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Emerging Brands Podcast

Welcome to Emerging Brands Podcast® with Kelly Bennett This is the podcast where you"ll discover the stories behind your new favorite CPG brands. Each episode dives into the brand and founder journey—how they launched, what sets them apart, and the strategy behind going to market. We talk plans for growth, practical advice for emerging founders, and where to shop the products making waves in food, beverage, wellness, and beyond. You"ll also hear from industry experts—brand builders, investors, and

business entrepreneurship

All Episodes

27:06

The Angel Group

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/11/17

Alyssa Arnold is a seasoned operator and strategic advisor with over 14 years of experience spanning M&A, operations, and scaling high-growth businesses, including founding Wildwood Growth Partners and ATex Energy. Now, as a partner at The Angel Group, Alyssa is focused on fueling the next generation of CPG companies. The Angel Group is a private investor community dedicated to investing in breakout consumer brands. They go beyond capital, providing strategic support, deep industry connections, and

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30:18

Mom Snacks

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/11/17

While navigating the demands of motherhood and a busy career, Maggie Slavonic, a mom of two and former Emmy-winning creative director, recognized a significant gap: healthy, convenient, and truly nourishing snacks built specifically for the unique nutritional needs of mothers. This personal realization, combined with her expertise as a functional nutritional therapist, sparked the idea for a brand designed to support mothers through every phase of their journey. Mom Snacks™ is the first functional

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43:56

She's the Sauce

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/11/10

While building a dynamic career in food and beverage marketing for industry giants like Uber, Walmart, and Gopuff, sauce lover Nicole Glabman was simultaneously navigating intense personal hormonal and gut health challenges. This journey, combined with her love for flavor and over seven years of industry experience, sparked an idea: to reimagine the everyday condiments that are the backbone of our meals. Nicole set out to create She's the Sauce, a line of delicious, better-for-you sauces with

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35:31

Veriti

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/11/10

In the competitive world of retail, emerging brands with mission-driven, clean-label products often struggle to compete with the massive marketing budgets of legacy players. Eleanor Hayden, Founder and CEO of Veriti, experienced this challenge firsthand as an in-house marketer for successful emerging CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) brands. Since 2021, Veriti has operated as the essential shopper marketing and retail media team for these challengers, proving that sharper strategy and expert execution

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24:35

Nomie

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/11/07

For 15 years, Roopa Annadatha mastered the art of bringing products to market at a massive scale, leading operations for global innovators like Apple, Microsoft, and Peloton. Yet, her most challenging and inspiring role was becoming a mother of two. The turning point came during a long travel day, observing her 18-month-old survive on pretzels and Goldfish. That moment crystallized a profound realization: modern parents are forced to choose between quick, empty calories and nutritious meals that

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35:44

Phoenicia Diner

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/11/03

For years, guests have traveled to the Catskills to get a taste of Phoenicia Diner's legendary fluffy pancakes. The diner became a modern classic, famous for its comfort food and classic Americana style. But when guests kept asking for the secret to that signature fluffiness, owner Michael Cioffi realized he had an opportunity to bring a piece of the diner experience right into their homes. Now, brunch aficionados can recreate the magic with Phoenicia Diner's trio of high-quality Pancake Mixes in

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27:47

OKO

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/11/03

Chef Jane Coxwell has cooked all over the world—from the South of France and the villages of Southeast Asia to a 305-foot superyacht—serving some of the biggest names in fashion and media, including over a decade as Diane von Furstenberg's private chef. Known for her elegant yet approachable style, Jane built her career on the belief that good food should be simple and full of life. Her latest project, OKO, is a chef-founded food company making fresh, organic vegetable blends that make eating well

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28:22

The Libi Project

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/11/03

After earning a business degree and moving to Italy to pursue a master's in World Food Cultures, Carli gained a profound understanding of the cultural, political, and social forces that shape our global food systems. Upon returning to New York City, she honed her skills in brand, operations, and training at industry leaders like Eataly and Hot Bread Kitchen. Seeing a need for a dedicated space for connection and collaboration, she set out to carve her own path. This journey led to the creation of

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26:45

Nice Cans

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/10/27

Charlotte Langley's journey as a celebrated Chef, Canner, and Ocean Steward is rooted in a desire to transform the often-staid world of preserved food. Driven by a culinary expertise and a bold, confident spirit, she created Nice Cans—a brand that proves canned goods can be gourmet, vibrant, and utterly delicious. Nice Cans is a Boldly Delicious Canned Food Brand that celebrates and empowers its consumers. By blending Sensual, Juicy, and Delicious flavors with a vibrant, confident, and playfully

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28:07

Glonuts

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/10/27

After a 15-year career shaping luxury hospitality experiences for brands like Mandarin Oriental and Ian Schrager, Kristin Charbo found herself ready for a new challenge—one that was delicious, nostalgic, and deeply personal. Along with her partner, Grover Light, her "healthy, yummy donut things" accidentally went viral, sparking the birth of glonuts. Glonuts is a better-for-you donut brand that redefines indulgence with clean, raw vegan, and gluten-free ingredients, all while keeping sugar counts

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30:22

Snacks & Design

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/10/20

Andrew Bly is a strategic brand and advertising designer focused on delivering unique, ownable creative for brands looking to reach the next level of growth. He is also the founder of Snacks & Design, a neighborly shop to discover up-and-coming brands focused on indie goodies made with good stuff by even better people. Andrew brings his expertise and unique perspective on both branding and retail discovery. As a designer who builds custom brand identities and curates shelf-ready success at Snacks &

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21:58

Laoban

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/10/20

Patrick Coyne loved the bustling energy and incredible flavor of the roadside dumpling shops he visited in China. That experience, and the incredible food, was something he missed back home—and something he realized was missing from the American frozen food aisle. Seeing an opportunity to merge authentic flavors with modern convenience, Patrick founded Laoban, a brand dedicated to delivering the dumpling shop experience right to your freezer. Laoban, which means "boss" in Chinese, pays homage to the

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32:17

Society De La Rassi

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/10/20

While building her career at the intersection of fashion, hospitality, and brand development, Wesley Davis, CEO and Co-Founder of Society De La Rassi, saw a shift happening. People were seeking out connection and clarity at their social events, but the celebratory options felt limited. This sparked the idea for a sophisticated, premium dealcoholized sparkling wine crafted for discerning palates and noteworthy characters. Society De La Rassi is a modern toast to bold encounters and new age soirées,

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25:26

How I Build Pre-Launch Brand Strategies for CPG Food...

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/10/13

Launching a successful CPG food & beverage brand starts long before you ever hit production — it starts with a rock-solid brand concept. In this solo episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of Week 1 of my proprietary four-week strategy, revealing the exact methodology I use to help my clients nail the foundational elements of their business. This process involves deep market research and intense questioning to ensure your brand concept is clear, unique, and primed for consumer resonance. I share

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28:44

Odele

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/10/13

Lindsay Holden, Co-founder of Odele, left her stable corporate role to make prestige beauty accessible to all. Alongside her fellow working mother co-founders, she launched a line of clean, inclusive, affordable, and shareable hair care, guided by the philosophy: "Crazy good doesn’t have to be crazy expensive." You can now find their products, developed by hair type and texture, at major retailers like Target, Ulta Beauty, and CVS Pharmacy. Before this leap, Lindsay was a Senior Buyer for Target

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22:04

Quincy

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/10/06

Halli Sigel began her career in the thick of some of New York's fastest-growing startups. Excelling at the junction of customer experience and operations, she quickly realized her ideal venture would merge her passion for scaling businesses with her love for bringing people together. Halli and her friend, Shelby Sims, founded Quincy on the belief that great cocktails need a fantastic mixer and garnish just as much as a great spirit. Historically, mixers were overlooked while alcohol brands built

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23:31

Tomonotomo

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/10/06

As a bartender in Toronto, Amanda Chen lost all her work during the pandemic. What seemed like a setback turned into a blessing: a one-way ticket to Mexico that changed her life. Now four years sober, she is dedicated to trailblazing the next wave of non-alcoholic beverages. This journey led her to create Tomonotomo, an award-winning non-alcoholic distilled agave spirit handcrafted in Oaxaca, Mexico. Tomonotomo has a unique process that blends with traditional mezcal practices to create a clean,

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39:13

Figa Foods

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/10/06

After a decade at Google and YouTube — most recently leading business development for YouTube Health — Ariel Altman knew she wanted to build something that drove impact at the intersection of health and innovation. That passion, combined with her Brazilian roots by marriage, led her to co-found Figa Foods. Figa is a company reimagining the chocolate aisle with bars made from the upcycled seeds of cupuaçu (coo-poo-ah-soo), a Brazilian superfood that's as delicious as it is sustainable. By partnering

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27:07

Ola Sol

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/09/29

With a successful background in marketing, including launching one of the first nationally distributed canned wine brands, Alexis Beechen joined forces with founders Miles Beckett and Steve Seigel to launch Ola Sol. As CEO, Alexis brought her full-stack marketing leadership to handle distribution and implement tech-first sales strategies, helping to bring this unique agave wine to market. Ola Sol is the first premium agave wine specifically designed for crafting cocktails. Made from 100%

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21:01

Pastazerts

Emerging Brands Podcast ·

2025/09/29

Stephanie Berwick is an innovative entrepreneur who transformed her 20-year career in fintech and diverse background into founding Pastazerts. Her journey is a testament to the power of trusting your instincts and embracing a new path, a bold move that led to the creation of the world's first chocolate ravioli dessert. Pastazerts is the culmination of Stephanie's unconventional vision, uniting two of the world's most beloved foods — chocolate and pasta — with sweet, creamy fillings. It's a brand

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