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Jan. 9, 2025

Navigating Retail Success: Insights from Martin Forde on Transforming…

In this episode Mike Gelb speaks with Martin Forde, early employee of Dr. Squatch and current retail advisor at Omnichannel Ventures. They discuss Martin's recruitment and contributions to Dr. Squatch's retail strategy, detai...

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Dec. 20, 2024

The Art of Scaling a Vegan Donut Brand with Kathrin Henon, Founder of…

Kathrin Henon, the visionary founder and CEO of Planet Bake, joins us to share her inspiring journey of crafting the perfect sugar-free, vegan, and gluten-free donut. Catherine's story is one of innovation and determination, ...

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Dec. 16, 2024

Introducing a New Form Factor to Electrolytes: Popsicles. with CC Sal…

Struggling with dehydration during her runs, our guest discovered an unexpected solution in her kitchen: homemade electrolyte popsicles. Inspired by her mom's passion for healthy eating, she crafted popsicles free from artifi...

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Dec. 16, 2024

Introducing a New Form Factor to Electrolytes: Popsicles. with CC Sal…

Struggling with dehydration during her runs, our guest discovered an unexpected solution in her kitchen: homemade electrolyte popsicles. Inspired by her mom's passion for healthy eating, she crafted popsicles free from artifi...

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Dec. 4, 2024

From the Kitchen to 5,000 stores in 12 months: How Troy Bonde Scaled …

Discover the entrepreneurial spirit of Troy Bonde, CEO and co-founder of the innovative pasta sauce company SAUZ, as he takes us on a flavorful journey from college dreams to grocery aisle success. Troy, alongside his co-foun...

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Nov. 22, 2024

Retail Buying Unveiled: Navigating DTC Brands and Market Strategies w…

Vanessa, a seasoned retail buyer at Target, takes us on an enlightening journey from her marketing days at Neutrogena to the intricate world of retail buying. She offers invaluable insights into the art of brand launching, em...

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Nov. 16, 2024

Navigating Retail Challenges with Daily Crunch's Dan Stephenson

Dan Stephenson, the co-founder and COO of Daily Crunch, joins us to share an inspiring story of growth and resilience. What began as a simple idea sparked by Diane's journey in India, learning about the brain health advantage...

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Nov. 8, 2024

How He Built a Distillery in the Heart of Los Angeles with Melkon Kho…

Craft distillery pioneer Melkon Khosrovian joins us to recount the remarkable story of how Green Bar Distillery began as a humble experiment in creating tasty liquor infusions for his fiancée, only to blossom into one of the ...

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Oct. 31, 2024

From Online to OmniChannel: Scale Your Rising DTC Brand to Mass Retail

Unlock the secrets of successful retail expansion and learn how you can transition from Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) to retail seamlessly. With insights from our amazing guests: • Vir Satyan from RangeMe • Caroline Grace from Pro...

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Oct. 25, 2024

From Family Recipes to Retail Success: How Yasameen Sajady is Buildin…

Yasameen Sajady, co-founder of Maazah, takes us on a flavorful journey through the creation of a successful Middle Eastern sauce empire. With her sister Sheila by her side, Yasameen transformed their mother's cherished recipe...

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Oct. 17, 2024

How He's Creating a New CPG Category: Bagel Chips with Phil Gorman, F…

Journey with us as we unravel the surprising evolution from bagel-making to innovating bagel chips. What started as a simple offer to provide bagel dough turned into a creative partnership with a smoked fish dip company. This...

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Oct. 11, 2024

Bringing Wine Tastings To Homes with Joe Welch, Founder of In Good Ta…

Former SpaceX IT procurement buyer turned winery owner takes us on a fascinating journey from the high-tech world to the charming realms of wine country. Our guest shares how the camaraderie and rich history of the wine indus...

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Oct. 4, 2024

Innovation In CPG with Michelle Breyer from SKU LIVE from Austin

Michelle Breyer, the trailblazing CMO of SKU and founder of Naturally Curly, joins us in this episode to share her incredible journey from personal hair struggles to creating a game-changing platform for textured hair. Michel...

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Sept. 27, 2024

Launching The First Shelf Stable Instant Matzo Ball Soup with Sarah N…

Get an insider look at the intricate challenges Sarah faced while creating a shelf-stable, freeze-dried matzo ball soup. Hear about the critical role a talented chef played in refining the recipe and slashing labor costs by 7...

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Sept. 20, 2024

Turning Loss into Legacy: The Inspiring Journey of Custom Diamonds wi…

Adelle Archer, CEO and founder of Eterneva, takes us on an emotional and enlightening journey through the innovative process of turning ashes and hair of loved ones into custom diamonds. Sparked by the loss of her dear friend...

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Sept. 12, 2024

Investing in the Next Big CPG Brand: Insights from Industry Experts M…

Navigate the intricate stages of venture capital funding with us as we break down what VCs really look for in seed and Series A investments. Learn about the critical importance of consumer validation, strategic decision-makin...

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Sept. 5, 2024

Subchapter 5 Bankruptcy Part 2: The Role of the Debtor's Lawyer with …

Navigate the complex terrain of bankruptcy options and restructuring plans with our in-depth exploration of essential steps for founders and company leaders. We tackle crucial questions about potential buyers, secured debt ho...

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Aug. 28, 2024

Subchapter 5 Bankruptcy: The Role of a Trustee in Business Restructur…

Unlock the secrets of successful business restructuring with insights that could save your company. This episode of re:COGs sheds light on Subchapter 5 bankruptcies, a pivotal amendment to Chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy Code...

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Aug. 15, 2024

From Home Kitchen to Dried Fruit Empire with Matt Weiss, CEO & Founde…

What if your next big business idea was hiding in your kitchen? Meet Matt Weiss, co-founder and CEO of Rind Snacks, who transformed a home-based dehydration hobby into a thriving brand focused on the often-overlooked rind of...

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Aug. 8, 2024

Creating the Non-Alcoholic Community and Launching a Brand Nationwide…

Unlock the secrets to turning a pandemic-driven trend into a nationwide brand as we sit down with Emily Heintz, the visionary CEO and founder of Sèchey. Discover how Emily leveraged the growing interest in non-alcoholic bever...

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Aug. 2, 2024

Turning a Skiing Setback into Skincare Success with Jake Rosenberg, F…

Subscribe to our events – https://manufactured.com/events/ How can a skiing accident revolutionize the men's skincare market? In this episode, we're joined by Jake Rosenberg, founder and CEO of Krete, who shares his unexpecte...

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July 27, 2024

Crafting the Ultimate Whiskey-Coffee Experience with Jacob Guss

Jacob Guss, founder and CEO of Bold Move Beverage, takes us on an exciting journey from his love for coffee to creating a unique Ready-to-Drink (RTD) concoction that masterfully combines American whiskey and premium cold brew...

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July 26, 2024

From Accident to Innovation in Men's Skincare with Jake Rosenberg

Sign up for our events here – https://manufactured.com/events/ How can a skiing accident revolutionize the men's skincare market? In this episode, we're joined by Jake Rosenberg, founder and CEO of Krete, who shares his unex...

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July 6, 2024

Transforming Baby Food with Globowls' Unique Flavors

Sign up for our events - www.manufactured.com/events Discover the secrets to revolutionizing the baby food industry with Erica Bethe Levin, founder and CEO of Globowl. Learn how Erica's personal experiences and keen observat...

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