104 episodes

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.


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Food Founders® Podcast Healthy Food & Beverage Group

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 12 Ratings

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.


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    Grow your brand through awards with Top Note Tonic Water

    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

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

    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

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

    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

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    • 30 min
    How Small Store Insights Can Unlock Wholefoods Success with Freestyle Snacks

    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

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

    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

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    • 35 min
    High fashion to a retail food brand with Rawmantic Chocolate

    High fashion to a retail food brand with Rawmantic Chocolate

    In this episode of the Food Founders® Podcast, we sit down with Rawmantics Chocolate's founder Kasia Bosne and discuss her career shift from high fashion to the CPG industry. Hear what made her decide to make the switch and her advice for you on starting your food brand. She talks about when the customer is right, when you should follow your gut, and why you should be patient.
    Learn more about Rawmantic Chocolate here: https://rawmanticchocolate.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

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    • 24 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
12 Ratings

12 Ratings

Jimmy J89 ,

We need this

I find these podcasts so helpful for younger brands to learn from others. What to look for and how to pivot when things go not as planned. Great job and keep up the good job

Zayna Rose ,

Excellent interviews and insights!

The conversations in these episodes are packed with good takeaways. As an entrepreneur, the behind the scenes look at these businesses has been valuable. The insights on branding and Ainsley’s interviewing style keep me coming back to this show!

matthiasmoir ,

Great start

Great conversations, and great info directly from the source. Love the spotlight being put on some plant based products as well.

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