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Episode 199 - :

Eboost: Josh Taekman

Eboost founder/CEO Josh Taekman chronicled his career path from music marketing, including a partnership with hip-hop and fashion mogul Sean “P. Diddy” Combs, to beverage entrepreneurship with energy platform brand Eboost, and also discussed why he initially focused on non-traditional retail and how he landed a joint venture with AriZona Beverage Co. to produce and distribute the product.

Taste Radio Ep. 199: Innovate, Survive, Adapt, Win. How Eboost Is Playing The Long Game.2020-02-04T15:40:00+00:00

Insider Episode 70 - :

Secret ‘Sauce’: How TRUFF Engineered A Brand For Social Media

+ Nick Guillen & Nick Ajluni, TRUFF

This week we’re joined by Nick Guillen and Nick Ajluni, founders of TRUFF, a fast-growing brand of upscale, truffle-infused hot sauces. Guillen and Ajluni spoke about how their shared backgrounds in digital media and streetwear fashion inspired the creation of TRUFF, how Instagram factored into the brand’s design and why they are trying to “influence the influencer” on social media.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 70: Secret ‘Sauce’: How TRUFF Engineered A Brand For Social Media2021-04-18T18:49:49+00:00

Episode 198 - :

Miyoko's Creamery: Miyoko Schinner

Miyoko Schinner, founder and CEO of fast-growing vegan cheese and butter company Miyoko’s Creamery, spoke about why she describes her business “a mission with a company,” the importance of empowering employees and ensuring they align with the brand’s ethos and why investors “have to love you for who you really are.”

Taste Radio Ep. 198: Trying To Change The World? Miyoko’s Founder Explains Why You Need To Embrace Transparency.2020-07-02T10:14:00+00:00

Insider Episode 69 - :

This Entrepreneur Was Treading Water… Until He Was Saved By A ‘Shark’

+ John Sorial, TaDah Foods

John Sorial, founder of Mediterranean-inspired food brand TaDah Foods, spoke about how he navigated the company through a period of constant challenges, why finding a co-packing partner is like “getting married,” preparing for his pitch on “Shark Tank” and what it was like to turn down an offer from Mark Cuban.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 69: This Entrepreneur Was Treading Water… Until He Was Saved By A ‘Shark’2021-04-18T18:49:49+00:00

Episode 197 - :

Orgain: Andrew Abraham

Andrew Abraham, founder and CEO of Orgain, discussed the creation and early development of the pioneering protein brand, the importance of building a sustainable business infrastructure and how maintaining a positive and steadfast belief in the company’s mission and a focus on meaningful innovation have been key to its success. This episode is presented by Flavorman, the beverage architects.

Taste Radio Ep. 197: The ‘Cautiously Optimistic’ Strategy That Guides This Protein Powerhouse2020-01-21T15:20:25+00:00

Insider Episode 68 - :

How This Super Bowl Winner Is Tackling Disruption In The Drinks Space

+ Matt Light & Bill Dessel, KEEL Vodka

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by former NFL star Matt Light and Bill Dessel, the co-founders of sessionable spirit brand Keel Vodka. As part of our conversation, Light explained why despite ruthless competition as a professional football player, entrepreneurship “is more challenging than it ever would be on the playing field.” He and Dessel also discussed how they overcame initial regulatory hurdles, the benefits of a local distribution strategy, and why “living the lifestyle” is critical for brand ambassadors.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 68: How This Super Bowl Winner Is Tackling Disruption In The Drinks Space2021-04-18T18:49:49+00:00

Episode 196 - :

Caulipower: Gail Becker

Gail Becker, founder & CEO of Caulipower, discussed the swift rise of her vegetable-forward frozen food brand, including why she left a successful career behind to start the company, the value of taking risks, how she identified and partnered with early-stage investors and why humility is critical for success.

Taste Radio Ep. 196: Caulipower’s Gail Becker Built A $100M Brand In Just Three Years. Here’s How She Did It.2020-01-14T11:50:40+00:00

Insider Episode 67 - :

Your Side Hustle Could Be Worth Millions. And It Needs A Strategy.

+ Matt Weiss, RIND Snacks

In this episode, Matt Weiss, founder/CEO of RIND Snacks, discussed his approach to incubating the skin-on dried fruit brand while maintaining his full-time job. Weiss spoke about how he assessed the financial and opportunity costs of entrepreneurship, the importance of open and honest communication with his employer while incubating RIND and why he believes in “relentless networking.”

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 67: Your Side Hustle Could Be Worth Millions. And It Needs A Strategy.2021-04-18T18:49:50+00:00

Episode 195 - :

Alfred Coffee/Calidad Beer: Josh Zad

Josh Zad, founder of trendsetting cafe chain Alfred Coffee, spoke about how the brand’s appeal is derived from its foundation as “a creative platform” focused on customer experience, why he believes that Alfred isn’t “doing anything groundbreaking” and how he’s attempting to replicate Alfred’s success with Calidad Beer, an upstart brand of Mexican-style lagers.

Taste Radio Ep. 195: How ‘Customer First’ Fuels One Of L.A.’s Hottest Brands2020-01-07T12:43:55+00:00

Insider Episode 66 - :

Next Level Advice On Investment, Goals, Profitability & More

This special edition of Taste Radio Insider highlights actionable insights and advice from interviews with six founders, creators and investors who joined us on the show during the second half of 2019. Our guests include Zico founder and Powerplant Ventures co-founder Mark Rampolla; Zoe Feldman, the director of the Chobani Incubator; Rick’s Picks founder and CEO Rick Field; Mike Cessario, the founder and CEO of Liquid Death; Harbinger Ventures founder Megan Bent and Chris Kirby, the founder of Ithaca Craft Hummus.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 66: Next Level Advice On Investment, Goals, Profitability & More2021-04-18T18:49:50+00:00
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