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Insider Episode 104 - :

The First Step To Securing Millions In Venture Capital? It’s Easier Than You Think.

+ Filipp Chebotarev, Cambridge SPG

Filipp Chebotarev, co-founder of venture capital firm Cambridge SPG, spoke about what he learned from developing an unsuccessful food brand, effective strategies for initiating and cultivating relationships with investors, why he’ll review a 70-page pitch deck under the right circumstances and the general rules that predict success in food and beverage.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 104: The First Step To Securing Millions In Venture Capital? It’s Easier Than You Think.2021-04-18T18:48:18+00:00

Episode 231 - :

Hoplark: Dean Eberhardt

Dean Eberhardt, co-founder & CEO of Hoplark, spoke about how getting fired from his own prior startup led him to a “lightbulb” moment and inspired the creation of the fast-growing hopped tea brand, his belief that he’s “a marketing textbook’s worst nightmare,” how the company has succeeded during the pandemic, and why he turned down a venture capital investment this past summer.

Taste Radio Ep. 231: Why ‘Going Right When Everyone Is Going Left’ Made Hoplark A Budding Star2020-10-27T14:36:02+00:00

Insider Episode 103 - :

What Makes A ‘Hot’ Brand? It’s Personal.

+ Jing Gao, Fly By Jing

Jing Gao, founder & CEO of Sichuan-inspired sauce and seasoning brand Fly By Jing, discussed the origins of her passion for Chinese food culture and why she set out to create a brand that could elevate consumers’ expectations for the cuisine’s flavors. She also spoke about how she managed a surge in demand in 2020 and how she addressed racist comments posted on the brand’s Instagram page.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 103: What Makes A ‘Hot’ Brand? It’s Personal.2021-04-18T18:48:18+00:00

Insider Episode 102 - :

How Do You Build A Giant-Killer? Start With Peas.

+ Nick Desai, Peatos

Nick Desai, founder & CEO of pea-based snack brand Peatos, spoke about why he’s taking direct aim at legacy junk food brands, how to achieve meaningful scale amid consumer skepticism about better-for-you snacking, why he believes that he’s doing the right thing regardless of the brand’s chances for success and his perspective that the American dream “is still very much alive.”

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 102: How Do You Build A Giant-Killer? Start With Peas.2021-04-18T18:48:18+00:00

Episode 230 - :

88 Acres: Nicole Ledoux

Nicole Ledoux, co-founder & CEO of seed-based food company 88 Acres, spoke about the thoughtful process of scaling from a local to national brand, why she credits in-house production as a significant competitive advantage and how a successful Kickstarter campaign provided the foundation for the brand’s retail launch and successive fundraising initiatives.

Taste Radio Ep. 230: How This ‘Plant’ Enables 88 Acres To Control Its Own Destiny2020-10-14T11:53:38+00:00

Insider Episode 101 - :

Why This Firm Is Investing Millions In ‘The Intersection Of The Interesting And The Obvious’

+ Carlton Fowler: Goat Rodeo Capital

Carlton Fowler, managing partner of venture capital firm Goat Rodeo Capital, discussed his strategy for investing in brands with a unique consumer proposition or go-to-market strategy, explained why he’s bearish on alcohol-free beverage alternatives and how he evaluates the opportunity for cannabis-based drinks amid an uncertain regulatory environment.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 101: Why This Firm Is Investing Millions In ‘The Intersection Of The Interesting And The Obvious’2021-04-18T18:48:19+00:00

Episode 229 - :

Artingstall's Gin: Paul Feig

Paul Feig, the Hollywood director and producer behind blockbuster comedy “Bridesmaids,” sat down with us to discuss his latest project, Artingstall’s Gin. Feig spoke about how his personality is incorporated into the brand, why he compares the business of distilled spirits to that of directing a movie and his ultimate goal for Artingstall’s.

Taste Radio Ep. 229: ‘Bridesmaids’ Director Paul Feig Wants To Upgrade Your Martini2020-10-06T13:14:06+00:00

Insider Episode 100 - :

How Outer Aisle Became The Fastest Growing Food Brand In The U.S.

+ Jeanne David, Outer Aisle

Jeanne David, founder & CEO, Outer Aisle spoke about how being early on several current food trends helped the brand land its first major retailer, why the company aims to “revolutionize” a legacy food category, why she decided not to outsource manufacturing and why she urges entrepreneurs to use experienced advisors during a fundraising process.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 100: How Outer Aisle Became The Fastest Growing Food Brand In The U.S.2021-04-18T18:48:19+00:00

Episode 228 - :

"The Checkout": Errol Schweizer

Veteran food industry insider, trendsetter and entrepreneur Errol Schweizer explained how systemic racism, labor inequality and outdated cannabis laws are affecting the food and beverage industry, and how he is attempting to motivate action and change via his new podcast, “The Checkout.”

Taste Radio Ep. 228: Errol Schweizer: ‘We Have The Most Work To Do In The Food Industry.’2020-09-29T11:42:44+00:00

Insider Episode 99 - :

Why Strategic Investors Love Brands That Create Systems For Success

+ Jason Barrett, Black Button Distilling

Jason Barrett, founder & CEO of craft spirits producer Black Button Distilling, spoke about how a stint in small business consulting impacted his vision for the company, why he didn’t seek outside capital to launch Black Button and why he credits an effective systems management strategy as the key reason that spirits conglomerate Constellation Brands invested in the distillery.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 99: Why Strategic Investors Love Brands That Create Systems For Success2021-04-18T18:48:19+00:00
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