Best Soltane Podcasts (2024)

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#151 - Field Sales Part 2: Namik Soltan, GNGR Labs 48:35

2d ago48:35

48:35

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…

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Episode 39: Soltan Bryce of Colorful Capital and Guidehouse: Making Finance and Public Health Flow with Pride 38:25

13d ago38:25

38:25

Soltan Bryce is a managing consultant at Guidehouse, which is a consulting firm focused on Public Health Strategy, Application Development and Management, and was recently acquired by Bain Capital Private Equity. He is a part time General Partner at Colorful Capital, which focuses on “finance flowing with Pride” and aims to bring capital support an…

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Founder Feature: Matt Jacobs and Kristen Doyle of Pedestrian Project 33:50

2h ago33:50

33:50

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…

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Episode 16: Interview with Scott Sexton CEO of Ever.ag 1:38

2h ago1:38

1:38

In this episode of Ag Uncensored, I had the pleasure of interviewing Scott Sexton, the CEO of EverAg. We delved into the challenges and opportunities in the ag technology industry and highlighted the significance of creating comprehensive and interconnected solutions for the agri-food ecosystem. Scott shared his journey from the food industry into …

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#150 - Field Sales Part 1: Sean Lynch, Halfday & Liquid Death 50:43

1d ago50:43

50:43

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 …

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Fancy Foods 2024 Recap with the Startup CPG Team 37:44

5d ago37:44

37:44

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…

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Episode 15 - Interview with Kerwin Bradley CPO of Black Gold Farms 1:12

8d ago1:12

1:12

Hey everyone, welcome back to Ag Uncensored! This is Nathan Faleide, your host. Today, I had the pleasure of talking with Kerwin Bradley from Black Gold Farms. We had planned to do this live at the Cultivate Conference in Fargo, but doing it online was much easier and laid back. Kerwin shared his fascinating journey in agriculture, from growing up …

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#149 - Buyer Spotlight: Roberta Townes, GNC 48:13

8d ago48:13

48:13

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…

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Founder Feature: Sarah Nathan of NOOISH 37:51

12d ago37:51

37:51

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,…

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Episode 14: Just me, your host, bitching about CLUs 0:28

14d ago0:28

0:28

Hey everyone, welcome back to another episode of Ag Uncensored. Today, it’s just me, Nathan Faleide, with a solo episode on a topic that’s both frustrating and essential: CLUs and acreage reporting. Buckle up, because this ride might get a bit bumpy. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:24 Acreage Reporting Season and Deadlines 07:19 The I…

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Episode 38: Susan Berland - Coach and Advocate - working with parents of LGBTQ+ youth 14:49

15d ago14:49

14:49

Susan Berland is a coach for parents of LGBTQ children. She has been VP of PFLAG in the East Bay area, PFLAG is a national organization providing support and advocacy for parents, families and allies of the LGBTQ community. Susan has been a coach for most of her life, and is the proud mother of a gay son. She has channeled her lived experience and …

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#148 - Meta Ads: AdCrunch, Victor Vo and Andrew DiLullo 42:46

15d ago42:46

42:46

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…

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Episode 37: Fabrice Houdart of the Association of LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors: Measuring the Cost of Homophobia 30:27

18d ago30:27

30:27

Fabrice Houdart is Executive Director of the Association of LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors as well as an Advisor to Fortune 50 companies and a former staffer at the World Bank and UN. He is an adjunct professor at Columbia University and Georgetown University, where he lectures on LGBT inclusion within international development. He is a consultant to t…

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Data Spotlight: 4th & Heart, Max Dichter and Jamie Nguyen 22:56

19d ago22:56

22:56

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…

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Founder Feature: Maria Covarrubias of Cien Chiles 39:19

21d ago39:19

39:19

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…

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Episode 36: Lindsey Young: Quiet Wealth - Loud Impact 23:02

21d ago23:02

23:02

Lindsey Young, is the founder of Quiet Wealth LLC, which she started to provide a comprehensive set of financial advisory services that successful LGBTQ+ professionals and their families need. She previously spent 15 years in Silicon Valley finance, primarily as a investment banker working on M&A, IPOs, leveraged finance and other transactions for …

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#147 - Rising Star: Simon Solis-Cohen, Huxley 1:12:34

24d ago1:12:34

1:12:34

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…

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Episode 35: Mark Segal - Original Founder of the Gay Liberation Front - Lifelong Activist and Advocate 28:15

23d ago28:15

28:15

Mark Segal is a social activist and author, who participated in the Stonewall riots and as one of the original founders of the Gay Liberation Front where he created the Gay Youth Program. He was the founder and former president of the National Gay Newspaper Guild, and has won various journalistic awards. He is a lifelong activist who organized the …

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Founder Feature: Justin Wolff of Junk Theory 42:21

28d ago42:21

42:21

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…

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Episode 34: Marci Bair, CFP® of Bair Financial Planning - Coaching Sports and Financial Outcomes aligned with Values 19:20

29d ago19:20

19:20

Marci Bair, CFP® has spent over 30 years working with women in leadership, LGBTQ+ couples and progressive business owners to align their investment portfolios with their values and provide fee based financial and retirement planning. Based in San Diego, she was previously Chairperson of the South Bay Alliance and a Board Member of the Greater San D…

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#146 - Buyer Spotlight: Darren Viscount, Bristol Farms 54:10

1M ago54:10

54:10

Join Daniel Scharff and special guest Darren Viscount, senior natural living category manager at Bristol Farms, in this episode of Startup CPG Podcast as they explore the world of emerging health and wellness brands. Darren shares his passion for natural living products, which are influenced by his personal health journey and his overcoming of canc…

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Episode 33: The Debt Free Guys: David and John Auten-Schneider: Living Fabulously and Authentically 36:23

30d ago36:23

36:23

David and John Auten-Schneider are a married couple who have branded themselves the Debt Free Guys, and host a popular podcast and website full of tools to help listeners and clients to “live fabulously, not fabulously broke”. They have a proprietary Wealth Builder’s Pyramid tool that they use as a multi-pronged approach to financial freedom, a sol…

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Episode 13: Interview with Ehsan Soltan, Founder and CEO of Soiltech Wireless 1:20

30d ago1:20

1:20

The conversation covers the journey of Eshan Soltan, the Founder and CEO of SoilTech Wireless with host Nathan Faleide. We dive through his products, and the challenges of integrating technology into agriculture. It delves into the importance of understanding the needs of farmers, the slow development process, and the impact of timing and scalabili…

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Founder Feature: Spencer Hoddeson, Gay Water 40:09

1M ago40:09

40:09

In this bonus episode of the Startup CPG podcast, Grace Kennedy sits down with Spencer Hoddeson, the CEO of Gay Water. They delve into the inspiration behind creating Gay Water, a mission-driven brand that is aiming to increase representation for the queer community in the alcohol space. With a rich background in media and tech, Spencer shares his …

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Episode 32: Dani D'Amico, Partner at McKinsey: Running, Risk Management and letting Authenticity Reign 27:55

1M ago27:55

27:55

Dani D’Amico is a partner at McKinsey in their financial services practice. She has previously worked at Oliver Wyman in New York, where she was also a partner, and started her career in various consulting roles. Our conversation starts with Dani’s early years in Italy and how she devised various distractions to outrun her authentic self – while sh…

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#145 Distributor Trade Shows with Samuel Jacobson, HOP WTR 1:15:37

1M ago1:15:37

1:15:37

Join Daniel Scharff in this episode of the Startup CPG podcast as he delves into the intricacies of exhibiting at distributor shows within the food and beverage industry with Samuel Jacobson, Senior Director of Key Accounts and Alternate Channels at HOP WTR. They explore the distinct dynamics of UNFI and KeHE shows, contrasting them with larger sho…

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Episode 31: Brad Baumoel Head of LGBTQ+ Affairs at JPMorgan Chase: Gender Expansiveness for the Next Generation 24:27

1M ago24:27

24:27

Brad Baumoel is managing director and Global Head of LGBTQ+ affairs at JPMorgan Chase, a position he assumed in April 2021. He previously was Portfolio Director for the Chase Digital Platform and prior to that led several large-scale transformative programs and teams across the institution. He was a founding member and prior leader of OPEN Finance …

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Founder Feature: Jia Liao, Hotpot Queen 39:55

1M ago39:55

39:55

Join Grace Kennedy in this bonus episode of the Startup CPG Podcast as she speaks with Jia Liao, the founder of Hotpot Queen, to explore her remarkable journey in the CPG industry. Discover how Jia’s brand brings the authentic, bold flavors of Sichuan cuisine to life with high-quality ingredients like wild mushrooms and fermented sauces. Hot Pot Qu…

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Episode 30: 2024 Pride Trailer: Activism, Mental Health, Financial Health and Gender Expansiveness 5:29

1M ago5:29

5:29

Welcome to our fourth Pride series of all time, which is full of personal narratives that will make you smile, may make you cry and will definitely make you think. Join us as we discuss what allyship really means, share personal experiences across diverging global backgrops for LGBTQ+ rights, and take you into the realms of personal finance, intern…

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#144 - Buyer Spotlight: Kenny Hausmann, Fresh Thyme 52:42

1M ago52:42

52:42

In this episode of Startup CPG Podcast, join Daniel Scharff and Kenny Hausmann, an 18-year veteran of the grocery industry, to discuss the accessibility of natural foods and the commitment to health and innovation. Kenny shares his career journey, from his early days in stores to becoming a category manager, highlighting his passion for health and …

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Founder Feature: JoLynn Henke and Peter Clarkson 39:34

2M ago39:34

39:34

Join Grace Kennedy in this bonus episode of the Startup CPG Podcast as she interviews JoLynn Henke and Peter Clarkson, the co-founders of Protéger. From personal experiences to a commitment to full-body skin health, discover how JoLynn's mother's ALS diagnosis fueled their passion for safeguarding the skin and loved ones. Explore Protéger's innovat…

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Episode 12 - AgTech Adoption Sucks, Why and How to Help It: A Personal Update 0:54

2M ago0:54

0:54

Overview: Hey everyone, it's Nathan Faleide, your host of Ag Uncensored. In this episode, I share my vision for evolving the podcast format and introduce new ideas to help bridge the gap between technology adoption and practical usage in agriculture. I'll discuss the challenges we face in the industry, the potential for new content formats, and my …

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#143 Qualitative Consumer Insights: Sara Schor, Schor Insights & Strategy 1:01:26

2M ago1:01:26

1:01:26

This episode was sponsored by Hummingbirds. Go to hummingbirds.com/startupCPG This episode was sponsored by Cin7. Go to cin7.com/startupcpg This episode was sponsored by Grassroots Marketing. Schedule a call at https://calendly.com/grassrootsmarketing/grassroots-x-startupcpg-intro-call) Join Daniel Scharff in this episode of Startup CPG Podcast as …

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