The Startup CPG Podcast
The top CPG podcast in the world, highlighting stories from founders, buyer spotlights, highly practical industry insights - all to give you a better chance at success.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 44 minutes
- Episodes
- 319
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
#147 - Rising Star: Simon Solis-Cohen, Huxley
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 lo…
Founder Feature: Justin Wolff of Junk Theory
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 …
#146 - Buyer Spotlight: Darren Viscount, Bristol Farms
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…
Founder Feature: Spencer Hoddeson, Gay Water
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 bran…
#145 Distributor Trade Shows with Samuel Jacobson, HOP WTR
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 …
Founder Feature: Jia Liao, Hotpot Queen
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…
#144 - Buyer Spotlight: Kenny Hausmann, Fresh Thyme
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 …
Founder Feature: JoLynn Henke and Peter Clarkson
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-b…
#143 Qualitative Consumer Insights: Sara Schor, Schor Insights & Strategy
This episode was sponsored by Hummingbirds. Go to hummingbirds.com/startupCPG
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Plant-Based Indian Food: Sabah Ashraf, House of Kajaana
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This episode was sponsored by Cin7. Go to cin7.com/startupcpg
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#142 - Buyer Spotlight: Christine McNerney and Jason Bidart, Thrive Market
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This episode was sponsored by Cin7. Go to cin7.com/startupcpg
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UPC Management: Jake Deleon, Fila Manila and Alex Sorenson, Blank Slate Kitchen
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#141 Commercial Kitchens 101: Mott Smith, Amped Kitchens
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This episode was sponsored by Cin7. Go to cin7.com/startupcpg
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Founder Feature: Aman Blana, Growee Foods
Join Grace Kennedy as she delves into the world of healthy vegetarian delights with Aman Blana, the founder of Growee Foods, in this bonus episode of the Startup CPG Podcast. Aman shares the journey …
#140 Buyer Spotlight: Foodservice Buying with Lizz Ingrassia & Allie Cotter, Fresh Thyme
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This episode was sponsored by Simply Depo. Go to www.simplydepo.com
In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, join Daniel Scharf…
#139 Inventory Management for Early Brands: Cory Hebert from Cin7, and Jamie Valenti-Jordan, Catapult Commercialization Services
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Join Daniel Scharff in this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast together with Cory Hebert from Cin7 and Jamie Valenti-Jordan, CEO …
Community Fundraising 101: James Reina, Jibby Coffee, and Jonny Price, Wefunder
In this bonus episode of the Startup CPG podcast, originally recorded as a webinar, join Daniel Scharff together with Jonny Price and James Reina as they talk through community fundraising and crowds…
#138 Buyer Spotlight: Rich Gillmore, Gelson's
In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, Daniel Scharff is joined by Rich Gillmore, the VP of Center Store at Gelson's. Together, they delve into the dynamic world of indie retail in Southern Cali…
Gluten-Free Noodle Chips: Lauryn Bodden, S’noods
In this bonus episode of the Startup CPG podcast, join Grace Kennedy together with Lauryn Bodden, the founder of S’noods as they delve into the captivating origin story of S’noods, the innovative noo…
#137 Plant-Based Dumpling Kings: Eric Wu and Adam Yee, Sobo Foods
In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, join Daniel Scharff together with Eric Wu and Adam Yee, the founders of Sobo Foods, as they share their journey of creating plant-based Asian American froz…