Hosted by Duncan Alney
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.
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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.
Read MoreOn 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.
Read MoreOn 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.
Read MoreOn 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.
Read MoreOn 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.
Read MoreOn 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.
Read MoreOn 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.
Read MoreOn 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.
Read MoreOn 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.
Read MoreOn this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Bryon White, Co-founder and CEO of Yaupon Brothers, about growing a Yaupon tea brand. Bryon talks about the genesis of the Yaupon Brothers, how the Yaupon plant differs from other caffeinated plants, the benefits of consuming Yaupon tea, and the challenges of growing a food and beverage (CPG) brand.
Read MoreOn this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Scott Rice, Co-founder and President of Natural Careers, about career development, transition, and recruitment. Scott talks about the genesis of Natural Careers and what it does, LinkedIn optimization tips and premium features, career development through storytelling, entrepreneurship in the CPG industry, and the importance of asking the right questions during job interviews.
Read MoreOn this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Emanuel Storch, CEO of Blackbird Foods, about building a plant-based food company. Emanuel shares the origin story of Blackbird Foods, how it differentiates itself in the market, lessons learned from his entrepreneurial journey, and recommendations for producing quality food products as founders.
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