Khloud features KhloƩ Kardashian, but CEO Jeff Rubenstein says celebrity alone is not enough. He outlines fixing pricing missteps, resolving supply issues, and building community to grow the snack brand for the long term.
M&A in CPG isnāt slowing itās getting sharper. Taste Radio examines the acquisitions of HOP WTR and So Good So You, demand for nonalcoholic and functional drinks, and how brands like Protein Pints turn stadium exposure into retail growth.
CPG brands cannot scale without understanding their numbers. On Taste Radio, Belay Solutions outlines the key financial gaps founders face and how stronger data, forecasting and discipline enable smarter growth.
From $7K to 10,000 stores in under a year. At Expo West 2026, Protein Pints co-founders Paul Reiss and Michael Meadows explain why leading with protein mattered, how years of sampling shaped the brand, and what drove its breakout growth.
On the latest Elevator Talk, Tart, Soulkist Elixirs, Black Beverly Hills, boop and Area 51 Energy pitch their brands and receive feedback from Ray Latif and an industry leader. Early-stage founders can apply to join upcoming episodes. zpr.io/eTGtpYNmdUDD
Evergreen founder and CEO Emily Groden discusses building a clean label frozen waffle and pancake brand, scaling through protein innovation and staying mission driven while generating millions. zpr.io/fTc87QV3KCRQ
David Protein faces a class action lawsuit over alleged fat and calorie discrepancies in its bars. On Taste Radio, hosts discuss whether legal challenges erode trust or signal growth, along with SENA trends and notable brand moments.
Gary Vaynerchuk joins Taste Radio to discuss launching Very Luckee, using collectibles to drive CPG engagement, scaling through organic social media, and why founders should embrace micro-quitting when tactics fail.
Target sharpens its grocery strategy as angel investors outline whatās ahead for early-stage CPG. Taste Radio recaps Expo West trends, Mezclaās funding and insights from The Angel Group, Little Saints and AB InBevās PerfectDraft.
As demand for functional beverages grows, Bio-Botanica helps brands innovate with science-backed plant extracts. The ingredient supplier is shaping the next wave of wellness drinks.
Sous Casa, Love&Cookies, Caltein, Madres Churros and TofuGo share pitches and milestones on Elevator Talk, with feedback from Ray Latif and Allison. Entrepreneurs can apply for future episodes.
Thrive Market CEO Nick Green discusses AI, GLP-1 drugs, brand curation and taste-first standards, and explains how the $700M company plans to shift from an online grocer to a tech-driven, personalized health platform.
Protein dominated Expo West 2026, but flavor still drives decisions. Taste Radio examines proteinās rise across snacks and beverages, fiberās quieter presence, and emerging categories including prebiotic sodas, jerky chips and date-based sweets.
B.T.R. Nation founder Ashley Nickelsen shares how focusing on velocity, using an omnichannel strategy, self-warehousing for margins, and ongoing creative testing drove retail success.
Ray Latif, John Craven and Mike Schneider examine whether Big Food is keeping pace with startups in better-for-you products, discussing protein, fiber, branding, and trends in condiments and RTD coffee. The episode also marks Jacqui Bruglieraās final appearance.
On the latest Elevator Talk, Shyft Energy, Drink H2O, Psilly Goose, Kaviva and Pink Palm pitch their concepts and receive strategic feedback from Ray Latif and guest experts. Early-stage founders can apply for future episodes, held free and remotely.
Mi NiƱa founder Jamie Mammano explains on Taste Radio how prioritizing organic, small-batch quality and innovation over heavy marketing helped the snack brand grow to 7,000 stores following a pivotal Whole Foods meeting.
Expo West isnāt cheap. How can emerging brands make it pay off? Taste Radio shares strategies to stand out at Natural Products Expo West 2026 and highlights insights from SuperPretzel, Hoplark, Accelerator and Hippie Energy.
They backed Poppi. Now The Angel Group wants to back you. Adam Spriggs on 35 investments and what matters mostāfounder, velocity, COGS, priceāand why ātop-shelfā deals are rising. š
Once Upon a Farmās $198M IPO and $724M valuation may signal a shift for better-for-you CPG brands as retailers increasingly debate how āhealthyā products are defined and merchandised
How is Bay State Milling driving better-for-you innovation? Company leaders discuss functional ingredients, future-forward grains, strategy, science and market shifts on Taste Radio
On Elevator Talk, founders of Oh So Easy, BamJam, Mimi Chengās and BUNKY pitch their brands to a panel of CPG experts, sharing how they plan to stand out with bold flavors and better-for-you innovation in a crowded market
On Taste Radio, Magic Spoon co-founder Gabi Lewis details how a product-first strategy drove growth, from EXO to cereal, including influencer seeding, DTC-focused expansion, and balancing taste with nutrition
Bachanās $400M exit on Taste Radio šļø Hosts examine Marzettiās acquisition, Bachanās CPG rise, a wellness crisis, and an interview with Solelyās Manish Amin.
Scaling cult brands comes down to the sauce. Taste Radio features Ari Raz of The Coconut Cult on Target Minis and community-led growth, plus Starr Edwards on Bitchinā Sauceās expansion, new cookbook and first non-dip
On Taste Radio šļø: the shift from rigid wellness to balance, plus interviews with Kevin Klock (Orange Toucan) and Keegan Fong (Woon) on building authentic brands. š
Elevator Talk features founders from Flirt, Flying Ostrich, CHUH Matcha, SipSide & FreshWater Agua Frescas with rapid-fire pitches. šļø
Milk, Money & Momentum. Slateās Rise & A Bay Area Buzz.
New episode from @bevnet's Taste Radio: Slate shows canned milk can win, landing $23M. Also: insights from a high-energy SF meetup with founders and industry vets. š„šš
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āWhisperā Success Into Existence. An Industry Icon Shows The Way.
New episode: The āBeverage Whispererā Ken Sadowsky breaks down what separates breakout brands from burnout and whatās working (and not) in todayās drinks market. @bevnet šļø š„¤
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Protein Is Everywhere. But Does It Belong Everywhere?
New episode from @bevnet: Protein is in everything, from popcorn to mashed potatoes. Are we hitting protein fatigue or a marketing-led macro trend? Plus a San Diego meetup recap. šŖš§Ŗ
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