Food Founders® Podcast

Healthy Food & Beverage Group
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Food Founders® Podcast

Whether you're looking to get on your first store shelf or grow your national or international packaged food or beverage brand, the food founders podcast lets you hear what it really takes to launch, grow and scale a packaged food or beverage business. Hear food founders share how they got to where they are today and what it's going to take to get to their next level of success. Food industry expert Ainsley Moir shares her insights and interviews brands you can learn from so you can grow your packaged food or beverage business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. MAY 21

    University project turned full time food business with Absurd Snacks

    Food founders Eli & Grace of Absurd Snacks share their journey in creating a new line of nut-free and allergy-friendly trail mix. They share how a university class fueled the creation of Absurd Snacks, which was inspired to address the serious food allergies of a fellow classmate. Eli and Grace discuss the challenges they faced such as finding ingredients free from allergens and managing the production process. They touch on their use of social media platforms to build community and spread the word about their product. Learn more about Absurd Snacks here: https://absurdsnacks.com/ Want support growing your food business? Visit https://bit.ly/47j5Bs3 Get The Blueprint to having a Food Brand That Sells here: https://bit.ly/3RMMCiw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    24 min

  2. MAY 7

    Keep it simple, have fun and take it day by day to grow with Neeva Snacks

    Hear how food founder Sandrew from Neeva Shaker Cereal, a high protein full flavor cereal brand went from idea to a growing D2C brand with 80+ retail locations and growing across the country in the last 18 months. Sandrew shares how he initially pitched the product to gym members, gradually expanded into local supplement stores, and eventually attracted a wider audience with the help of mom influencers. He talks about the struggles and triumphs of starting a business and managing its growth with a. young family and another business to run and how he landed an audition on Dragon's Den for his Shaker Cereal. Learn more about Neeva here: https://neevasnacks.com/ Want support growing your food business? Visit https://bit.ly/47j5Bs3 Get The Blueprint to having a Food Brand That Sells here: https://bit.ly/3RMMCiw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  3. APR 23

    Strategies for line extension and expanding your consumer base with Little Spoon

    We're talking with Angela Vranich, the brains behind Little Spoon, as she takes us on an exciting journey of redefining children's nutrition. Join us as Angela shares the story of creating a brand that not only fills tummies but also warms hearts. Learn how Little Spoon's innovative approach, from fresh baby food to the recent Biteables launch has become a game-changer for parents seeking wholesome options. Hear how Little Spoon's DTC approach helped them grow quickly, build relationships with their customers, and how filling gaps in the market allows them to keep their customers coming back longer. Learn more about Little Spoon here: https://www.littlespoon.com/ Want support growing your food business? Visit https://bit.ly/47j5Bs3 Get The Blueprint to having a Food Brand That Sells here: https://bit.ly/3RMMCiw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min

  4. APR 9

    Grow your brand through awards with Top Note Tonic Water

    Hear why Top Note has leaned in on getting awards of recognition to help drive the focused growth of its Tonic Water brand. Mary and Ainsley dive into building a premium brand and what to focus on when building a brand good enough for Michelin Star restaurants, premium bars and discerning audiences. Celebrate National Gin & Tonic Day by tuning in and hear how this tonic brand is elevating the industry. Learn more about Top Note here: https://store.topnotetonic.com/ Want support growing your food business? Visit https://bit.ly/47j5Bs3 Get The Blueprint to having a Food Brand That Sells here: https://bit.ly/3RMMCiw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min

  5. MAR 26

    The Heat is On: Popadelics' Race Against Time for Market Success

    Ainsley sits down with Marilyn Yang, the food founder of Popadelics, as they dive into the strategies that led to the growth of the industries hottest mushroom chip. Marilyn shares her insights on tapping into macro trends, focusing on high returns, and making informed investments to help drive your chances of success in the food industry. Discover the do's and don'ts directly from Marilyn's experiences, providing valuable guidance for entrepreneurs navigating the competitive world of food entrepreneurship. Learn more about Popadelics here: https://popadelics.com/ Want support growing your food business? Visit https://bit.ly/47j5Bs3 Get The Blueprint to having a Food Brand That Sells here: https://bit.ly/3RMMCiw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min

  6. MAR 12

    Betting on Trade Shows - How Whoa Dough Has Accelerated Growth of Their Ready to Eat Cookie Dough Bars and Cookies

    Listen in as we talk to Todd Goldstein, the food founder of Whoa! Dough, and explore the secrets behind his business success using omnichannel strategies. Todd shares insights into the importance of aligning brand values, listening to customer feedback, and the incredible journey of turning Whoa! Dough into a thriving business. Discover the keys to mastering omnichannel approaches and gain inspiration from Todd's entrepreneurial journey in the competitive food industry. Learn more about Whoa! Dough here: https://www.whoadough.com/ Want support growing your food business? Visit https://bit.ly/47j5Bs3 Get The Blueprint to having a Food Brand That Sells here: https://bit.ly/3RMMCiw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min

  7. FEB 27

    How Small Store Insights Can Unlock Wholefoods Success with Freestyle Snacks

    Listen in as Nikki Seaman, food founder of Freestyle Snacks shares her experience reimagining the beloved olive industry. Nikki and Ainsley dive into the crucial role of packaging, the quest for aligned partners, and the resilience needed to overcome obstacles, especially the daunting prospect of hearing 'no' in your food business. Learn more about Freestyle Snacks here: /www.freestylesnacking.com Want support growing your food business? Visit https://bit.ly/47j5Bs3 Get The Blueprint to having a Food Brand That Sells here: https://bit.ly/3RMMCiw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min

  8. FEB 13

    Turning a $7K Kickstarter raise into a $100K+ business in 12 months with Sip Herbals

    Listen in as Orleatha Smith of Sip Herbals sits down and discusses how it's important to be flexible in a business partnership and why. Hear how she talks about the need of aligning your brand to your own values, how customer feedback should be listened to, and Sip Naturals' incredible journey, turning a $7,000 Kickstarter into a $100,000 business in just 12 months. Learn more about Sip Herbals here: https://sipherbals.com Want support growing your food business? Visit https://bit.ly/47j5Bs3 Get The Blueprint to having a Food Brand That Sells here: https://bit.ly/3RMMCiw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
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Whether you're looking to get on your first store shelf or grow your national or international packaged food or beverage brand, the food founders podcast lets you hear what it really takes to launch, grow and scale a packaged food or beverage business. Hear food founders share how they got to where they are today and what it's going to take to get to their next level of success. Food industry expert Ainsley Moir shares her insights and interviews brands you can learn from so you can grow your packaged food or beverage business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Healthy Food & Beverage Group
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    107
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ainsley Ideas Inc.
  • Show Website
    Food Founders® Podcast

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