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Exciting news! This week's podcast guest is Lauryn Bodden, the winner of Netflix’s first season of Snack vs. Chef! Lauryn wowed us all as she competed alongside 12 chefs, channeling her inner food scientist to recreate classic snacks and invent her own original creations. After her victory, Lauryn launched S’NOODS, a deliciously crunchy snack noodle that's perfectly seasoned and ready to enjoy right out of the bag each time! In addition to running S’NOODS, Lauryn is a recipe developer and private chef for The Sailing Collective. She’s also worked as a food editor and stylist for major meal kits, brands, and publications.
 
In this episode, you'll learn:
How Lauryn used nostalgic snacks to create S’NOODS
Her marketing strategy as a solo founderHow she overcame imposter syndrome and gained confidence on Snack vs. Chef
Tune in now to hear Lauryn’s incredible journey!
 
 

This week, we're thrilled to sit down with Megan Roup, the inspiring founder of The Sculpt Society! Launched in 2017, Megan's decision to turn her passion for fitness into a full-time career led to the creation of The Sculpt Society, a revolutionary platform that embodies her belief in the transformative power of movement for personal growth and well-being. As a mother of two, Megan's journey with TSS continues to evolve, and she's here to share her mantra: "commit to less so you can show up more." With workouts ranging from quick 5-minute bursts to comprehensive 50-minute sessions, The Sculpt Society truly offers something for everyone, regardless of fitness level.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Megan's journey in developing The Sculpt Society from a personal passion to a thriving fitness community.
The pivotal role dance played in shaping Megan's fitness journey and the unique blend it brings to The Sculpt Society's workouts. 
The exciting story of how Vimeo approached Megan to collaborate on developing her very own fitness app.

Join us in welcoming Jake Deleon, the founder of Fila Manila! 
Jake, a first-generation Filipino American born in the Philippines and raised in New Jersey, founded Fila Manila to spread the joy of Filipino family, culture, and cuisine. Discover award-winning Filipino flavors like Adobo Sauce, Banana Ketchup & Ube Purple Yam Spread, perfect for enjoying at home!
This year, Jake secured a $250,000 investment from Daniel Lubetzky on Shark 🦈 Tank!
During this episode, Jake shares his journey to closing the deal on National TV. 
Tune in to learn about: Jake's journey from CPG to entrepreneurship. Navigating a retail launch during COVID-19. How resilience turned a pitch competition loss into a Shark Tank win.
Join the Fila Manila WeFunder Campaign! 

Join us this week as we chat with David Cantor, Founder of Folk Revival, on his mission to enhance food resilience. Discover how he's bridging worlds by introducing high protein, low carb options to natural food enthusiasts.
On this episode you’ll learn:
Are Acorns the Next Superfood Trend? 🌰🌱 The reasoning behind their strategic decision to avoiding using acorns in the brand name. How they landed a deal with Whole Foods. Are Acorns 🌰 the Next Big Food Innovation? 🌍 Their innovative fundraising approach on WeFunder.  
Don't miss this insightful episode!

This week we welcomed Celine and Joline Nehoray to our studio! 
Join us as we dive into their inspiring journey from sisters to cofounders of Beverly Hills Lingerie.  Founded in 2018, their brand draws inspiration from the 1980s trend of lingerie as streetwear, bringing a fresh perspective to the oversaturated market. Beverly Hills Lingerie has since been featured in Vogue, Entrepreneur, GQ, The Zoe Report, Who What Wear, WWD & more! More than just a product, Beverly Hills Lingerie is a service that is elevating the experience of self-love and empowerment. With an all-female team, Celine & Joline exemplify the importance of women supporting women in business.
Tune in to our episode to discover their secrets to success!
Unlock key learnings from our latest episode: 
Discover how Beverly Hills Lingerie crafted its brand voice & engaged its audience.  Follow Celine & Joline's journey to success, fueled by family bonds.  Gain entrepreneurial tips from the sisters. Don't miss out on these invaluable insights

This week we’re sitting down with Carrie Barber of MAKE Beauty. Carrie navigated her career with some of the most influential brands in beauty, with roles at top companies such as Sephora, Augustinus Bader, Bloomingdales and VIOLET GREY, establishing herself as part of the industry’s new guard of tastemakers. Carrie harnesses the advancements of biotechnology and formulates each product with sustainable botanical materials, lab engineered natural ingredients, and skin-compatible synthetics that go beyond the concept of clean. MAKE products are formulated using botanical and botanically derived ingredients and tested synthetic ingredients.
This episode’s key highlights:
Learn about Carrie's journey to create MAKE Beauty and understand the brand's unique strategies that contribute to its lasting impact in the beauty industry.
Explore Carrie's shift from working with major beauty brands to becoming an entrepreneur. Learn about the challenges and victories that led her to forge her path.
Discover how Carrie conquered dyslexia, turning it into a strength in her entrepreneurial journey. Explore the mindset and support systems that empowered her success.
Dive into what lies ahead for MAKE Beauty, exploring upcoming developments and strategies. Learn about the envisioned steps for growth and success in the brand's future.