In this bonus episode of the Startup CPG podcast, Grace Kennedy and Patricia Menegoto are joined by Veena Krishnan and Whitney McElwain, co-founders of Daybird, an innovative "anti-beauty" brand. Daybird's flagship product is a 4-in-1 serum skin tint that blends skincare and makeup into one streamlined solution. They delve into Daybird's unique app…

Andy Scott and Gary Logan are joined by this week's special guests Callum Simpson and Mark Jeffers. Simpson reflects on his win over Zak Chelli for the British and Commonwealth super-middleweight titles at Oakwell Stadium in his hometown of Barnsley before Jeffers discusses a potential future fight with Simpson. They also review Terence Crawford's …

In this episode of the Startup CPG podcast, join Daniel Scharff and a distinguished panel of investors, Salle Jian, Alex Malamatinas, Brandon Yahn, and Connor McKenna from the beverage industry as they explore the latest trends and opportunities in the non-alcoholic and low-alcohol beverage market. They share insights from their experiences with br…

Join Grace Kennedy in this bonus episode of the Startup CPG podcast as she sits down with Cassie and Chelsey Maschhoff, the inspiring founders of Lottie's Meats. Raised on a family pork farm, the sisters share their journey to revolutionize the meat industry with high-quality, natural ingredients through their Denver-based venture. They delve into …

Andy Scott and Barry Jones are joined by Zak Chelli as he prepares to defend his British and Commonwealth super-middleweight title against Callum Simpson at Oakwell Park in Barnsley. Sky Sports journalist John Dennan discusses Olympic boxing and explains the recent controversial losses for Team GB. And rising heavyweight Moses Itauma tells us who h…

Join Daniel Scharff in this episode of Startup CPG Podcast for the release of Startup CPG's Financing Database, an amazing resource crowdsourced from our community that lists all the non-dilutive lending options we could find, categorized by loan type and with info on the minimums for each provider. The database is proudly sponsored by our friends …

In this bonus episode of the Startup CPG podcast, Grace Kennedy sits down with Sam Davis-Allonce, the founder of Hot N Saucy, a unique line of hot sauces. Sam shares her inspiring journey from being a chef in New York to launching her own hot sauce brand during the COVID-19 pandemic, driven by her culinary creativity and personal cravings. She delv…

Andy Scott and Gary Logan are joined by WBC cruiserweight champion Noel Mikaelian who discusses potential world title unifications and his rocky road to the top of the sport. We also hear from Nigerian featherweight contender Elizabeth Oshoba who's keen to share a ring with Karris Artingstall. Plus Balraj Khara shares his inspirational story after …

In this episode of the Startup CPG podcast, Daniel Scharff sits down with Tyler Killgore, Central Buyer and Category Manager at GreenAcres Market. Tyler shares his expansive journey within the grocery industry, from his rapid progression and previous experience in direct store delivery ventures to his current pivotal role. He provides deep insights…

In this bonus episode of the Startup CPG podcast, Grace Kennedy is joined by Todd Harris, co-founder and CEO of Plift, a hemp-infused beverage brand. Todd shares Plift's mission to provide a non-alcoholic, THC-infused alternative for social drinking, aimed at democratizing cannabis access and offering a healthier option to alcohol-use. Todd elabora…

On this week's episode, Andy Scott and Barry Jones are joined by 'Sweet' Caroline Dubois to announce her next fight and discuss potential fights against Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano. Her trainer Shane McGuigan also joins the podcast to reveal what the pair are working on as they continue their mission for world honours. Shane also provides an up…

In this episode of Startup CPG Podcast, Daniel Scharff is joined by Allison Taylor, Director of Business Development at Pint Size Hawaii, and Ahmed Chehade, Chief Operating Officer at Good Stuff Distributor, Inc. to delve into the intricacies of Direct Store Delivery (DSD) relationships in the retail sector. They explore the nuances between DSDs an…

In this bonus episode of the Startup CPG podcast, Grace Kennedy explores the journey of Matt Jacobs and Kristen Hogan Doyle, co-founders of Pedestrian Project. Join them as they share their inspirational story of founding a wellness brand focused on revolutionizing foot care. From identifying personal needs to collaborating with podiatrists and rig…

Join Daniel Scharff in this episode of the Startup CPG podcast as he sits down with Namik Soltan, CEO of GNGR Labs and the mastermind behind GNGR Labs' famous ginger shots. They explore Namik Sultan's entrepreneurial journey, from launching amidst COVID-19 to carving a niche with spicy ginger shots launching in the NYC and Northeast markets. They r…

On this week's episode, Andy Scott is joined by Lauren Price and Karriss Artingstall. The podcast starts with Gary Logan eating a big dish of humble pie as we discuss Lauren’s win over Jessica McCaskill, headlining in Cardiff, and who she would like to face next. Also, Karriss Artingstall talks about how her professional career is progressing and t…

Join Daniel Scharff in this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast as he dives deep into beverage with Sean Lynch, known as the head of sales during the blast off years at Liquid Death and now President at Halfday. Daniel and Sean have a discussion focused on the growth of sales at Liquid Death especially around the field sales team responsible for so …

Welcome to another bonus episode of the Startup CPG podcast! Grace Kennedy is joined by Patricia Menegoto and Kiki Huddleston from the Startup CPG team to dive into the exciting highlights of Fancy Foods 2024. They explore the inaugural Startup CPG Pavilion, showcasing standout brands and innovative products. From trends like plant-based seafood to…

On this week's episode, Andy Scott is joined by one of Britain's hottest prospects and social media sensation, Johnny Fisher. He discusses his upcoming fight with Alen Babic, his aspirations in boxing, and what it was like to spar with Daniel Dubois as 'Triple D' prepares for his heavyweight showdown with Anthony Joshua at Wembley Stadium. Barry Jo…

In this episode of the Startup CPG podcast, Daniel Scharff sits down with special guest Roberta Townes, a Senior Category Merchant at GNC, proud partner of the Startup CPG Community. Roberta shares insights into GNC's global impact and the strategic success stories of its diverse brand portfolio. They delve into the complexities of launching new br…

In this bonus episode of the Startup CPG podcast, Grace Kennedy is joined by Sarah Nathan, the visionary founder behind NOOISH, a pioneering brand revolutionizing the instant matzo ball soup market. Sarah brings a wealth of experience from both the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry and the rich tapestry of Jewish culinary traditions. Together,…

Andy Scott and Gary Logan are joined by this week's special guests Tyler Denny, Stevie McKenna and Joe Laws. Denny discusses his win over Felix Cash last weekend before McKenna and Laws engaged in verbal warfare ahead of their fight in August on the undercard of Zak Chelli's clash with Callum Simpson at Barnsley's Oakwell Stadium. They also debate …

In this episode of the Startup CPG podcast, Daniel Scharff is joined by Andrew DiLullo and Victor Vo from AdCrunch to dive into effective strategies for leveraging Meta (Instagram and Facebook) Ads to fuel growth for CPG brands. They discuss the profitability of Meta Ads, emphasizing the importance average order value (AOV) of $75, and much more. T…

In this mini-episode of the Startup CPG podcast, Daniel Scharff dives into the world of data-driven decision-making with Max Dichter, CEO of 4th & Heart, and Jamie Nguyen, the Director of Finance and Strategy. 4th & Heart, the largest and fastest-growing ghee company in the US, is on a mission to highlight the benefits of ghee over traditional butt…

In this bonus episode John Dennen meets up with the GB Olympic boxing team as they collect their kit for the games in Birmingham. Hear from Delicious Orie, Lewis Richardson, Rosie Eccles, Charley Davison, Chantelle Reid and Patrick Brown as they recall their dramatic journeys to Paris.By Sky Sports

In this bonus episode of the Startup CPG podcast, Grace Kennedy sits down with Maria Covarrubias, the founder of Cien Chiles. Maria shares her inspiring journey from Guadalajara, Mexico, to becoming a chef in the USA, and the motivation behind creating her authentic, homemade-tasting salsa. They delve into her transition from a culinary career to l…

On this week's episode Andy Scott and Johnny Nelson are joined by British super-middleweight champion Zak Chelli and challenger Callum Simpson ahead of their clash at Barnsley's Oakwell Stadium. Plus we look back at Chris Billam-Smith's dominant victory over Richard Riakporhe, Ben Whittaker's headbutt drama and round-up all the latest boxing news.…

In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, Daniel Scharff leads an engaging conversation with Simon Solis-Cohen, the founder of Huxley, launched in March 2024 which has roared on the scene with a lot of early success and accolades. Drawing inspiration from nature and national parks, Huxley's branding resonates with a wide audience, including Gen Z…

Straight after the final bell Andy Clarke gets reaction from ringside at Selhurst Park after Chris Billam-Smith retained his WBO cruiserweight world title against Richard Riakporhe, guests include Matt Macklin, Barry McGuigan, Rob Tebbutt, Castillo, Callum Simpson, John Dennen & Clifton Mitchell.By Sky Sports

It's time for the weigh-ins and Andy Scott and John Dennen were there for us to keep an eye on proceedings!By Sky Sports

In this bonus episode of the Startup CPG podcast, Grace Kennedy delves deep into the world of clean, plastic-free beauty with Justin Wolff, the founder behind Junk Theory. They discuss Junk Theory's genesis and mission to end the plastic era in beauty. From strategic partnerships to sustainable packaging innovations, they explore every facet of bui…

Andy Scott and John Dennen reflect on the head to head between Chris Billam-Smith and Richard Riakporhe ahead of their world title fight at Selhurst Park.By Sky Sports