Posts Tagged ‘Food & Beverage’
Persistence and Spirits with Carin Luna-Ostaseski of SIA Scotch Whiskey
When Carin Luna-Ostaseski discovered the world of Scotch, she realized it was full of preconceived notions, and decided she wanted to create an inclusive brand that changed people’s opinions. She built SIA focusing on creating a flavor profile that was unique and disruptive – and hit the ground running with a successful kickstarter campaign, grit,…Read More
Natalie Slevin of Sugar Bakeshop on how she defined her target market, learned to trust her instincts, and more!
Describe your business in a few words? Sugar Bakeshop is an American classic bakery. What made you take the leap to start your own business? I come from a long line of entrepreneurs, so I think it was always on my radar that I would eventually start my own business. I was 24 years old…Read More
Nicole Bernard Dawes of Nixie Sparkling Water on proving that certified organic products can be category leaders
Describe your business in a few words? Nixie Sparkling Water is a line of delicious and consciously crafted sparkling waters that are Organic and non-GMO! Nixie’s sparkling waters are prepared with only filtered carbonated water and infusions of organic botanical and fruit flavors for a vibrant and refreshing taste. Nixie never contains synthetic solvents, carriers, or artificial preservatives and…Read More
Arden Montgomery Gilfillan and Margaux Reaume of Argaux on their mission to make wine approachable, accessible, and engaging
Describe your business in a few words? Argaux is an online destination for small production, family owned, and responsibly farmed wine that is operated by a team of female sommeliers who are passionate about customer service, education and creating both engaging and entertaining wine centric experiences. What made you take the leap to start your…Read More
Paige Iseminger of Festy Besty and Freshie on never getting comfortable in your business and the importance of following your dreams
Describe your business in a few words? Freshie is an Organic Tequila Seltzer that is sustainably farmed & distilled in Jalisco, Mexico. What made you take the leap to start your own business? It all started a few years after college. I was in the corporate world of Chicago, grinding away every single day for…Read More
Alicia and Alejandra Torres-Candè of Lasto Foods on why you will never be ready to launch a business, but should do it anyways
Describe your business in a few words? Lasto Foods is a company that produces almond and peanut butter and packages it in squeezable containers for maximum convenience. We do not add any oils or emulsifiers because we believe in the power of simplicity and natural ingredients. What made you take the leap to start your…Read More
Brooke Jonsoon and Suzie Potter on using influencer marketing to launch The Good Ritual with and scaling it to the go-to wellness brand for women on the go
Describe The Good Ritual in a few words? The go-to wellness brand for women on the go. What made you take the leap to start your own business? We already had our own service based businesses as wedding photographers however even though weddings allowed us to break away from our 9-5 jobs shooting weddings is…Read More
Caroline Conner on making wine education accessible (and entertaining!) to all with Wine Dine Caroline
Describe your business in a few words? As Wine Dine Caroline, I provide expert and entertaining wine education for consumers through live virtual events, online wine courses, and in her free facebook community. When travel returns, my other business, Lyon Wine Tastings will emerge from its Covid-coma to teach our local wines to English speaking…Read More
How Ellen Marie Bennett is combining eye-catching aesthetics and functionality with her brand Hedley & Bennett
Describe Hedley & Bennett in a few words? An apron and kitchen gear brand born out of a professional kitchen making beautiful, durable pro grade gear for the home that is used by thousands of restaurants and home cooks alike. Also, click this link to purchase “Dream First, Details Later: How To Quit Overthinking &…Read More
Lauren Montgomery, founder of Monty’s, on making simplicity the new sophistication through her line of plant-based dairy products
Describe your business in a few words? Monty’s makes clean and craveable plant-Based essentials like cream cheese and butter that nourish your mind & body. With simplicity and nutrition at the core of the brand, Monty’s selection of cream cheeses and butter are made from real-food ingredients and crafted using time-honored techniques like fermentation. What…Read More