We feature leaders of mission-driven food and beverage brands. Come listen to origin stories – and insights about current industry trends, connecting with your audience, building a community, making the world a better place, and of course, #founderlife.
Gabby Fitzpatrick: Empowering Women, Investing In Education, & Making The Best Damn Tequila RTD Cocktails
On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Gabrielle Fitzpatrick, Founder and CEO of Damn Right Cocktails, about crafting distinctive spirits with a mission. Gabrielle delves into the challenges and successes of creating Damn Right Cocktails, how it differentiates itself through design and modern consumer appeal, tequila and mezcal, the significance of quality spirits, and the hurdles female entrepreneurs face.
Jordan Silbert: Tasty Caffeinated Plant-Based Jerky!
On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Jordan Silbert, Founder and CEO of Agro Power Jerky, about creating a sustainable future through plant-powered snacks. Jordan shares his journey from Q Mixers to Agro Power Jerky, how taste reigns supreme in developing Agro Power Jerky’s products, and the potential macro and micro benefits of consuming plant-based products.
On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Zack Burnett, Co-founder of Bold Bean Coffee Roasters, about the meticulous craft of roasting and the culture of coffee. Zack shares his journey into the coffee world, growing a community-centric and quality-obsessed coffee brand, selecting coffee partners, the evolution of coffee trends, and the enduring importance of barista-customer relationships.
[Sweets And Snacks Show] Quest For Cleaner Snacking
On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney interviews different founders at the Sweets & Snacks event about the innovation in health foods. They share the challenges and opportunities of introducing cleaner, functional food options. From packaging insights to marketplace trends, the conversation unlocks essential strategies for any food entrepreneur looking to make an impact in today’s competitive environment.
[Sweets And Snacks Show] Innovating The Snack Game
On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney interviews different founders in the Sweets & Snacks event. They talk about the intersection of culture, personal narratives, and innovative food entrepreneurship, highlighting their creative processes, market insights, and the heartfelt missions behind their delicious offerings.
William Spencer: Building A Simpler, Cleaner Energy Water
On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with William Spencer, Founder and CEO of h2go Energy Water, about creating a sustainable and healthy energy drink alternative. William shares the origins of h2go, the unique aspects of the drink, the challenges faced, the strategic use of social media, and the conscious business practices that drive the brand.
Doundrins Distilling: Weird, Delicious, And Community-Focused
On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Nickolas Abramovich, Co-founder and Head Distiller of Doundrins Distilling, about creating unique spirits and building a vibrant community. Nickolas explains why his distillery stands out with innovative flavors and community-engaging events, his inspirations for local collaboration, product innovation, and advice for budding distillers on managing the complexities of starting a business.
Only Hot As Heck (Not Hell) – How Local Hive Launched A Honey Hot Sauce
On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Cale Nelson, Chief Commercial Officer of Local Hive Honey, about how Local Hive Honey is innovating within the food and beverage space. Cale shares insights into Local Hive’s data-informed innovation strategy, the growing trend for approachable hot sauces and the forthcoming launch of Local Hive hot sauces in Whole Foods, the impact of foreign honey imports on US agriculture, and Local Hive’s commitment to local beekeepers.
Kerry Song On Abbot’s Beautiful, Authentic And Plant-Based Food
On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Kerry Song, Founder and CEO of Abbot’s Butcher, about turning personal health struggles into a mission-driven plant-based food brand. Kerry shares her health journey that led to founding Abbot’s Butcher, plant-based protein products and their impact on gut health, the secret behind Abbot’s complex and natural flavor profiles and product development process, and the importance of educating kids about healthy eating habits.
On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Shahreen Reza, Co-founder and CEO of Astreas, about creating better chocolate for both space missions and high performance on Earth. Shahreen explains how Astreas came to be, how it crafts brain food for astronauts and elite performers, Astreas’ victory in the NASA Deep Space Food Challenge, PurifAid, and the savory future of space food beyond sweet treats.
On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Or Reznichky, Co-founder and CEO of Dripdash, about growing a Kyoto iced coffee brand. They also delve into the intricacies of craft coffee’s evolution, the importance of sustainability in coffee production, and how building a community can amplify a brand’s reach and impact.
On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Brian Graham, Owner and President of Four Day Ray Brewing, about community building and innovative brewing. Brian talks about the craft beer space, the benefits of treating your employees well, the importance of community and giving back, and Four Day Ray Brewing’s brand values and leisure activities.
