Episodes

Oct. 31, 2024

From Online to OmniChannel: Scale Your Rising DTC Brand to Mass Retail

Unlock the secrets of successful retail expansion and learn how you can transition from Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) to retail seamlessly. With insights from our amazing guests: • Vir Satyan from RangeMe • Caroline Grace from Pro...

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Oct. 25, 2024

From Family Recipes to Retail Success: How Yasameen Sajady is Buildin…

Yasameen Sajady, co-founder of Maazah, takes us on a flavorful journey through the creation of a successful Middle Eastern sauce empire. With her sister Sheila by her side, Yasameen transformed their mother's cherished recipe...

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Oct. 17, 2024

How He's Creating a New CPG Category: Bagel Chips with Phil Gorman, F…

Journey with us as we unravel the surprising evolution from bagel-making to innovating bagel chips. What started as a simple offer to provide bagel dough turned into a creative partnership with a smoked fish dip company. This...

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Oct. 11, 2024

Bringing Wine Tastings To Homes with Joe Welch, Founder of In Good Ta…

Former SpaceX IT procurement buyer turned winery owner takes us on a fascinating journey from the high-tech world to the charming realms of wine country. Our guest shares how the camaraderie and rich history of the wine indus...

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Oct. 4, 2024

Innovation In CPG with Michelle Breyer from SKU LIVE from Austin

Michelle Breyer, the trailblazing CMO of SKU and founder of Naturally Curly, joins us in this episode to share her incredible journey from personal hair struggles to creating a game-changing platform for textured hair. Michel...

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Sept. 27, 2024

Launching The First Shelf Stable Instant Matzo Ball Soup with Sarah N…

Get an insider look at the intricate challenges Sarah faced while creating a shelf-stable, freeze-dried matzo ball soup. Hear about the critical role a talented chef played in refining the recipe and slashing labor costs by 7...

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Sept. 20, 2024

Turning Loss into Legacy: The Inspiring Journey of Custom Diamonds wi…

Adelle Archer, CEO and founder of Eterneva, takes us on an emotional and enlightening journey through the innovative process of turning ashes and hair of loved ones into custom diamonds. Sparked by the loss of her dear friend...

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Sept. 12, 2024

Investing in the Next Big CPG Brand: Insights from Industry Experts M…

Navigate the intricate stages of venture capital funding with us as we break down what VCs really look for in seed and Series A investments. Learn about the critical importance of consumer validation, strategic decision-makin...

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Sept. 5, 2024

Subchapter 5 Bankruptcy Part 2: The Role of the Debtor's Lawyer with …

Navigate the complex terrain of bankruptcy options and restructuring plans with our in-depth exploration of essential steps for founders and company leaders. We tackle crucial questions about potential buyers, secured debt ho...

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Aug. 28, 2024

Subchapter 5 Bankruptcy: The Role of a Trustee in Business Restructur…

Unlock the secrets of successful business restructuring with insights that could save your company. This episode of re:COGs sheds light on Subchapter 5 bankruptcies, a pivotal amendment to Chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy Code...

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Aug. 15, 2024

From Home Kitchen to Dried Fruit Empire with Matt Weiss, CEO & Founde…

What if your next big business idea was hiding in your kitchen? Meet Matt Weiss, co-founder and CEO of Rind Snacks, who transformed a home-based dehydration hobby into a thriving brand focused on the often-overlooked rind of...

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Aug. 8, 2024

Creating the Non-Alcoholic Community and Launching a Brand Nationwide…

Unlock the secrets to turning a pandemic-driven trend into a nationwide brand as we sit down with Emily Heintz, the visionary CEO and founder of Sèchey. Discover how Emily leveraged the growing interest in non-alcoholic bever...

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Aug. 2, 2024

Turning a Skiing Setback into Skincare Success with Jake Rosenberg, F…

Subscribe to our events – https://manufactured.com/events/ How can a skiing accident revolutionize the men's skincare market? In this episode, we're joined by Jake Rosenberg, founder and CEO of Krete, who shares his unexpecte...

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July 27, 2024

Crafting the Ultimate Whiskey-Coffee Experience with Jacob Guss

Jacob Guss, founder and CEO of Bold Move Beverage, takes us on an exciting journey from his love for coffee to creating a unique Ready-to-Drink (RTD) concoction that masterfully combines American whiskey and premium cold brew...

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July 26, 2024

From Accident to Innovation in Men's Skincare with Jake Rosenberg

Sign up for our events here – https://manufactured.com/events/ How can a skiing accident revolutionize the men's skincare market? In this episode, we're joined by Jake Rosenberg, founder and CEO of Krete, who shares his unex...

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July 6, 2024

Transforming Baby Food with Globowls' Unique Flavors

Sign up for our events - www.manufactured.com/events Discover the secrets to revolutionizing the baby food industry with Erica Bethe Levin, founder and CEO of Globowl. Learn how Erica's personal experiences and keen observat...

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June 27, 2024

From Garage to Global: Thread Wallets' Rise with Ryan King

Sign up for our events - www.manufactured.com/events Unlock the secrets behind scaling a multi-million dollar brand with Ryan King, CFO of Thread Wallets. You'll learn how this family-founded business skyrocketed from handcr...

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June 21, 2024

Scaling Efficiently: Operational Insights and Growth Strategies from …

Sign up for our events - www.manufactured.com/events Unlock the secrets to operational efficiency and high-growth strategies in our latest episode with Greg Brown, SVP of Operations at Dude Wipes. Discover how a lean team of...

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June 13, 2024

Revolutionizing Insulation: Michael Markesbery on the Future of Light…

Sign up for our events - www.manufactured.com/events Unlock the secrets to revolutionary insulation technology with Michael Markesbery, co-founder and CEO of OSOS Labs and SolarCore. Discover how a simple backpacking trip in ...

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June 6, 2024

Pain Relief Innovation & When Retailers Want Your Products From the S…

Sign up for our events - www.manufactured.com/events Unlock the secrets to transforming a stagnant market by tuning into our riveting conversation with Heather and Enwei, the masterminds behind Heali. We'll explore their jou...

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May 30, 2024

Charging Up the Ride: Unveiling the Business of E-Bikes with Lyric Cy…

Sign up for our events - www.manufactured.com/events Strap in as we shift gears to dissect the intricate sales strategies and distribution channels within the e-bike industry. Andi sheds light on the delicate balance between...

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May 23, 2024

Shaping the Future of American-Made Clothing with Joe Van Deman from …

We don't only produce content – we also throw events! Sign up here - https://manufactured.com/events/ Joe Van Deman, the driving force behind USA Brands, joins us to discuss the fascinating shift from digital bytes to the t...

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May 16, 2024

The Art of Contract Manufacturing CPG Food Products with Joseph Ertman

Sign up here for our events - https://manufactured.com/events/ Unlock the secrets behind successful food industry partnerships with our latest episode featuring Joe Ertman, President of Real Vision Foods. Joe is a manufacturi...

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May 9, 2024

From Hemp Vision to Health Food Empire: Mike Fata's Journey of Entrep…

Unlock the secrets to transforming a vision into a thriving health food empire with Mike Fata, co-founder of Manitoba Harvest Hemp Foods. Our energizing discussion with this hemp pioneer dives into the very roots of entrepren...

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