and Byron bay cookies to name a few.

I was very impressed and inspired with hearing Hayley's story. She saw an amazing opportunity, which faced numerous hurdles and headache but persisted and her persistence now allows many people to now bring new flavours and health benefits to there products.

Enjoy listening to the Retail Ready Podcast.

Todays guest is Sharon Natoli who is an author, public speaker and runs her own business whereby she works with medium to large business and brands. This episode she was just dropping the knowledge bombs.

In the episode we discuss Sharon's latest book she wrote, Food for a better future – a new direction for the global business of food which is a must read for anyone working in the food industry who deals with the end consumer. We also tap into Sharons 30 years of knowledge of the industry and discuss the ever changing landscape of the food world and the role health plays in this.

Contact Sharon at: https://www.sharonnatoli.com

On todays episode I spoke with Nick Sheridan. Nick is the founder of 99th Monkey which is a nut butter brand based in Melbourne.

All Nicks nut butters are made in small hand crafted batches and taste amazing. By some at www.99thmonkey.com.au. His brand can be found in over 700 stores as well as Coles Local too.

The nut butter market has just blown up globally. Peanut butter is still the largest shareholder, but room has been made for almond, cashew, brazil and more niche blends. Consumers are realising the health benefits, taste and versality of using them.

As always please give feedback and a rating on iTunes.

On todays episode we spoke with Mat Stillone. Mat is the founder of Integrity Foods which manufacturers for some of the biggest supplement brands in Australia.

Australians are some of the world's largest consumers of dietary supplements. The sports nutrition market alone is worth over $1 billion and growing.

Mat is enjoying his own piece of this industry too with his own plant based protein range, Botanica which can be found in Aldi, health stores and online.

Mat has gone from being a single dad on centre link to growing a $12m business. The passion Mat has for the industry is amazing and this episode was a pleasure to do.

You are listening to the retail ready podcast, and this is Epsiode 13. Enjoy.

On episode 12, I got the chance to talk business with Jamie Thurin from Slim Secrets. Slim secrets was founded by his mum, Sharon in the early 00's and has grown to not only be a product you will find in Australia but also in 10 other countries.

In this episode we discuss with Jamie all things export, protein, social influencers and get to know how this brand has been so successful.

You are listening to the retail ready podcast, hosted by Ben Whyatt and this is Epsiode 12. Enjoy.

Uplift Foods founder Kara Landau is a business lady with guts. She has created a brand which focusses on improving the internal health of the consumer. Known as the gut guru, Kara is a qualified dietician but also CEO, COO, CFO and many more titles while she grows her business in Australia and America.

Found out more from Uplift and Kara here: https://upliftfood.com

Conor Reynolds saw a opportunity to improve the health of office staff and created a business around it. Snackwize delivers healthy snacks straight to the office.

In this episode we talk business, what makes a healthy snack and the future opportunities within the business.

Learn more about Snackwize here:

http://snackwize.com

One of my favourite episodes to date. Justin also known as Mr Insights was dropping some serious insight knowledge bombs. A must listen to anyone in the food business.

If you want to get in contact with Justin or Jacqui from the episode, then please get in touch.

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