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Friday Jun 30, 2023
Friday Jun 30, 2023
Welcome to another insightful episode on W@W. In today's episode, we delve into a long-overdue trend in the food industry: Food as Medicine. We all know the importance of eating fresh, less processed food for better health, but making healthy choices can be challenging. What if we could build a hospitality company centered around these principles? Joining us today is David Lanci, the CEO of Nexdine, who shares his vision and passion for Food as Medicine and discusses why "Value-Based Care" will shape the future of food.
Founder's Story - Everyone is a Foodie: David Lanci shares the inspiration behind Nexdine's revolutionary approach to food service and why the concept of Food as Medicine is vital. Discover how being a foodie at heart laid the foundation for creating a company that prioritizes the health and well-being of its customers.
Business Footprint - Each Facility as an Independent Restaurant: Learn how Nexdine's unique business model treats each facility as an independent restaurant, catering to the specific needs and preferences of the communities they serve. Find out how this approach fosters strong connections and personalized experiences for customers.
Exciting Segment - Senior Living: David expresses his excitement about working in the senior living sector, where administrators share a mission-driven approach and align with Nexdine's core values. Discover how the Food as Medicine concept brings positive change to the lives of seniors in these communities.
Creating a Food as Medicine "System" and Overcoming Obstacles: Explore the challenges faced in implementing a Food as Medicine "system" and how Nexdine overcame barriers to prioritize fresh, healthy foods over processed alternatives. Learn about their acquisition of Simplex Health, a Medical Nutrition Therapy company, and its integration into their approach.
Value-Based Care and the Impact on Insurance and Self-Insured Companies: Understand how Value-Based Care is transforming healthcare and how Nexdine's Food as Medicine aligns with this transformative shift. Discover how pending legislation will mandate positive changes in care, paving the way for the future of food services.
The Importance of Buying Local: Find out why Nexdine is committed to supporting local communities by buying local whenever possible. Learn about the benefits of sourcing fresh ingredients from local farmers and producers.
A Holistic Approach to the Dining Experience - Exploring 19 Dimensions: Explore the comprehensive dimensions of Nexdine's holistic dining experience, which goes beyond the food itself. Discover how ambiance, service, and social interaction contribute to customers' overall well-being.
Setting the Blueprint and Goals - The Role of Culture: Learn how Nexdine's strong company culture sets the blueprint and goals for their Food as Medicine approach. Discover the crucial role culture plays in fostering openness, collaboration, and innovation within the company.
Philosophy - Doing the Right Thing: David shares Nexdine's philosophy, where doing the right thing doesn't always cost more. Uncover how investing in health and well-being is a cost-effective strategy in the long run.
Lanci-isms - Valuing Team Members: Explore David Lanci's unique "Lanci-isms," including the importance of valuing team members on their way in and their way out of the company. Discover how Nexdine pays bonuses to employees who have left the company as a token of gratitude.
Tune in to gain insights into the transformative power of Food as Medicine and how Nexdine is shaping the future of food services with a passion for health and wellness.
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Season 3, Episode 39:
NEXDINE:
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About me and my mission and the podcast:
Are you looking for a fun and light-hearted podcast to discover unique brands and learn about the people and strategies successful companies are implementing in the CPG and Food and Beverage Industry? The brands featured here take us into the world of innovation, sustainability, good for you, lifestyle, QSR, Foodservice, Distribution, DTC, Club, and more.
I am a fun-loving business leader, podcaster, husband, dad, cyclist, and Convention of States volunteer in my spare time. My mission is to discover the people and ideas behind these different, better, and special companies.
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Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Hey coffee lovers and foodies. Discover what makes the Kona Coffee Belt unique and why Joanie Wynn and her husband moved to Hawaii, bought a coffee farm, and now sell directly to consumers the richest-tasting coffee in the world.
Kona Earth
Micro-roasted
100% Kona coffee
Founder’s Story
Arabica bean (Kona Tipica)
Harvesting – all hand-picked. Only ripe cherries are picked.
September – March, 5-7 rounds of picking
Challenges with CBB pests and CLR leaf rust
Production
Wet milled, then dried and raked over several days to dry, then dry milled, then green coffee is sold at wholesale, or roast it yourself.
Drying specifications 9-12% moisture content
Flavor Profiles
The Kona region
30 miles long, 2 miles wide
300 feet - 2,000+ elevation
Each farm finds what works in its location.
Challenges facing Kona Coffee Farmers
Labeling clarity laws
Season 3, Episode 38:
Kona Earth Coffee:
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Are you looking for a fun and light-hearted podcast to discover unique brands and learn about the people and strategies successful companies are implementing in the CPG and Food and Beverage Industry? The brands featured here take us into the world of innovation, sustainability, good for you, lifestyle, QSR, Foodservice, Distribution, DTC, Club, and more.
I am a fun-loving business leader, podcaster, husband, dad, cyclist, and Convention of States volunteer in my spare time. My mission is to discover the people and ideas behind these different, better, and special companies.
Entrepreneurs and CEOs, are you:
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Searching for the right person to add to the team?
My Direct Response Marketing Service attracts exactly what you need to help your brand thrive and grow.
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Friday Jun 23, 2023
Friday Jun 23, 2023
Foodies and Founders - this episode is packed! Prabal uncovers the problem with traditional snacking and upends the jerky market with an offering of juicy, chicken jerky (don't tell the guys they market this for women!). His entrepreneurial wisdom points out the different business strategies if you are a small business or a start-up. I know you will devour this episode faster than a fresh pouch of spicey jerky!
What’s behind the name?
Brand VS Product – the Brand has a mission to inspire a certain outcome
How can we make an offering in the protein space for women that aids in constructing a new food system that is accessible to all people and addresses the needs of the future of this world
What is wrong with the healthy snack category? Natural isn’t leading the snack category because the products aren’t tasty and people go back to carbs and sugar.
We made something healthy, packed full of energy with low carbs and low sugar that is delicious.
How did you get into 5,000 retail in less than two years?
Put the needs of others first, rather than approaching people with your agenda
Buyers want to drive their category
Retail ready day one
Early buyers that took a chance are benefitting
Staying on shelf is extremely complex
Know what value you bring to the retailer
You need to have unshakable confidence in your product
There are different paths to success
You have to understand if you are building a small business or a start-up.
You have to validate the positioning of your product
How do I generate demand and awareness to drive consumers to look for this brand in a scrappy way
Question traditional thinking
Resilience is key! Believe in what you are doing.
Season 3, Episode 37:
Brave Good Kind:
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About me and my mission and the podcast:
Are you looking for a fun and light-hearted podcast to discover unique brands and learn about the people and strategies successful companies are implementing in the CPG and Food and Beverage Industry? The brands featured here take us into the world of innovation, sustainability, good for you, lifestyle, QSR, Foodservice, Distribution, DTC, Club, and more.
I am a fun-loving business leader, podcaster, husband, dad, cyclist, and Convention of States volunteer in my spare time. My mission is to discover the people and ideas behind these different, better, and special companies.
Entrepreneurs and CEOs, are you:
Searching for distributor or broker partners?
Actively prospecting commercial buyers to gain more points of distribution?
Searching for the right person to add to the team?
My Direct Response Marketing Service attracts exactly what you need to help your brand thrive and grow.
Here is a NOVEL approach to ATTRACT distributors, buyers, and people (DEMO)
Contact me: Tony@timpl.com
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Thursday Jun 22, 2023
Thursday Jun 22, 2023
JJ Jaxon joins me to discuss his founder's story and how he and his wife, Catherine, are solving the food allergy problem with their retail snack for infants and toddlers.
Dr. Gideon Lack groundbreaking work - LEAP learning early about peanut allergies.
The Founder Story behind Mission Mighty Me.
Taste developed around the infant palate.
Statistics
Solving the biggest challenges in DTC – no one is walking past your website
Knowing your target audience – ICP – MMM is the new mom community.
New moms research about 70% of products they buy
Where do they get their information? Who do they trust?
Balancing functional and nutritional marketing messages to not appear too medical
Expo West
Season 3, Episode 36:
Mission MightMe:
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About me and my mission and the podcast:
Are you looking for a fun and light-hearted podcast to discover unique brands and learn about the people and strategies successful companies are implementing in the CPG and Food and Beverage Industry? The brands featured here take us into the world of innovation, sustainability, good for you, lifestyle, QSR, Foodservice, Distribution, DTC, Club, and more.
I am a fun-loving business leader, podcaster, husband, dad, cyclist, and Convention of States volunteer in my spare time. My mission is to discover the people and ideas behind these different, better, and special companies.
Entrepreneurs and CEOs, are you:
Searching for distributor or broker partners?
Actively prospecting commercial buyers to gain more points of distribution?
Searching for the right person to add to the team?
My Direct Response Marketing Service attracts exactly what you need to help your brand thrive and grow.
Here is a NOVEL approach to ATTRACT distributors, buyers, and people (DEMO)
Contact me: Tony@timpl.com
Follow me on LinkedIn: Different, Better, Special Brands
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Friday Jun 16, 2023
Friday Jun 16, 2023
Dr. Andrew Hemmen AKA "Doctor Andy" has created a revolutionary energy drink that produces dopamine. Tune in to discover how this is possible, where to sample it, and more from his founder's journey from Doctor to Beverage entrepreneur.
Beyond Energy
Mucuna, L-dopa, Amino Acids
3 SKUs Dark Berry, Mango, Blood Orange
Medicinal uses
In KC market
Aggressive marketing
Has a few big retailers lined up
Go to the website and check out this emerging energy brand
Season 3, Episode 35:
BeyondEnergy:
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About me and my mission and the podcast:
Are you looking for a fun and light-hearted podcast to discover unique brands and learn about the people and strategies successful companies are implementing in the CPG and Food and Beverage Industry? The brands featured here take us into the world of innovation, sustainability, good for you, lifestyle, QSR, Foodservice, Distribution, DTC, Club, and more.
I am a fun-loving business leader, podcaster, husband, dad, cyclist, and Convention of States volunteer in my spare time. My mission is to discover the people and ideas behind these different, better, and special companies.
Entrepreneurs and CEOs, are you:
Searching for distributor or broker partners?
Actively prospecting commercial buyers to gain more points of distribution?
Searching for the right person to add to the team?
My Direct Response Marketing Service attracts exactly what you need to help your brand thrive and grow.
Here is a NOVEL approach to ATTRACT distributors, buyers, and people (DEMO)
Contact me: Tony@timpl.com
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Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Amir Sabetian, CEO of Squeeze In, brings his executive experience from California Pizza Kitchen, Steak and Shake, and ZPizza International to discuss his breakfast and lunch concept and how he plans to scale this through franchising.
Squeeze In Restaurant Brand
West Coast Breakfast and Lunch
Plans to expand to 100 locations
Brought in industry best practices
Cut down the menu
Time and motion studies in the front and back off the house
Benefiting from the big boys in restaurants
Knowing what’s working for other brands and what’s not
Sat/Sun does 55% for the week – so there is a need to turn tables faster
You have to make money – it’s a business!
Having a nice brand that breaks even isn’t going to attract investors.
The expansion plan
Using a sophisticated training model for every
Can you help people grow into a hospitality career?
Demonstrate care – don’t just say ‘we care’
Innovations – loyalty programs!
Season 3, Episode 34:
Squeeze In:
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About me and my mission and the podcast:
Are you looking for a fun and light-hearted podcast to discover unique brands and learn about the people and strategies successful companies are implementing in the CPG and Food and Beverage Industry? The brands featured here take us into the world of innovation, sustainability, good for you, lifestyle, QSR, Foodservice, Distribution, DTC, Club, and more.
I am a fun-loving business leader, podcaster, husband, dad, cyclist, and Convention of States volunteer in my spare time. My mission is to discover the people and ideas behind these different, better, and special companies.
Entrepreneurs and CEOs, are you:
Searching for distributor or broker partners?
Actively prospecting commercial buyers to gain more points of distribution?
Searching for the right person to add to the team?
My Direct Response Marketing Service attracts exactly what you need to help your brand thrive and grow.
Here is a NOVEL approach to ATTRACT distributors, buyers, and people (DEMO)
Contact me: Tony@timpl.com
Follow me on LinkedIn: Different, Better, Special Brands
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Friday Jun 09, 2023
Friday Jun 09, 2023
Brass Roots CEO Aaron Gailmor joins me today to unveil the Sacha Inchi Seed from Peru and shares the how he and his team keep the brand moving off the shelf.
His Shark Tank experience
That Suit is money!
The Sacha Inchi Seed – functional benefits and the Impact on the Environment
Sourced from Peru and SE Asia, Thailand, and Laos with no irrigation needed! VS Almonds which require massive amounts of water
Retail strategies, Packaging
Footprint – Sprouts nationally and Whole Foods regionally
Whole Food's story is the success story they want to replicate
You have 6-9 month to show growth in sales and gross margin for the store than the bottom 20%
You can sell at full price and discounted (trial and repurchases)
Getting access to data – setting expectations and goals from the beginning
Best thing you can do retail – get as much real estate as possible – an end cap is the Holy Grail
go to corporate to get “off shelf”
Use brand ambassadors – customers perhaps – samplings at the store and build a relationship with the managers of the category
Field service teams VS ambassadors and can you manage them
Micro-influencers
Get them to do what they love – they will be more engaged naturally and you will retain them
Ideas on advertising – Instagram customer acquisition – but at a certain point, its harder to target your audience.
Top of the funnel – brand awareness in social media
Season 3, Episode 33:
Brass Roots:
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About me and my mission and the podcast:
Are you looking for a fun and light-hearted podcast to discover unique brands and learn about the people and strategies successful companies are implementing in the CPG and Food and Beverage Industry? The brands featured here take us into the world of innovation, sustainability, good for you, lifestyle, QSR, Foodservice, Distribution, DTC, Club, and more.
I am a fun-loving business leader, podcaster, husband, dad, cyclist, and Convention of States volunteer in my spare time. My mission is to discover the people and ideas behind these different, better, and special companies.
Entrepreneurs and CEOs, are you:
Searching for distributor or broker partners?
Actively prospecting commercial buyers to gain more points of distribution?
Searching for the right person to add to the team?
My Direct Response Marketing Service attracts exactly what you need to help your brand thrive and grow.
Here is a NOVEL approach to ATTRACT distributors, buyers, and people (DEMO)
Contact me: Tony@timpl.com
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Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
What is upcycling? Why should you support brands in this category? Millions of tons of food representing countless hours of human labor and "inputs" are wasted each year. Anna Hammond explains the story and operation behind Matriark Foods on Winning at Work today.
33 million tons of vegetables never make it to the table and millions never make it off the farm
Upcycling vegetable solutions for foodservice channels – Compass, Sodexo, Guggenheimer, Harvest Table, and Vizient
Retail – targeted NE launch with Whole Foods with 3 pasta sauce SKUs
Working with a food manufacturer who is “wasting” and “can’t use” 3 million pounds of tomatoes because they are too big or small or soft or hard.
Disrupting this point in the manufacturing cycle makes the biggest impact because of the inputs
Upcycling misconceptions: upcycling is not recycling
Getting into Wholefoods story
Sampling at store
Loves the hungry teenager
Targeted ads and SEO
Amazon
Misfits
Imperfect
Hive
Use Dirty Hands broker
Build relationships with WF store managers
Season 3, Episode 32:
Matriark Foods:
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About me and my mission and the podcast:
Are you looking for a fun and light-hearted podcast to discover unique brands and learn about the people and strategies successful companies are implementing in the CPG and Food and Beverage Industry? The brands featured here take us into the world of innovation, sustainability, good for you, lifestyle, QSR, Foodservice, Distribution, DTC, Club, and more.
I am a fun-loving business leader, podcaster, husband, dad, cyclist, and Convention of States volunteer in my spare time. My mission is to discover the people and ideas behind these different, better, and special companies.
Entrepreneurs and CEOs, are you:
Searching for distributor or broker partners?
Actively prospecting commercial buyers to gain more points of distribution?
Searching for the right person to add to the team?
My Direct Response Marketing Service attracts exactly what you need to help your brand thrive and grow.
Here is a NOVEL approach to ATTRACT distributors, buyers, and people (DEMO)
Contact me: Tony@timpl.com
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