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Product & Packaging Powerhouse

Megan Young Gamble

We talk about the good and the ugly truth of the product and packaging industries from various sectors of the business. You will hear raw conversations from industry powerhouses for real impact to help you save money, time, and know what's coming down the pipeline. Pull up a seat and join us in the 'House as we discuss key essentials that will help you advance, ascend and accelerate your products to market.

arts fashion & beauty

All Episodes

36:41

Ep. 51- “Inside MakeUp in New York: Day 2-Packaging &...

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2025/10/30

In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble recaps her experience at Makeup in New York 2025, from day 1 and this episode focusing on day two themes of packaging innovation, sustainability, and beauty tech. She shares actionable insights from industry panels including advances in sustainable packaging (like APC Packaging’s patented mono-material droppers and refillable solutions), compliance considerations, smart packaging, and the importance of consumer

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52:11

Ep. 50- “Inside MakeUp in New York: Day 1 Innovation...

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2025/10/24

In this special episode on the Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble recaps her first postpartum event at Makeup in New York 2025, sharing personal insights on overcoming mom guilt and traveling for work. She highlights major trends and innovations she discovered on day one, including Korean skincare (K-Beauty), with an emphasis on new ingredients like PDRN (extracted from Salmon). Megan also reviews winners from the Makeup in New York Beauty Innovation Awards across categories

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58:25

Ep. 49- “The Truth About Stress, Skincare, and Your...

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2025/10/06

In this episode of the Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble sits down with Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu, an immunologist, molecular medicine expert, wellness coach, and founder of AveSeena and ChicScience Labs. Dr. Ebru explains the critical impact of stress and inflammation, especially “inflammaging” on skin health, and why acute inflammation is necessary while chronic or persistent low-level inflammation is harmful. She shares her journey combining science with intentional daily

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66:56

Ep. 48- “Roundtable: Packaging, Plastics & Platforms...

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2025/09/22

In this special roundtable episode of the Product and Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble sat down with industry experts Emily Anne Friedman (Recycled Plastics Editor, ICIS), and Ryan Fox (Packaging Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence) and Nicole Toole (Founder of ECGO) to unpack definitions of sustainability, the impact of data and technology, consumer education, and policy approaches like EPR. The panel considers how to move toward a more circular economy, while acknowledging the real-world

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60:25

Ep. 47- “The ABCs of Partnerships through Access &...

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2025/09/08

In this episode of the Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble reconnects with longtime friend Marc Winston, Senior Director at National Minority Supplier Development Council Inc.® (NMSDC®) and the President and CEO of Marc Winston Enterprises. Marc and Megan reminisce on growing up in Little Rock, Arkansas, along with Marc’s journey from early sports and educational influences, a robust corporate career in logistics, supply chain and supplier diversity at Walmart. The

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40:48

Ep. 46- “Family First: Crafting a Business Legacy...

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2025/08/28

In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble has a heartfelt conversation with her husband and business partner, Brandon Gamble, CEO of Pallet Pros and Pallet Pros Academy. They discuss building a business legacy together, balancing entrepreneurship with new parenthood, and the realities of running two companies as a family. Brandon shares how Pallet Pros was inspired, the importance of creating a strong vendor network, and why consistency is key in the

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53:57

Ep. 45 - "What Compostable Packaging Really Means?”...

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2025/08/18

In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" Megan Young Gamble speaks with Rhodes Yepsen, Executive Director of Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI )to break down the differences between compostable and biodegradable packaging, the importance of clear certification, and how labeling and policy can help fight greenwashing. Rhodes shares his unique journey from journalist to industry leader, explains how BPI is building bridges between brands, retailers, composters, and policymakers, and

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23:13

Ep. 44 - "Going into THRIVING TWOS of the podcast”...

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2025/08/13

In this special solo episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble reflects on reaching the second anniversary of the show. She shares transparent insights into the evolution of the podcast, lessons learned, and the major themes that have emerged, especially prestige products, sustainability, and the importance of community. Megan discusses the parallels between her company GLC’s new focus and the podcast’s direction. In addition she expresses gratitude for her

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58:37

Ep. 43 - "Shipping, Sustainability & Software...

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2025/07/14

TL;DR In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" Megan Young Gamble interviews Imtiaz Kermali, VP of Sales and Marketing at eShipper, to talk all things logistics for CPG and e-commerce brands. Imtiaz shares insights from his 17+ year career, highlighting why logistics strategy should be prioritized early in the product journey, not as an afterthought. He explains how eShipper platform is the "Expedia of shipping" with rate comparisons, leveraging their 4D boxing algorithm to cut

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57:36

Ep. 42 - "The Beauty of Data Driven Digital...

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2025/06/30

In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" Megan Young Gamble interviews international digital marketing strategist and beauty tech enthusiast Viola Ekene. Viola shares her journey from radio presenter to founder of Social Butterfly Haven, a digital marketing agency specializing in beauty and wellness brands. They cover the evolution and fundamentals of digital marketing, key platforms (including underutilized ones like Substack), and the importance of leveraging analytics like Google

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17:22

Ep. 41 - "WTF! What the TariFfs! pt2 ” with Megan...

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2025/06/09

In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble continues her "WTF! What the TariFfs!" series, discussing the recent and significant impacts of US-imposed tariffs (especially under the Trump administration) on packaging and product costs for beauty, health, and wellness brands. She discusses how increased tariffs on materials like aluminum (notably from Canada and Mexico) and other packaging components are forcing both startups and conglomerates to

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57:36

Ep. 40 - "The Power of Formula Ownership” with...

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2025/06/02

In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" Megan Young Gamble interviews powerhouse guest Cynthia Johnson, Founder and CEO of Cindy J Cosmetic Labs, LLC, who breaks down the power and importance of owning your own cosmetic formulation, both for legacy and legal reasons. Cynthia shares her journey into cosmetic science, the benefits of custom formulations over private labels, and why indie beauty brands should invest in testing, consumer evaluation, and compliance from day one. She

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40:04

Ep. 39 - "WTF! What the TariFfs! pt1 ” with Megan...

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2025/05/19

In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble returns from maternity leave for her first episode with her baby daughter Amaiyah as her co-host. She dives into how the rising tariffs, particularly under President Trump’s administration, are massively impacting the cost and availability of goods, especially in the beauty and packaging industries. Megan breaks down the rising tariffs as of May 13, 2025 (with China seeing up to 245%), which in turn affects

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Ep. 37 - "Are Labels Really Sustainable?” with...

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2025/03/24

In the "Product & Packaging Powerhouse" episode featuring Megan Young Gamble and powerhouse guest Chris Doerr, conversation explores sustainable labeling and packaging technologies. With over thirty years of experience, Chris shares insights on the various types of labels and the shift to sustainable practices. He emphasizes the importance of recycling and offers practical tips on reducing landfill waste through methods like composting, recycling LDPE bags, and leveraging digital

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61:03

Ep. 37 - "Packaging Challenges around Sustainability,...

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2025/03/10

In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble along with guests Brandon Frank, CEO of Pacific Packaging Components, discusses the intersections of packaging, technology, and sustainability. Brandon shares insights on the challenges and changes within the packaging industry, emphasizing the importance of collaboration across the packaging value chain. The conversation covers topics such as recycling complexities, regulatory challenges, and the role of new packaging

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61:06

Ep. 36 - "Marketing & Growth Strategies in the...

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2025/02/24

In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble interviews Lazar Favors, the CEO of Black Spirits Legacy. Lazar discusses the importance of building a strong consumer base in the spirits industry, emphasizing the power of word-of-mouth and relationship-building. He shares his journey of promoting black-owned spirit brands through events like Taste of Black Spirits and the upcoming Collective Behavior Tour 2025, which aims to highlight over 60 black-owned brands. Lazar

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46:40

Ep. 35 - "Impact of DE&I Initiatives in Retail and...

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2025/02/10

In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble discusses the impact of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the retail and beauty industries. She explains the shifts in DEI strategies among major retailers with the new presidential administration, highlighting companies that are pulling back on initiatives like Amazon, Target, and Walmart, and those continuing efforts like Sephora and Macy’s. Megan emphasizes the potential negative impacts

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29:26

Ep. 34 - "Trends & Transitions Part 2: Beauty and...

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2025/01/27

In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble discusses 2025 trends and transitions in product development and packaging, especially in the beauty industry. Emphasizing hyper personalization and prejuvenation, Megan highlights how biotechnology and advanced technology are reshaping personalized beauty and skincare. She also stresses the importance of sustainability in packaging and product choices, with tips on how brands and consumers should approach it

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32:58

Ep. 33 - "Kickoff 2025 Trends & Transitions Pt 1”...

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2025/01/20

In this episode of "Product & Packaging Powerhouse," host Megan Young Gamble kicks off 2025, highlighting key trends in beauty and packaging, and her personal and business transitions. She reflects on her journey with the podcast, mentioning how it's part of expanding her company, GLC, into a media division. Megan announces a new company objective for GLC to become the leading beauty operations firm in North America, Canada and Latin America By 2026, along with welcoming a new team

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57:08

Ep. 32 - "How Connected Packaging Shapes...

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2024/11/18

In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, host Megan Young Gamble along with guests John Dwyer and Maurizio Carano discuss the evolving landscape of packaging, focusing on essential functions like product protection, aesthetics, sustainability, and traceability. They explore connected packaging, serialization for anti-counterfeiting, and technological advancements to enhance the supply chain and circular economy. The conversation also highlights regulatory impacts, particularly the

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