ContenderCast with Justin Honaman: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to the ContenderCast with Justin Honaman, a leadership and Consumer Industries entrepreneurship conversation centered on shining a light on bright ideas. Justin is a digital commerce leader, author, communicator, and Consumer Products / Retail industry thought-leader based in Atlanta, Georgia. For additional information and guest access, visit contendercast.com. Every winner started as a contender!
Erica Groussman is the founder and CEO of TRUBAR, a delicious vegan protein bar brand made of 100% plant-based ingredients and free of gluten, dairy, soy, sugar alcohols, or harmful seed oils. Founded in 2019, TRUBAR has seen over 100% YoY growth every year since its launch and will expand into 15,000+ new retail locations this year including their most recent last month in Targets nationwide! Erica joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing food brand!
Meet Stacy Martin – the founder of Seahorse Snacks! She calls herself a seahorse because she chose to have her stomach removed due to an extremely rare genetic mutation (CDH1). Seahorses also don’t have stomachs. Because she doesn’t have a stomach, she has to eat frequently, like every two hours all day, every day. Because she eats so frequently, she often gets bored with eating the same thing over and over. Nuts are a great source of protein and she learned that she could make them extra delicious! Stacy joins Justin to discuss this up-and-coming snack brand.
Victoria Ha is the co-founder of Match My Makeup, the world's first scientifically and mathematically derived foundation shade matching platform. Match My Makeup's technology has been adopted around the world by major retail clients and cosmetics houses such as Net-a-Porter, Clarins and Harvey Nichols. Prior to launching Match My Makeup with her sister in 2012, Victoria was in Silicon Valley working in health-information, a field that allowed her to combine both her skills as a Computer Scientist and Lawyer. Victoria joins Justin to discuss the industry, technology and more!
Tony Roma’s is a full service, casual dining family restaurant where you can find premier BBQ ribs and steaks in locations across the world. With over 100 family restaurant locations on five continents, Tony Roma’s is one of the most globally recognizable names in the industry. CEO, Mina Haque joins Justin to discuss this growing restaurant industry brand!
Tip Top helps you quickly fix behavior problems and bring the best out of your dog! They got started 15 years ago in Oklahoma and now have locations across the U.S. where they help people communicate better with their dogs. With the Tip Top Method of Dog Training, you can quickly gain the control you have always wanted while still having a happy, tail-wagging dog! Ryan Wimpey, the visionary founder of Tip Top K9 Dog Training, joins Justin to discuss the business, their training method, and more!
Let’s dive in! Deborah Hall is CEO and Co-Founder of DIVE Billboards, a company renowned for transforming digital out of home (DOOH) screens with real-time, human-curated and brand safe content. Under her leadership, alongside Co-Founder Michael Girgis, DIVE Billboards is bringing the best of mobile and social to DOOH. Deb joins Justin to discuss how DIVE curates and translates dynamic, data-driven creative and social UGC moments to billboards around the world, combining social and digital out of home (DOOH) strategies for ultimate engagement and discovery.
Discover the unexpectedly craveable taste of Dixie Grace’s Boiled Peanuts. Unique taste, layered in flavor and texture. Plant-based protein grown in the ground, not in a lab. Minimally processed with carefully curated ingredients. Beloved snack all around the world for centuries! Dixie joins Justin to discuss this delicious brand!
Asha Shivaji is an accomplished marketer, having collaborated with renowned global brands, such as Apple, Disney, Moet Hennessy, Estee Lauder, and Johnson & Johnson. Throughout her career, Asha has focused on revamping and modernizing marketing initiatives that captured the hearts and minds of consumers. Most recently, Asha led the marketing strategy for Google's Advanced Brand Acceleration Team and co-led Google's partnership with the UN's Unstereotype Alliance, an organization whose meaningful efforts are aimed at eliminating harmful stereotypes from media and advertising. In 2023, Asha and Jason launched the SeeMe Index because there was a lack of data about consumer-facing inclusivity efforts. Asha joins Justin to discuss the index and benefits to consumers and brands!
WYNK was founded in 2020 by Casey Parzych, Angus Rittenburg, and Shawn Sheehan, three friends (a beverage manufacturer, mechanical engineer, and energy trader) looking for a new opportunity in the cannabis beverage market. Their challenge: find a way to dose the seltzer with THC legally, as current laws for dispensary distribution require dosing in the states where the drinks will be sold. Today, WYNK is a hemp-derived 1:1 THC:CBD zero-calorie seltzer. WYNK's blend of THC and CBD offers a light and bubbly buzz that is enjoyable any night of the week. WYNK is made with all-natural flavors and comes in Black Cherry Fizz, Lime Twist, Juicy Mango, and newly released Tangerine. WYNK is available online for purchase in 37 states, and sold in retail stores in 12 states at www.drinkwynk.com. Angus joins Justin to discuss this innovative, and fast-growing, beverage brand.
Trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle amidst changing diet trends and busy lifestyles can be overwhelming. In addition to being a wife and mother of three, Meredith Mann is a CPT and holistic nutrition and wellness consultant. She specializes in metabolisms, blood sugar, and emotional eating. Her happy place is her yoga mat and her kitchen, creating simple recipes that help balance blood sugar. She believes that freedom starts to come when we learn to eat properly to shut off hunger, ditch the crave/crash cycle, and finally feel good every day. Meredith joins Justin to discuss launching and growing a lifestyle brand – The Peachie Spoon!
GoSili was founded in 2006 based on the principal that it was time to create a cultural shift away from toxic and excessive plastics. Founders, Giuliana Schawb and Stacey Feeley believed there was a better alternative to plastics, so they began creating stylish, incredibly durable, 100% nontoxic silicone products with the philosophy that it was time to make the “basics” better. They first founded the award-winning all silicone children’s brand, Silikids of which GoSili is the parent company. Today, the company has expanded from kids products to products for the whole family and more. GoSili continues to bring innovative silicone products to market and has since been dedicated to building a social movement away from unsustainable plastic wares by providing the alternative to them. Stacey joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand.
Unlock the full adventure with Bake & Explore Kits, where engaging activities, global flavors, and fun challenges await. Or check out the Individual Baking Kits that offer fun and easy-to-follow recipes. Although these kits don't include all the extras found in Bake & Explore Kits, they're just as perfect for spending quality time with your little ones. CEO and Founder Shelley Gupta joins Justin to discuss this growing baking experience brand!
With just six simple ingredients, these cookies were designed for purists. They use the best quality peanut butter, eggs, vanilla, and maple syrup to create a cookie that is somewhere between fudge and cookie in texture. Meet Mightylicious! CEO Carolyn Haeler joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand.
ShipLab is a San Diego based fulfillment center that is focused on providing simple and effective order fulfillment and inventory management to help entrepreneurs focus on growing their business, not just maintaining it. Co-founder Alan Silberstein joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business.
Jamie and his sons were sitting around the campfire having a few beers and talking about beer, naturally. His oldest was about to leave for college, so Jamie encouraged him to think for himself when it came to drinking alcohol, regardless of the peanut gallery's opinions. Making a rational choice feels pretty damn radical...so why not screw the rules, make that radical choice and own the moment? They got pretty fired up about the idea of crafting a non-alc beer that doesn't play by the rules. They started brewing RationAle and haven’t looked back since. Wendy Pickett, Co-Founder and EVP of Sales, joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing non-alc beverage brand!
AMC Global delivers insights from real consumers in real markets to help you optimize your launch strategies. Shira Horn, Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy & Innovation, joins Justin to discuss market research, insights and analytics that power product innovation and launch.
Pickytarian, an e-commerce brand that creates stylish, sturdy, and compostable tableware for special occasions. Pickytarian stemmed from a desire to elevate an experience that is often riddled with single-use plastics, outdated designs, and subpar offerings. Pickytarian creates dinnerware products that are beautifully designed, elegant, sturdy, compostable, and disposable. Their tableware products are meant for those special occasions where it’s a huge hassle to use fine dinnerware but you are also conscious enough not to use toxic plastic or flimsy paper plates. Founder and CEO Laide Olambiwonnu joins Justin to discuss this innovative brand.
What do you do when you want your Bloody Mary but can’t carry along all of the ingredients to mix the drink? You grab a MaryCan! Premium canned cocktails – cocktails on the go – are a fast-growing category and the team at Bar2Table is working hard to introduce your favorite cocktails, with great taste, the highest quality and in great packaging. Charlton Gronlund joins Justin for a “Part 2” to discuss this fast-growing alco-bev brand!
Razer Inc. is an American multinational corporation and technology company that makes, develops and sells consumer electronics, financial services, and gaming hardware. The brand was founded in 1998, then re-founded in 2005 by Min-Liang Tan and Robert "RazerGuy" Krakoff, although the business originated in 1999 in the US. Bob Ohlweiler, SVP of Global Sales & Marketing, joins Justin to discuss this high-octane brand!
As a mom, Dionne Laslo-Baker wanted to show her kids that real food can be delicious without adding malic acid, artificial colors, or artificial flavors. So she brought her PhD in Medical Science from the lab to the kitchen and created products she would be proud to give her own family. She also wanted to prove that business can be a force for good—helping to create a more colorful world filled with health, inclusivity, and joy. A world where everyone thrives, together. DeeBee’s Organics is a Certified B Corporation, their factory uses solar power, and they champion employees’ most loved causes through the DreamLauncher program. Dionne joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand!
Baijiu (pronounced bye-j’yo) means “white spirits” in Mandarin. It is a diverse drinks category that includes all traditional Chinese grain spirits. Most baijiu is distilled from sorghum, but it can also be made from other crops. The techniques deployed in baijiu production vary greatly by region and style, and different styles of baijiu can be as distinct as whiskey is to tequila. Baijiu is the world’s most popular liquor by volume. China’s National Statistics Bureau estimates that the country produces about 12.9 billion liters (3.4B gal) of baijiu annually. Put another way, there is more baijiu produced each year than the combined total of vodka and whisky—numbers two and three, respectively. Baijiu and Western spirits, broadly defined, are fundamentally different alcohols, which makes Chinese spirits an exciting new addition to the international spirits world. Co-founder Derek Sandhaus joins Justin to discuss this new exciting, up-and-coming alco-bev brand!
Tropical Smoothie Cafe, also referred to as Tropical Smoothie, is a restaurant franchise in the United States that operates more than 1400 locations nationwide. Tropical Smoothie began as a smoothie shop in 1993 along the panhandle of Florida. Tropical Smoothie Franchise Development Corporation was founded in 1997 in Destin, Florida, and the first franchised store opened in 1998 in Tallahassee, Florida. Tropical Smoothie Cafe is currently headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. CEO Charles Watson joins Justin to discuss restaurant strategy, growth and delivering an exceptional customer experience!
Fresh Press Farms are the makers of homegrown, cold pressed cooking oils. Crafting oil like this means they capture the best of the olive...or peanut, pecan, or sunflower seed because they make those oils, too! CEO Frederic Lebourg joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand.
Crisp Power. Your go-to for functional food with just 6g of net carbs and a whopping 28g of plant based protein per pack [1.75oz (50g)]. It’s not just a snack; it’s a revolution! Gilad Zilberberg joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing, innovative snack brand!
It all started when Diane’s sister took a trip to India over 15 years ago, where she learned about the health and taste benefits of sprouted almonds. When you soak almonds in water for a long period of time, they “sprout”. The result is easier to digest + more nutrient dense + crunchier almonds! Inspired by these health benefits + the “sprouted-nut-crunch”, Diane began sprouting almonds and then dehydrating them, as opposed to roasting them, at home. She would then flavor them with real ingredients. She loved the way they tasted, and even more, the way they made her feel. She shared her sprouted snacks with friends and family members … who were always asking for more! Laurel, her niece and a healthy food lover with plentiful experience in marketing, fell in love with the snacks. Her interest was piqued. After doing some market research and going to Natural Products Expo West, Laurel and Diane realized sprouted snacks were truly unique from snacks already on the market. For the health-conscious consumer, a tasty + crunchy sprouted nut snack made with all real ingredients, no oil, and no added sugars would be a dream come true. Co-founder and CEO Laurel Orley joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing snack brand!
The LittleOak Company is on a mission to create products that care equally for our little ones and the world they will grow into. They believe that nothing can prepare our children for the world more than the world itself. Nature, after all, is our greatest provider. This is why they fell in love with the natural benefits of fresh goat milk and use it in our range of toddler drinks. Founder Elke Pascoe joins Justin to discuss this growing baby formula brand!
NYC is widely considered one of the most diverse cities in the world, with people, music, and FOOD from all over! After several years of cooking in some of the top restaurants in the city, Founder Alton But noticed that the non-alcoholic beverage pairings could have been more inspiring. NYC has some of the best Asian cuisines outside of Asia, only for the meals to be paired with the same old sodas and soft drinks that every other restaurant in the city carries. Alton and his team made it their mission to change this; they launched Moshi, a beverage brand made with unique Asian ingredients to pair with the Asian cuisine we all know and love. Alton joins Justin to discuss this growing beverage brand!
Elyse and her husband and business partner, Nick, seemingly have done it all. Together, they faced the notorious Sharks of ABC’s Shark Tank, sold millions of bagels on live TV, invented multiple successful lines of frozen breakfast items, and built their company into a recognized national brand. But they have also faced challenge. In pursuit of their dream, Elyse and Nick spent seven days a week, 24 hours a day, bustling through financial struggles, rejections, pregnancies, births, miscarriages, crisscrossing the country, fighting tooth and nail for the survival of their company. And nearly every time they made a step towards success it was coupled by an equally sized calamity or failure. Elyse joins Justin to discuss launching, growing, and exiting a fast-growing bagel business.
Miles Marmo is a failed professional athlete turned marketing agency and brand owner. As the Co-Founder of Agency Squid and Stage Seven Tequila, he brings a wealth of consumer goods knowledge to every brand he develops. Prior to starting his own agency and tequila brand, he spent years at one of the leading RTD beverage brands in the US. As a trained strategist, Miles works to blend business acumen with creative expression. Miles joins Justin to discuss Consumer Goods and his new beverage brand!
With the arrival of her daughter in 2018, Emily Groden (Founder and CEO) knew she would not have as much time to cook. She needed a new go-to: something that was simple, tasty, and truly nourishing. But frozen waffles? Are they simple? Yes. Tasty? Definitely. Nourishing? Uh… no. It’s a classic tale of a mom, a mission, and a waffle maker. Cramming all the good stuff like fruits, veggies, nuts and spices into something that tastes as good as it makes you feel. A few years and a few hundred recipes later, flavor, protein, fiber, and a whole serving of fruits and veggies are together at last… in a toaster. Emily joins Justin to discuss this delicious and fast-growing brand!
Moss Pure was created during a startup competition at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in June 2020, where it won First Place Startup in Track 1B: Health, Energy, and Waste Management (MIT Lebanon Challenge). It then went on to participate in the United Nations Development Programme where it won Top 10 Startup in August 2020. While most moss wall companies use preserved moss that is no longer living, Moss Pure is the first and only live moss air filter and stress relief device. Their patent pending science extends the lifespan of live moss within our design without needing any watering, sunlight, or maintenance. All while being an aesthetically pleasing decor piece in your modern space. Founder Jamie Mitri joins Justin to discuss this “growing” company!
Amante, the Italian word for lover, is designed to stimulate the senses and inspire a life of passion. LA DELIZIOSA VITA, the delicious life. Hailing from the historic Il Palagio 1530 estate in Tuscany, this latest innovation in amaro offers a new take on an old classic; combining aromas of Italian citrus, ginger and honeysuckle to help you enjoy a unique bittersweet taste and a thoroughly delicious afternoon. Amante 1530 transports the art of Italian spirit-making into the 21st century, and heralds a new era of amaro. Amante 1530. The delicious life. CEO Ana Rosenstein joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand!
Based in Las Vegas, Noovo introduces two groundbreaking models in 2024: Noovo Lite and the innovative Noovo Plus, the ‘First Super High Roof Camper Van in the US. Designed for the evolving needs of remote workers, retirees, travel nurses, and adventurers, these vans represent our vision of seamless integration between life’s work and pleasures. These vans are ideal for full-time van living. Co-founder Paul Aubert joins Justin to discuss this moving brand!
Renewal Logistics provides fulfillment solutions tailored to accommodate each brand’s unique needs. Renewal streamlines the supply chain with customizable value-added services supporting direct-to-consumer, retail brick-n-mortar and ecommerce marketplaces routes to market. Founder and CEO Courtney Folk joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing CPG service brand!
Rebecca van Bergen is the Founder and Executive Director of Nest, a nonprofit supporting the responsible growth and creative engagement of the artisan and maker economy to build a world of greater gender equity and economic inclusion. Rebecca leads an organization that is partnering with brand leaders such as Etsy, Madewell, Patagonia, Target and West Elm to improve transparency, social wellbeing, and economic opportunity for handworkers which includes both artisans and less skilled manual laborers, often working from their homes. Nest’s comprehensive suite of artisan and maker programming reaches over 250,000 handworkers working across 1,500+ artisan businesses in 124 countries.
Lovers of snacks, devotees of quality food. This shared passion was met with an equally shared frustration that the snacks they loved the most often made them feel the worst. So the team at Myna Snacks set out on a journey to create the most craveable, poppable, feel-good snacks of all time. Real ingredients, sustainably sourced, vitamin D, no gluten, no GMOs, nothing artificial. Better snacks make Myna Snacks happy, so they made them to share with you. CEO and co-founder Darcey Macken joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand.
La Gringuita Cookies in Palm Beach County offers quarter pound gourmet cookies made with premium ingredients and handcrafted with lots of love. The frozen CookiDough, however, is what sets this business apart. Now you can bake these jumbo cookies in the comfort of your own home by purchasing the preformed frozen CookiDough balls. Founder and CEO Caroline McGinley joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand!
Packed Party is a lifestyle gifting brand that encourages customers to make everyday a party with its unique party packages and creative products both at a wholesale and direct to consumer level. Founder and CEO Jordan Jones joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing “party” brand!
As a 26-year-old entrepreneur, Ophir Rahimi owns and operates several e-commerce businesses. Ophir is the founder of Rip Technologies, a 40+ person e-commerce company based in Miami, Florida. They build and scale direct-to-consumer brands including Haus and Hues, The Carefree Bee, Artelo, and Daylight with an average of ~50% YoY growth last six years across marketplaces including Amazon, Etsy, Shopify, and Walmart. Ophir joins Justin to discuss building and launch D2C brands.
From the people, to the art and science of the craft itself, to unique approaches and industry innovations, to that delicious liquid in the bottle — if it’s related to craft alcohol and there’s an interesting story behind it, The Crafty Cask celebrates it. People don’t connect with products, they connect with people and stories. The Crafty Cask is here to tell the stories, introduce you to the people, draw you in, and get you excited about visiting or trying whatever it is that we’re sharing. The Crafty Cask does this to inspire you to travel and explore this amazing world through craft spirits, cider, wine, beer, and more. Founder Suzanne Henrickson joins Justin to discuss this beverage brand.
If you have an active lifestyle then you know there is no complete solution for solving all the gross things that come along with it (sweat, stank, funk, grime, dirt, bacteria, etc). At Nonaste (pronounced No Nasty), Nonaste handles all the dirty work with their best in class, high performance odor removing laundry detergents, Odor Eliminating Spray, hand sanitizer, Sanitizing Spray - Just spray and go! Founder and CEO Andy Voggenthaler joins Justin to discuss this no-nasty brand!
KickIt Pajamas is an idea born from co-founder Cindy Trice while she was undergoing chemotherapy treatments for cervical cancer. A dear friend gave her a cute pair of pajamas to wear while hospitalized. From the minute she put these pajamas on, Cindy felt put together and dressed as she pushed her IV pole in laps around the nurses’ station and welcomed visitors. In essence, she felt dignified and a little “normal” in a world where absolutely nothing felt normal. Thus, a brand was born. Cindy joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the brand. And check out their products here - www.kickitpajamas.com.
Kathryn Bricken, Mum and now entrepreneur, has a passion for baking. From an early age she understood how food is more than fuel; it is a way of bringing people together and making magical memories. After moving to London, Kathryn became famous amongst her friends for baking the best American-style cookies using the finest natural ingredients. She was often asked to make extra dough so that her friends could bake cookies at home. In 2014 Kathryn decided to share her secret with the rest of the UK … Thus, Doughlicious was born. Every cookie dough flavour is 100% gluten-free thanks to their unique blend of gluten-free flours. There are also dairy-free, organic and vegan flavours. Everything is made with the finest ingredients and no artificial additives or preservatives. Kathryn joins Justin to discuss this doughy-delicious brand!
Tallywell is an AI-modeled health management app that empowers you to care for yourself and your loved ones with confidence. In the complex and expensive world of health care, we’re your first step toward clarity, understanding, and preparation. Every day, your Apple Watch collects data on the way you live and move. Tallywell puts that data to use, learning your habits and providing actionable insights to keep you in the driver seat of your family’s health. Live freely with the knowledge that you’re keeping yourself and your family on a path to better health. CEO Candice Paik joins Justin to discuss this new health tech app.
Tom Cingari Jr. is Vice President, Produce, Floral, and E-Commerce across all Cingari Family ShopRite locations. For the last 15 years, Tom has always focused on innovation. From making sure his departments feature the latest and freshest products, to bringing the stores into the digital age in his e-commerce role. Tom joins Justin to share the Cingari story – four generations in the business – and how retail is quickly evolving to meet the unique needs of the shopper.
It all began three generations ago in a small village, where Antonio Carlo is from, in Genoa, Italy. This is where his Nona perfected her idea of a homemade, all purpose “MARI-NAADA” sauce. Keeping with tradition, he’s been making this sauce for over 50 years and let me tell you something, this ain’t no ragoooo. It’s the real deal. You’re gonna love it. Buon appetito! Antonio joins Justin to discuss his growing line of marinara sauces!
Max Tucci is the Third Generation Partner and Global Brand Officer of Delmonico’s New York. Max is a 2023 IACP (International Association of Culinary Professionals) Trailblazer Award Recipient, a Telly Award, Communicator Award, w3 Award, MUSE Award, and Davey Award winner. Coined a "Lifestyle Expert" from his appearances on America's Next Top Model with Tyra Banks. Max is the Bestselling Author of the Amazon #1 cookbook, 'The Delmonico Way; Sublime Entertaining and Legendary Recipes from the Restaurant that Made New York!' Published by Rizzoli. Finally, Max is the grandson of the legendary restaurateur, the late Oscar Tucci of the iconic Delmonico's Restaurant in downtown NYC. Max joins Justin to discuss the restaurant, the industry, and his book. Come hungry!
Bubble Goods is on a mission to redefine our food system. And at the same time, provide the most transparent health food marketplace. Today's food system is loaded with refined sugars, dyes, gums, and preservatives-- a function of mass distribution that has resulted in products that are cheaply made. Bubble Goods believes that the future of food is built from a community of independent makers who make real food. Founder Jessica Young joins Justin to discuss launching and growing this food brand marketplace.
Nikki Baird is the vice president of strategy at Aptos, a retail enterprise solution provider. She looks after the future of retail and retail technology and identifies their impacts on both retail and Aptos’ strategy and solutions. She has been a top global retail industry influencer for 20+ years, with a background in retail and technology, and a career spanning PwC, Forrester, independent retail and tech startups. Nikki joins Justin to discuss key retail trends expected in early 2024.
Founded by husband-and-wife duo Stephen and Allison and based in Austin, TX, poppi combines fresh fruit juice, apple cider vinegar, and inulin prebiotics for a deliciously refreshing, full-of-flavor soda with benefits. With the help of an investment on Shark Tank, poppi has gone from farmer's-market-favorite to sitting pretty on the shelves of thousands of retailers across the nation. Along the way, they’ve become beloved by many including Hailey Bieber, Kylie Jenner, Billie Eilish, Russell Westbrook, JLo, Olivia Munn, and more. Allison joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing beverage brand!
Nicole (Nikki) Dawes is the CEO and Founder of Nixie Sparking Water and also the Founder of Late July Organic Snacks. Founded in 2018, Nixie Sparkling Water is a brand that delivers exceptional taste without synthetic solvents, carriers or artificial preservatives. Founded in 2003, Late July Snacks offers tortilla chips and crackers made of organic, non-GMO ingredients that the whole family can enjoy. Nikki joins Justin to discuss launching and growing two successful CPG brands.
Like many kids, mainstream snacks and cereals were a memorable part of Krishna Kaliannan’s childhood. There’s nothing he loved more than chocolate puffs for breakfast or a delicious sandwich cookie dunked in a glass of cold milk. Unfortunately, when he turned 17, he was diagnosed with T1 diabetes and had to give up many of his favorite snacks since they are typically loaded with sugar and empty carbs. He started eating low carb to help manage his blood sugar, but the few healthy options available tasted like cardboard. He got fed up! He wanted delicious snacks that would satisfy my cravings but weren’t loaded with all the sugar and empty carbs. And thus, Catalina Crunch was born. Krishna joins Justin to discuss this innovative and fast-growing food brand!
Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Endangered Species Chocolate has been crafting premium chocolate for three decades. ESC is passionate about redeeming typical business practices into “doing good better” that leaves a positive and lasting ripple in their wake. They love the truly delicious product they create, and are on a mission to seed joy through abundant giving. By donating 10% of net profits to impactful organizations and initiatives, they can continue in their amazing work to improve our world every day. CEO Curt Vander Meer joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing and delicious brand!
Artificial Intelligence. Machine Learning. Generative AI. Deep Learning. What does it all mean?! And why should you as a founder or entrepreneur care? Michael Connor joins Justin to unpack all of this and more as related to the Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods start-up space.
Mari Fassett started mixing flavors when she was 12 and whipped up a bowl of peanut butter, syrup and melted butter to dip pretzels in while she watched cartoons. Today, she is proud to celebrate over 25 years making better-for-you, plant-based, gluten-free snack mixes. She believes today's consumer craves snacks that innovate with bold, adventurous flavor while still paying tribute to comfort-food traditions. Mari joins Justin to discuss this growing brand!
The LittleOak Company is on a mission to create products that care equally for our little ones and the world they will grow into. They believe that nothing can prepare our children for the world more than the world itself. Nature, after all, is our greatest provider. This is why they fell in love with the natural benefits of fresh goat milk and use it in our range of toddler drinks. Founder Elke Pascoe joins Justin to discuss this growing baby formula brand!
Mara Smith, a former attorney in Chicago, started drinking tequila when she was looking for a clean, gluten-free spirit that fit into her active lifestyle. She and her friends enjoyed the versatile, carb-free and zero sugar spirit but they were not drawn to the traditional offerings. For years, Mara searched for a tequila brand that was additive-free with a look, taste and aroma that appealed to her and that she could share with her friends and family and proudly display on her bar. That perfect tequila simply did not exist, so she decided to create one. Mara joins Justin to discuss this growing alcoholic-beverage brand!
Remedy Organics was founded by Cindy Kasindorf, a holistic nutritionist who set out to create plant-based beverages that are deliciously protein-packed, superfood-charged, colored by food, and nutrient-dense. Her inspiration to create Remedy Organics began with her lifelong passion for health and wellness. Remedy Organics products aim to help you unleash your body’s natural healing power and live each day to the fullest. Cindy and her husband (and partner) Henry, join Justin to discuss this fast-growing beverage brand!
Eastern Standard Provisions delivers expertly crafted, one-of-a-kind artisanal soft pretzels and artfully blended flavored salts & sugars because life is just too short not to love every bite. Their Boston-based team, with deep roots throughout New England, is fiercely passionate in their pursuit of making the best soft pretzels on the planet. This stemmed from their mutual love for pretzels, and a realization that finding one on the market that lived up to expectations was nearly impossible. So, they decided to make it. And they now ship pretzels and waffles. Founder and CEO Bill Deacon joins Justin to discuss this delicious brand!
Katie Hotze is the CEO and Founder of Grocery Shopii. With over 20 years of experience in digital marketing, data analytics, and business strategy, Katie was able to turn her frustration with grocery shopping into a nationally-recognized retail tech disrupter that’s rapidly expanding in North America. Prior, Katie worked in management and technology consulting, leading global marketing teams at Mercer and BearingPoint. She broke away from her corporate career in 2019 to start Grocery Shopii. Today, Katie is recognized as one of grocery tech’s leading innovators, including recognition as one of Retail Info Systems’ Top 10 Women in Grocery Tech. Katie joins Justin to talk tech + grocery!
Founded by husband-and-wife duo Stephen and Allison and based in Austin, TX, poppi combines fresh fruit juice, apple cider vinegar, and inulin prebiotics for a deliciously refreshing, full-of-flavor soda with benefits. With the help of an investment on Shark Tank, poppi has gone from farmer's-market-favorite to sitting pretty on the shelves of thousands of retailers across the nation. Along the way, they’ve become beloved by many including Hailey Bieber, Kylie Jenner, Billie Eilish, Russell Westbrook, JLo, Olivia Munn, and more. Allison joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing beverage brand!
Griffin Owens is the co-founder of YUZUCO (www.theyuzu.co), a Los Angeles-based emerging brand that sources and creates premium, accessible yuzu products for award-winning chefs and bartenders. His experience with Yuzu began casually over a sour citrus and candy obsession as a young child. It developed more formally in 2020, with the launch of his brand's yuzu-inspired candled, featured in in media on publications such as Snaxshot and Vogue and locally in LA boutiques, such as Lady White Co. Griffin joins Justin to discuss this new fast-growing brand.
Straight forward, independent, no-nonsense advice is not easy to find. This is a must-read book for every budding and existing coffee shop entrepreneur. Andrew & Claire Bowen opened their first franchised coffee shop in 2007, after leaving senior roles in retail and healthcare. Within eighteen months they had opened three outlets and had over £1m turnover. In 2011 they developed their own independent format, which they continue to run. They support coffee shop owners worldwide as founders of Café Success Hub. They join Justin to discuss coffee shops and more!
For most of her life, Wendy Liebmann has been passionate about the convergence of consumers, shopping and retail. It's why she founded WSL, to help companies build their retail strategies by understanding and staying intimately in touch with shoppers, how they live their lives and how they spend. The goal, then and now, is to get retailers out of their ivory towers to meet shoppers on the selling floor, whether that floor is physical or digital. It's all about staying close to shoppers everyday to understand and satisfy their changing needs and wants. Wendy joins Justin to discuss the retail industry!
Solobo Toys is a Montessori-inspired educational children's toy company owned and operated by neurodivergent parents. Their products are designed to emphasize simplicity while encouraging exceptional learning. The owners of Solobo are Daniel & Courtney, a husband and wife team. They are also parents to two amazing children. Daniel is an ADHDer & Courtney is Autistic, ADHD, and OCD. They utilize sensory play, AAC, Montessori, and gentle parenting in their own family. They both feel it's important to encourage a child's individuality and meet them where they are. Courtney Peebles joins Justin to discuss this inspiring and growing toy brand!
Nana's is a family-oriented, Louisiana/Maryland style diner. Their goal is to provide fresh, hot, and comforting food that will make you feel at home while giving you a little peek inside the cuisine of Louisiana and Maryland. Owner Kelli Ferrell joins Justin to discuss this hot restaurant concept!
The Western Michigan University food marketing program will prepare you for many roles within the industry and provide the necessary tools for a successful career. Food marketing graduates are heavily recruited by leading firms in both retail and consumer goods. The program includes professional development, leadership, community service, networking and job search preparation. Russell Zwanka, director of the program, joins Justin to discuss this leading industry university program.
Artificial Intelligence. Machine Learning. Generative AI. Deep Learning. What does it all mean?! And why should you as a founder or entrepreneur care? Michael Connor joins Justin to unpack all of this and more as related to the Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods start-up space.
Elevate your meal with six sauces that combine fresh ingredients and convenience. Haven’s Kitchen fresh sauces save you time shopping, chopping, & cleaning so you can focus on eating. Flavor-Forward Sauces. Vegan & Gluten-Free. Cooking? Haven’s Kitchens knows you’ve got it in you. Fluffy rice, crispy fish, perfectly roasted, caramelized vegetables…you just need a few tricks, a couple of tips and some simple recipes. Founder Alison Cayne joins Justin to discuss this growing food brand!
Family-owned Langer Juice Company, Inc., has emerged as a major force and a top ranked brand in the very competitive juice industry. Since the formation of the company in 1960, the Langer family has remained actively involved in every aspect of making juice, from production and marketing to quality assurance. Producing beverages in many of the high-volume categories that include apple, cranberry, orange, grape, grapefruit, and pomegranate, as well as innovative tropical blends such as mango, guava and passionfruit, the Langers brand can be found in major retailers and Club stores across the country. Additional brands include Langer Farms 100% juices and No Worries brand cocktail mixers. Recent additions include Langers apple cider vinegar stick packs, Langers organic flavored sparkling waters, Langer Farms Beyond Butter apple butter, Beyond Honey plant-based vegan honey, LyteAde Sports hydration beverage with caffeine, and Gen Z flavorless transparent liquid in aluminum bottles. Langer Juice Company is located in City of Industry, CA. Bruce Langer joins Justin to discuss this leading juice brand!
NestFresh started as a family company in Colorado in 1991. Their founders wanted to create an egg company focused on animal welfare and environmental sustainability. They believed that by treating animals right, both hens and humans benefit, and they are proud to maintain those founding values. In the early years, NestFresh Eggs were produced and sold exclusively in Colorado, and soon became Colorado’s favorite egg brand. Today they use regional, family-owned farms to produce and supply farm fresh NestFresh Eggs in a local, sustainable system. Jason Urena joins Justin to discuss this egg industry and this growing egg brand!
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Open Water is ultra-purified, electrolyte-packed canned water in BPA-free aluminum packaging. Recyclable? Check. Climate Neutral? You bet. P.S. Fill up at the tap whenever possible. No, really! Co-founders Jess Page and Nicole Doucet join Justin to discuss this innovative and fast-growing water brand!
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Moving the Middle is a must-read for any leader, manager or coach looking for a way to tap into the unrealized potential of their middle performers. Why the Middle? Your customers – Your culture – The economics – The physics – Your potential. This book was written to change the way you think about solving your greatest opportunity and challenge – your middle performers. As Retail and CPG brands return to office, this topic takes on added importance. Author Jack Spartz joins Justin to discuss this moving concept.
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Do Good Foods is offering great-tasting products consumers know and love, that also have a tangible positive impact on the world. How? Today, 40% of the food we grow currently goes to waste. Can you imagine going to the store, filling five bags of groceries but then throwing two of them away? It’s a waste of resources, time and money. And Do Good Foods is putting a stop to it. Rather than throw food away, Do Good Foods is upcycling it. Surplus grocery food is first shared with local food pantries — what’s left over is then sent to their facility to be repurposed into feed for animals. Co-founder and co-CEO Justin Kamine joins Justin Honaman to discuss this transformational food brand!
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At Mother Raw, their love of plants runs deep. They like to say they're plant-powered and inspired by all the possibilities that can grow from a single seed. Their life's work is to make plants crave-able because everyone benefits from digging into their awesomeness! That's why they select the best of Mother Earth's incredible bounty including organic, non-GMO plant-based ingredients, and create ridiculously delicious and versatile products and recipes. All of the flavor and goodness, with none of the crap. Put Good on Good™. CEO Kristi Knowles joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing food brand!
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As COO of Nuts.com, Eran Mizrahi watched as vendors changed up pricing, quality, and lead times on a whim. With so much at stake, he knew there had to be a better way. He partnered with fellow Nuts.com alumni Aalap Patel to start Ingredient Brothers, a company that is data-informed but relationship-driven and sources ingredients for consumer products from around the world. Eran joins Justin to discuss this growing brand.
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Founded in 2015 by Marian Leitner-Waldman and her husband, David, Archer Roose is dedicated to producing affordable luxury wines with minimal intervention. How? Marian and David created the concept of a traveling vineyard. Instead of building a winery and committing to a specific geography and varietal, they wanted to offer wines from the most-renowned regions around the world. So, they fostered personal relationships with small, adventurous winemakers who preserve terroir, and approach viticulture with craftsmanship and deep respect for the environment. Through these close partnerships, they are able to produce unique, natural wines within 20 miles of their harvest location and bring them to you. Marian joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing wine brand!
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The Carbonauts host live, virtual workshops that help people optimize their lifestyles so that we can build a greener future. A natural sequel to TreeHugger.com, The Carbonauts inspires and guides people towards compelling, low-footprint ways of living and working by offering them live, time-efficient zoom courses that make it easy for them to slash their footprints at home and work while saving money and influencing others. Founder and CEO Graham Hill joins Justin to discuss this climate-friendly sustainability brand!
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First things first: the bagels. Shug’s “Store 1,” just steps from SMU, smells exactly like a bagel store should smell, which is not a surprise as every day they make all of their dough from scratch, in-house, then make their bagels the artisanal, old-fashioned way – including a necessary fermentation period, kettle-boiling them, then baking them in a massive, revolving tray oven. Founder Justin Shugrue works at Shug’s every day, in his apron and baseball cap and joins Justin to discuss this growing bagel brand!
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Clutch Coffee was born in the Carolinas in 2018. With 20+ years of drive-thru coffee experience, combined with a burning desire to revitalize the lost art of customer service, they set out on a quest to build the best drive-thru beverage experience on the planet. They are passionate about people, providing opportunities, and creating a culture that is second to none. They are equally inspired to provide the best coffees, energy drinks and other specialty beverages that you’ve ever tasted. Co-founder and CEO Darren Spicer joins Justin to discuss this growing coffee bar brand!
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Holistic Roasters is certified by Demeter USA. They source coffee directly from family-run, Regenerative Organic / Biodynamic farms and cooperatives. Holistic Roasters is certified by Demeter USA. They source coffee directly from family-run, Regenerative Organic / Biodynamic farms and cooperatives. Co-founder Gregory Kalinin joins Justin to discuss this growing coffee brand.
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The story of T-swirl Crepe starts thousands of miles away on the shores of Japan. The Japanese Crepe borrows from a western concept and modernized it into new level of versatility that you can gobble on the go. Building on this new concept, T-swirl started to research and have perfected the 100% gluten free rice flour batter, to craft a crispy thin chewy layer that embraces all the decadent condiments. T-swirl is synonymous with using the finest ingredients to construct a trendy/artistic crepe that arrives to your hand with incredible speed. We have standardized the process to give you a consistently clean and delicious crepe. T-swirl is the only destination to satisfy your crepe cravings. As you crack open the door, the initial whiff is enchanting. The air perfumes with aroma of fresh fruits and savory bacon as you walk closer to the counter. Once there, you are greeted with an inviting smile; letting you know that you are about to embark on a mouth-watering adventure. We have sweet and savory crepes that can satisfy your taste buds. Co-founder Jerry Lin joins Justin to discuss this delicious brand!
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Nicole (Nikki) Dawes is the CEO and Founder of Nixie Sparking Water and also the Founder of Late July Organic Snacks. Founded in 2018, Nixie Sparkling Water is a brand that delivers exceptional taste without synthetic solvents, carriers or artificial preservatives. Founded in 2003, Late July Snacks offers tortilla chips and crackers made of organic, non-GMO ingredients that the whole family can enjoy. Nikki joins Justin to discuss launching and growing two successful CPG brands.
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At Good Food for Good, their products are certified organic and free of refined sugar, soy, corn syrup, gluten, dairy, or preservatives. Basically, if you wouldn’t add it when cooking from scratch, you won’t find it in their products. Unlike most store-bought sauces you can find, they don’t believe in relying on sugar and artificial additives for flavor. All of their organic sauces are Keto, Paleo, Vegan, and Whole30 Approved, because putting your health first should not have to mean sticking to bland, sauce-less meals. Founder and President Richa Gupta joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing food brand.
From a small kitchen in Asheville, NC, two mothers with a purpose and passion for fermentation began making kombucha as a healthy alternative for their kids. From gifting jars to friends, families, neighbors and eventually selling through farmers markets—their shelves and countertops were quickly overflowing with kombucha. So they took a big leap—a leap that sparks fear, curiosity and can alter a person’s life forever. Buchi took their small-batch home production to a warehouse on a 180-acre farm in the mountains of Southern Appalachia. Unwaveringly dedicated to their mission, the whole team decided this wouldn’t just be their office, but their home. Brewing together, working together, living together, and taking on every hardship together. In 2016, Buchi opened the first commercial kombucha brewery in the Southeast. Buchi’s purpose is to craft delicious, high-quality, nutrient-dense living drinks; invest in the regeneration of our planet; and use business as a conduit for positive social impact. Zane Adams joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand.
Designer Dram began when one of the founders set about to create his own whiskey. He quickly discovered that the only way he could do this was by going through the process of creating an entire barrel of whiskey. As exciting as this was, this process takes a minimum of two years and costs upwards of $5,000 if aged well. Now each of us can create our own via Designer Dram. Co-founder Chintan Dhanji joins Justin to discuss this unique alcoholic-beverage experience brand!
First it was salsa! Now it is chicken! Dave Zilko has been a food entrepreneur for over 25 years, most prominently at Metro Detroit-based Garden Fresh Gourmet. He succeeded in taking the company from $4.6 million in annual revenue to just over $110 million prior to engineering a sale to the Campbell’s Soup Company for close to a quarter billion dollars. From his Garden Fresh experience, Dave wrote the book, “Irrational Persistence; Seven Secrets That Turned A Bankrupt Startup Into A $231,000,000 Business.” Now Dave has a new endeavor – The Skinny Butcher – that is growing rapidly with plant-powered protein! Dave joins Justin to discuss the keys to launching and growing a successful food brand.
Only 69% of Americans brush twice per day. A clear indicator that brushing is a chore, rather than a joy. And yet, a healthy mouth promotes a health life. At Chilly, they are on a mission to make brushing something we look forward to. They have re-imagined toothpaste – in fact, spicing it up! Founder and CEO Rainer Agles joins Justin to discuss this hot new brand!
Like many kids, mainstream snacks and cereals were a memorable part of Krishna Kaliannan’s childhood. There’s nothing he loved more than chocolate puffs for breakfast or a delicious sandwich cookie dunked in a glass of cold milk. Unfortunately, when he turned 17, he was diagnosed with T1 diabetes and had to give up many of his favorite snacks since they are typically loaded with sugar and empty carbs. He started eating low carb to help manage his blood sugar, but the few healthy options available tasted like cardboard. He got fed up! He wanted delicious snacks that would satisfy my cravings but weren’t loaded with all the sugar and empty carbs. And thus, Catalina Crunch was born. Krishna joins Justin to discuss this innovative and fast-growing food brand!
Deliciously different, with a refreshing approach to building a brand. Made the “Old fashioned way,” reaching consumers in an entirely new way. CAVU works with brands like Beyond Meat, Bai, Vital Proteins, Jennifer Garner's Once Upon a Farm, ONE bars, Oat-ly, Skinny Dipped, and Bulletproof. Chief Brand Architect Stevie Clements joins Justin to discuss how CAVU helps consumer brands accelerate growth.
Innoviom is a global innovative food and beverage platform that builds on new trends and takes them to scale. Innoviom uncovers new emerging trends for food and beverages bringing value-added healthy propositions to consumers. Imagine a world full of delicious healthy beverage and snacks that make us feel better. Ahmed ElAzizi, CEO, joins Justin to discuss this innovative new food and beverage platform.
flavrs provides foodies with the first shoppable-video platform that merges premium food content and commerce. The platform connects high-quality food videos to shopping, starting with groceries, through an industry-first Instacart integration. flavrs gives users access to premium recipe tutorials with a commerce-driven component allowing foodies to discover and replicate the meals they watch at home by purchasing ingredients through a custom integration with Instacart. flavrs is designed for passionate foodies who have been long deprived of one central digital ecosystem where they will discover the best food content, cook along with recipes, and shop. Co-founder Alejandro Oropeza joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing food commerce brand!
Elevated single serve wine! Each bottle contains 6.3 ounces of premium wine, packaged in an elegant and easy-to-open glass bottle. Perfect for every moment when you want to enjoy one great glass of wine. Founder and CEO Dana Spaulding joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing wine brand!
Uniquely tied to the exciting world of professional sports car racing and garnering wins from racing around a track at 180 miles per hour at the highest levels of professional competition takes extreme focus, attention, and a drive for perfection. To professional race car driver and team owner, Kevin Buckler so does winemaking. Following the legendary success of his professional race team The Racers Group (TRG), Kevin and his wife Debra opened Adobe Road Winery in the heart of Sonoma County in 2002. Their goal, to craft wines that exemplify the true essence of California’s most revered winegrowing regions. Kevin joins Justin to discuss racing and wine!
Meet Rana and Khalid. Their baba, Jamal, humbly brought an authentic flavor of his home Jerusalem to America in the late 1970’s. His creamy and bold hummus was created in the kitchen of his restaurant, The Mediterranean Cruise Café in Minnesota in 1979 when Middle Eastern food was practically non-existent. It quickly became their most requested dish and remains so four decades later! In 2018, they launched Baba’s! Today, Baba’s offers a variety of hummus flavors, g'noosh, tzatziki, falafel and pita bread. Baba's is not only a food brand, it's a taste of the Palestinian-American experience. Rana joins Justin to discuss this growing food brand!
Gobble prepares farm fresh 10-minute gourmet dinner kits with 3-step instructions delivered to your door. The weekly dinner service offers busy professionals the convenience associated with takeout along with the health and satisfaction of a fresh homemade meal! Founder and CEO Ooshma Garg joins Justin to discuss launching, growing, selling and evolving this dynamic food brand!
Fast Penny Spirits is a distillery in Seattle, Washington focusing on creating high-quality amaro using organic and wild-crafted ingredients under the Amaricano brand. A mostly Seattle native, Jamie Hunt is known for launching innovative digital products and experiences for global companies as well as seeking out delicious food and cocktails at home and on the road. In creating Fast Penny Spirits, she digs deep into her Sicilian heritage and love of amaro for a new American take on the spirit. Jamie joins Justin to discuss this new alco-bev brand!
Coffee without the pretentiousness. Coffee without all the extra packaging. Coffee without the bland, the beige, the boring. Say hello to coffee without the crap. Say hello to Chamberlain Coffee. CEO Chris Gallant joins Justin to discuss this growing coffee brand!
Jack & Friends® believes in inclusivity—especially when it comes to food. That’s why they’re on a mission to make snacks you can feel good about eating, regardless of your lifestyle or diet. Their plant-based jerky is carefully crafted to ensure as many people as possible not only can consume their product, but also enjoy it. Who said you have to choose between function and flavor? Not them! Founder and CEO Jessica Kwong joins Justin to discuss launching and growing a jerky brand!
Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Endangered Species Chocolate has been crafting premium chocolate for three decades. ESC is passionate about redeeming typical business practices into “doing good better” that leaves a positive and lasting ripple in their wake. They love the truly delicious product they create, and are on a mission to seed joy through abundant giving. By donating 10% of net profits to impactful organizations and initiatives, they can continue in their amazing work to improve our world every day. CEO Curt Vander Meer joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing and delicious brand!
Blue Circle Foods is an employee-owned sustainable seafood company founded in 2005 by organic industry pioneers. They produce feel good fish for every day eating – from fillets to fun things like salmon sausages and burgers always free from fillers and breadcrumbs. They are passionate about continuous improvement in both aquaculture (fish farming) and wild-caught fishing practices. As a protein producer, they have a responsibility to the environment. Their farmed salmon and shrimp are net producers of protein, meaning that unlike farmed beef, chicken, and pork, our salmon and shrimp generate more protein than they take out of the environment. Father and daughter, Steven Damato and Nina Damato join Justin to discuss this growing seafood brand!
Farmer Focus was founded and is led by Corwin Heatwole, a 6th generation farmer. Corwin was just three years old when his father built his first poultry house; he grew up farming and tending to the flocks. Corwin spent years raising flocks for other companies and saw the toll it took on both his family and the birds. He started Shenandoah Valley Organic (later Farmer Focus) with a question posed to farmers, “What can we do to improve generational family farming?” At Farmer Focus, they wake up every morning looking for new ways to answer that question. Corwin joins Justin to discuss all things chicken!
As immigrants from India, Ragoth Bala and his co-founder were frustrated that they couldn't find good sources of authentic and healthy Indian food to could consume on a regular basis. Thus, Cumin Club was born. Their expert chefs ensure they are staying true to the origins of each dish by using locally sourced ingredients and authentic cooking methods. They are rooted in representation, with a focus on showcasing the incredible and diverse dishes from across India that you can’t find on shelves. Fed up with expensive takeout and unhealthy microwaveable meals, they wanted to change the game and make it easier for busy people to enjoy the dishes they grew up with like Paneer Butter Masala and Dal. Ragoth joins Justin to discuss this high-flying Indian food brand!
Jill Koziol is the co-founder and CEO of Motherly, a wellbeing destination empowering mothers to thrive. An Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Company and a Parity.org Best Company for Women to Advance, Motherly is built for mothers, by mothers. Engaging an audience of 40 million+ readers and viewers a month, Motherly offers on-demand parent education classes, Webby-award winning videos, The Motherly Podcast, essays and articles, and a highly-engaged social media community. Co-author of “The Motherly Guide to Becoming Mama: Redefining the Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Journey” and “This Is Motherhood: A Motherly Collection of Reflections and Practices", Jill is passionate about serving and empowering women and mothers because when mamas are successful, everyone wins. She is an advocate for families, female founders, and how to thrive with multiple sclerosis. Jill lives in Park City, Utah with her husband and two daughters. Jill joins Justin to discuss launching and growing this mother-centric business.
The Vortic Watch Company is a high-end wristwatch engineering and manufacturing company based in Fort Collins, Colorado. Their inspiration lies in pairing classic watchmaking techniques and traditions with innovative, modern technology. After finding that their metal 3D printed prototypes for a university design project had a uniquely vintage look, they decided to combine the cutting-edge technology of metal 3D printing with gorgeous, antique, American-made pocket watch movements to create bespoke wristwatches. Co-founder RT Custer joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing watch brand!
Mari Fassett started mixing flavors when she was 12 and whipped up a bowl of peanut butter, syrup and melted butter to dip pretzels in while she watched cartoons. Today, she is proud to celebrate over 25 years making better-for-you, plant-based, gluten-free snack mixes. She believes today's consumer craves snacks that innovate with bold, adventurous flavor while still paying tribute to comfort-food traditions. Mari joins Justin to discuss this growing brand!
Thomas Ashbourne raises the bar in the world of ready-to-sip craft cocktails. Their rich flavors are curated by iconic partners who know their way around a top shelf cocktail. Every batch is sustainably handcrafted in the U.S. using all-natural, Kosher ingredients. Their work is driven by the love of a wildly good time, so cut ties with your bartender (or offer them a cocktail) and let’s cut loose together. CEO and co-founder Kara Kamenev joins Justin to discuss this rapidly growing alcoholic-beverage brand!
Bala Sarda, 25, comes with lineage of over 80 years in the tea industry and it is when he worked in his bulk export family business, he noticed the huge gaps in the $90 billion tea market. He started Vahdam Teas in early 2015 to address these problems and make available garden fresh teas to consumers across the world, direct from source, under a home-grown tea brand by leveraging technology. A tea enthusiast, he dreams of putting an Indian tea brand on the global stage. Prior to founding Vahdam Teas, he started Youth 360, a youth network & b10Media, a digital marketing company while still in college. Bala joins Justin to share insights on launching this fast-growing tea brand.
Every 100 seconds, a baby in America gets a food allergy. However, babies don’t have to get food allergies. Evidence-based research, USDA guidelines and leading allergists all agree – introducing small amounts of allergens early and often is the best way to help a child have a greater chance at a future of food freedom. Ready. Set. Food! is the only complete early allergen introduction system that takes the work, confusion and fear out of doing something really important for the health of your baby. Their mission is to help babies have healthier futures, free from the limits of food allergies. Co-founder and CEO Daniel Zakowski joins Justin to share the growth story behind Ready. Set. Food!
As a Los Angeles-based interior designer, author, philanthropist and mom to two boys, Breegan Jane is a dynamic voice in the industry. As host of HGTV's Dream Home, Breegan continues to showcase her vast expertise building and designing homes, as well as on over six Warner Brothers Discovery shows. She originally honed her design skills as a creative director and marketing professional for a leading luxury yacht manufacturer, which catapulted her experience in the industry. From there, her talents led her to design projects impressively spanning the gamut, from celebrity residential and commercial properties to lavish restaurants and large-scale remodels. Along with gracing six Warner Brothers Discovery television shows, Breegan Jane has been featured on multiple shows across major networks, including The Rachael Ray Show, NBC’s Open House, HGTV’s Property Brothers and Hallmark Channel’s Home & Family, in which she discussed her first children’s book, Carbie. As the host of HGTV’s Dream Home, Breegan continues to stay on-trend with up-and-coming interior design and home decor styling. Breegan joins Justin to discuss building a brand in the design space!
Many years in the making, Lyre’s exquisite range of lovingly crafted non-alcoholic spirits was borne from a quest to make the impossible possible – giving the freedom to drink your drink, your way. Not just provide an alternative to those who don’t wish to imbibe alcohol, but ensure everyone can enjoy the mirth and merriment of a soiree or shindig. With Lyre’s, it’s up to you – replace some of the alcohol in your drink to make a low alcohol Lyre’s or make your classic favorites as a no-alcohol option simply by selecting from the many Lyre’s variants in our extensive range. Co-founder and CEO Mark Livings joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand!
It started with a passion and a pandemic. It led to an understanding and conviction. Blind Tiger is linked back to Erie, Pennsylvania’s Room 33 Speakeasy where owner, Rebecca Styn, PhD., brought her passion for the Prohibition era to life. Mirroring the ban on alcohol in the 1920’s, the onset of the pandemic in 2020 forced the speakeasy to provide only sans-alcohol drink options to-go. The team took on the challenge to deliver a top-notch spirit-free cocktail that mirrors the flavors of the original, less the alcohol. The result: a sophisticated cocktail with the defining flavors, with or without the spirit. Rebecca joins Justin to discuss this growing beverage brand!
When it comes to Dewey Beach, if you know, you know. Those legendary days spent hanging out on the beach with your crew, or taking in some live music at the bars. And of course, those epic nights spent reveling with friends at The Starboard - the source of Dewey Crush inspiration. When the concept of Dewey Crush was just a twinkle in their founders’ eye, it was the vibe, atmosphere, and energy of The Starboard that gave them the motivation to fully hatch their canned cocktail plan. The big idea was to make something that captured the essence of East Coast summers. Something that you could take home that'd spark an amazing memory from an unforgettable summer. A drink that you could share with friends and family to make new moments. Co-founder and CEO Andrew Rigney joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing cocktail brand.
Francesca Hahn is Vice President, U.S. Digital Commerce and Direct to Consumer for Mondelēz International, a global company leading the future of snacking with 2021 net revenues of approximately $29 billion. Mondelēz International makes and sells primarily snacks, with iconic global and local brands such as OREO, Ritz, belVita, Cadbury and Toblerone chocolate, Sour Patch Kids candy, Trident gum, and HALLS. Francesca has been a global leader in Sales Transformation and Customer Leadership roles for more than twenty years. She partners to drive business results by leading multi-functional teams and managing change in fast-paced environments. And today, she joins Justin to discuss ecommerce, direct-to-consumer, the industry and more!
At Recess, there are two paths to calm. Stress exists as both a feeling in our minds and a physiological response in our bodies. That’s why they made Recess: two distinct paths to a single destination. Recess balancing CBD blend and Mood mood-lifting magnesium blend. Founder and CEO Ben Witte joins Justin to discuss this growing beverage brand!
Anouck Gotlib is the CEO of Belgian Boys, a woman-owned sweet treats and snack brand on a mission to turn up the happy one sweet moment at a time. Belgian Boys offers a delicious assortment of breakfasts, sweet treats, and desserts, including stroopwafels, crepes, pancakes, and cookies. Anouck joins Justin to discuss this yummy brand!
IZO is a collection of Mexican spirits handcrafted in Durango, Sonora and Tequila, Mexico. Their company was born out of a desire to bring their heritage and tradition, found in every bottle of IZO, according to traditional ancestral methods. Co-founder Gaston Martinez joins Justin to discuss this growing spirits brand.
Kevin’s Natural Foods mission is to empower even the busiest people to eat clean without sacrificing flavor. Food gives us the fuel we need to do the things we want with the people we love. Food can also help you feel good when you’re feeling less than average. That’s how Kevin discovered his joy for food. Clean eating is what our bodies were designed to thrive on. But clean eating has had a bad rap. It seems you have to pay for guilt-free meals with boring cuisine and a lack of flavor. Kevin made it his mission to change this and a company was born. Kevin joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing prepared meals, sauces and seasonings brand!
Inspired by childhood memories of baking days past, Kitsby (Kits-by-you) was made to bring people closer through sharing sweet moments and delicious desserts together. They believe that good food becomes great because of the meaningful experiences shared in the kitchen and at the table. That's why at Kitsby, they not only have a sweet tooth for the sweet stuff, but also for the people, the laughter, and the fun that comes with food. Their purpose is to spread happiness through creative desserts and pastries that highlight exciting ingredients and flavors. Kitsby grew out of a love of baking and a craving for a taste of home. CEO and Founder Amy Hsiao joins Justin to discuss this growing food brand.
Dan-O’s Seasoning is changing the world one table at a time by offering the best all-natural, low-sodium seasoning products on the market. Their goal is to provide you with real flavors to make healthier food choices without ever sacrificing taste. Dan Oliver joins Justin to discuss this booming seasoning brand!
Let’s expect more from food, together. Meet Sweet Loren’s —the clean food company made for you. They are transforming what it means to be convenient and delicious. Every product they offer — today and tomorrow — is crafted with clean, plant-based, gluten-free, dairy free, and Non-GMO ingredients. Because everyone deserves delicious food made with love. Founder and CEO Loren (Brill) Castle joins Justin to discuss this category-changing food brand! Come hungry!
Shoulder injuries are one of the most prevalent and consequential injuries for rotational athletes such as pitchers, quarterbacks, volleyball players, tennis players, swimmers, and golfers. Proper Rotator cuff training is technically very difficult and time consuming, leading to extremely low compliance rates and far less than optimal outcomes. Enter NuShoulder. NuShoulder™ isolates the muscles that form the rotator cuff which stabilize the shoulder joint while ensuring proper form during each of the five movements. All exercises are performed from seated position for quick, easy, targeted rotator cuff training for the prevention of injuries and faster recovery from surgery. CXO Ben Riggan joins Justin to discuss this new brand.
Disco brings a dynamic balance of all-natural fruit and peppers to the party. It’s not too sweet, and not too spicy. Their flavor profile is versatile and always comes with a lot of energy! It’s a party on your plate, baby! Founder Alex Paramithiotti joins Justin to discuss this hot brand!
High Time Foods empowers chefs with a nutritious, shelf-stable, cuisine-agnostic, plant-based meat-alternative that’s better for people, the planet, and peeps. Their plant-based meat alternative is easily moldable and versatile enough for every chef’s cuisine. Dumplings, tacos, lasagna, meatballs, stir-fries - they’ve got you covered. Aakash Shah started his career in sales at a foodtech unicorn by working extensively with restaurants and selling technology solutions to them. With that experience and a keen sense of major market trends, he started and exited his first company, a ghost kitchen startup, where he led a team of 50 and increased his understanding of culinary and food service. Building and scaling businesses is what excites Aakash. Aakash joins Justin to discuss this innovative food brand.
Deborah Weinswig is the founder and CEO of Coresight Research. Between 2014 to early 2018, Deborah served as Managing Director of Fung Global Retail and Technology (FGRT), the think tank of Fung Group. Previously, she was Managing Director and Head of the Global Staples & Consumer Discretionary team at Citi Research. Deborah was ranked the #1 analyst by Institutional Investor for 10 years in a row. She was named one of the Top 50 Retail Influencers by Vend in both 2016 and 2017 and received the Asia Retail Congress’s Retail Leadership Award in 2016. She was also recognized by LinkedIn as a top Voice in Retail in 2017, 2018 and 2019. Deborah joins Justin to discuss launching her business and trends in the retail industry!
Popadelics, Fun-Gal Snacks' flagship product, are shiitake mushrooms reimagined for the modern superfood snacker that bursts with flavor and packs an addictive crunch. Popadelics are vegan, non-GMO, and a good source of protein and fiber. Co-founder Marilyn Yang joins Justin to discuss this new food brand!
Nola Martin currently leads the marketing efforts for Ocean Brands, a national distributor of ambient seafood. Through the past few years, she has worked to revitalize and reposition the Ocean's, Gold Seal and Millionnaires brands and is working ensure that these brands deliver positive impact for our environment. Kelly Burling is the COO of Culinary Collective – part of the portfolio of businesses owned by Ocean Brands. Kelly is responsible for defining and executing a growth plan by identifying new market opportunities, streamlining the company's product portfolio, realigning sales strategy, and reducing costs. She also has oversight of vendor relations, customer management and contracts, product strategy, sales and marketing, and financials. They both join Justin to discuss launching brands in new markets!
At Coppa Cocktails they help bring people together in celebration of life, love and friends with the most delicious cocktails on the planet. Their irresistible range of ready-to-drink-cocktails is created together with award-winning mixologists. By challenging the conventions of how high-quality cocktails are served, Coppa Cocktails becomes the obvious choice for premium cocktails, made easy. Just pour your favorite Coppa Cocktails in your glass of choice over ice and enjoy! Jose Chao, President and CEO Americas, joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand.
Jelly Belly Candy Company is a seventh-generation family business, and the inspiration for Jelly Belly Sparkling Water came at a Mother's Day party where members of the family had gathered to celebrate. From there, five Jelly Belly Candy Company family members banded together to start Joffer Beverage Company, including three sixth-generation brothers – Justin, Ben, and Stephen Joffer – and two fifth-generation members, Andy and Becky Joffer (sister to Lisa Brasher, Jelly Belly Candy Company CEO). Jelly Belly launched with eight fresh and fun flavors: French Vanilla, Lemon Lime, Orange Sherbet, Piña Colada, Pink Grapefruit, Tangerine, Very Cherry and Watermelon. Each flavor has only two ingredients: carbonated water and natural flavors with zero sugar, zero calories and zero sweeteners. Stephen joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing beverage brand!
Inspired by their love of travel, adventure, and flavor from around the world. UNiTE Food bars are anything but basic. They are shaking up the run-of-the-mill bar aisle – uniting globally inspired flavors with wholesome, gluten-free ingredients and superfoods for a nourishing, snack. Founder and CEO Clara Paye joins Justin to discuss this booming, bold, and bright bar brand!
IZO is a collection of Mexican spirits handcrafted in Durango, Sonora and Tequila, Mexico. Their company was born out of a desire to bring their heritage and tradition, found in every bottle of IZO, according to traditional ancestral methods. Co-founder Gaston Martinez joins Justin to discuss this growing spirits brand.
At Recess, there are two paths to calm. Stress exists as both a feeling in our minds and a physiological response in our bodies. That’s why they made Recess: two distinct paths to a single destination. Recess balancing CBD blend and Mood mood-lifting magnesium blend. Founder and CEO Ben Witte joins Justin to discuss this growing beverage brand!
Variety is the spice of life. Try Theo’s salty, smokey, and sweet plant-based (aka Beet) jerky! Co-founders Theo Mourad and Aaron Brodkey join Justin to discuss this new jerky brand!
Francesca Hahn is Vice President, U.S. Digital Commerce and Direct to Consumer for Mondelēz International, a global company leading the future of snacking with 2021 net revenues of approximately $29 billion. Mondelēz International makes and sells primarily snacks, with iconic global and local brands such as OREO, Ritz, belVita, Cadbury and Toblerone chocolate, Sour Patch Kids candy, Trident gum, and HALLS. Francesca has been a global leader in Sales Transformation and Customer Leadership roles for more than twenty years. She partners to drive business results by leading multi-functional teams and managing change in fast-paced environments. And today, she joins Justin to discuss ecommerce, direct-to-consumer, the industry and more!
obVus brings solutions to help you work, live and achieve great posture everywhere. From ergonomic products like their laptop tower stand, Bluetooth folding keyboard, and posture chair to their new ergonomic desk, obVus is innovating. Founder and CEO Ken Rosenblood joins Justin to discuss this innovative brand!
Solely was founded as a way to help kids in the community gain easy access to fresh fruit. Solely noticed that for many children, fresh fruit was scarce and kids were loading up on cheap processed foods at home and in school. The idea was simple: create a real fruit bite with the fewest possible ingredients to replace sugar filled, highly processed snacks. It needed to retain the nutritional benefits of whole fresh fruit, but without added sugar, additives, preservatives or chemicals. CEO Simon Sacal joins Justin to discuss this leading fruit snack brand!
Junkless Foods makes chewy granola bars that moms approve and kids love! Made with simple and real ingredients, such as wildflower honey, whole grain rolled oats, dark chocolate chips, molasses, and other wholesome ingredients, all JUNKLESS chewy granola bars have less sugar than half a medium-sized banana. And the best news yet? With the small business’ recent increase in distribution to all Walmart stores nationwide, these better-for-you, great tasting snack bars are sure to be available at a store near you. Founder and CEO Ernie Pang joins Justin to discuss this booming bar brand!
Nationally recognized Chef and Restaurant owner K.C. (Kristopher) Gulbro’s passion for food came at an early age, working in the restaurant industry since he was sixteen and holding every position from dishwasher to line cook. After years of mastering his skills in the restaurant and hospitality industry, K.C. and his father Curt, opened the doors to FoxFire restaurant in 2003. Being in business for over 18 years, the FoxFire family prides itself on investing in their employees and community, while being able to adapt and persevere through difficult times. In April of 2021, despite the previous year’s closures and lockdowns, K.C. and his award winning team persisted and opened his second venture, Copper Fox, a pub and banquet hall. Gulbro continues to incorporate his own style, creating unique savory dishes, and offering an exceptional dine-in experience. K.C. joins Justin to discuss the restaurant business and building a brand!
Eating without restrictions should be the norm! Growing up with food allergies and limitations Patrick Manning knows how challenging this can be. As an active person, he was trying to find protein bars and snacks that worked with his allergies. He realized there was a lack of solid nutritional protein bars on the market that he could eat. After a full year and a half of making protein bars in his kitchen, altering, changing ingredients and formulation, he finally created a top 8 allergy friendly protein bar that can be enjoyed by anyone around the world. Patrick joins Justin to discuss this new bar brand!
Meet Siwen Deng (CTO) and Jessica Schwabach (CEO). Siwen grew up in a rural agricultural town, where she got her passion for food safety and the environment. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Plant Science and Pathology and recently completed her PhD in Plant and Microbial Biology at UC Berkeley. Jessica holds a bachelor’s degree in Molecular and Cell Biology from UC Berkeley. She loves scientific exploration. For her, creating healthy, innovative meat alternatives and food systems that sustainably meet protein demands is a dream come true. And together, they launched Sundial Foods! Jessica joins Justin to discuss the plant-based meat industry and their innovative product!
Simply Delish’s mission is to create delicious, healthy, desserts that can be enjoyed every day, everywhere by everyone. Simply Delish is dedicated to creating a global brand that stands for healthy desserts, excellent customer service, and is distributed through retail, direct to consumer, foodservice, and other channels of distribution worldwide. They are committed to building a strong global community with their customers, their partners and their employees to bring the healthiest most delicious dessert to the world. CEO and founder Martin Pamensky joins Justin to discuss this “delicious” brand!
Real life isn’t a stock photo… so maybe we're not all enjoying Sip Herbals on a deck, looking over a lake, with a dog at our feet. In fact, maybe we’re grabbing a thermos to take to the office, or sneaking it in between feeding kids and cats. Maybe we’re enjoying a mid-afternoon break, getting up from our desk to enjoy the process of brewing a cup. Or maybe we’re guzzling it down in the car. Doesn’t matter. All the ways we loved our coffee, we now love our Sip Herbals. Co-founder Orleatha Smith joins Justin to discuss this coffee brand!
Petaluma offers dog food made from plants to provide complete nutrition with a smaller environmental footprint. Their food is veterinarian-designed and made with sustainable ingredients to provide the best care for both your dog and the planet. Co-founder Garrett Wymore joins Justin to discuss this growing pet food brand!
BeeFree evolved from Jennifer Wiese’s desire to bake tasty gluten and dairy free treats for her son. Treats that would help with his autism and would allow him the pleasure of being a kid. Navigating the world without gluten/dairy is no easy task. So, with the help of her mother (aka Queen Bee) she set to work converting their favorite recipes. Once a recipe passed the discriminating tastes of a house full of teenage boys, she knew they had a winner. Jennifer joins Justin to discuss her Warrior Mix!
Ronda Brittian was raised in a very entrepreneurial, food centered home. Her father, Ron, a true visionary who combined his love of cooking with an engaging spirit, and her mother, Carol, the loving backbone of the home along with Grandparents, who brought their rich traditions of Mexico from one side and true Southern Homestyle Cooking from the other, helped plant the seeds of culinary creativity in her younger years. Their products can be purchased on their website www.rondasfinefoods.com , on Amazon.com, or 500+ retails outlets in 43 states. Ronda joins Justin to discuss launching Ronda’s Fine Foods!
In 2002, David Parker founded Benchmark Wine Group after having a successful history of high-tech ventures. With a unique blend of talents, plus wine and high-tech industry contacts, he has succeeded in bridging the gap between high-quality wine producers and well-informed fine wine collectors and connoisseurs. An avid wine collector, David has been involved in the wine industry since 1987 owning commercial vineyards in Geyserville, California and in the Eola Hills of Oregon. David joins Justin to discuss this leading wine marketplace brand!
From growing up on an Iowa farm to spending decades in corporate America, Eileen Gannon has always had a passion for baking, winning over 600 culinary awards. Now, she’s putting all her best-kept secrets into Sunday Night Foods to share her delectable sauces and recipes. Eileen joins Justin to share the secrets behind her new delicious brand!
People have used seaweed for food and medicinal purposes for millennia. Many scientists even believe our evolution from primitive ancestor to modern homo sapien wouldn’t have been possible without seaweed’s micronutrients (iodine, zinc) and fatty acids which enabled human cognitive development. And a growing body of research shows that in regions with seaweed-heavy diets, people live longer, healthier lives. Founder and CEO Sachi Singh joins Justin to discuss this “growing” brand!
Buoy doesn’t use ingredients linked to inflammation and disease like sugar, stevia, dextrose, natural flavors and artificial dyes and oils – even if they're organic. They made Buoy purposefully unsweetened and unflavored with just the essential minerals and nutrients needed to replenish, restore and refresh. Co-founder and CMO Eddie Zelenak joins Justin to discuss this booming drops brand.
The Run-A-Ton Group, Inc. family of brands was founded by Doon Wintz’ father, Bob Wintz, in 1972 as a conventional baked goods company. In 1978 he pioneered the concept of bringing natural foods to Northeast supermarket consumers. By the early ‘90’s they were thinking about how to merge their passion for baked and natural foods to bring better-tasting options to the table. Believing that consumers shouldn’t have to sacrifice their taste standards for their ingredient standards, they launched Wholly Wholesome in 1996. Since then, the business has grown along with their lines of products. Doon joins Justin to discuss this leading food brand!
Made in small batches and handcrafted in copper kettles, Blissfully Better's Almond Toffee, Crunchy Quinoa Toffee, Caramel, Coconut, and Mint Thins are the perfect indulgence. Certified Organic and sweetened only with low glycemic coconut nectar, our confections are Blissfully Better for you and your taste buds! Shop today on the Blissfully Better site with this code to save 20%: PodcastJH20. Founder Bonnie Boroian joins Justin to discuss this growing food brand.
Adam Albrecht, Founder & CEO of The Weaponry, an advertising and ideas agency, offers a broad range of useful ways to become a better professional and human through bite-sized stories of his own learnings. By reading the 80 pieces of wisdom (plus a bonus!) in this delightful book, you’ll gain perspective-altering ideas, gather thought-provoking suggestions for life and work, acquire reliable techniques for personal growth, take steps toward self-improvement by asking questions like “why not me?”, remember why and how to engage in positive thinking, engage the power of useful habits like blocking your time and exercising regularly, set your alarm a little earlier in the morning and go to bed a little earlier at night, and have the confidence and resources to see your goals through to their best outcomes. Adam joins Justin to discuss a wide range of purpose-built topics!
Podcast special - 20% off with code Contender20 at checkout on freshvictor.com! Fresh Victor is a line of premium mixers for consistently delicious and efficient cocktails – and mocktails too! Fresh Victor is here to let you put down the citrus press and get back to the party. These mixers are elegantly balanced to perfectly incorporate everything from your favorite spirit, beer or wine to seltzer, tonic or tea for a kicking mocktail. Drink up! Founder and CEO Ken MacKenzie joins Justin to discuss this mixer brand!
Since 1987, Jennifer Maxwell has been powering the fitness world with energy bars. Maxwell, who founded PowerBar with her late husband, Brian Maxwell, sold the company in 2000 to Nestle. When her husband passed away suddenly in 2004, she took some time to heal and to raise her six children, but soon set about crafting an energy bar for a new generation. Headquartered in San Rafael not far from Maxwell’s home in Ross, JAMBAR, whose name is inspired by Maxwell’s passion for music, makes organic, naturally sweetened energy bars crafted with high-quality protein and fiber. Jennifer joins Justin to discuss this new bar brand!
Gena and Davis Knox were young, eager and in love when they started their entrepreneurial journey together from their garage nearly 20 years ago. From her love of cooking and reading culinary magazines, Gena discovered the age-old method of using planks to grill fish. Intrigued, they had to try it. ‘Cedar planking’ salmon just sounded like the perfect dinner date! Fast forward to now, they think back on how that simple culinary pleasure sparked a passion to help others discover that same joy. Over the last two decades, they have taken an innovative yet simplistic approach in creating products to help share the culinary joy fire brings to flavor. From the original cedar planks to their charcoal to their seasonings and portable HERO grill, all natural and well-sourced materials are at their core. Davis joins Justin to discuss this hot brand!
Robbie Shoults is the third-generation owner of the Shoults family business, Bear Creek Smokehouse in Marshall, Texas. His ingenious ideas keep the 79-year-old business evolving. Robbie’s leap of faith in 2018 to build the General Store, has put Bear Creek Smokehouse on the map. Robbie is known for his ever-emerging, compelling projects that hold the attention of both employees and customers. Robbie joins Justin to discuss this nationwide food brand!
The Spirit of Bermondsey’s mission is to improve the world’s wellbeing by serving up great tasting, lower-alcohol spirits that are better for your mind, body and soul. A new approach to enjoying the night, without sacrificing the morning. Brad Crompton joins Justin to discuss this new UK-based spirits brand.
Meet the home-adventure kit that’s taking every kid to the farthest reaches of their imaginations. Fort. Rocketship. Treehouse. Boat. Figgy is anything and everything. Figgy co-founder Rachel Neill joins Justin to discuss this fun and growing kids brand!
PillowScript founder, Dihandria Bright had recently taken a MasterClass of Sara Blakely, the founder and inventor of Spanx. In her MasterClass, she mentioned keeping a notebook near your bed to write down any big business ideas as they materialized. So one night in September of 2019, the vision of PillowScript came to her and thus, a company and product were born. Dihandria joins Justin to discuss her new and growing business.
Anouck Gotlib is the CEO of Belgian Boys, a woman-owned sweet treats and snack brand on a mission to turn up the happy one sweet moment at a time. Belgian Boys offers a delicious assortment of breakfasts, sweet treats, and desserts, including stroopwafels, crepes, pancakes, and cookies. Anouck joins Justin to discuss this yummy brand!
Joanna Serra and Barbara Kent are sister owners of Birdy Boutique. They immigrated to the United States from Poland as children in 1988. Watching their mother perform hard physical work to put food on the table, they learned that hard work and determination can equal success. Education was of utmost importance and both sisters pursued college degrees and began conventional jobs immediately after graduation. When the career paths changed for both sisters, sewing projects for their own children quickly turned into a small business. They pushed forward with their ideas and now have a variety of children’s' items in unique designs and patterns you won't find elsewhere! They are booming online and in stores and they join Justin to discuss their growth story!
Yvette McGaffin is the CEO and co-founder of Reform RX, the world’s first digitally connected, commercial grade Pilates reformer. A former professional dancer, Yvette has taught Pilates and reformer Pilates for over 15 years. In 2015, she and her husband, Neal, opened their first boutique reformer Pilates studio in Belfast, Northern Ireland. They have been running studios for over six years but having tested every kind of Pilates reformer, Yvette wanted to design a more sleek and aesthetically pleasing reformer. It was along this process that they identified an opportunity to design the world’s first connected, commercial grade Pilates reformer. The Reform RX, or ‘RX’ as it’s commonly known, officially launched this year and is available to order in the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, the UK and Ireland. Yvette joins Justin to discuss growing a leading Pilates brand!
Nebula Snacks creates and produces delicious and healthy snacking options that won't weigh you down with the gravity of added sugars or artificial ingredients. Their snacks are both Better for Humans and Better for the Earth with zero sugar, vegan chocolates that are shipped directly to your door in eco-conscious packaging. Co-founder David Jacobowitz joins Justin to discuss this up-and-coming brand!
The Black Rain Pepper Mill has taken off in popularity and has quickly surpassed its $20,000 funding goal. This milestone means Black Rain is ahead of schedule and will deliver its precision pepper mill to backers this Fall. Black Rain is designed to quickly dispense fresh ground pepper with one hand, at the desired exact grind, every time. No cranking, adjusting, or tightening required. Black Rain was born when inventor, watchmaker, serial entrepreneur, gadget junkie, and pepper lover Jimmy Olmes was inspired to solve the 180-year-old problem of ineffective peppers mills. Jimmy joins Justin to discuss this evolving brand.
Better Choice Company, Inc. is a rapidly growing pet health and wellness company focused on providing pet products and services that help dogs and cats live healthier, happier and longer lives. They offer a broad portfolio of pet health and wellness products for dogs and cats sold under our Halo brand across multiple forms, including foods, treats, toppers, dental products, chews, and supplements. They have a demonstrated, multi-decade track record of success and are well positioned to benefit from the mainstream trends of growing pet humanization and consumer focus on health and wellness. Their products consist of kibble and canned dog and cat food, freeze-dried raw dog food and treats, vegan dog food and treats, oral care products and supplements. Halo’s core products are made with high-quality, thoughtfully sourced ingredients for natural, science-based nutrition. Each innovative recipe is formulated with leading veterinary and nutrition experts to deliver optimal health.
Whether you’re a surfer, athlete or mom and dad Keto Krisp is there for you when you need an extra pick me up to kick those afternoon carb cravings, a pre-workout snack at the gym, or even a keto-friendly snack to satisfy that sweet tooth. All without the added sugar alcohols, artificial sweeteners, cheap binders or fillers that are harsh on your digestive system. Their protein snacks are free of gluten, corn, soy and peanuts. CEO Matt Clifford joins Justin to discuss this high-flying brand! You CAN DO anything you set your mind to!
Proteus sets the new standard for branded in-store promotions. They offer smart displays as a service. Their sustainable smart solution is a welcome alternative to the cardboard consuming display typically found in retail stores. It is co-developed and backed by invested retailers and brands. Their promise is to drive increased ROI and improved operational insights using built-in sensors. Creator Bram van Schijndel Tromp joins Justin to discuss this new retail solution.
Wheyward Spirit’s founder and CEO, Emily Darchuk, forged her career as a food scientist in the natural food and dairy industry. While working with dairies she observed firsthand the problem of whey waste impacting small communities. What she saw made her motivated enough to do something about it. As a scientist Emily knew she could convert whey into alcohol. However, as a consumer who cares about flavor and the impact of her purchases, she wanted to make something unique for others, who like her, care about the origin of their food. The opportunity to give those who care a voice and influence both the dairy and spirit industry to work together to be more sustainable gave her the inspiration to launch Wheyward Spirit. Emily perfected our signature spirit through years of trials, carefully crafting the recipe while she mastered the distillation process hands on. Emily joins Justin to discuss this spirited brand!
As a teenager, Seattle native Billy Price suffered a spinal cord injury and became paralyzed from the chest down, losing the ability to move his fingers. Daily tasks became difficult, but using his creative mind and unyielding spirit, he never gave up. He continued on, facing life's challenges with tenacity and determination. Born out of a need, BILLY Footwear was founded on the principle of inclusion and perseverance. Along with co-founder Darin Donaldson, Billy strives to add value to the lives of others and make a measurable difference in the world, one foot at a time. Billy joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand!
Sean Castrina is the founder of The Weekend MBA, a serial entrepreneur, having started more than 20 companies over the last 20 years, and still seeks to launch a new venture annually. He is the author of 4 bestselling business books including 8 Unbreakable Rules for Business Startup Success, The Greatest Entrepreneur in the World, Developing The Entrepreneur Within and World’s Greatest Business Plan. He also hosts The 10 Minute Entrepreneur Podcast. Sean joins Justin to discuss the 8 Unbreakable Rules. (https://seancastrina.com/).
Entrepreneur, motivational leader, and internationally recognized public speaker Sterling Hawkins shows readers how to get comfortable with discomfort to create breakthrough results in life and business using his #NoMatterWhat system for transformative change.
Kimberly Carney is the Founder and CEO of FashWire and GlossWire. Kimberly holds 15+ years of experience of owning a multi-brand women’s and men’s specialty boutique in the contemporary fashion space. This experience gave her a unique brand perspective for selling products. Additionally, she holds 20+ years of experience in mobile and tech (formerly AT&T Wireless and DotCom companies). It’s the combination of tech and industry experience that gave her the technological and in-depth knowledge to launch FashWire and GlossWire. Over the years of an extraordinary entrepreneurial journey, Kimberly and her company have been bestowed with many honors and awards. Kimberly joins Justin to discuss how she is transforming Fashion and Beauty with her unique marketplace approach.
Experience Durant Vineyards estate-grown and crafted wines from the beautiful Dundee Hills Wine Tasting Room at Red Ridge Farms. Perched above the dramatic Willamette Valley, the Durant Vineyards features incredible views of Mt. Hood, Mt. Jefferson, and miles of diverse agricultural land. And while there, hit the Olive Mill too. Durant Olive Mill is the premier purveyor of Oregon milled Extra Virgin Olive Oil and home to the only Olioteca in the Pacific Northwest. Founded in 2008, Durant Olive Mill is home to 17 acres of olive trees and a state-of-the-art Italian mill. Paul Durant joins Justin to discuss this growing wine and olive oil brand!
Et Fille, which means “and daughter”, was co-founded in 2003 by father and daughter winemakers and is now in its second generation with daughter Jessica making elegantly complex wine inspired by her late father’s legacy and daughter’s future. They craft wines from sustainably farmed vineyards in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Jessica joins Justin to discuss this growing wine brand!
Barb, co-founded by Sheena Lister and Megan Andrews, creates hair styling products for women, non-binary and trans people, or anyone who expresses themselves through short hair (Aka: Barbs). Sheena and Megan have had short hair for 15+ years. Before Barb, they were faced with an industry where nearly all short hair products were made for and marketed to men. So in 2021, they launched Barb to provide products and community for those who have been under-represented and under-served in the traditional haircare space. Barb's core customers are ages 25 to 45, and the brand sells nationwide via thebarbshop.com. They also work with a growing number of wholesale partners in salons across the country. They joins Justin to discuss this stylish brand!
Eat G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R. creates foods that bring freedom and joy back to those on restorative diets. Their line of baking mixes is G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R! Co-founders Kerry Brown and Heather McDonough join Justin to introduce this new and growing brand.
Avoid Waste + Season Meaningfully = A.W.S.M. AWSM Sauce is the world's first guilt-free sauce brand - AWSM delivers the best sweet and savory condiment ingredients right to your door for a convenient and eco-conscious way to enjoy your favorite meals. At AWSM, they prioritize three things: Taste, Sustainability, and Satisfaction. With a keen focus on these key values, they have successfully revolutionized the food industry while cutting down on cumbersome kitchen clutter. Co-founders Paul Lehmann and Carl Starkey join Justin to discuss this “awesome” brand!
From beer importer to Shark Tank success story, Boost Oxygen CEO Rob Neuner hasn’t had the most traditional career path. After all, a “canned oxygen” business isn’t the easiest concept to explain to doubtful customers and retailers. But in a matter of 15 years, he and his unwavering staff have managed to turn an airy idea into the #1 most trusted brand of supplemental oxygen on the market. Rob joins Justin to discuss this differentiated brand.
EZMILK is a natural, filling trail mix for breastfeeding and nursing moms made with just five ingredients, including almonds, raisins, organic pumpkin seeds, organic watermelon seeds and fennel seeds to help support a mom on her breastfeeding journey. Nourishing and delicious, EZMILK is naturally free of gluten, grain, dairy, soy, added sugars and fenugreek. Founder Cynthia Nambiar joins Justin to discuss this new brand.
Flyers was born from a thirst to relish life without compromise - inspired by wanderlust thrill seekers, for those who desire the best. Tired of sacrificing days and mental wellbeing to dreaded hangovers, the Flyers guys took matters into their own hands (and mouths) to seek a better choice. A choice beyond the ties of alcohol - one that has lower calories, has more natural ingredients, still gives a sense of buzz while being crafted by world-class mixologists and, is completely hangover-proof. They have crafted Flyers to give the people what they want - a good time without any compromise. Co-founders Damon Gorrie and Craig (Lewie) Lewis join Justin to discuss this hot new beverage brand!
Bacon makes everything taste better. It is the ultimate food! But did you know there’s a way to enjoy the taste of bacon that actually makes it even ultimate-er? TBJ Gourmet Bacon Jam is made with real bacon, brown sugar, and caramelized onions to create a delicious spread, dip, and marinade all in one. Each jar is full of enough sweet ‘n’ savory flavor to transform even the simplest snack into a feast that’ll have you coming back for seconds! Co-founder Mike Oraschewsky joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand!
Stewart’s Enterprises (SEI) is an alcohol beverage business based in the United States. SEI successfully launched Stewart’s Spiked Seltzer in February 2021. Under a global license, SEI also launched Hard Rock Seltzers in July 2021 and Hard Rock Read-to-Drink (RTD) cocktails in December 2021. SEI also holds the exclusive license to distribute the post-social replenishment drink, Bounce Back, in the United States. Tony Gaines, CEO of Stewart’s Enterprises, Inc. joins Justin to discuss this hot beverage brand!
Giannuzzi Lewendon plays an active role over the life span of a consumer product company, from the beginning of an idea to growing the company to a successful exit, and beyond. Their team has served as counsel to a vast array of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and founders in the food, beverage, lifestyle, beauty, and wellness sectors, helping them clear day-to-day hurdles and navigate opportunities towards an acquisition. In addition to this expertise, their long-established relationships with investors, manufacturers, brokers, co-packers, distributors, service providers, and other consultants and advisors makes Giannuzzi Lewendon a value-added legal practice. Partner Ryan Lewendon joins Justin to discuss this industry leader.
As the Founder & Chief Formulator of JBK Wellness Labs, Dr. Jenelle Kim continues to preserve the medical history of her family, and further her love of medicine and her understanding of the human mind and body. Dr. Kim completed extensive training in East Asia under some of the most respected doctors in the field of Oriental Medicine and is the custodian of her family’s proprietary Bi Bong formulas. Jenelle joins Justin to discuss JBK, her work in meditation and more.
Ayr Wellness serves customers best by learning who they are, why they use cannabis, and what we they do to elevate their experience through products and services. This deeper understanding gives way to invaluable insight and drives product innovation, a unique approach to retail, and better relationships in the communities they serve. Chairman and CEO Jon Sandelman joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing cannabis products brand.
David Perry is the CEO of Carro, an e-Commerce partnership network used by over 30K Shopify brands. David leapfrogged industries from video games to e-Commerce in 2017 after Sony PlayStation acquired his previous company Gaikai for $380 million. Currently, David helps brands gain attention, sales, and new customers by partnering with other brands in the Shopify network. David joins Justin to discuss this hot commerce brand.
Few mortals can resist the devastating temptation of Bon Dévil's wickedly delicious coconut-based desserts. Born from the deepest darkest desires of grocery consumers, Bon Dévil comes in four different flavors and is 100% plant-based, gluten free, no evil GMO's, under 120 calories and sin free. Pure pleasure without the guilt, find Bon Dévil in major US Natural, Conventional and Mass Grocers. Founder James Averdieck joins Justin to discuss this devilishly delicious dessert brand!
Seth Goldman is the Co-founder of Eat the Change®, a brand that empowers consumers to make dietary choices aligned with their concerns around climate and health. Eat the Change® recently launched a line of organic mushroom jerky as part of this mission. Seth is also the Co-founder of PLNT Burger, a plant-based quick serve restaurant that offers delicious burgers, sandwiches, fries and soft-serve. After co-founding Honest Tea, and leading it to global scale, Seth concluded his role with the Coca-Cola Company at the end of 2019. He continues in his role as Chairman of the Board of Beyond Meat, having stepped down as Executive Chair in February 2020. Seth joins Justin to discuss innovation and entrepreneurship.
Seth Goldman is the Co-founder of Eat the Change®, a brand that empowers consumers to make dietary choices aligned with their concerns around climate and health. Eat the Change® recently launched a line of organic mushroom jerky as part of this mission. Seth is also the Co-founder of PLNT Burger, a plant-based quick serve restaurant that offers delicious burgers, sandwiches, fries and soft-serve. After co-founding Honest Tea, and leading it to global scale, Seth concluded his role with the Coca-Cola Company at the end of 2019. He continues in his role as Chairman of the Board of Beyond Meat, having stepped down as Executive Chair in February 2020. Seth joins Justin to discuss innovation and entrepreneurship.
Byzzer helps small CPG manufacturers pinpoint exactly what to do to sell more - without an army of analysts or huge budgets. With Byzzer’s retail analytics platform, you can easily access, visualize, and extract actionable business insights powered by NielsenIQ data. Andrew Criezis, US SMB GM, joins Justin to discuss this industry-leading analytics platform.
Born in Cypress Hall, a small town high atop the Red Hills of Kingston, Jamaica, Kamaal Jarrett, the Founder of Hillside Harvest, was taught to appreciate the simple things in life. Later, when his parents were deciding where in the United States to establish roots, they settled on Milton, Massachusetts, a small town nestled between Boston and the Great Blue Hill mountain range. Growing-up, Kamaal showed an inherent love for food; watching endless hours of PBS cooking shows and spending the summer hours with his Aunt Elaine in her Egleston Square bakery and Caribbean restaurant. And thus, Hillside Harvest was born. Kamaal joins Justin to discuss this delicious sauce brand.
Victor Garcia was born in Jalisco, Mexico and he loved Mexican drinks, treats and flavors that were on every block. He moved to the US and followed a traditional career path, attending UT Dallas and getting a job in accounting. And then…decided that he wanted to do something he loved and hence Sol Dias was born. Sol Dias makes authentic Mexican ice cream and more. Victor joins Justin to discuss this delicious growing brand.
ALOHA is here to provide you with absolutely delicious, ridiculously high-quality foods and drinks. They choose to be a fully plant-based, vegan brand because it means they can share real, sustainable, nourishing food with…pretty much everyone. So if you’re vegan? Welcome. If you’re a carnivore? You’re also welcome. Because delicious, nutritious food is something we can all agree on! CEO Brad Charron joins Justin to discuss this high-flying brand! ALOHA!
Fred Hart is a Partner and Creative Director at Interact, a world class branding and packaging design firm that specializes in consumer product goods. Their clients include FitVine, Boulder Canyon Chips, Fat Snax and Monster Energy. With over 20+ years in the creative space, Fred has become the go-to expert on helping brands differentiate themselves on shelves. Fred joins Justin to discuss all-thing product and package design and innovation.
Global Wired Advisors is a leading Digital Investment Bank focused on optimizing the business sale process. Their approach combines decades of merger and acquisition experience with online and e-commerce expertise to increase the transactional value of your greatest asset. Managing Partner Chris Shipferling joins Justin to discuss ecommerce and how GWA is helping accelerate brand growth.
Frost Buddy manufactures the world’s first universal can cooler. Their patent pending design fits 12oz cans, slim cans, bottles, & 16oz cans all in one. In their first year in business, they were able to sell nearly 1M units, launch in Bucees, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and expand their product line as well as launch in Canada and Australia. They have built one of the fastest growing drinkware brands in the world and their goal is to make Frost Buddy into one of the largest global drinkware brands in the world. They have 200K+ Tik Tok followers, 400K+ subscribers, and 30K Instagram & Facebook followers. Founder Brock Mammoser joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand!
Ashley Dudarenok is a China watcher, 3-time Amazon bestselling author, global keynote speaker, vlogger, podcaster, trainer, media contributor and female leadership advocate. She’s the founder of Chinese social media agency Alarice and your Business School for China, training company ChoZan. She’s also the creator of the FIRE🔥 (Find Your Inner Road to Empowerment) personal development course which was designed with women in mind. Ashley joins Justin to discuss ecommerce strategy in China.
The inspiration for Canviiy was born when its founder, Sherrel Sampson experienced an unbearable itchy scalp that would not go away. After trying disappointing market products, this sparked the desire to formulate botanical-based scalp care products that address the root of the problem for millions of people. That wish became a passion, and that passion became a purpose for the Canviiy team, to craft a one-of-a-kind formulation to calm scalp irritation. With a team of organic experts and a strong desire for a perfect product, Canviiy pioneered the ScalpBliss™ Collection, proven to offer the most long-lasting (hours to days) organic-based scalp irritation solutions on the market today. Sherrel joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand.
In 2007, mattress craftsman, Tim Masters, launched an all-natural, organic line of mattresses called My Green Mattress when his daughter, Emily, was diagnosed with eczema and allergies. Masters created a hypoallergenic crib mattress made with organic materials for her, and soon after he developed MyGreenMattress.com where customers across the country can purchase safe, healthy and affordable mattresses for the entire family. Tim joins Justin to discuss his growing mattress brand!
Sun & Swell has always been a company that stands for quality, organic, whole food that is free from heavy processing and harmful ingredients like preservatives, added sugars, and other chemical additives. Their journey started with a desire to make it easier for people to eat whole, real food - but it didn't stop there. They have always wanted to be more than just a food company. That led them to formalize their commitment to making the lives of their employees, community, and customers better by becoming a certified B-Corp and joining 1% for The Planet in 2017. But everything completely changed for them the day they discovered compostable packaging. Co-Founder and CEO Kate Flynn joins Justin to discuss this new food brand!
DE-NADA was born from an epic journey that saw Adam Millman and Daniel Neeson venture from the streets of New Orleans to the Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico in search of the finest tequila. In a field of blue agave, a family of 5th generation distillers gifted them the perfect drop and they couldn’t wait to share it. Introducing DE-NADA’s Blanco and Reposado — ideal for cocktails or sipping straight. Split a bottle, then another! Adam and Daniel join Justin to discuss this new fast-growing alco-bev brand!
At Soul Insole, they design unique, high quality, affordable solutions for foot health. Foot pain can be debilitating & can impede our ability to work & to do the things that we love. The feet support the entire body. Soul Insole helps to provide the most innovative, effective solutions to support the feet and help people to get back their quality of life. Their unique insoles fit into dress shoes, sandals, and athletic shoes! Founder and CEO Laina Gossman joins Justin to discuss this innovative brand!
Underground Cellar is a leading wine e-commerce company that is changing the way wine is bought and sold in the $70B consumer US wine market through ‘gamification’. They provide a unique and exciting experience that gives wine buyers a great value by using upgrades instead of discounts. Wine sellers love Underground Cellar as it allows them to quickly sell bottles while protecting their brand. Founder and CEO Jeffrey Shaw joins Justin to discuss this unique, growth ecommerce wine brand! Use code CAST to get $100 off your first order of $150!
How many times has glue let us down? Fingers stuck together, broken toys that we just can’t fix, having to throw out our stuff because gluing it only made it worse. Not to mention just when we need glue most, we discover our 3-month-old bottle is as dry as the Sahara Desert on a hot day. Bondic® is the only product that works where glue fails. It’s liquid plastic that only hardens when you need it to. YES it stays liquid and won’t dry out like those crazy glues on the market today. Bondic® is a very simple 4-step process (clean, fill, cure and shape) to fix almost anything, saving countless precious items from ending up in the trash before their time. Robert Harbauer joins Justin to discuss this “sticky” growth brand!
Downward Dog Wine is custom blended to perfection using grapes grown in some of the most prestigious valleys wine country has to offer. It’s their mission to create great tasting wines by focusing on single varietal options as well as beautiful fun loving blends. Enjoy their bold flavors and subtle twists on tradition. From wine snobs to sweet seekers, they have something for everyone. Discover your new favorite boxed wine today! Founder and CEO Betsy Hendershot joins Justin to discuss this new wine brand!
Kokada is the original coconut spread made from the perfect ingredients that are found in nature. Vegan, nut free, and free of refined sugars, Kokada is about to be your new best snacking friend! Co-founder and CEO Breanna Atkinson joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing and delicious new brand!
Know Yourself is dedicated to making anatomy as fundamental as the ABCs and 123s. Understanding how anatomy, physiology, and psychology are inextricably connected is essential information that helps children excel in sports, school, and socially. Know Yourself combines vetted scientific material with art and storytelling to create a series of captivating workbooks that encourage them to take control of their health and wellness. Co-founder Nancy Howes Justin to discuss this education brand.
TSUMo is a cannabis-infused savory snack brand, bringing you a unique and elevated snacking experience by infusing nostalgic snacks with premium THC. Forget about the super sweet edibles you’re used to, and dive into the future with flavors such as Classic Cheese Puffs, Zesty Ranch, or Salsa Verde Mini Tortilla Rounds. CEO and Co-Founder Caroline Yeh joins Justin to discuss this new cannabis snack brand!
Kevin’s Natural Foods mission is to empower even the busiest people to eat clean without sacrificing flavor. Food gives us the fuel we need to do the things we want with the people we love. Food can also help you feel good when you’re feeling less than average. That’s how Kevin discovered his joy for food. Clean eating is what our bodies were designed to thrive on. But clean eating has had a bad rap. It seems you have to pay for guilt-free meals with boring cuisine and a lack of flavor. Kevin made it his mission to change this and a company was born. Kevin joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing prepared meals, sauces and seasonings brand!
John’s Crazy Socks is a father-son venture inspired by co-founder John Lee Cronin, a young man with Down syndrome. John’s affinity for crazy socks paired with his love of making people smile made their mission clear: they want to spread happiness. John and co-founder / dad Mark join Justin to discuss this “crazy” fun brand!
From one dog owner to another, Frankie & Paisley understands stinky, itchy pups and strives to make our furry friends as comfortable as possible. Whether it comes from allergies and other skin conditions, or just good-ole regular dog odor, Frankie & Paisley have it covered. Brian Hallowaty joins Justin to discuss this new pet brand!
HugePOD brings customized fashion to your doorstep. HugePOD brings a new print-on-demand experience that doesn't require any know-how about cutting and stitching. They have developed a strong and flexible supply chain that is able to meet the unique needs of various customers, and offer samples to check the products before bulk order, offer various embroidery and printing techniques, covering flock and 3d puff embroidery, silk-screen print, direct-to-garment (DTG), reflective / holographic / foil special materials prints. Founder and CEO Joe Zhou joins Justin to discuss this unique and globally growing brand!
When GreenPod Coffee Packing failed to find a good compostable coffee pod solution on the market, they decided to create one! And they wanted to bring a solution to other small roasters having the same issue – the first such technology in the U.S. that brings accessibility to small roasters. GreenPod brings a completely compostable coffee pod made with zero plastics, packed for perfect extraction and freshness. Co-founders Gary and Julie Kratzer join Justin to discuss this new coffee brand.
Eat Good. Do Good. Simek’s creates feel-good food. Comfort food that makes you feel loved while helping your community and continuing to do all the things you tackle each day. Mealtime matters, but sometimes life can get in the way. As a busy mom, running a second-generation family business, Lindsey Hickey knows spending long hours in the kitchen is not always realistic. Simek’s wants you to always have convenient foods, crafted with quality ingredients and homemade taste, that also help the community you work hard in every day. Lindsey joins Justin to discuss this growing food brand!
Say hi to your go-to toast topper, smoothie swirler, eat-it-on-a-spoon-er, instant pantry staple. A dependable and delicious nut butter made from the best ingredients we can get our hands on. Founder and CEO Rachel Klein joins Justin to discuss this exciting new food brand!
Jen Morales and Jason Stitt are longtime friends and former law partners with a shared passion for cocktails. Their big idea was to bring the craft and taste of a top-notch cocktail experience, easily and simply, into our homes. Initially they experimented freezing into ice cubes all the ingredients that Jason used for his crowd-pleasing watermelon margaritas. Jen then put her Harvard education to novel use, envisioning a kaleidoscope of cubes that could be the building blocks for any imaginable cocktail. More to the story as you will hear in today’s episode as they both join Justin to discuss this exciting new frozen beverage brand!
Natalie Plain is the CEO/Founder of Billion Dollar Beauty, a company she started 18 years ago out of her one-bedroom Los Angeles apartment using credits cards and a whole lot of tenacity. Today BDB is a multi-million-dollar global company that continues to expand and invests in innovation to make its products sustainable, environmentally safe, and cost-friendly. Equally as crucial to Natalie is her time mentoring future entrepreneurs and sharing her journey with other female leaders, encouraging them to continue to dare to achieve. Natalie joins Justin to discuss this “billion-dollar brand!”
Decisions...decisions...decisions. Get started with Icon Meals weekly menu, build your custom meals, save time with their pre-made boxes, dive into a la carte options, or load up on their famous protein snacks and seasonings. Each meal is plated in a 100% recyclable, microwave-safe food container and delivered in a recyclable corrugated box containing a special environmentally safe thermal liner. Founder Todd Abrams joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing meal delivery brand!
African Dream Foods mission is to provide natural, wholesome and delicious sauces, foods and spices to the world while giving back to nature and wildlife conservation. Founder and CEO David Schmunk joins Justin to discuss this “hot” new brand!
EQUIPT began with the desire to bring more movement into life. Time is the number one impediment to working out. By making products that encourage movement EQUIPT hopes you start to add those leg lifts, open up the chest with your Ubarre, and realize that movement is life. Not just the gym. Not just the studio. But life. They began as a Ubarre, one product fusing functionality with design and now are proud to be in hotels and studios around the world, launching their first uber comfortable (and moveable!) elevated athleisure line, and custom ballet barres. Founder and CEO Kodi Berg joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing fitness brand!
Blue Standard & BetterBone are a consumer goods manufacturer and proud leaders in the charge to make closed-loop & sustainable manufacturing the norm, not the exception. Each day they strive to create safer, circular, and more sustainable alternatives to pet products and everyday consumer products. Betterbone is the only dog chew toy that is better for your dog and the planet. All-natural, nylon-free, non-splintering, dental cleaning design, sustainable materials, and absolutely no artificial flavors, colors, or chemicals. Co-founder Preston Craft joins Justin to discuss this new pet brand! Buy here - https://thebetterbone.com/
Resident Home believes that your living space shouldn’t just look good, it should feel good. That’s why they created a house of brands that focuses on quality materials, timeless style, and most importantly, comfort. Head of Direct-to-Consumer Steve Ryan joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing home brand!
A meal that the Soom Foods family enjoyed in a town tucked against the Mediterranean Sea confirmed that the secret to bringing people together over good food could be a piece of cake. Literally! The ingredient that made the delicious difference in the dessert they shared that night was tahini. In the states, they felt that we had nothing close to the flavor found overseas. Eventually, they learned the magic lay in the Ethiopian sesame seeds used for ages to make the world’s best tahini. So Soom Foods crafted the blend that could bring that taste home. Co-founder Amy Zitelman joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing food brand!
Fat is no longer a bad word…once upon a time, healthy fats were replaced with fake fats. Suddenly, fat became bad and our health suffered. Not when its good fat…our bodies crave good fats such as Omega-3 and Omega-6 which are derived from plants. Walnuts are little bites of good fats with benefits…loaded with Omega-3, fiber and other goodies, walnuts provide 9 key health benefits plus cut cravings and boost heart and brain function. Snack Primal CEO Mike Garliepp joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing healthy snack brand!
Coffee equipment when you're camping, traveling or adventuring is terrible. Wildland Coffee exists so you can make tasty, easy and convenient coffee while enjoying the outdoors. Zach Frantz is a lifelong camper and got fed up with the french press when he was sitting in the middle of the woods and thought, "why not just put ground coffee into a tea bag?" As it turns out, that's an amazing idea. Wildland’s vision is to be the go-to coffee for everyone who loves the outdoors. Zach joins Justin to discuss this new upstart coffee brand!
Every Spring, Tea Drunk heads to the deepest mountains in China to eat, sleep and work alongside the heritage farmers to produce the world’s most prized teas. They walk an untrodden path to preserve a 2000-year old art that is the epic romance between man and nature. Tea Drunk’s unparalleled expertise allows them to commission and source teas that adhere to the rigorous standards set by a long heritage. It is their mission to bring the truly finest teas to the world. Through education and access, they aim to nurture a group of connoisseurs to sustain the height of tea that humans have achieved thus far in history. Founder and CEO Shunan Teng joins Justin to discuss tea and this growing brand.
In the words of Tony Daloisio, “This book is about you, the man you have become and the man you hope to become! It is about assessing your life, with your vision of a life-well-lived as the standard, the setting of aspirational goals in the movement toward that vision and charting a path to achieve that vision.” Tony joins Justin – for his second visit on the ContenderCast – to discuss his new book!
The best taste is plant based! Millet and sorghum are sustainable ancient grains that serve as pivotal ingredients for next-generation plant-based products. These ancient grains are used to replace resource-intensive dairy analogs such as soybeans, almonds, tree nuts, and oats. Through patented formulation, Mill It has crafted the first ever plant-based buttermilk and plant-based buttermilk dressings that match the taste, texture, and consistency of dairy, while being rich in micronutrients and hypoallergenic. Founder and CEO Bill Myers joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand!
What do you do when you want your Bloody Mary but can’t carry along all of the ingredients to mix the drink? You grab a MaryCan! Premium canned cocktails – cocktails on the go – are a fast-growing category and the team at Bar2Table is working hard to introduce your favorite cocktails, with great taste, the highest quality and in great packaging. Charlton Gronlund joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing alco-bev brand!
Siouxie Boshoff started making her own gummy bears a few years ago. Mainly because she loved the satisfying goodness that gummy bears provide but also, she has a long-term health condition called lipedema which has made it essential for her to control ingredients in her diet. Artificial and chemical ingredients are something she avoids in her diet (and environment) wherever possible, and she tries to stick to organic and non-gmo ingredients, preferably minimally processed. This is really why she started making her own gummy bears! Siouxie joins Justin to discuss this up-and-coming brand!
Bite started with two questions: Why does toothpaste come in plastic tubes and what exactly are we putting in our bodies when we brush our teeth? At the heart of Bite, they want to do better. That means asking each and every day, how we can improve. Whether it’s mindlessly tossing out an empty toothpaste tube or glossing over the ingredients list, small daily actions can shape the future of our planet. By uncovering how we can be better to ourselves and to the earth, we are one step closer to a healthier and plastic-free world. Founder Lindsay McCormick joins Justin to discuss this innovative plastic-free personal care brand!
Steven and Lena are husband and wife and life-long entrepreneurs. Steven is the visionary and marketer for Xero Shoes. He is a Masters All-American sprinter (one of the fastest men over the age of 50 in the US) and former All-American gymnast. He was also a professional stand-up comic, cognitive psychology researcher, and taught Tai Chi and Zen Archery. Steven is also the creator of Scriptware, the industry-standard word processor for film and TV writers. Lena is an avid hiker. In her previous life she created and sold a home mortgage company, and has managed the back-end of numerous companies. She’s the glue that keeps Xero Shoes from busting at the proverbial seams as it grows, taking care of all things logistical and numeric. Steven joins Justin to discuss launching and growing this innovative footwear brand!
Yet a new frontier of enormous opportunity to improve results is hidden in plain sight. According to a Fortune 500 study, as much as 80% of working time is lost to tiresome meetings, unclear expectations, difficult decisions and other wasteful delays. Overcoming the lack of clarity behind this waste - on both an individual and organizational basis - would reap huge rewards. In The Power of Clarity, Ann Latham exposes the unrecognized confusion and explains how to eliminate it. This fascinating guide to workplace productivity and effectiveness draws upon extensive research and case studies to demonstrate how you can get better results in far less time while also increasing confidence and commitment. Ann joins Justin to discuss her new book!
It was 2019 in San Francisco when Ian Monat, a sommelier by day and gigging bass player by night, began to imagine a great-tasting, better for you hemp-infused seltzer. He already found that hemp enhanced his live music performances. The clear, uplifting effects helped with mood, focus, and dexterity. But adding hemp tinctures to soda water tasted terrible, and the ready to drink hemp beverages on the market were loaded with sugar. Ian partnered with a professional chef as well as startup investor and avid CBD user Martín Guerrero to create a healthy, better tasting, hemp-infused beverage with all natural ingredients and a clean label. After months of mixing at the kitchen table, experimenting with dozens of flavor combinations and finding the right ingredient suppliers, the trio was triumphant and Rhythm Infused Seltzers were born. Ian joins Justin to discuss this new growth brand!
Each bag of Kazoo Tortilla Chips is made using 40% upcycled corn germ. This reduces their water footprint by at least 20 gallons per 11oz bag (compared to 100% new growth corn), without compromising on taste. And that’s awesome because sustainable food should taste great too! Founder Josh Death joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing snack food brand!
Everyone knows that cigarettes aren’t as popular as they once were. As more and more people became aware of the massive health risks involved in their continued use, the popularity of the once ubiquitous oral accessory has dwindled, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t still lots of smokers out there who know they should quit but don’t want to give up the allure of the cigarette altogether. There’s no shortage of gums, patches, and other products out in the market, but none of them are quite as cool as Oklahoma Smokes hemp flower cigarettes. Oklahoma Smokes are, as suggested by their name, actual cigarettes. But they don’t have any tobacco or nicotine, or in fact any additives of any kind. Instead, they’re filled with all-natural and indoor grown hemp flower, which is rich in CBD and provides as satisfying and smooth a smoke as you’ve ever enjoyed. Ashwinn Krishnaswamy joins Justin to discuss this new brand!
Tire Agent was founded by Jared Kugel, a tire industry veteran for more than a decade. He has tires in his blood, since his family owned tire distribution centers and retail stores. Jared saw how traditional tire stores stuck with the decades old customer purchasing and installing experience. He believed people should be educated about the tires they purchase, receive top notch care, and have it done at their convenience of their home, work or anywhere else. He realized that a technology driven business is how this dream would be accomplished. Today, consumers have a smooth e-commerce experience that translates to a full service on-site and friendly replacement experience. TireAgent is the internet’s largest selection of tires, rims and wheels, shipped anywhere in the continental U.S. for free. Jared joins Justin to discuss “driving” growth in a consumer direct tire company!
Hälsa Foods (Halsa means “health” in Swedish) is the manufacturer of oatmilk yogurt. It is one of the first plant-based oatgurt made from whole grain oats and the world’s first dairy-free yogurt without a single artificial ingredient. Co-founders Helena Lumme and Mika Manninen join Justin to share details on this fast-growing food brand!
Batteries Plus is the nation’s largest and fastest-growing battery, light bulb and smartphone/tablet repair franchise with a nationwide network of stores. With access to more than 60,000 types of batteries, light bulbs and accessories, they have the widest selection of battery and light bulb products available. Batteries Plus offers unmatched service to consumers, businesses and government entities at the national and local levels and delivers national brands at exceptional value. Scott Williams, CEO, joins Justin to discuss retail, ecommerce, consumer centricity, and more!
Starr Edwards is the charismatic entrepreneur behind San Diego’s Bitchin’ Sauce. A foodie at heart, she initially planned on pursuing a career as a personal chef. Then, with a young family to feed, she infused her fun, fresh flavors into a host of Bitchin’ Sauces. An immediate hit at the local farmers market, it wasn’t long before they made their way to grocery shelves. Today they are in Costco, Sprouts, Whole Foods, Kroger and many more retail stores. Starr joins Justin to discuss this bitchin’ brand!
Wan Kim was first introduced to Smoothie King while studying at Boston University before going on to earn his MBA at the University of California at Irvine. Wan became a huge fan of the concept and opened the first international Smoothie King location in South Korea in 2003. Within six years, Wan had opened 120 stores in South Korea and eventually grew brand awareness to 94 percent on the peninsula. Wan went on to purchase the entire Smoothie King company in 2012 with the fundamental goal of pushing the brand to rediscover and reinvigorate the foundational values that differentiate Smoothie King as the standalone pioneer in the quick-service restaurant segment focused on health and fitness. Wan joins Justin to discuss this high-growth brand!
In a quest to find a healthier alternative to traditional burgers, co-founder, Jason, quickly realized that the grocery aisles were full of imitation meats and veggie burgers but all were either highly processed, frozen, bland or loaded with preservatives. Not to mention they didn’t even look appetizing! He was determined to create a better option full of fresh farm-grown veggies and ingredients that were not only healthier, but filling, delicious and colorful. This was the spark that led to the creation of Actual Veggies and its line of chef-created, gourmet, ALL vegetable burgers - Just veggies, actually. Co-founders Jason Rosenbaum and Hailey Swartz join Justin to discuss this “actually” delicious new food brand.
The first and only spirits line distilled with pure organic cane sugar, that also meets all five official certifications including Vegan, Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Kosher, and USDA Organic – meet Drake’s Organic Spirits. For hard alcohol that’s not hard on the planet—or your palate, taste the difference organic spirits can make. Founder and CEO Mark Anderson joins Justin to share his incredible story of building a unique, high-growth spirits brand!
The texture of a proper Japanese drinking moment can be a beautiful balance of experiences. Aroma and flavor are a given, but temperature, feel, sight, and sound all play equally important roles in elevating the sip above a mere drink. This is life in high fidelity. Sip slowly. Sip Honkaku. Founder Christopher Pellegrini joins Justin to discuss this growing brand.
The city you call home. The neighborhood where you bought your first apartment. The street corner where you shared a first kiss. Terratorie’s maps are designed to honor local community, neighborhood spirit, and pride in all the places we make memories. Founder Torie Partridge joins Justin to discuss this unique, creative and fun growing business!
At Cleanyst, they combine industry experience with a passion for environmental sustainability and innovation. They developed a revolutionary platform that empowers you to easily mix your favorite cleaning and personal care products at home so you can reduce plastic waste and carbon emissions, save money and enjoy new and exciting options for product personalization. Co-founder Nick Gunia joins Justin to discuss this growing household cleaning brand!
Meet 4Front. They have combined proven large-scale cultivation and manufacturing leadership with long-standing retail, regulatory and strategic growth capabilities to create a cannabis company built for the long haul. 4Front currently owns, operates or manages cultivation and production facilities and retail facilities across five states with headquarters in Arizona. Their focus is on key markets where they can achieve operational efficiency at scale. Chief Investment Officer Andrew Thut joins Justin to discuss this leading Cannabis brand.
Edible spoons?! Yes. Incredible Eats is on a mission to reinvent the way we eat the food by replacing all plastic utensils with edible options. Founder Dinesh Tadepalli joins Justin to discuss this new fast-growing, game-changing sustainability brand.
The Vegan Knife was formed to help those who suffer from food allergies and enjoy a vegan lifestyle. After struggling with some health challenges and unable to eat gluten, dairy or shellfish any longer, Julie Butcher left her job in the corporate world and spent two years perfecting the recipes so the company could deliver a product that was truly “free from” the Top 8 allergens. All the delicious baking products are gluten free, wheat free, egg free, soy free, nut free, dairy free, and vegan. Julie believes that a great dessert can be made with clean, healthy, and high-quality ingredients without compromising flavor. Julie joins Justin to discuss this growing Vegan brand!
Wilde Brands is a new innovative snack company delivering complete whole food protein snacks made with lean meats, gluten-free grains, seeds and super fruits; all slow-baked to perfection with some Wilde herbs and spices. Wilde Brands could only ever have a wild founder, enter Jason Wright. He fell in love with chips early in his childhood, with a household mantra of “an open bag is an empty bag”. When he realized his favorite snack would not support his quest for a stronger and active lifestyle, he turned to making his own snacks, but nothing gave him the satisfaction like a good old fashioned potato chip. Thanks to his entrepreneurial spirit and never-give-up attitude, Jason’s bold idea took shape in his Boulder, CO kitchen: replace the potato with protein using “chicken breast.” Jason joins Justin to discuss this fun, delicious chip brand!
As founder Matt Cohen says, “We get it: we all have our favorite foods (we'd eat ‘em every day if we could). As parents who believe our families deserve the best, we created a version of kid classics that are as mouth-watering good as they are good for us all. How? By choosing the best ingredients for every recipe. Now that's what you call real mealtime goodness.” Matt joins Justin to discuss this delicious (and healthy) kids food brand!
Stryx was founded on a basic insight: Men seek to look handsome. Stryx began when a pimple nearly ruined a wedding. Every man has an experience from a first date, important meeting, or daily video call where a blemish can distract from their best performance. Somewhere along the way men’s faces got neglected. Left uncared for, the male face has become a hot spot for trouble: zits, redness, dark spots, oiliness, and more. So Stryx became the first company ever to conceive, from start to finish, what cosmetic and skincare products would be – if they were made for men. CMO and co-founder Jon Shanahan joins Justin to discuss this hot new brand!
Mother Nature knows best. That’s why she added a peel to fruit -- more vitamins, fiber and antioxidants have been shown to be present in the rind than any other part of the fruit. As nature's original packaging, rinds are prized for their various healthful properties. Keep it real, eat the peel! Founder and CEO Matt Weiss joins Justin to discuss this “a-peeling” brand!
Plant power to the people! Plants survive and thrive by releasing endogenous biochemicals that help them flourish under various circumstances, and many of those plant botanicals can help humans perform at their best, too. That’s why Zolt superdrinks are powered by plants (a whole entourage of ‘em) and optimized for performance. Each formulation of adaptogens, antioxidants and terpene botanicals is tailored to key areas of human function like sleep, immunity, energy, balance, and overall cognitive performance. Co-founders Doug Siegel and Ani Collum join Justin to discuss this “super” brand!
When Lin Jiang was a child in China, her mom would make black sesame cereal for her when she got home from school. The smooth, semi-sweet, toasty flavor made it one of her favorite foods. In China, black sesame cereal has been a staple food for hundreds of years because of its flavor and wellness benefits. As an adult, she began working and found herself reaching for unhealthy snacks often throughout the day. She needed something healthy and convenient that she could eat and kept coming back to the black sesame cereal that had been her favorite for so many years. However, products in Chinese supermarkets were high in sugar and calories. She decided to start making her own recipe from scratch for herself and her American friends. She saw this as an opportunity to bring black sesame cereal and the “food as medicine” concept to more people in the world. Lin joins Justin to discuss this new fast-growing brand!
A family company born behind a bar, the husband and wife team at Brothers Artisan Oil takes natural seriously. They're best known for their award-winning beard oil, a GQ and Esquire favorite, but their handcrafted line includes a plethora of products for the body and home. And every purchase does good--their "clean products for clean water" initiative has already funded one clean water project serving a community of 500 people! Co-founders Owen and Marie Shea join Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand!
When Diana Levy originally started Undercover Chocolate Co., her goal was to make decadent chocolate covered goodies for events, gifts and holidays. People would tell her how much they loved her chocolates, then take a little bite and try (as best they could) to resist over doing it. Diana loved the chocolates but what she really craved was the satisfaction of just enough, absolutely delicious, premium chocolate, over something healthy, light and naturally good for you. After two of her chocolate-obsessed daughters were diagnosed with celiac disease, she became determined to make this snackable treat gluten-free too. She experimented with many ingredients and ultimately discovered the perfect combination…Crispy Organic Quinoa with Just Enough Milk or Dark Chocolate. Diana joins Justin to discuss this delicious brand!
Biotricity is a modern medical technology company focused on delivering innovative, remote biometric monitoring solutions to the medical and consumer markets, including diagnostic and post-diagnostic solutions for chronic conditions and lifestyle improvement. Biotricity’s R&D continues to focus on the preventative healthcare market, with a vision of putting health management into the hands of the individual. Founder Dr. Waqaas Al-Siddiq joins Justin to discuss his life-saving consumer technology company.
At LEVO, they are passionate about discovering natural paths to wellness. Infusing at home, with fresh ingredients, unlocks a myriad of customizable recipes – from marinades to lip balm – that optimize the benefits of wholesome herbs. Their products empower you to choose each of your ingredients and give you the utmost control in what you consume. The process of herbal infusion has been utilized for centuries among some of the world’s earliest civilizations for cooking and medicinal practice. Today, it’s often found behind-the-scenes as the secret sauce of restaurant chefs and your favorite skincare brands. By extracting the components of the whole plant, the full spectrum of superior nutritional, therapeutic and medicinal benefits of infusions can be realized. Founder and CEO Chrissy Bellman joins Justin to discuss this growing brand!
Returnity believes there is a better way to ship goods. Single-use packaging is wasteful, expensive, and boring at best. Reusable shipping and delivery packaging can be more affordable, green, and exciting than your current single-use packaging, when integrated right. Returnity helps forward-thinking brands and retailers identify and build the closed-loop logistics systems needed for reusable packaging integration. CEO Mike Newman joins Justin to discuss this sustainability brand.
XRC Labs is an innovation accelerator for the next generation of disruptors in the retail technology and consumer goods sectors. Serial entrepreneur and investment partner Diana Melencio joins Justin to discuss industry trends, how to successfully launch and grow a consumer brand, and the venture capital approach at XRC Labs.
Born and raised in Michigan, Mike McFall began his journey with BIGGBY COFFEE as a minimum-wage barista at the original store in East Lansing in 1996. Over the span of 23 years, with business partner Bob Fish, he has helped create one of the great specialty coffee brands in America. Today Mike is co-CEO with Bob, and BIGGBY has over 250 stores open throughout the Midwest. The company is in high growth mode, selling tens of thousands of cups of coffee each day. Mike joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand!
Elyse Kaye could not find a sports bra that worked. It is an engineering challenge not a design flaw, so she brought in top female minds from NASA, shipping and packaging experts and the celebrity corset designer of Oprah Winfrey to bring her vision to life. She wanted a bra that was comfortable, breathable, wire-free, adjustable and did not make her feel like she was wearing a suit of armor. Bloom Bras are designed to distribute weight across the back for comfort and posture. Each cup features a patented cincher adjusting to your breast type because we are not all symmetrical. And, they cover from a 28C - 56L making them the most inclusive line on the market. Elyse joins Justin to discuss this bra brand!
The Greeks knew a thing or two about dessert. They do hold the record for one of the first desserts in history known as Loukoumades (loo-koo-MAH-thez). Winners of the 776 BC Olympic were awarded these Heavenly Puffs as their prize over gold medals. In our opinion, if you are going to honor the Gods like the Ancient Greeks did through the Olympic Games, this could very well be the best way to do it. Fried dough puffs, with tons of honey and cinnamon! Crunchy on the outside and fluffy and airy on the inside. Today, Heavenly Puffs are still just as popular in many cultures of the world and have evolved into heavenly dessert creations! You can find Heavenly Puffs with all kinds of unique toppings including chocolate, powdered sugar, nutella, caramel, white chocolate, churro, jelly donut or just create your own. Tammy Levent, Creator and Founder, joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand!
For over 35 years, Universal Diamond has solidified its legacy as one of the top national trusted engagement ring and diamond jewelry businesses. Universal is one of the most respected buyers and sellers of engagement rings, diamonds, diamond jewelry, loose diamonds and estate jewelry. Ronnie Agami, Owner of Universal Diamond, joins Justin to discuss the diamond industry, how to find the right diamond / diamond jeweler, and more.
The Single Origin Food Co was founded with a focus on ethically sourced products. They proudly support small farmers with their sustainable practices. They deliver right from the source, allowing for maximum transparency between farmer and consumer. Sofco works with growers who don’t have a mainstream route to sell their produce and create a way for them to share their commodity with the world. They visit farms around the world to ensure they meet a criteria of quality. Once satisfied, they negotiate directly with them to bring their produce straight from farm to shelf. Where its grown, how its processed and when it's shipped all greatly affect the end result. CEO Belal El-Banna joins Justin to discuss this growing food brand!
When two of ROAM’s founders were building the TUMI brand, they were propelled by a desire to create the best luggage in the world. That quest for the extraordinary has always been their driver. They looked around and saw a sea of identical black luggage that didn't feel that exciting. They wanted to express their individuality in everything including how they travel. So, they created ROAM Luggage, the first brand that allows you to fully customize your suitcase to match your personality. By giving you the tools to design a piece the way you want it, then fulfilling that design with the highest-quality materials and craftsmanship, ROAM becomes your collaborator bringing your vision of the ultimate travel experience to reality. Charlie Clifford and Larry Lein join Justin to discuss this sky-high brand!
Launch snowboards are the leader in premium performance snowboards, Beyond Series snowboard bindings, and apparel. Founder and CEO Jon Callahan joins Justin to discuss this epic brand!
For the past 17 years, "DreAllDay" (Dre Baldwin) has changed the lives of millions of entrepreneurs, athletes and business professionals, sold thousands of copies of his books, courses and programs, pioneered personal branding through content, and built a business that helps tens of thousands of people master their "Game" in business, sports and in life, from the inside-out. Dre joins Justin to discuss his new book “The Third Day: The Decision That Separates The Pros From The Amateurs.”
For the past 17 years, "DreAllDay" (Dre Baldwin) has changed the lives of millions of entrepreneurs, athletes and business professionals, sold thousands of copies of his books, courses and programs, pioneered personal branding through content, and built a business that helps tens of thousands of people master their "Game" in business, sports and in life, from the inside-out. Dre joins Justin to discuss his new book “The Third Day: The Decision That Separates The Pros From The Amateurs.”
Peter S. Fader is the Frances and Pei-Yuan Chia Professor of Marketing at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He is also the co-founder and co-director of Theta, a predictive customer analytics firm. His expertise centers around the analysis of behavioral data to understand and forecast customer shopping/purchasing activities. Dr. Fader joins Justin to discuss Customer Lifetime Value in Retail and CPG.
Patrick Bryant is a co-founder of Code/+/Trust software development firm in Charleston, SC. After co-founding his first company, Go To Team (broadcast video services) and taking it to 20 offices around the US 25 years ago, his bio is then a steady stream of starting new companies in media, rolling papers, and software. As a serial entrepreneur, he continues to start and invest in new startups including, Teamphoria (human resource engagement software), Event.Gives (fundraising event software), ADesk (crew production directory software) & Shine Rolling Papers. He also founded the Harbor Entrepreneur Center to provide a place to help others launch companies and create collision among the other entrepreneurs in the Southeast region. Patrick joins Justin to discuss how to think like an entrepreneur and how to brings good ideas to life!
SCHARFFEN BERGER Chocolate Maker is America’s original craft “bean-to-bar” chocolate. Founded on the ideal that by sourcing the best cacao in the world, blending it in small batches, and gently processing it to maintain the subtle flavors in the beans would yield the richest, most flavorful chocolate. SCHARFFEN BERGER Chocolate Maker was founded in San Francisco in 1996 by chocolate connoisseur Robert Steinberg and winemaker John Scharffenberger. As the first American “bean-to-bar” chocolate, SCHARFFEN BERGER led this country’s contemporary craft chocolate movement. CEO Paul Cherrie joins Justin to discuss this sweet brand!
Krisp Drinks LLC is a beverage company focused on delivering better for you hydration for the modern-day consumer. Their beverages are made from USDA certified organic ingredients and zero sugars. The base of their beverages is derived from natural spring water responsibly sourced from one of the purest springs in the world coming in at 6 ppm. Understanding the importance of reducing carbon footprint, their bottles are made from recycled plastic, 100% recyclable and BPA free. Founder and CEO Sean Banks joins Justin to discuss this refreshing new beverage brand!
Tom Finegan is the Chairman and CEO of Clarkston Consulting. He is also the author of a few book, Amplifiers – How Great Leaders Magnify The Power Of Teams, Increase The Impact Of Organizations, And Turn Up The Volume On Positive Change. Amplifiers are the people who intuitively know how to simultaneously influence up, lead others, and execute the mission of the firm. While some people are naturally true Amplifiers, the ability to magnify corporate outcomes can be enhanced by developing and nurturing Amplifier styles, motives, and traits. Tom joins Justin to discuss his new book.
Take back your table. Declutter your cannabis accessories on a rotating turntable organizer. The Blazy Susan spinning tray will help keep your space tidy. Blazy Brands designs, creates, and innovates new products and accessories for cannabis patients, enthusiasts, and businesses around the world. Founder and CEO Will Breakell joins Justin to discuss this unique brand!
Meet Christoper and Jennifer Jane (brother and sister co-founder duo). They understand eating well, making meals from scratch, and avoiding junk food can be tough when you're working on projects and staying active. Enter…Proper Good, a solution for them and a solution for us. Proper Good makes good-for-you meals with clean label ingredients in flexible transparent packaging at reasonable prices! All you have to do is grab your Proper Good meal, heat it up and enjoy. That’s it. Let’s eat! Christoper joins Justin to discuss this great brand!
Everybody wants "youth." As in a youthful feeling - ready, optimistic, energetic, in control...all expressed by that great big toothy grin. So being rebellious when it comes to the status quo, Obvi asked themselves, "why do all the products that supposedly help us look and feel youthful, seem so old, cold and clinical?" These dusty-looking things made getting better seem like some awful chore. No wonder it's hard to get started. It's no fun. Obvi Super Collagen Protein feature 10 grams of collagen protein per serving and is fortified with Biotin and Vitamin C. Co-founder and CEO Ronak Shah joins Justin to discuss this category-leading brand.
Created by two brothers, The Comfy® has been making the everyday better since launching on Shark Tank in 2017. Their line of wearable blankets are like living in a giant hug, all the time. Try one out for yourself and start living #TheComfyLife! Brothers Michael and Brian Speciale join Justin to share their exciting brand story!
Their story began with a crazy and kind kid named Luke, who absolutely loved Rhinos so much that he wanted to save them from extinction. Luke would even ask his friends to bring donations to his birthday parties in lieu of gifts. One day, his mom, Traci, who was famous for her creamy cilantro sauce, had a bright idea; "Let's start selling Diablo Verde to raise even more money to save Rhinos!" It was such a huge hit that Luke's brothers, Ayden and George, joined in to fulfill the family's vision of making the world better through entrepreneurship! Traci and her three sons Ayden, Luke, and George join Justin to discuss this hot new brand!
Meet Cristie Besu. She’s a Registered Nurse and Certified Sports Nutritionist. The Eat Me Guilt Free product line was created in her home kitchen in 2013 and was created to fill a void for her original customers, which were clients she worked closely with to craft nutrition programs, helping with everything from disease management to improving labs, to just being able to move and feel better about themselves. Eat Me Guilt Free is a brand that began with a team of three people, and has now grown to a team of 30. They are an ever-evolving company that is passionate about community, culture and food. Cristie joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing health and wellness food brand!
Lisa Lane is the inventor of the Rinseroo, a patented slip-on shower attachment hose that simplifies a whole host of our least favorite household chores. With the help of her son, Jake, she brought the Rinseroo from concept to store shelves. She launched the Rinseroo on her own website, as well as on others just over a year ago. Since then, her brand has become a top seller on Amazon making their “#1 New Release” list and it also sits atop their “most wished for” list. The Rinseroo has also become a popular with some of the top cleaning influencers on TikTok which has really helped in her effort to help make Rinseroo a household name. Lisa and Jake join Justin to discuss this upstart brand!
They are the mother-daughter duo team behind Get Mr. As a leading dermatologist, Dr. Goldstein (aka Dr. G) has treated 1000s of men for skin cancer and skin damage. She knew that most sunscreens were chemical-based, greasy and not really formulated for men's skin. With skin cancer rates among men skyrocketing, she knew something needed to change. Elianna grew up hearing more than most about skin care. She left the world of Venture Capital and joined with her mother in creating Get Mr. - a brand that helps men have healthy skin for life. Elianna joins Justin to discuss this new skincare brand!
Kenny Flowers is an upscale, tropical clothing and lifestyle brand putting a fresh spin on Hawaiian shirts, resort looks, and men and women’s swimwear. Kenny Flowers is all about embracing the feeling of vacation, every day. Kenny Flowers is run by Kenny Haisfield, who founded the brand in 2015 when he quit his corporate consulting job in NYC to move in with his grandma in Bali and start making Hawaiian shirts for his friends. A few years and a few thousand shirts later, Kenny’s best friend, first female customer, and now wife, Christina (luxury travel influencer and blogger Jetset Christina), expanded the brand into women’s resort and swimwear. Together, they’ve created a distinguished, sun-soaked line inspired by their experiences around the world, and designed to complement yours. Kenny and Christina join Justin to discuss this extraordinary brand!
Nuudii System is creating a new category - between bra and braless. Their mission is to make lives easier, wardrobe choices broader, and allow women to reconnect with their bodies, fostering emotional and physical wellbeing. Founder and CEO Annette Azan joins Justin to discuss this boob brand!
Starr Edwards is the charismatic entrepreneur behind San Diego’s Bitchin’ Sauce. A foodie at heart, she initially planned on pursuing a career as a personal chef. Then, with a young family to feed, she infused her fun, fresh flavors into a host of Bitchin’ Sauces. An immediate hit at the local farmers market, it wasn’t long before they made their way to grocery shelves. Today they are in Costco, Sprouts, Whole Foods, Kroger and many more retail stores. Starr joins Justin to discuss this bitchin’ brand!
When they couldn’t find a delicious cheese snack, they decided to make one – from their very own award-winning cheese. Their first Parmesan Whisps were just the start. They are on a mission to put real cheese back in snacking and today have a range of snacks from classics like Cheddar to fan favorites like Tangy Ranch and Nacho. CEO Ilana Fischer joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand.
Founder Sandro Roco, a Queens-born Filipino American, was walking through a popular Asian supermarket in Manhattan’s Koreatown. There, he noticed a huge gap between the modern, clean labels of the new-age “American” brands and the preservative- and sugar-laden labels of the legacy Asian brands. His goal was simple: celebrate high quality Asian flavors that for decades have been masked by added sugars, artificial flavors and preservatives. Sandro joins Justin to discuss this new beverage brand!
Their story began on Thanksgiving Day 2016 when a family member asked to what they attribute Brutus’ longevity. The answer: “Love and Grandma’s Bone Broth.” As a pup that led a very active life, he had a number of health issues most senior dogs face. We found that adding Bone Broth to his diet not only provided him with a tastier meal but gave him added nutritional benefits. Not only that, he loved the taste and adding the broth to his dry food made it more easily digestible. The challenge was finding a way to share these benefits with other dogs. Kim and Sue spent thousands of hours researching the pet market, speaking to experts in the industry, testing and tweaking recipes, designing packaging prototypes, working with ingredient suppliers and manufacturers, amongst other things, to assemble the best possible team to help bring Brutus’ Bone Broth to the market. Kim Hehir and Sue Delegan join Justin to discuss this delicious bone broth brand!
The Cookie Cups was a genius mistake that started because their creator, Nicole Pomije wanted to make chocolate chip cookies without the right oven pan. She did happen to have a mini cupcake pan and decided to put the cookie dough in that way and see what happens! Out came The Cookie Cups, their version of the cookie, reinvented! The Cookie Cups is a bakery that sells gourmet cookies in the shape of mini cupcake(s). They also sell REAL baking kits for kids – a family baking experience you will love! Nicole joins Justin to discuss this baking brand!
Light Years Ahead (LYA) is a full-service public relations and marketing firm specializing in lifestyle, beauty, health, wellness, parenting products, industry experts, and services. LYA creates dynamic, sales-driven PR campaigns that produce stellar results in the most cost-effective ways. They have helped large and small businesses launch new products with meaningful brand-building programs that establish and maintain solid media visibility. CEO and co-owner Megan Brown Bennett joins Justin to discuss the power of PR in launching and growing a consumer brand.
LEVIA Seltzers are the #2 cannabis seltzer in the country and #1 selling cannabis beverage in Massachusetts. At LEVIA, they are creating the best tasting social seltzer rooted in simple, all-natural ingredients. After years of research, LEVIA unlocked the secret to crisp and refreshing cannabis-infused drinks. Matt Melander, President and CFO, joins Justin to discuss this high-growth brand.
Abby Kircher started her company when she was 15. As a home-schooled food lover and health enthusiast, she craved delicious and especially sweet, foods that pleased her taste buds and body. She started with nuts, a food processor, and natural sweeteners on a quest to make a better-for-you food brand. Today Abby’s Better Nut Butter products are in hundreds of stores and growing rapidly. Abby joins Justin to discuss launching and growing a nut butter brand!
Meet Christina Pardy – founder of Sht That I Knit! She and her company believe that when you feel good, you always look your best. At Sht That I Knit, they strive to create high-quality knitwear and accessories that make you feel good. When you know the materials used to create their products are sustainably sourced, you feel good. When you know their products are handmade by women in Peru who are working moms earning a fair wage, you feel really good. When you know they donate Knit Kits that teach young adults undergoing cancer treatment how to knit, you feel even better. Christina joins Justin to discuss this Sh*t-hot brand!
Modpools is the original container pool of North America, with over 775 container pools built and shipped all across Canada and the USA. They use only the highest quality of materials and equipment from North America’s top suppliers. Modpools is a trusted brand regularly featured on TV and across social media. Founder and CEO Paul Rathnam joins Justin to discuss this unique high-growth brand!
Making the switch from professional sport into the “real” world is never easy. When you do a sport for so long, it becomes your world, your community, and ultimately a big part of your identity. Finding who you are without it’ can be, to say the least, challenging. When
Shoshauna and Will Routley started Healthy Hooch Kombucha immediately after retirement, they hit the ground running and their efforts have yielded an incredible new brand that is growing rapidly. Sho and Will join Justin to unpack this new health brand!
Splash Beverage Group is constantly innovating, presenting exciting, new, natural and healthy drinks that delight the body and inspire the mind. Their platform supports founders of beverage brands by helping them grow more rapidly and reach more people to enjoy their wonderful products. They search globally to seek out branded products that deliver natural quality, freshness, health benefits and refreshment, are represented by teams with high integrity that take their responsibilities seriously to produce sustainable, high quality products and to give back, have strong brand awareness, help distributors and retail partners achieve and exceed their goals, and unabashedly support our armed forces, first responders and health care professionals. Founder and CEO Robert Nistico joins Justin to discuss this accelerating brand!
In early 2017, Megan Feeman began making NoBaked Cookie Dough in Nashville, TN. The first scoop shop opened in the Fall of 2017, with more to follow- across 4 different states. Since then, Megan and her husband, Jimmy, along with their team, have been shipping cookie dough all over the United States. NoBaked is cookie dough that you can eat AND bake. It's prepackaged in a jar but tastes like you just made it in your own kitchen and are eating it straight out of the bowl. Made with ingredients that leave no bitter taste in your mouth, their safe-to-eat cookie dough is one that actually tastes good. Jimmy joins Justin to discuss this yummy brand!
Kevin Laurence is a professional pianist and vocalist with many years of experience performing for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, anniversaries, and more. Kevin has also developed a strong presence on social media, including a rapidly growing YouTube channel with over 18,000 subscribers and 4+ million views. His internet popularity even landed him a guest appearance on several TV shows. Kevin joins Justin to discuss media, entertainment, podcast techniques, and more!
Howard Tiersky is CEO and Founder of FROM – the Digital Transformation Agency and also author of Winning Digital Customers: The Antidote to Irrelevance. Howard joins Justin to discuss the evolution of technology and how progressive brands are transforming to leverage tech to their advantage.
All wonderful things start out small, the way Monkee’s did! Founder Dee Dee Shaw grew tired of having to travel to New York to shop for her favorite designers. So, she decided, why not bring the designers here? In 1995, the original Monkee’s store opened in Wilmington, North Carolina. Imagine a store beyond your wildest imagination – an upscale, girlie, always in style boutique where the owner desired to give her customers the ultimate shopping experience – and even know them by name. It did not take long for the word to spread, and soon Monkee’s of Wilmington was a destination. The Monkee’s brand has become synonymous with personalized customer service and cutting-edge designer fashion. Instead of shopping at big department stores, customers travel to Monkee’s for an intimate shopping experience. Dee Dee joins Justin to discuss this Retail brand.
Los Sundays was founded on the principles of Quality, Originality and Style. They absolutely love tequila and demand quality. Los Sundays is sustainably farmed and naturally gluten free, made from a blend of highland and lowland 100% Blue Weber Agave that is traditionally cooked and distilled in the heart of Jalisco, Mexico at one of the most awarded distilleries. With over 10x Internationally recognized awards from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and Consumer SIP Awards, their tequila is winning hearts and consumer taste tests around the world. Founder and CEO Mitchell Hayes joins Justin to discuss this trending alco-bev brand!
You have a vital mission as a sales professional – to generate revenue for your company and ensure its continued success. In today’s selling landscape, buyers are more educated than ever, and you need a way to cut through the noise and navigate new complexities. Insight-Led Selling is an approach that provides practical ways to adopt an executive mindset, build credibility, and communicate with impact. Authors Stephen Timme and Melody Astley join Justin to discuss.
Founded in 2015, Bravus is North America's first brewery dedicated solely to the production of non-alcoholic craft beer. Their unique and proprietary brewing process allows them to create award-winning styles which are indistinguishable from their alcoholic counterparts. Philip Brandes started Bravus with one simple mission: to create a non-alcoholic craft beer anyone could drink. Beer that was brewed for both the serious enthusiast and the occasional social drinker. Bravus looks like a beer, tastes like a beer, and feels like a beer (without the buzz of course!). Philip joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing beverage brand!
CEO and Founder of Kahawa 1893 Margaret Nyamumbo is the first Black woman-owned coffee brand to be sold in Trader Joe's. The Harvard graduate quit her job as a Wall Street investment banker to become a third-generation Kenyan coffee farmer. Margaret saw how Kenyan women provided over 90% of labor in the African coffee industry. Sadly, these women farmers are largely uncompensated for their work and own just 1% of farmland in their country. It is the only brand that allows customers to directly tip the farmers via electronic payment. The brand offers a QR code on its packaging and a link on its website so customers can send a tip to the farmer's e-wallet. 100% of proceeds go directly to the female coffee producers the brand works with, and it matches all tips to double the impact. Maggy joins Justin to discuss this new coffee brand!
Ron Friedman is an award-winning psychologist who has served on the faculty of the University of Rochester, and has consulted for political leaders, nonprofits, and many of the world’s most recognized brands. Popular accounts of his research have appeared in major newspapers, including the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Boston Globe, the Globe and Mail, the Guardian, as well as magazines such as Harvard Business Review and Psychology Today. Ron is the founder of ignite80, a learning and development company that translates research in neuroscience, human physiology and behavioral economics into practical strategies that help working professionals become healthier, happier and more productive. His first book, The Best Place to Work, was selected as an Inc. Magazine Best Business Book of the Year. Ron joins Justin to discuss his new book.
BevCanna owns and operates one of the highest-capacity cannabinoid beverage processing and manufacturing facilities in Canada. BevCanna offers a variety of beverage product formats including PET, aluminum, and glass form factors, available in multiple sizes and custom shapes. BevCanna has a strategic partnership with the #1 U.S. cannabis beverage company, Keef Brands. BevCanna acts as the exclusive licensee, manufacturing and distribution partner for Keef Brands in Canada, and leverages the extensive Keef U.S. manufacturing and distribution network to access the U.S. cannabis market. Finally, BevCanna manufactures and distributes TRACE which currently enjoys a leadership position within the plant-based fulvic and humic mineral category. Founder and CEO Marcello Leone joins Justin to discuss this growing brand.
Juiced Boxes, founded by recent Columbia grad Dawson Sieradzky, launched the presale for its first product in the last few weeks. The individual pouches of 30-proof punch have “tamper-evident,” single-use packaging and for cautious drinkers worried about not wearing a mask, the pouch is mask-friendly. Dawson joins Justin to discuss this new alco-bev concept!
Rob Dyrdek is a former pro-skateboarder, MTV personality and founder of the multi-million dollar venture creation studio, Dyrdek Machine. Rob’s work financing, co-founding and marketing some of today’s most desired CPG brands has led him to become a master at studying competitor landscapes, filling whitespaces, adapting quickly to consumer needs + emerging technologies, and ultimately utilizing success-driving strategies to maintain profitability and scale up. Rob has co-created 14 brands with 5 exits - totaling $450M - in only five years. Rob joins Justin to discuss his entrepreneurial ventures!
EOS Worldwide, an innovative business model designed to help leaders achieve success, now has tens of thousands of businesses running successfully on the EOS® principles. Its team of EOS Implementers®, or business coaches, work to perpetuate entrepreneurial freedom throughout the world, first with the entrepreneur, then the leadership team, then every employee throughout the business – ultimately helping millions of people live out their ideal life. Mark O’Donnell, Visionary and CEO, joins Justin to discuss this entrepreneurial brand.
CANN is a social tonic micro-dosed with cannabis that gives you a light and uplifted buzz, but has no hangover, fewer empty calories, all-natural ingredients, and no regrets. The future of social drinking. Co-founder Luke Anderson joins Justin to discuss this game-changing brand.
Jushi Holdings Inc. is a national, multi-state cannabis company developing and operating high-end retail locations, premium brands and state-of-the-art cultivation, processing and manufacturing facilities. Their platform is designed to set the new standard for a sophisticated, modern cannabis experience. Chief Creative Officer and award-winning global media leader Andreas (Dre) Neumann joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand and how to apply creativity in driving brand growth.
Fibrenew is the world leaders in the restoration, repair and re-dyeing of leather, plastic and vinyl. Their services offer a cost-effective, high-quality alternative to replacement and helps reduce landfill waste. Valued clients and partners who love them come from the medical, marine, aviation, automotive, commercial and residential markets. Fibrenew has helped more than 260 entrepreneurs from USA, Canada, New Zealand, Mexico and Chile meet their lifestyle and financial goals by building long-term, successful businesses of which they can be proud. Jesse Johnstone, President, joins Justin to discuss this franchise brand.
Headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Drink Gifted was founded by Lefteris Giaprakis and launched in 2021 with a mission to inspire healthier lives. Made using the Earth’s precious gifts, Drink Gifted premium super tonics are formulated with a unique blend of superfoods and adaptogens to support health and wellness. Lefteris joins Justin to discuss this new brand!
Designed for mobile workers, by mobile workers. Knack makes it easy to work, or play, anywhere you go. Chad Mellen, founder and CEO, launched Knack after serving as CEO of A.T. Cross and CMO for Tumi. Chad joins Justin to discuss this inventive new brand! Let’s travel!
Cookie dough is such a nostalgic, fun treat, but the tummy ache and sugar crash that follows aren't fun! After spending countless hours experimenting in her kitchen, Erica Rankin, created Canada’s first better-for-you edible cookie dough with a spin. Launched in 2019, Bro Dough is not only vegan, but contains plant-based protein (derived from peas), as well as natural sweeteners. The product contains half the amount of sugar found in traditional cookie dough and does not use any artificial sweeteners. Erica joins Justin to discuss this yummy brand!
The inspiration for creating the perfect crisp emerged in 2014 when founder Matt Parry was following a strict gluten-free diet. He found that although the diet was treating him well, he was really missing his favorite snacks. The diet inspired him to recreate the classic canister chip, making it something he could eat without guilt. Making healthy crisps with better ingredients was a challenge. But Matt also wanted his daughters to eat them as well. They couldn’t just be natural. They had to be exceptionally tasty as well. And so it began— one man’s journey to develop a clean-label, gluten free canister chip that his whole family (and yours!) could enjoy. Matt joins Justin to discuss this snack brand!
Delia Passi’s life was turned upside down after a routine mammogram and the medical mismanagement that ensued resulted in two lumpectomies and a mastectomy. ”It was torture,” she said. To make sure no other woman endured the same, Delia quit her job as a magazine publisher and created the Women’s Choice Award® by WomenCertified. It has been named one of the fastest-growing companies in the US for three consecutive years according to Inc. Magazine. Being an educated consumer, something Delia didn’t have when she was choosing medical care for her cancer diagnosis, is key for WomenCertified. The award empowers women to choose the best services for themselves based on surveys, data research from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the Wharton School of Business and more. It has become three times more influential with women than U.S. News & World Report's rankings. Delia joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business.
Suzie Yorke, founder of Love Good Fats, spent years cutting fat out of her diet only to find that she felt worse than before! After a little research, she learned that sugar and carbs might actually be the culprit. She immediately shifted to a high-fat, low-carb diet, and never felt better. The only problem was the serious lack of satisfying snacks. She wondered, was it possible to create convenient foods that satisfied her taste buds and embraced this new way of eating? You bet! Suzie got to work crafting her undeniably delicious, truffle-like bars with good fats, plenty of protein, and only 1-2g of sugar. With that, Love Good Fats began. Suzie joins Justin to discuss this delicious brand!
Developed in collaboration with a chef and nutritionist, Five Way's bone broths are simmered for hours to ensure that all of the vital proteins, collagen, vitamins, and nutrients are extracted from their ingredients in order to maximize its health-boosting qualities. A diet rich in bone broth has been proven to promote immunity, aid digestion, reduce inflammation, soothe sore joints, speed muscle recovery, and more. Founder John Hopkins joins Justin to discuss this broth brand!
Upful Blends creates and provides organic, wildcrafted, and ethically grown tea blends and supplements. They aim to continuously source alkaline, unadulterated, and nourishing plant medicine for the connection of the mind, body, and spirit. Chantel Robertson, founder and CEO, joins Justin to discuss this new brand.
It all began with one varietal, Cabernet, and the vision to produce one of the best under $20 for the U.S. market. Coupling co-Founder Dennis Hills’ winemaking expertise, grower relationships, and keen sourcing knowledge, and Founder Yoav Gilat’s business acumen, natural networking and vision, Cannonball Wines was born. Since Cannonball, the company has added Astrolabe, Angels & Cowboys, and High Dive. Yoav joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand!
Beyond The Equator’s story begins where all great food companies begin — on the farm. Their co-founder, Carl, has farmed sugarcane in southern Louisiana for almost 40 years. As his passion for farming grew, Carl began traveling beyond the equator with the hopes of farming on the world’s purest soils. What originally began as a farming and exporting company quickly evolved into a nutrient-inspired product development venture focused on incorporating these wonderful superfoods into everyday products. Co-founder Kevin Bratcher joins Justin to discuss this new fast-growing brand!
TerraCycle® is a social enterprise eliminating the idea of waste®. In 21 countries, TerraCycle tackles the issue from many angles. They have found that nearly everything we touch can be recycled and collect typically non-recyclable items through national, first-of-their-kind recycling platforms. Leading companies work with TerraCycle to take hard-to-recycle materials from their programs, such as ocean plastic, and turn them into new products, and their new Loop platform aims to change the way the world shops with favorite brands in refillable packaging offered with convenience and style. Founder Tom Szaky joins Justin to discuss growth in this sustainability business.
Chai is a traditional Nepali black tea beverage made with mixture of exotic spices and herbs, served with milk (or milk substitute). It requires patience, concentration and an experienced touch to craft a great tasting Chai. Chai recipes are often family secrets, passed down through generations, each with their own twist and Pemba Sherpa has brought his family’s recipe to life in Sherpa Chai. Pemba and Dave McKean join Justin to discuss this fast-growing beverage brand!
Blending sustainably grown wine from Italy and organic orange juice, the Modern Mimosa is a portable and effervescent delight that can go anywhere you do. When the Modern Mimosa was just a spark of an idea discussed over family dinner with Scott and Allie Griswold, their parents gave them two pieces of advice: make it taste good, and make sure you do good along the way. Scott and Allie created a Modern Mimosa, rooted in sustainable production and small businesses with big dreams. They join Justin to discuss.
Walkee Paws™ are fashionable, stretchy dog leggings with waterproof rubber soles, designed to keep your pup's paws dry and clean after outside walks. They are comfortable and easy to put on and most importantly, due to the clever connection over your dog’s back, they stay on! Founder and CEO Lisa Baronoff joins Justin to discuss this fun new brand!
Bare® is a feeding system that feeds a baby AIR-FREE milk, in the UPRIGHT position and lets the baby CONTROL the FLOW/PACE of feeding. These three advancements lead to significant health benefits such as the elimination of gas, colic, and acid reflux symptoms. Founder and CEO, Priska Diaz joins Justin to discuss this baby feeding brand.
Oo’mämē® is a line of globally inspired Chile Crisp. You say Umami, they say Oo’mame! Oo’mämē chile crisps have umami at their very core. That, and a serious dose of heat from the namesake chiles. The word umami comes from the Japanese word umai, roughly meaning deliciousness. Deliciousness, goodness, tastiness. It’s all there. Known as the “fifth taste” after sweet, sour, salty, and bitter, umami has the power to bind to taste receptors and give you that I-want-moreish quality. Founder Mark Engel joins Justin to discuss this “hot” new brand!
Rare Cut was established to simplify your pocket square look with custom printed threads that always keep their shape. Meet the pocket square everyone is raving about - even Forbes. Just fold it and forget it. Anthony Orisses envisioned a pocket square with a timeless look and feel that never disappointed. Anthony joins Justin to discuss this trendy new brand!
Stringr was started by two friends – one a former news producer and the other a product manager and consultant who started his first company in high school. Lindsay Stewart spent over 10 years in TV news producing segments for ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox News and Bloomberg, among others. That’s when the idea for Stringr came to her. Brian McNeill spent over 15 years in product management and management consulting which are fancy words for – he’s a business guy. Brian had the idea for his first company in high school and launched SureSize shortly after that. 15 years of big company experience made him yearn to go back to building a company from scratch. Lindsay joins Justin to discuss this video brand!
While it is amazing for brands to give away products or donate a portion of their proceeds on behalf of their customer base, in founding Sock Footage, Marisa Sheff was hoping to take the same 1 to 1 model one step further. Socks are the most needed, but least donated items at homeless shelters. As such, for each pair of socks purchased on the site, a donation pair is provided courtesy of the brand in an effort to support their members in reclaiming that meaningful, in-person donation experience. Marisa joins Justin to discuss growing this impactful fashion brand.
Wan Kim was first introduced to Smoothie King while studying at Boston University before going on to earn his MBA at the University of California at Irvine. Wan became a huge fan of the concept and opened the first international Smoothie King location in South Korea in 2003. Within six years, Wan had opened 120 stores in South Korea and eventually grew brand awareness to 94 percent on the peninsula. Wan went on to purchase the entire Smoothie King company in 2012 with the fundamental goal of pushing the brand to rediscover and reinvigorate the foundational values that differentiate Smoothie King as the standalone pioneer in the quick-service restaurant segment focused on health and fitness. Wan joins Justin to discuss this high-growth brand!
Peter Manning makes high-quality, great-fitting clothes for the "Not-so-tall"™ guy, including shorter inseam pants, shirts you can wear untucked, and jackets that don't fit like tents. Co-founder and CEO Jeff Hansen joins Justin to discuss launching and growing this fashion and apparel brand.
Spencer Jane was formed during Logan Brown’s first semester at Harvard Law School when she needed a suit for her law school's career fair. After multiple Ubers across town and exasperated texts to her mother asking if it looked like something fit, she found nothing. Logan wanted something that made her feel confident, comfortable in her own skin, and ready to be herself in an interview. She then founded Spencer Jane. Logan joins Justin to discuss this innovative Pant Suit (blazers, quarantine outfits, and more) brand.
Agua Bonita makes the first 100% real fruit, ready-to-drink aguas frescas. Inspired by perfectly delicious, fresh produce that would otherwise go to waste, and fueled by a passion to create something culturally authentic, unique, better for the planet, and beautiful, Kayla Castañeda co-founded Agua Bonita. Kayla joins Justin to discuss this fresh beverage concept.
Disappointed by a market filled with products that were loaded with sugar and unnecessary junk, founder Eric Bonin wanted something better – something to feel good about serving to family and friends. Eric spent two years sourcing the best ingredients and perfecting a recipe that’s known as much for what’s left out, as for what’s in it. Pillars all-natural, non-GMO Greek yogurts are naturally simple and naturally good. Eric joins Justin to discuss this delicious new brand.
The pet world needed a change. Pawpurity began researching, testing and developing products that were food based. They started designing support systems to help senior dogs lead a normal life, some of which are still in the testing phases. They made a promise to pet owners to set the bar higher so their dogs stay safe, healthy and happy. PawPurity is determined to produce only top quality, naturally made products packaged in eco-friendly materials. Founder Lisa Porter joins Justin to discuss this pet brand.
At Happy Howl, dogs are more than just our companions, they’re our co-pilots in life. Happy Howl’s mission is to do more than just fuel our furry tribe with wholesome, human-grade food – they are dedicated to feeding shelter pups in need, too. Colin Buckley joins Justin to discuss this exciting new better-for-your-pet dog food company.
Chi Kitchen is a woman-owned, family business founded by chef and culinary educator, Minnie Luong, who was born on a beautiful rice farm in the Mekong Delta of Vietnam. After moving to the United State, Minnie grew up in Massachusetts and Rhode Island with a food obsessed family. Minnie became a culinary expert specializing in hand-crafted fermented kimchi and decided to launch her own business with a simple mission - to create flavorful, hand-crafted Asian foods for the well-being and vitality of their customers. Minnie joins Justin to discuss this new food brand.
David Bloom leads with a passion! He is the Chief Development and Operating Officer of Capriotti’s and Wing Zone and an expert in all facets of the Foodservice business. David joins Justin to discuss how to strategically develop and operate at an accelerated pace with the right talent in the right seats on the team. Let’s go!
Chad Belding is a lifelong sportsman and outdoors enthusiast whose love of the lifestyle was instilled at a very young age by his father Orville Belding. Chad’s passion eventually led him to predator and waterfowl hunting, and soon thereafter he became involved in competitive duck and goose calling in the late 1990’s. The call of the wilderness never left him, however, and in 2008 he founded Banded, a video production and merchandising company that specializes in waterfowl hunting gear and accessories as well as a selection of turkey hunting products. In that same year he originated The Fowl Life Television Series, also founded in 2008, which eventually went to air in 2009. Chad hosts several podcasts, is a leader in the outdoors industry, has launched numerous products lines in the outdoors segment, and joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business.
Farzan Dehmoubed is Founder and CEO of Lotus Sustainables, an eco-friendly company on a mission to eliminate plastic from shopping. After launching its first product online with unprecedented success, Farzan expanded the company to retail. Lotus Sustainables eco-friendly products are now available in 15,000+ stores across the US and Canada, as well as on Amazon and Lotus-Sustainables.com. As the leading manufacturer of reusable bags, Lotus Sustainables has eliminated the need for over 400 million single-use plastic bags. In 2020 the company ranked 144 on the INC 5000 fastest growing companies in America. Farzan joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing business.
At PB2, they believe in finding the balance in everyday life, feeling confident in your choices, and being present each day. PB2 launched in 2007 and is continually working with a family of farmers to create pure and simple products that help you live better and happier. PB2 believes food can be both healthy and delicious at the same time. Eat what you love. Love what you eat. Choose PB2. John Monczynski joins Justin to discuss this delicious brand.
While working to build her business as a freelance designer for many years, Leah Michelle suffered tremendously from eye strain and headaches due to way too much screen time. After searching for and purchasing many pairs of blue light blocking glasses, she became disappointed with what she found in the marketplace and set out on a mission to create a better business. She developed a line of blue light blocking eyewear that are made of acetate to prevent eyes from harmful blue rays. Leah joins Justin to discuss this new eyewear brand.
ufurnish.com allows you to search furniture and home furnishing ranges from 100+ retailers all on one website. Use our detailed filters to segment the market and easily find what you’re looking for. While searching for the perfect item, ufurnish will suggest alternative and similar products, so you can ensure you never miss out on the perfect item. Co-founder Deirdre Mc Gettrick joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing e-furniture business!
Copper Clean™ Antimicrobial Surface Patches are durable, antimicrobial copper stickers that are applied to door handles, push plates, and other high-touch surfaces to kill surface-borne bacteria. Co-founder Benton Allen joins Justin to discuss product engineering, innovation and how copper helps keep surfaces clean.
In a quest to find a healthier alternative to traditional burgers, co-founder, Jason, quickly realized that the grocery aisles were full of imitation meats and veggie burgers but all were either highly processed, frozen, bland or loaded with preservatives. Not to mention they didn’t even look appetizing! He was determined to create a better option full of fresh farm-grown veggies and ingredients that were not only healthier, but filling, delicious and colorful. This was the spark that led to the creation of Actual Veggies and its line of chef-created, gourmet, ALL vegetable burgers - Just veggies, actually. Co-founders Jason Rosenbaum and Hailey Swartz join Justin to discuss this “actually” delicious new food brand.
Keith Belling always loved rice. But the empty calories, all the carbs, and that mystery packet of seasoning, started to keep him from eating it as much as he wanted to. When he realized he wasn’t the only one, he decided to do something about it. He put together a team of fellow rice lovers and got to work figuring out how to create a dry (shelf-stable) rice grain packed with the power of vegetables. They kept at it, blending different nutritious vegetables until it was just right. Meet RightRice. Keith joins Justin to discuss this awesome new rice offering!
Ayeshah Abuelhiga started Mason Dixie in 2014 to change comfort food for the better. "Homestyle" cooking shouldn't mean settling for cheap, processed ingredients and scary chemicals. She is a first generation American and proudly watched her immigrant parents serve quality comfort food at their small carry-out restaurant and convenience store. After college, she craved that same food but the closest thing she found was fast food - and no decent biscuits! So Ayeshah started by making a REAL biscuit and gave up her corporate job to open a small restaurant people loved. Those same customers inspired her to make biscuits available at home. Today, business is booming across retail for Mason Dixie and Ayeshah shares her story with Justin on today’s episode.
Entrepreneur, illustrator, author and working mother Wendy Rouillard took her grandmother’s teddy bear and made it into a successful and growing business based on helping children. Today, Barnaby has been on more than 25 adventures and his latest book, WHERE, OH WHERE, IS BARNABY BEAR? releases this month. The Barnaby franchise now include storybooks, coloring books, games, tote bags, back packs, and stuffed bears. Wendy joins Justin to discuss Barnaby!
What began as a cheesecake recipe created by a high schooler in small-town Mississippi is now a business that makes thousands of cheesecakes each month. Mississippi Made – New York Approved. Co-founders Chris Ortego and Shaun Davis join Justin to discuss this delicious brand!
Raised on O‘ahu, Hawaii, an island with limited natural resources, Matt Feldman understood the importance of sustainability from a young age. As he began learning about the immense carbon footprint of the meat industry, he gravitated towards plant-based foods. Fast forward to today, Matt teamed up with two renowned culinary experts to develop a delicious jerky that is better for both our bodies and the planet. Matt joins Justin to discuss this exciting new brand!
In 2019, Jeff Lee founded FitTrack, a health technology company that allows users to track and measure their health easily and accurately. Now his health technology brand is one of the fastest-growing companies in Canada. Jeff joins Justin to discuss this high-flying brand!
SPOTMYUV®, a Canadian invention, was created in 2014 because of the genuine need for people worldwide to increase their personal line of defence against harmful UV sun damage. SPOTMYUV® co-inventors Andrew Martinko, Chad Sweeting and Derek Jouppi are graduates of the University of Waterloo's Nanotechnology Engineering program and are passionate about sun protection. With family and close friends impacted by skin cancer, they found a need to bring a product to market that would tell a wearer when to reapply sunscreen and thereby positively affecting sun protection habits. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the world and almost 100% preventable when sunscreen is used correctly. CEO Claudia Harvey joins Justin to discuss the business and tips to bring new ideas to life.
Batteries Plus is the nation’s largest and fastest-growing battery, light bulb and smartphone/tablet repair franchise with a nationwide network of stores. With access to more than 60,000 types of batteries, light bulbs and accessories, they have the widest selection of battery and light bulb products available. Batteries Plus offers unmatched service to consumers, businesses and government entities at the national and local levels and delivers national brands at exceptional value. Scott Williams, CEO, joins Justin to discuss retail, ecommerce, consumer centricity, and more!
You’re too smart to be spoon-fed! Oats Overnight™ launched in 2016 as a delicious, nutritious and convenient solution to breakfast. The product requires minimal nighttime preparation, resulting in a high-protein meal that is ready to eat on the go when you wake. With a commitment to quality, Oats Overnight uses certified gluten free oats and superfood ingredients like maca root, raw cacao, hemp, coffee and more. Founder Brian Tate joins Justin to discuss this delicious new brand!
FlexScreen is the world’s first and only flexible window screen. FlexScreen began in 2013 when founder Joe Altieri took to his garage and invented "the world's first and only flexible window screen" to solve all of the problems with the frustrating, 100-year-old technology of traditional (preflex) screens. FlexScreen if growing rapidly and Joe joins Justin to discuss this high-flying innovative window market maker!
The American Cornhole League (ACL) promotes and develops cornhole as a sport on every level. The ACL has created software and apps specifically geared to the management of cornhole leagues, tournaments, special events and player development. It enables Players and Directors with any level of skill or experience to get involved. Founder and commissioner Stacey Moore joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing sport!
At LOCA, they believe eating cheese dip is one of life’s greatest pleasures. By making it allergen, conflict, and cruelty-free, they’re just making it easier to enjoy as often as you want. Come join the party as founder Lauren Joyner joins Justin to discuss this yummy food concept!
Originally designed for the fire service, FitFighter is a world class strength and conditioning system with our own patent-pending Steelhose free weights and iOS training app. Their Steelhoses are made in the USA from real firehose and steel shot. Founder Sarah Apgar joins Justin to discuss this fast-moving fitness brand.
Colony Cocktails was born out of a quest to live richer more enchanted lives through the meaningful connections we make with those around us. Colony developed their cocktails to help draw people together, forge new friendships and create more vibrant and delicious lives. Co-founders Jessica and Philip Miller join Justin to discuss this new ready-to-drink beverage brand!
Mike Sullivan is the founder of Snap Collar, a new invention to fix messy shirt collars. The idea came to Mike after searching for ways to smooth my collars without ironing or dry cleaning them for the rest of his life. Unsatisfied with what was on the market, Mike and a friend set out to build something better! Mike joins Justin to discuss launching this new product!
Marek Bowers is the founder and creator of Rawlogy, a health and wellness company focused on sustainable self-care products. As an avid outdoorsman and single working Dad, Marek wanted tools to support his health care and exercise routine that were sustainable and light enough to take anywhere (like on backpacking trips). That’s when he created the Rawlogy Cork Massage Ball, an eco-friendly, ultra-light solution for self-massage on the trail. He had used massagers in the past but found many to be made with synthetics and chemicals, and they were too heavy to carry on trips. Marek joins Justin to discuss launching this brand!
Hälsa Foods (Halsa means “health” in Swedish) is the manufacturer of oatmilk yogurt. It is one of the first plant-based oatgurt made from whole grain oats and the world’s first dairy-free yogurt without a single artificial ingredient. Co-founders Helena Lumme and Mika Manninen join Justin to share details on this fast-growing food brand!
As a junior at Vanderbilt, Justin Miller co-founded the nonprofit Care for AIDS to empower people to live a life beyond AIDS, and he has since led the organization to grow to more than $45 million in annual donations, 200 employees and more than 20K families served through 68 centers in East Africa. Justin M joins Justin H to discuss launching and growing this global impact non-profit.
High Life Farms cultivates boutique cannabis on a grand scale. With 250,000 square foot of combined canopy space, they are on the cutting edge of modern cannabis. Their mission is to create the finest cannabis products at scale while maintaining quality. High Life Farms isn’t just a grow room or a jar: they are a family. Co-founders Ben and Vinnie Celani join Justin to discuss launching and “growing” the business!
There is an unbreakable bond between pet moms and dads and their fur-children. And oftentimes that bond is disrupted due to travel, going away to college, military deployment or sadly the loss of a dear pet. We capture that connection with 100% handmade plush replicas of YOUR PET! CMO and co-founder Adam Greene joins Justin to discuss this growing pet brand!
Buddy Brands employs innovative product design and unparalleled craftsmanship to create world class pet products. CEO and founder Trevor Crotts joins Justin to discuss launching and growing this “comfortable” pet product brand.
The American 7s Football League® (A7FL) has pioneered a thoroughly familiar yet completely new format for America’s most popular sport: 7-on-7 without helmets or hard-shell pads. The A7FL’s unique rules retain the toughness and excitement that fans crave while also delivering action-filled nail-biting games and mind-blowing highlights. Co-founder and CEO Sener Korkusuz joins Justin to discuss this growing sports concept!
Austin Cohen is the founder of Flexit, an a-la-carte digital fitness solution that enables users to work out at whatever facility they want to, wherever and whenever they want to, and pay only for the time that they actually spend at the studio. Flexit launched in 2018 and has been scaling quickly now with over 500 gyms that users can choose from. Austin joins Justin to discuss launching and growing this fitness brand!
The Panini Group, established almost 50 years ago in Modena, Italy has subsidiaries throughout Europe, Latin America and the United States. Panini is the world leader in officially licensed collectables and is the leading multi-national publisher of comics, children’s magazines and Manga in Europe and Latin America. Jason Howarth, head of marketing for Panini America, joins Justin to discuss this unique business!
Blue Light Caribbean Gin is hand-made on the tropical island of Grenada using local botanicals. Established in 2018 at the Le Phare Bleu beachfront hotel, Blue Light is changing the way people look at gin. Aaron Salyer and Jim Jardine, co-founders, join Justin to discuss launching this brand only a few steps from the beach in the Caribbean!!
Tim Ash is an acknowledged authority on evolutionary psychology and digital marketing. He is a sought-after international keynote speaker, and the bestselling author of Unleash Your Primal Brain and Landing Page Optimization (with over 50,000 copies sold worldwide and translated into six languages). Tim has developed deep expertise in user-centered design, persuasion, understanding consumer behavior, and neuromarketing. Tim joins Justin to discuss how to “think” about engaging with consumers, shoppers and guests.
What makes Vegky different? Their jerky is made with stems of shiitake mushrooms and not the cap, which makes all the difference. The goal is for Vegky jerky to have the best “meat-like” texture with little to no additives. Shiitake mushrooms are nutritious and packed with countless health benefits. These range from boosting immunity system, anticancer compounds, antimicrobial properties to promoting skin, cardiovascular and skeletal health. Founder Thomas Hong joins Justin to discuss this new brand! http://www.Vegky.com
The Alkaline Water Company Inc. is a premier bottler of alkaline drinking water, with an 8.8-pH balance. The Company has developed an innovative state of the art proprietary electrolysis beverage process that enhances its product with trace minerals and electrolytes and produces water high in alkalinity. CEO Ricky Wright joins Justin to discuss launching and growing this fast-growing brand!
The FurZapper (patent pending) is a safe, re-usable, and effective pet hair remover that goes into your washer/dryer and gently removes pet hair from your clothing. Just place the FurZapper into your clothes washer during your regular washing cycles, and it goes to work gently adhering to, and separating pet fur or pet hair from your clothing. While effective in the washer, it works fantastic in the clothes dryer along with your freshly washed laundry, often filling up your lint trap faster than ever. Inventor and founder Michael Sweigart join Justin to discuss launching this hot product!
Brewer's Crackers is a "spent grain" cracker company driven to reducing food waste in the craft brewing industry. Spent grains are a valuable by-product from the beer making process. When making beer, brewers steep super high-quality grains, like barley, in water. They then strain this mixture, keeping the liquid to make beer and discard the "spent" grains. Turns out, these grains are still incredibly flavorful, and the steeping process actually unlocks valuable nutrients. Brewers Crackers recycles those grains into crackers and combine them with 100% whole wheat flour. Founder Kyle Fiasconaro joins Justin to discuss this delicious new food brand!
Also known as Very Special Old Arrack, this is 100% Pure Distilled Arrack. Recognized by its rich, aroma, full, smooth palate and exceptionally well-rounded flavor, this presentation of Very Special Old Arrack is an improved blend of distinguished character. Timelessly and naturally aged in seasoned Halmilla vats in Sri Lanka’s largest and most respected distillery, this blend of 100% pure coconut arrack reigns supreme and is specially for those with distinctive taste. Devinda Balasuriya joins Justin to discuss bringing this spirits brand to America.
Shi Curry is the vibrant 16-year-old youth Chef, CEO, and TV personality committed to transforming the lives of her peers through healthy eating and thinking. Shi has created a platform to educate children on the benefits of eating healthy and thinking good thoughts, while encouraging them to take charge of their lives at a young age - Shi LaChef. Shi and her mother / business partner Celeste join Justin to discuss how they took an idea and converted it into a business!
High in the Andes of South America, Quinoa is celebrated as Muru Quri, which means the Golden Grain in the ancient language of Quechua. This is where Quri Vodka gets its name QURI (signifying gold in Quechua). Jonathan Tourgee, CEO and founder, joins Justin to discuss launching and growing this new spirits brand.
Have you ever thought about inviting friends over to an exclusive dinner in your home and wanted your own private chef?! Food, Fire + Knives is here for you. And soon, you too can have your own private chef-led meals! Michael Casciello and Warren Sewell join Justin to discuss launching and growing this new service.
Not all dogs, and not all dog parents are alike. SodaPup has created unique collections to appeal to different audiences. Their toy brands include USA-K9, Industrial Dog, Spotnik, MuttsKickButt, and, of course, SodaPup. They have also launched a healthy dog treat brand called Harvard's Finest. Like the toys, Harvard's Finest treats are produced in the United States from safe and healthy ingredients and they work perfectly with treat dispensing toys. CEO and founder Adam Baker joins Justin to discuss launching and growing this pet brand!
Dr. Eric Cole is an industry-recognized security expert with over 20 years of hands-on experience. He has experience in information technology with a focus on helping customers identify the right areas of security by building out dynamic defense solutions that protect organizations from advanced threats. Eric is the author of several best-selling books on cyber security and is a global entrepreneur in the space. Dr. Cole joins Justin to discuss the threats facing large and small businesses and how we can avoid them.
Sonotone is a guitar strings company founded and led by PK Pandey. Joe Perry and Jeff Beck, amongst many other global music artists, have embraced the well-balanced tone of SonoTone strings. SonoTone strings are wound the old school way, with a special and unique blend of metals. Amazing overtones, endless sustain, and your tone… better. PK joins Justin to discuss his music background and launching / growing the Sonotone business.
Swiggies were invented as an alternative to fanny packs and having to carry water bottles while exercising. This new hands-free approach is simple and easy to use. You just fill them up with water and go! They also make a great unique gift for anyone on your shopping list. Swiggies is now sold in 25 countries and was a NASDAQ product of the year semi-finalist. Founder and CEO Julie Austin joins Justin to discuss bringing a great idea to life!
Established in 2002, Nutrabolt is a fast-growing nutritional life science company. Their marquee brands, Cellucor, C4 Energy, and XTEND, are among the world’s leading sports nutrition and performance energy product lines. You can find C4 Energy, America’s #1 pre-workout and fastest-growing performance energy drink brand, plus XTEND, the world’s #1 BCAA brand, in a wide variety of online and physical retailers around the globe. Doss Cunningham, Nutrabolt’s CEO, joins Justin to discuss leading and growing the brand.
Tellinga (like telling a story) is a Houston, TX-based startup that creates personalized hand-drawn greeting cards that tell your story through snail mail. Story recipients receive illustrated stories about themselves based on unique preferences. It can be fun, dramatic, thoughtful...anything! CEO and founder Alex Kurkowski joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business!
Brooke Navarro and her husband Matt founded Without A Trace Foods to address the challenge of good food without the ingredients that cause food allergies. Their vision is for every kid to never feel left out because of his or her allergies or be labeled as “the allergic kid.” They also want to simplify snack time. This means creating snacks for the whole family delivered to your doorstep. Brooke joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business.
When Michel Myara decided to launch a hard seltzer brand, he wanted to take a different approach to the category. He was the first to use Guaraná to give the drink a subtle, exotic flavor! Absolutely no sugar added. Michel joins Justin to discuss this new upstart brand. Get Lytt, today!
Cannapreneur Partners is a team of excellence-driven professionals that have the passion and drive to help entrepreneurs attain success while guiding investors to make more educated decisions and thoughtfully place capital in the cannabis space. Todd Sullivan, co-CEO, joins Justin to discuss the Cannabis market and developing companies in the space.
HUSHconcerts relentlessly innovates to manifest creative solutions to the challenges of live event production in both common and non-traditional settings. They apply unique experience, technology, and methodology to actualize any type of performance in all environments, regardless of regulations, restrictions or misunderstandings. HUSHconcerts also creates and markets unique experiences of its own for a blossoming community of live entertainment aficionados. CEO and co-founder Robbie Kowal joins Justin to discuss this unique entertainment organization.
4Sight is making big data small (and human) – mining thousands of unfiltered, real time user generated (social media, reviews, blogs) content to solve vexing business issues via patent-pending machine learning and natural language processing algorithms. Founder and CEO Mark Jeffreys joins Justin to discuss the Consumer Goods industry and using product review data to drive brand growth and consumer engagement.
Celsius Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: CELH), founded in April 2004, is a global company with a proprietary, clinically proven formula for flagship brand CELSIUS®. With an extensive consumer goods background, John Fieldly, is a results-driven executive with over 20 years of broad financial and operational experience. In his current role as CEO of Celsius, Fieldly uses his strong background in financial leadership and operational expertise to maximize resources to drive revenue, corporate efficiencies, and shareholder value. John joins Justin to discuss his role as leader as well as growing this strong beverage brand.
Jennifer Stone, founder of Ciel Café Privé Sélect, is a Licensed Quality Grader by the Coffee Quality Institute as well as an internationally recognized coffee cupper and judge for the Cup of Excellence. Jen joins Justin to discuss launching a new coffee brand.
Simon Yencken is the founder and CEO of Fanplayr. Fanplayr enables the creation and display of customized content for individual ecommerce visitor segments, including embedded content, overlays, email collection and product suggestions. Fanplayr provides a fully automated solution to track, analyze and intelligently target web site visitors and convert them to loyal customers. Simon joins Justin to discuss his background in the entrepreneurship space as well as experience launching Fanplayr.
When Nicole Frankel’s daughter was four years old, she went on a “fruits and veggies strike,” and refused to eat the healthy foods on her plate. Worried about the nutrients that her daughter was missing out on, she had the idea to sneak them into the family’s homemade ice cream. After tasting the brightly colored sweet treats, her daughter decided that fruits and veggies, in fact, are yum, actually! And from there, a company was born — Yum Actually to be exact, a fruit-forward ice cream brand that has real fruits and vegetables as its primary ingredient. Nicole joins Justin to discuss this “yummy” brand!
Smarty is a browser extension available on Chrome, Firefox, and Microsoft Edge which automatically searches and applies the best coupon codes for consumers who are shopping online. Not only does Smarty apply the best coupons, but also lets you earn additional cash back of up to 40% on every online purchase. All you need to do is install the browser extension and sign up. CEO and founder Vipin Porwal joins Justin to discuss this shopper-centric business.
Josh Jacobs is the co-founder and CEO of Speakeasy Company – a company centered on offering alcoholic beverage entrepreneurs the opportunity to reach customers directly while remaining three-tier compliant. Josh joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business as well as how they are helping grow new brands.
Nikki Brown and Michael Pickett are co-founders of CytoSport (the company that launched Muscle Milk) and now Flavor Insights. The family worked together to found and grow CytoSport for nearly 20 years – from its first retail offering of Cytomax, then Muscle Milk and until its acquisition to Hormel in 2014. The family, working together again, brings with them all of their key learnings and best practices from CytoSport and is enjoying building a new company that leverages their specialized, unmatched experiences and successes. Nikki and Michael join Justin to share their story and lessons learned.
When you drink TEN Spring Water, you experience water like no other. Many bottled waters can be acidic, but TEN is no ordinary water because it is rich with essential alkaline minerals and electrolytes. The result is a great-tasting and refreshing water with a higher pH, just like water found in the purest glaciers. Co-founder and head of marketing Jorge Sandrini joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the brand!
After working with hundreds of food entrepreneurs, Sari Kimbell created Food Business Success to help entrepreneurs in the food business feel confident and capable in launching and growing a business. Sari joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business – and helping others do the same!
Goat Rodeo Capital is a venture capital fund focused on early stage opportunities in the alcohol beverage space. The portfolio of companies represents a mix of new-entrant beverage brands looking to break into and transform the market. Carlton Fowler, partner, joins Justin to discuss how Goat Rodeo Capital is helping beverage entrepreneurs realize their vision by providing growth capital and guidance to achieve scale.
The Industry Collective is comprised of many of world’s top experts across the wider beverage sector that have come together to shape the future of the industry. They encompass world renowned professionals, including Mixologists, Communications Professionals, Drink Influencers, Trade Advocates, Beer Cicerones, Sommeliers, Sustainability Experts, Editors from National Publications and Book Authors. Founder and CEO Taylor Foxman joins Justin to discuss launching the business!
Jeffrey Hayzlett is a primetime television host of C-Suite with Jeffrey Hayzlett and Executive Perspectives on C-Suite TV, and business podcast host of All Business with Jeffrey Hayzlett on C-Suite Radio. He is a global business celebrity, speaker, best-selling author, and Chairman of C-Suite Network. Hayzlett is a well-traveled public speaker, the author of four bestselling business books, The Mirror Test, Running the Gauntlet, Think Big, Act Bigger: The Rewards of Being Relentless. and The Hero Factor: How Great Leaders Transform Organizations and Create Winning Cultures. Jeffrey joins Justin to discuss all of this and more!
Helen Hall is the founder of Blender Bombs - a nutrient-dense, superfood "bomb" designed to make your smoothie a meal replacement or to be eaten as a power snack. Ingredients include chia seed, hemp seed, flaxseed, walnuts, pecans, dates, almonds, bee pollen, local honey, and more! This fast-growing start-up is making snacking on the go, bomb better! Helen joins Justin to discuss starting and growing this "explosive" business.
wanu water (water + nutrients) is the first-to-market, best-selling nutrient-infused water packed with 10 essential vitamins including 24% of your daily fiber that provides natural energy to boost your metabolism, support a healthy immune system and quench your appetite while you hydrate. At zero calories and zero net carbs, each bottle has 7g of plant-based prebiotic fiber in one bottle and zero sugar or artificial sweeteners making it the easiest way to fuel your body. Founder and CEO Todd O’Gara joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business!
Headquarters (HQ) is a newly formed strategic advisory studio which launched a revolutionary approach and suite of services to help cannabis entrepreneurs enter, build, scale, and unlock accelerated growth in California's multi billion-dollar market. Co-founder and CEO, Daniel Abrahami joins Justin to discuss the cannabis market and building the business.
Laumiere Gourmet Fruits, an innovative food brand, explores the connection between luxury and nature in an ongoing quest to combine gourmet excellence with a healthy lifestyle. Co-Founders Vivek Sharma and Varun Sharma join Justin to discuss these amazing treats and building the brand!
Forager is an early stage startup with a social mission of making locally sourced food more widely available to all. Forager has been recognized by Forbes as one of a handful of little known startups to transform a multi-billion industry and by Fast Company as one of the Top 50 most innovative enterprises affecting social good in America. Serial entrepreneur David Stone joins Justin to discuss Forager as well as his history of building successful businesses.
Salvador Santana, son of the legendary ten-time Grammy winning guitarist Carlos Santana, has been a creator and entrepreneur for his entire life. Coming from a long family line of musical innovators, the passion to do things outside of the norm runs in his veins, which has translated to unique successes. His most recent venture is focused on the cannabis industry. Salvador is the founder of VAYA, a socially-conscious lifestyle cannabis flower brand, which takes an all-natural, spiritual feminist tone driven from African (Yoruba) and Mexican indigenous roots. Salvador joins Justin to discuss music, Cannabis, and harnessing positive energy to make a difference.
Ganja Goddess describes themselves as the “best cannabis delivery service in California, delivering cannabis with personalized customer care since 2011.” The Cannabis product market is booming and Tara Wells joins Justin to discuss the market as well as launching and “growing” this new brand!
Routific is a leading route optimization platform that saves last-mile delivery businesses time and fuel. Routific's strength is in its proprietary algorithm and excellent user experience. Co-founder Suzanne Ma joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business.
Bio Bidet manufactures modern solutions for “primitive” bathroom challenges and has become America’s most popular wholesaler and retailer of bidets. Founded on the principle that “water does it better,” Bio Bidet has achieved 400% year-over-year revenue growth from 2019 to 2020. CMO and bidet industry expert James Amburgey joins Justin for part 2 of their discussion on the industry and Bio Bidet products!
Agricycle’s mission is to transform waste into opportunity. Agricycle works with a network of 35,000 smallholder farmers around the world to source upcycled products. Agricycle upcycles food that would otherwise go to waste to create ethically-sourced, upcycled brands. One brand, Jali Fruit Co, sources its naturally dried fruit from excess fruit farmers cannot sell at local markets. Claire Friona, co-founder and portfolio manager, joins Justin to discuss this global impact business.
Doesn’t everyone deserve to look good while wearing an affordable pair of glasses? Thus, Zenni was born in the San Francisco Bay Area - a natural fit in the home of forward-thinking, tech-savvy companies. The mission was clear: Give people glasses they can actually afford but still make them look like a million bucks. It started small, a little company with big ideas, but it quickly grew into a phenomenon! Chief Product Office Bai Gan joins Justin to discuss the brand and how it is growing with consumers!
HowGood is a mission-driven, independent research company with the largest database on food and personal care product sustainability in the industry. With 1,000,000+ products rated, HowGood helps leading retailers and brands improve their environmental and social impact. Typically, brands spend years in R&D figuring out the right mix of ingredients and now, they can get immediate access to a range of insights during product development. CEO and co-founder Alexander Gillett joins Justin to discuss building and growing the business.
Sküma is a UK-based consumer products company that plans on disrupting and transforming the bottled water industry. Their innovative new device promotes the use of tap water rather than buying bottled water by purifying it and adding a specific amount of trace minerals. Co-Founder Alex Mahe joins Justin to discuss launching this new brand in the water category.
Sprecher is a craft beverage manufacturer, focusing on handcrafting soft drinks with rich, creamy flavors since 1985. Sprecher manufactures a broad set of beverage brands from Root Beer to Cream Soda and Valencia Orange water. Come thirsty to this episode as Sprecher’s CEO Sharad Chadha joins Justin to discuss growing this beverage brand.
Unbound Merino was created by three lifelong friends who were drawn to the incredible natural benefits of Merino wool. The fabric was perfectly suited for travel, but it was typically designed as high performance outdoor activewear, with flashy logos and unnecessary embellishments. They wanted something that did that and also looked great at a restaurant, in a museum, at a rock concert and out on the town. And thus, Unbound Merino was born. Dan Demsky, co-founder, joins Justin to discuss launching the initial crowdfunding campaign and fueling the fast-growing business.
Begun as an on-line eBay store, the Posh Puppy Boutique went from just selling dog clothing to now carrying a broad range of products and earning the #1 dog boutique ranking on Google. Founder and CEO Jennifer Kirk joins Justin to discuss launching and growing this ecommerce star!
Intellibed is the biggest disruption to the mattress industry in over two decades. The Intellibed is the only mattress in the world that is both firm and soft at the same time. How is that even possible...through it’s patented Gel Matrix technology. CEO Colin House joins Justin to discuss the brand, company growth, and his path as a leader and entrepreneur.
Mike Berland is the founder & CEO of research, data, and analytics firm Decode M and is an expert on how people think and behave as consumers, voters, and decision-makers. His new book Maximum Momentum: How to Get It, How to Keep It looks at the drivers of momentum, how to master them, and how to gain and keep it in order to turn crisis into opportunity. Mike joins Justin to discuss how campaigns and companies can leverage data to drive momentum.
charity: water is a non-profit organization bringing clean and safe drinking water to people in developing countries. The organization’s impact can be observed globally as they have funded 56k+ water projects for over 11 million people around the world. MZ Goodman joins Justin to discuss “The Spring” (which is the community of monthly donors bringing clean water to people in need) and their new Lifetime Impact product.
Bio Bidet manufactures modern solutions for “primitive” bathroom challenges and has become America’s most popular wholesaler and retailer of bidets. Founded on the principle that “water does it better,” Bio Bidet has achieved 400% year-over-year revenue growth from 2019 to 2020. CMO and bidet industry expert James Amburgey joins Justin to discuss the industry and Bio Bidet products!
Inspired by the culture and vibe of Miami, Fun Wine builds their brand influenced by art, fashion, and music. Because Fun Wine believes wine should be FUN and not complicated. With that in mind, and to break through the traditional wine mentality, Fun Wine decided to rethink wine by focusing on three main pillars: Flavor, Packaging & Price. CEO and Founder Joe Peleg joins Justin to discuss launching this seriously “fun” brand!
Synctuition is a top-three mindfulness app in the US and the home of its founders, Estonia. Following in the footsteps of a large roster of tech businesses to flourish globally from Estonia, the app is also the fastest-growing in the UK and is providing a more advanced alternative to market leaders Calm & Headspace. COO and Co-Founder Mike Burich joins Justin to discuss the app, growing the business, the importance of self-discovery and more!
Named by Fast Company as one of the World's Most Innovative Companies in 2019, Hunt A Killer is an immersive murder mystery game that challenges players to catch a killer through interactive monthly membership boxes and premium one-time experiences—allowing thrill-seeking minds to solve a series of ongoing fictional murder mysteries. Co-founder and CEO, Ryan Hogan joins Justin to discuss building a story-driven brand!
Pasta Life provides thirsty consumers around the world with an eco-friendly drinking straw solution they can love. Pasta Life straws last 40+ minutes in cold beverages and are available in 8 colors made from plants and veggies and 3 sizes to accommodate any drinking occasion. Co-founders Anthony Barresi and Dave Sedacca join Justin to discuss launching the business!
Graham Farrar is the president of Glass House Group, a vertically integrated supplier and branding company for cannabis products, based in California. Glass House Group owns and operates Glass House Farms 500,000 sq feet growing operations. Graham joins Justin to discuss the cannabis industry and growing a business in this space.
Chief Executive Boss Lady of Eat My Words, Alexandra Watkins is a leading and outspoken authority on brand names. Alexandra first got hooked on naming in 2003 when Gap hired her to create names for their first line of body care products. Soon after, with her fresh, unconventional naming style, Alexandra became a go-to resource for leading branding and naming firms around the country. Alexandra joins Justin to discuss the SMILE, the SCRATCH, and much more!
Have you ever wanted a glass of wine but didn’t want to open an entire bottle?! Or ever wish you had just had a glass instead of the entire bottle?! Just Enough Wines is solving this problem by creating premium, great-tasting wine in the convenience of a can. CEO and co-founder Jessica Hershfield joins Justin to discuss launching this new brand!
The hard seltzer beverage category is on fire! And Tolago Hard Seltzer is taking a unique approach to consumer engagement, brand-building, and beverage profile. CEO Nick Greeninger joins Justin to discuss launching the business and keys to growth!
Good brand is just good business. Brand is the intentional leader’s North Star. It helps us engage customers and employees, unleash our competitive advantage, and fuel enduring growth. And yet, despite this power, brand is grossly underused. Lindsay Pedersen joins Justin to break down the nine criteria for an ironclad brand strategy!
Good brand is just good business. Brand is the intentional leader’s North Star. It helps us engage customers and employees, unleash our competitive advantage, and fuel enduring growth. And yet, despite this power, brand is grossly underused. Lindsay Pedersen deconstructs what brand is and why it is indispensable for leaders in this episode of the ContenderCast.
CBD is a different experience for everyone. And ALTWELL is putting the consumer needs at the center of everything they do. ALTWELL is driven by helping consumers live each day with comfort and calm. It’s their purpose. Their expertise in crafting unique flavors has proven to be paramount in their mission to make CBD infused products taste great. CEO, Amy McDonald joins Justin for Part 2 to discuss the CBD market, ALTWELL’S background and history, and keys to growth!
CBD is a different experience for everyone. And ALTWELL is putting the consumer needs at the center of everything they do. ALTWELL is driven by helping consumers live each day with comfort and calm. It’s their purpose. Their expertise in crafting unique flavors has proven to be paramount in their mission to make CBD infused products taste great. CEO, Amy McDonald joins Justin to discuss the CBD market, ALTWELL’S background and history, and keys to growth!
Kelley Higney is the founder and CEO of Bug Bite Thing - a rising star in the consumer goods world with a product solving the insect bite issue! As Bug Bite Thing is on its way to becoming a global household name, including successfully navigating an appearance on Shark Tank, Higney hopes to inspire other mom-preneurs to pursue their dreams and to start their own business. Kelley joins Justin to share her story!
Milwaukee Boot Company is named for the figures and landmarks that have helped make Milwaukee what it is today. MBC’s boots are a hand-crafted nod to the city’s wealth of industry and work ethic. They’re made for those who crave real craftsmanship. Those who work with their hands and are fearless when it comes to failure. For those who hold on to true grit, determination, and will be damned if their boots don’t follow suit. Come ready to shop as Mark Kohlenberg, CEO, joins Justin to discuss this awesome new brand!
Peter Kozodoy is an Inc. 5000 serial entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and business coach who works with organizations and their leaders to help them overcome self-limiting bullsh*t and use brutal honesty to achieve massive success. He is the author of Honest to Greatness, and currently serves as CEO of his newest startup, Stradeso. Peter joins Justin to “honestly” discuss his entrepreneurial path and new book!
Nir Bashan is a world-renowned creativity expert. He has taught thousands of leaders and individuals around the globe how to harness the power of creativity to improve profitability, increase sales, improve customer service and ultimately create more meaning in their work. Nir has spent the last two decades working on a formula to codify creativity and joins Justin to discuss his new book.
If you love animals, are single, and want to meet your significant dog and/or cat-loving significant other, this episode is for you! Leigh Isaacson (co-founder of Dig-The Dog Person's Dating App and Tabby-The Cat Person's Dating App) joins Justin to discuss the company, growing the business, and adding the cat app!
Rick Cottrell is the CEO of BizResults.com, an award-winning business growth consultancy helping business owners reach scalable and predictable growth. Rick joins Justin to discuss getting the right talent in the right seats for growth, coming out of Covid with positive momentum, and more.
Somrus Chai! Somrus Mango! Come thirsty to this podcast episode. Justin is joined by Monica Badlani (COO at The House of Somrus) as she shares secrets behind the world's fastest growing line of India-inspired liqueurs!
Josh Rovner is the author of Unbreak the System: Diagnosing and Curing the Ten Critical Flaws in Your Company. In the book, Josh covers everything from organizational blind spots to dysfunctional infrastructure. Josh joins Justin to unpack the big ideas in this new leadership book!
Meet the one-stop solution company improving sleep health worldwide. Most people have been left in the dark when it comes to all the different health issues impacted by sleep. Nox Health provides a single platform to help companies and their employees address sleep disorders. John Letter, President and COO, joins Justin to discuss.
Petal is the world's first freezer disposal that naturally stops rot, eliminates odors and prevents the spread of germs before they start. Meet the new revolution in trash and diaper bins. David M. M. Taffet, CEO, joins Justin to discuss this consumer products startup.
The college admissions process has been turned upside-down just like most other processes, routines, and standards thanks to Covid-19. Rick Clark is the Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Georgia Tech and author of The Truth About College Admissions: A Family Guide to Getting In and Staying Together. Rick joins Justin to discuss impacts to the college admissions process and provides coaching and guidance for those about to enter the process in the upcoming year.
Saturdays in the South will not be the same this year. College football could / might be played and there are many elements to consider in planning to kick off a “safe” season. Mr. College Football (aka Tony Barnhart) joins Justin to provide his annual Fall preview on the ContenderCast.
Umberto Luchini is the founder and proprietor of Wolf Spirit LLC, a company that develops and owns spirit brands such as Blood x Sweat x Teams Vodka and Tom of Finland organic vodka. Umberto joins Justin for his second visit to the ContenderCast to discuss his company’s new brand in the bourbon space – Puncher’s Chance.
Food and drink on the go!? Yes…with GoLidZ! Founder and CEO Bonnie Strominger joins Justin to discuss launching GoLidZ, building the brand, and bringing the product to the food and beverage industry in this best-of-ContenderCast episode!
Yes, you can learn the skills to effectively lead people, organizations, and employees. With the right motivation and knowledge, you can be a leader who knows what it takes to succeed. Throughout his extensive experience in training leaders, author Alain Hunkins discovered that many leaders shared a common trait. They were mainly focused on what they were doing but not so focused on how they were doing it, especially when it came to working with other people. In his new book, Alain shares three Master Keys to cracking the leadership code. Alain joins Justin to discuss.
Jhillika Kumar was the winner of the Georgia Tech Student of Vision Award and Ferst Entrepreneurship and Leadership Scholarship for her work with her startup at Georgia Tech, to improve the lives of those living with a disability and changing the stigma of cognitive competence in the autistic community. As an emerging technologist, she aims to raise awareness that accessibility has empowered entire communities of untapped potential. She is the founder of Mentra and an advocate for those with disabilities. Jhillika joins Justin to discuss all of this and more!
Anthony Sarandrea started off door knocking and built his company to $100k/day with over 1M customers a year. He is recognized as one of the top lead generators in the world, running a team that specializes in driving thousands of inbound phone calls daily across a number of verticals including health, finance, legal, and education. He is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and philanthropist and is the founder of SiteFlood. Anthony joins Justin to discuss marketing, personal brand, 55 minutes that could change your business, and more!
Roderic Yapp is a former Royal Marine Officer and the founder of Leadership Forces, a program that takes the high-performance principles of the Royal Marines and applies it to leadership development. Rod has exemplified leadership on the front lines (literally) in Afghanistan and Libya and now uses that experience in order to develop leaders within organizations such as Land Rover, HSBC, and NATO. Rod joins Justin to discuss bringing leadership forces to life.
Maxwell Cohen is the founder and CEO of Peel Away Labs, the innovative start-up company that developed Peelaways, the bedding industry’s first multilayered, disposable, waterproof fitted sheet designed for the home, industrial and healthcare markets. Maxwell joins Justin to discuss how he started the company and how he is growing it globally. Maxwell joins Justin to share his insights on launching the business on this best-of-ContenderCast episode!
To quote Mike Yeo, “Receiving solid advice from someone with no skin in the game and no expectations is so helpful. Pro/spur’s coaching style would be beneficial to every Head Coach in pro sports. Any top-notch Head Coach can run a good practice; today, it’s about culture and communication. Pro/spur is very helpful with both.” John Hartwig joins Justin to discuss launching and growing this “winning” business!
Robbie Kellman Baxter is the world's leading expert on subscription pricing and membership models and also the author of The Membership Economy and The Forever Transaction. Robbie joins Justin to discuss her new book.
Leadership & Life Hacks is the perfect guidebook for anyone hungry to be more efficient and effective. Alyssa Rapp takes you into the boardroom and into her own home, providing invaluable strategies for everything from leading a meeting with key stakeholders and managing a household, to answering emails and taking colleagues to rock concerts. It’s The 4-Hour Workweek meets Emily Post. Alyssa joins Justin to discuss.
Stash Tea. Tazo Tea. Wonder Drink Kombucha. Extraordinary brands. And all founded or co-founded by a visionary leader – Steve Lee. Steve joins Justin to discuss the evolution of these brands, the tea beverage category, and discovering Kombucha.
Social Sparkling Wine is a truly clean, organic, low-calorie, gluten and sulfite-free sparkling sake rice wine now available in more 4,000 retail locations nationwide. Leah Caplanis joins Justin to discuss her experience launching and growing the business. It's time to enjoy alcohol without compromising your healthy habits! Leah joins Justin to share her insights on launching the business on this best-of-ContenderCast episode.
Originally a UCLA professor of psychiatry for over 25 years, and a former FBI and police hostage negotiation trainer, Dr. Mark Goulston’s expertise has been forged and proven in the crucible of real-life, high stakes situations. An influencer who helps influencers become more influential, his unique background has made him an indispensable and sought after resource and change facilitator to Fortune 500 leaders, entrepreneurs, and educators across the nation. Mark joins Justin to discuss leadership, psychiatry, and COVID-19.
Maxwell-Scott is a family-run business based in the historic cathedral city of York in North Yorkshire. Despite honoring traditional craftsmanship, Maxwell-Scott is an eCommerce business that aspires to be at the very forefront of the digital age. With eight websites worldwide, the culturally diverse team works with every corner of the globe, from France to Australia! William Scott Forshaw, CEO and Founder, joins Justin to discuss the business.
"The Consumer Markets have never experienced disruption at a faster pace than at this very moment, with implications, actions, and opportunities to serve. In a phrase, we are faced now with the ultimate “Black Swan” where business as usual is no longer an option. New technologies, changing consumer demands and digital-first companies will be in the vanguard, as should we all. As such, we can no longer talk about individual solutions and projects in isolation, we must work together, to solve for today and tomorrow!" - Michael Forhez. Michael has extensive, deep and diverse retail and consumer products sector experience and joins Justin to discuss.
Basia and Courtney Gillespie are co-founders at Life’s Grape – a family-owned, California-grown brand of vine-dried grapes (yes, they are technically raisins). Because their signature Selma Pete grapes used to make the product are dried directly on the vine rather than the ground like most raisins, they translate into a product with more flavor, nutrition and juiciness. Come hungry to this episode of the ContenderCast as we unpack a “grape” idea!
Sherry Stewart Deutschmann founded her first venture, LetterLogic, in her basement and grew it to a $40 million company by putting her employees first and creating an empathetic work culture. Sherry initiated a practice called "Lunch with Lucy" where any employee could invite "Lucy" (Sherry's midday moniker) to lunch as a coworker and she credits this approach with the success of her company. She wrote "Lunch with Lucy" to share her insights into transformational leadership through empathy. Sherry joins Justin to talk about her business practices and new book.
Stephen Opie and Charlotte Heim are the co-founders of Sweetmobility. With their combined insights and skills, they are delivering products that support mobility with decorative style. Sweetmobility’s first product, CaneWraps, is a product set to help people who want to stay active and be seen as an individual. Stephen and Charlotte join Justin to discuss this new product!
Known as the Disaster Avoidance Expert, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky is on a mission to protect leaders from dangerous judgment errors known as cognitive biases, which devastate bottom lines and bring down high-flying careers. His expertise and passion is developing the most effective and profitable decision-making strategies, based on pragmatic business experience and cutting-edge behavioral economics and cognitive neuroscience, to empower leaders to avoid business disasters and maximize their bottom lines. Gleb joins Justin to discuss his new book and COVID-19
Rick Clark, Georgia Tech’s director of undergraduate admissions joins Justin to discuss the college admissions process – tactics that work and a few that don’t!! Rick joins Justin to share his admissions experiences on this best-of-ContenderCast episode.
Kaihan Krippendorff is the founder and CEO of Outthinker and bestselling author of Driving Innovation from Within: A Guide for Internal Entrepreneurs. Driving Innovation from Within provides the toolkit, frameworks, and know-how that leaders need to transform their organizations and drive growth by activating employee-driven innovation and entrepreneurship. Kaihan joins Justin to discuss all things innovation!
For the past 15 years, "DreAllDay" (Dre Baldwin) has changed the lives of over 60 million entrepreneurs, athletes and business professionals, sold thousands of copies of his books, courses and programs, pioneered personal branding through content, and built a business that helps tens of thousands of people master their "Game" in business, sports and in life, from the inside-out. Dre joins Justin to discuss his book “Work On Your Game: Use The Pro Athlete Mindset To Dominate Your Game In Business, Sports, and Life.”
Carol Sanford is a recognized thought-leader working side by side with Fortune 500 and new economy executives in designing and leading systemic business change and design. Through her university and in-house educational offerings, global speaking platforms, multi-award-winning books, and human development work, Carol works with executive leaders who see the possibility to change the nature of work through developing people and work systems that ignite motivation everywhere.
Anne Carlson is the founder and CEO of Jiminy’s LLC. Anne decided one day that while she enjoyed working in the pet industry, she wanted to be a part of something that made a positive impact on the environment and on pet health, so she founded Jiminy’s dog treats. They come in a variety of different flavor combinations, and contain all-natural dog-friendly ingredients, including CRICKET (yes!) protein powder, which is found to be an actual superfood! Anne joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business.
Janece Shaffer is an award-winning and internationally produced playwright and has written more than a dozen works. Janece has translated her story-telling expertise into a business collaborating with companies and individuals to create impactful stories for professional success and also a class at Georgia Tech. Janece joins Justin to share her story on this best-of-ContenderCast episode.
Raymond D. "Ray" Zinn is an inventor, entrepreneur and published author. In addition to a number of significant inventions improving wireless radio (RF) communication and voltage/power regulation devices, he is also the longest-serving Chief Executive Officer of a Silicon Valley company (Micrel Corporation). Ray joins Justin to discuss his experience creating a winning business and winning with employees and staff.
Captain David Marquet imagines a workplace where everyone engages and contributes their full intellectual capacity, a place where people are healthier and happier because they have more control over their work—a place where everyone is a leader. David is the best-selling author of Turn The Ship Around: A True Story Of Turning Followers Into Leaders and his newest book, Leadership Is Language: The Hidden Power Of What You Say - And What You Don't. David joins Justin to discuss intent-based leadership!
Max Berg is one of the founders of Eliqs, a start-up that creates custom-designed craft beverage cans for any occasion worth celebrating. Max joins Justin to discuss launching and growing this unique beverage start-up!
Dan Chan Master Magician is an internationally renowned, award-winning magician whose magic has taken him all over the world. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Dan is regarded as one of the nation's top corporate magicians and performs at events for thought leaders and influencers worldwide. Dan Chan Presents is the ultimate entertainment experience, featuring world-class sleight of hand, playful pick-pocketing, and thoughtful sleight of mind. Dan joins Justin to discuss building the family magic business!
Ever thought of starting a business in the garbage space?! Tom Szaky did – from Princeton dorm room to global business leader – he’s built one of the most innovative global recycling companies focused on recycling hard-to-recycle waste. Tom joins Justin to discuss launching, growing and evolving the business. Enjoy this “best-of-ContenderCast” episode.
The Clean Pet Food Revolution lifts the lid on the current pet food industry: its claims of what constitutes a “natural” diet for pets, its shocking record on animal welfare, and its devastating effect on the environment and climate change. The book explodes myths about “grain-free” diets, protein intake, and what our pets “want.” Finally, it details the many exciting scientific developments in alternative proteins. Ryan Bethencourt joins Justin to discuss the book.
Bryan Falchuk is a life and executive coach, public speaker, C-level executive and the best-selling author of "Do a Day," in which he teaches people how to overcome challenges and achieve goals. His most recent book, "The 50 75 100 Solution: Build Better Relationships," deals with an issue all of us face – tough relationships – and shares a path to making them more supportive, productive, happy and overall, better. Bryan joins Justin to discuss.
Rick Clark is the Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Georgia Tech and author of The Truth About College Admissions: A Family Guide to Getting In and Staying Together. Rick joins Justin for part 2 of their conversation on the college admissions process!
Michael O’Brien is a business leadership coach, speaker and two-time, best-selling author including his most recent book, My Last Bad Day Shift: How To Prevent Bad Moments From Turning Into Bad Days. Michael helps elevate leaders by preventing bad moments from turning into bad days. Michael joins Justin for part 2 of their conversation – this episode focused on conversational intelligence.
Connection Creator, Speaker, Trainer, Coach, Author and CEO - Michelle Tillis Lederman is a people expert who inspires organizations and individuals to build real relationships and get real results. Having worked with organizations large and small, she’s identified the common struggle…it’s people challenges. Michelle joins Justin for Part 2 of their “connector” conversation!
What do you do with an idea!? The answer is in today’s podcast! Inventor Brian Fried is a product inventor, author, radio host, consultant and Executive Director of the United Inventors Association (UIA). He is the author of Inventing Secrets Revealed, You & Your Big Ideas and Invention Playbook for Inventors with Big Ideas. Brian joins Justin to discuss bringing ideas to life. Enjoy this “best-of-ContenderCast” episode.
Have you ever thought about being a tattoo artist? Celebrity tattoo artist Dillon Forte isn’t just doing it, he is setting the standard in the space. Dillon is the founder of Sri Yantra tattoo studio. And even finding new ways to do it in an environmentally friendly way. Dillon joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business.
Totem is a truly unique, fun and only positive self-discovery conversation card game. The game helps players discover their strengths and qualities through other people’s eyes. Totem creator Jade Tremblay joins Justin to discuss the game and how it can be used with family, friends, teams, and groups!
Joe Flinn is a Cofounder of Empowered Eyewear – a company centered on providing a solution to the problem of interchangeable eyewear frames. Now no one needs to settle for one look. Customizable eyewear is finally here. Joe joins Justin to discuss launching the business.
Clay Scroggins is the lead pastor at Buckhead Church and joined Justin on the podcast to discuss his then-new book, "How to Lead When You're Not in Charge: Leveraging Influence When You Lack Authority." Enjoy this “best-of-ContenderCast” episode.
Michael O’Brien is a business leadership coach, speaker and two-time, best-selling author. Michael helps elevate leaders by preventing bad moments from turning into bad days. Michael joins Justin to discuss both his first and second books – and most importantly, how to “shift” your mindset in dealing with setbacks.
Methodology is a personalized meal delivery service that brings fresh, delicious, nutritionally-designed and ready to eat meals tailored to your diet straight to your home or office. The meals are all pre-cooked with the highest quality ingredients, making eating a clean meal a no-brainer. Founder and CEO Julie Nguyen joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business.
Randy Ginsburg’s new book focuses on the stories and psychology behind a group of both highly diverse and successful entrepreneurs who were bullied in adolescence. All of these individuals have overcome the aggressors from their past and used their negative experiences as stepping stones for personal and entrepreneurial growth. Randy joins Justin to discuss the book.
Plaine Products is one family's answer to the earth's single-use plastic crisis. Offering a line of toxin-free personal care products on a per-item or subscription basis, Plaine Products come in aluminum bottles that can be sent back and refilled time after time. Lindsey McCoy joins Justin to discuss co-founding and building the business.
Frank V. Fiume II is a pioneer in the franchise industry and the founder of i9 Sports—the nation’s leading franchisor of youth leagues and camps. In his new book, Running With My Head Down, Frank shares his inspirational story of his search for purpose and meaning. Frank joins Justin to discuss his new book.
No more excuses for not having time in the week to pursue your passions, spend time with the family, or explore your creative endeavors. Time management and productivity author, speaker and all-around expert Laura Vanderkam joins Justin to discuss her insights on making the most of your 168 hour week.
There was never really a plan for King of Pops. It started as a conversation that three brothers were having on an epic trip through Central America. Over the years, that conversation turned into a dream and when the youngest of the three, Steven, was laid off from his corporate job during the Great Recession – that dream became a reality. Steven Carse joins Justin Honaman and Taj Akmal to discuss how the business has evolved and grown! Grab a Pop!
Former portfolio and hedge-fund manager turned leadership author and global financial thought-leader, Joel Salomon, returns to the ContenderCast to discuss his new book!
Will Nitze is the Founder and CEO of IQ BAR, a Boston-based brain and body nutrition company. After studying psychology as an undergrad at Harvard, Will became fascinated with the human brain and how it functions. After countless iterations in his kitchen, he launched a successful Kickstarter campaign in late 2017 and launched IQ BAR. Today, IQ BAR is in national distribution and growing rapidly. Will joins Justin to discuss launching the business.
Nanobubble technology is the first aeration device registered with the Environmental Protection Agency for the natural elimination of Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs), which can spread dangerous toxins in recreational lakes and ponds. The scientific community believes that exposure to these toxins may lead to the development of neurological diseases like ALS, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's later in life. Until now, the only solution for HABs and other nuisance algae was pesticide use - so this is an extremely exciting step towards sustainability in our communities! Bo Burns, an aquatic biologist with SOLitude Lake Management joins Justin to discuss.
DYLN, is a company that creates reusable water bottles that turn water into alkaline water. Since 2015, DYLN has eliminated more than 80 million plastic bottles worldwide by preventing the need to buy single-use alkaline bottles. Dorian Ayres is the founder of the company and his life journey and the story of the brand are both very inspiring. Dorian joins Justin to discuss building the business, preserving the environment, and inspire healthy lives, one bottle at a time.
Julie Austin is an award-winning author, inventor, futurist, and innovation keynote speaker. Her patented product, swiggies, wrist water bottles, have been a NASDAQ product of the year semi-finalist and are currently sold in 24 countries. Julie joins Justin to discuss innovation trends and how to plant seeds for a lifetime of income!
Daisy Jing, a YouTube vlogger (with 70+M views) and young entrepreneur who founded and bootstrapped a now multi-million beauty product line named Banish, joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business and how her YouTube channel drives activity and sales.
Nationwide, approximately 125 million used tennis balls wind up in America’s landfills every year. That is 20,000 metric tons of methane-producing, near non-decomposable rubber waste. U.S. tennis players recognize this as a significant environmental problem that no longer represents their sport. Derrick Senior, Founder and CEO of Recycleballs, joins Justin to discuss building the business.
Wild Earth is challenging the status quo with clean, sustainable, plant-based protein pet food made without animal ingredients and their mission is to provide healthier foods for our pets. Ryan Bethencourt, founder and CEO, joins Justin to discuss launching the business, the dog food market, and his experience on Shark Tank!
Eagle Pen Company is a provider of luxury fountain and rollerball pens to writers, art collectors, and history lovers. Their focus is building beautiful, American-made pens that incorporate historical artifacts such as Wright Brothers’ material, wood and metal from Presidential estates, original bricks from the White House, etc. Jeremy Piper, co-founder and CEO, joins Justin to discuss growing the business (in the USA) and releasing their Apollo 11 pen.
Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Dixie Southern Vodka is the largest premium craft vodka produced in the Southeast United States and the 9th fastest growing spirit brand in the country as ranked in 2019 by the Beverage Information Group. Matti Anttila joins Justin to discuss his move from investment banking into the spirits business.
Could the magazine world be hungry for something new?! Absolutely, according to Laura Quick, CEO and Founder of Good Grit Magazine! GGM brings a new approach to meeting readers where they are and serving advertisers. Laura and team are passionate about stories that lie on the outskirts of mainstream media and curating the work and lives of makers, creatives, authors, podcasters, artists, leaders and those that capture the spirit of the vibrant South. Laura joins Justin to discuss launching the business.
Umberto Luchini is the founder and proprietor of Wolf Spirit LLC, a company which develops and owns spirit brands – such as Blood x Sweat x Teams Vodka of Eugene, OR -- as well as imports and markets others, such as Tom of Finland Organic Vodka from Finland. Umberto joins Justin to discuss launching and growing a new spirits brand. Che bello!
Rich Berens is the CEO of Root and author of What Are Your Blind Spots? Conquering The 5 Misconceptions That Hold Leaders Back. What Are Your Blind Spots equips you with the tools needed for a personal leadership reset. You’ll discover how to increase engagement, productivity, and growth in your own organization. This is an invaluable guide for executives, managers, team leaders, and human resource professionals looking for an effective way to engage and motivate employees at every level of an organization. Rich joins Justin to discuss the book.
Ben Braithwaite is the Owner and Brand Creator of ChickenGuard - producers of the ChickenGuard automatic coop door opener and the world’s first, self-locking door kit. Chicken keeping is on a steady rise throughout the world and with ChickenGuard, Chicken keepers don’t have to dash home at dusk to close the coop and keep their hens safe from predators, and they can even sleep later as the door opens automatically in the morning. Ben joins Justin to discuss chicken, eggs, and consumer products!
Michelle Tillis Lederman one of Forbes Top 25 Networking Experts, is the author of four books including the internationally known, The 11 Laws of Likability Nail the Interview, Land the Job; Heroes Get Hired and the #1 new release The Connectors Advantage: 7 Mindsets to Grow Your Influence and Impact Michelle is also a connection creator and CEO of Executive Essentials. Michelle joins Justin to discuss being a connector and application of her new book.
Adam Cole is an author, business leader and co-director of the Grant Park Academy of the Arts in Atlanta, Georgia. Adam’s new book focuses on helping business leaders improve team performance via a structured improvisation model. Adam shows how bandleaders get the most out of their teams and how to translate that into office interactions.
Bailey's Blossoms was born in 2009, at a kitchen table in Arizona, and was strictly hair accessories at first, but grew quickly into clothing and accessories as well. Bailey's Blossoms is now a multi-million dollar, socially driven ecommerce children's clothing line. Erin Hooley joins Justin to discuss launching and growing this ecommerce business.
Anne Beall is the CEO of Beall Research and author of Strategic Market Research: A Guide to Conducting Research that Drives Businesses. Anne joins Justin to discuss the book, how emotions influence purchasing, and even how animals and people help one another.
Adventurist Backpack Co. designs minimalist backpacks for travel, and for every backpack sold, they provide 25 meals to families in need across the country. Since their recent launch they have been able to provide over 75,000 meals to families in need across the U.S. Kelly Belknap joins Justin to discuss launching the business. You’ll want to opt outside with this backpack!
Beth Fynbo is an Army Veteran, full-time working mom, and came up with the first-ever placemat to keep toys in place! Time to end the toddler toss. Beth joins Justin to discuss creating the product and launching the business.
Ever thought about being a beekeeper? Or about using honey as a key ingredient for spirits? Claire Marin didn’t just think about it, she is doing it as founder and CEO of Catskill Provisions. Claire joins Justin to discuss how she turned her beekeeping hobby into an award-winning artisanal fine food and spirits business. Buzz!
BeatBox was founded by three millennial friends in 2011: their Party Punch was originally a blend of vodka, Crystal Light and cranberry juice served up in re-purposed Franziabags. A 2014 appearance on Shark Tank formalized things, as did the$1 million dollar investment from Mark Cuban. Co-Founder (and CMO/CXO) Brad Schultz joins Justin to discuss launching, growing and evolving the brand.
The mission at Fiddlestix Candy Company is to make people smile! You will be smiling too after you hear Stephanie Murray’s story. Stephanie joins Justin to talk lollipops and more on the Contendercast!
Moe Carrick, a best-selling author and Founder of Moementum, Inc., helps brave people do the hard things that make organizations great and benefit people, results, partners, the environment, and the community. Carrick seeks to help people thrive in the companies for which they work and grounds her approach in a unifying and undeniable truth: successful work is dependent on human relationships. Moe joins Justin to discuss her new book Bravespace Workplace: Making Your Company Fit for Human Life(Maven House).
Sisters Jacklyn and Cassie Collier were looking to give their parents a unique gift for the holidays. Finding nothing in the stores, they designed a board game from scratch, crafted with their own memories and family traditions. They converted that idea into a commercial game and join Justin to discuss launching this “bundle” of fun game and a new business.
Laura Whitaker is the Executive Director of Extra Special People (ESP) – an organization that serves children and young adults with developmental disabilities and their families through year-round thrive programs, family support, and community involvement. Laura joins Justin to discuss her leadership journey and future growth for this incredible organization.
Theo Lee is the CEO & Cofounder of KPOP Foods, a Korean food consumer packaged goods company. Theo spent four years working in finance and banking and then received his MBA from UCLA Anderson, where he focused on entrepreneurship. Theo and his co-founder, Mike Kim, started KPOP Foods while at UCLA Anderson and continue to focus on making KPOP Foods the premier Korean food brand for America. Theo joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business! Come hungry.
Social Sparkling Wine is a truly clean, organic, low-calorie, gluten and sulfite-free sparkling sake rice wine now available in more 4,000 retail locations nationwide. Leah Caplanis joins Justin to discuss her experience launching and growing the business. It's time to enjoy alcohol without compromising your healthy habits!
Greg Buzek is the Founder and President of IHL Group and one of the Founders of the Retail Orphan Initiative, a charitable foundation that seeks to help the 400 million orphaned and vulnerable children around the world. Greg joins Justin to discuss launching his business and this global charitable organization.
What do you do with an idea? Brian Fried is a product inventor, author, radio host, consultant and Executive Director of the United Inventors Association (UIA). He is the author of Inventing Secrets Revealed, You & Your Big Ideas and Invention Playbook for Inventors with Big Ideas. Brian joins Justin for Part 2 of a conversation centered on bringing product ideas to life.
Lara Hodgson is the Founder and CEO of NOW Corp. NOW’s mission is to create “A World without AR” for all businesses that sell to other businesses and governments – essentially redefining how businesses get paid. NOWaccount®, enables businesses to get paid immediately and partners with businesses to free-up cash-flow. Lara is a globally recognized business and entrepreneurship leader and joins Justin to discuss growing the business.
Léon & George, the trendsetter of indoor house plants, is providing the best experience in buying quality greens paired with architectural designer pots. Gorgeous, responsibly-sourced living plants are pre-potted and delivered right to your doorstep—thriving even when shipped across the country.Bring Nature Indoors: Premium plants, potted and delivered. Ron joins Justin to discuss launching the business.
Over the past 40 years, Tom Stanley and his daughter Sarah Stanley Fallaw have been involved in research examining how self-made, economically successful Americans became that way. Sarah Fallaw joins Justin to discuss her new book and strategies for building wealth.
Monique joins Justin to discuss their new line of get-to-know-you conversation card games, the New York Toy Fair, and more!
In 2008, G. Brian Benson followed a hunch and left his family’s golf center business, stepping into the unknown. Ever since, inspiration has followed. Letting intuition be his guide, he began to step out of his comfort zone and unexpected paths and talents started to emerge such as writing, acting, and crafting stories.Brian joins Justin to discuss his new success book.
MoveMe Activewear, inspired by and designed in the colorful and vibrant city of New Orleans Louisiana, is a high-quality brand that feels good, looks good and is proudly made in the USA.Cara Joseph joins Justin to discuss launching the activewear brand.
22 year-old Daniel “D” Katz is the founder of No Cow, the fast-growing brand of vegan, dairy-free protein bars. D has always been the curious, entrepreneurial, obsessive there’s-got-to-be-a-better-way type. The kind of kid that owns his own business at age 12. When he thinks of something, he goes out and does it. D joins Justin to discuss launching the business as well as his newest innovation, the No Cow Energy Bar.
Cathy Hotka connects retail leaders to advance the industry. After starting her career in the White House and on Capitol Hill, Cathy turned to association work. In her seven years at the National Retail Federation, she created the NRF CIO Council and NRFtech, which have changed the way CIOs converse. As one of the most connected people in retail, she established Cathy Hotka & Associates in 2002 to create a community for the retail industry that enabled better knowledge-sharing, constructive brainstorming, and new solutions to old issues. Cathy joins Justin to discuss Retail and growing her own business through relationships.
Adrian Salamunovic is a renowned growth hacker and one of the world's top experts in earned media and PR. He is a serial entrepreneur and the co-founder of CanvasPop. Adrian and co-author Cameron Herold have written an incredible new book called Free PR: How to Get Chased By The Press Without Hiring A PR Firm. Adrian joins Justin to discuss the world of marketing, PR and many of the strong concepts in his book.
Wynd Technologies, Inc. is based in Redwood City, California and was founded by Raymond Wu in 2014. Wynd creates products that help people breathe healthier air wherever they go. Ray joins Justin to discuss making the move from investment firm and strategy consultant to entrepreneur. Use code “WyndxContender” for 10% off orders.
TripOutside was founded by Julie and Reet Singh out of a shared enthusiasm for outdoor adventure and travel. TripOutside allows customers to discover top outdoor destinations and rent the gear they need to experience them. No more searching for and contacting shops, checking gear availability, booking over the phone, waiting for bikes, skis and kayaks to be prepared, and tedious waiver processes. Customers find their favorite activities and destinations on TripOutside.com and book their gear online quickly and easily. Julie joins Justin to discuss launching the business.
Urban Axes is the country’s leading indoor recreational axe throwing facility. Founded in 2016 in Philadelphia, PA by four friends, Urban Axes combines the excitement of axe throwing with friendly competition in a social atmosphere. Urban Axes is an experience unlike any other that everyone (21+) can enjoy and a founding member of the National Axe Throwing Federation (NATF). Krista Paton joins Justin to discuss leaving the corporate world to launch this exciting new entertainment concept.
What do you do with an idea!? The answer is in today’s podcast! Inventor Brian Fried is a product inventor, author, radio host, consultant and Executive Director of the United Inventors Association (UIA). He is the author of Inventing Secrets Revealed, You & Your Big Ideas, and Invention Playbook for Inventors with Big Ideas. Brian joins Justin to discuss bringing ideas to life.
DYLN, is a company that creates reusable water bottles that turn water into alkaline water. Since 2015, DYLN has eliminated more than 80 million plastic bottles worldwide by preventing the need to buy single-use alkaline bottles. Dorian Ayres is the founder of the company and his life journey and the story of the brand are both very inspiring. Dorian joins Justin to discuss building the business, preserving the environment, and inspire healthy lives, one bottle at a time.
Science fiction has become reality. Imagine downloading any electronic device that you want then printing it in minutes. That’s what’s possible with the Electronic Alchemy eForge. Dr. Chance Glenn joins Justin to discuss the 3D Printing industry, launching a NASA-backed business in the space, and the growth potential for the market.
For decades, the only cases available for contact lens wearers have been plastic, cheap and disposable. Not anymore. Meet the Lenspod. Entrepreneur, Avi Sharoni, wants to create a cleaner, greener and more premium option – Lenspod is one of the first innovations in contact lens storage in years. Avi joins Justin to discuss launching the business.
Kim Paciotti is a certified professional dog trainer; a canine scientist specializing in puppies. Her research within the field of puppy training led Kim to create The Empowered Puppy Program, an exciting approach to training the whole puppy- mentally, physically, and socially. Kim believes that solving the ongoing issue of dog surrenders to shelters and rescues begins with a solid foundation in puppyhood. Kim joins Justin to discuss building the business –one puppy at a time!
Tend is an innovative new event staffing platform that recently launched in the Los Angeles region. Tend is the first-ever digital marketplace for event staffing, connecting event hosts to a network of Tenders (bartenders, servers, and wait staff). Davis Waddell joins Justin to discuss launching this new marketplace.
Joe Meyer is the Founder & CEO of ExecThread – a premium, peer-to-peer job sharing network and the leading aggregator of unpublished executive-level job opportunities in the world. Joe joins Justin to discuss launching the business, and how his company is providing a level playing field for underrepresented professionals.
Janine Iannarelli is the Founder & President of Par Avion Ltd and is the top female representative selling and purchasing business aircraft internationally. Janine joins Justin to discuss launching and growing her business, the growth of business aviation, the importance of STEM/STEAM education and workforce development, and much more.
Wai-Loong Lim is founder and principal of Y Studios, a San Francisco-based design and research consultancy he launched with his wife/top design researcher in 2003. Wai is a hybrid creative: equally obsessed making 2-D and 3-D, spanning graphic, interface and industrial product design. He’s innovated the most successful consumer tech today includingTiVo, Sonos, and Philips, along with lifestyle and cultural groundbreakers—from footwear to coffee. Wai joins Justin to discuss product innovation and bringing ideas to life.
The Abele Group is a finance and technology company leading the financial industry into the digital age. It is made up of two subsidiary business units that work together leveraging blockchain and AI to increase security, efficiency, transparency and adoption of cryptocurrencies and digital assets. Phil Woods, Abele Group’s CEO, joins Justin to discuss launching this next-gen digital finance business.
Twenty-one years ago, founder and actor Lynne Lambert created the iconic NYC Subway Line under license from New York's MTA. Those cool products were her first foray into maps as art and include T-shirts and accessories featuring the NYC subway system. For years, customers had asked to create map-themed bags and other products for their locations. The concept is now reality with the new MAP'T GEAR division. Lynne joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business.
Maxwell Cohen is the founder and CEO of Peel Away Labs, the innovative start-up company that developed Peelaways, the bedding industry’s first multilayered, disposable, waterproof fitted sheet designed for the home, industrial and healthcare markets. Maxwell joins Justin to discuss how he started the company and how he is growing it globally.
Husband and wife duo Kathy Larchian and Marco Perry are the founders of Brooklyn-based design and invention firm PENSA—a visionary product design firm known for creating the most groundbreaking tech innovations today. Marco joins Justin to discuss product development and how PENSA brings ideas to life.
Americans use 500 Million straws every single day. And Miles Pepper and Emma Cohen decided to do something about it. They founded FinalStraw – a company centered on creating the world’s first reusable, collapsible straw. In business now for over a year, they raised nearly $2m in Kickstarter funding and have been on Shark Tank. Miles joins Justin to discuss this new high-growth business.
Career paths are not linear. Starting in healthcare, moving into Consumer Goods, and now in the Venture Capital products space, Doug Rammel has navigated the twists and turns and is helping to fuel growth with companies like Suavecito Tequila, Didgebridge, and more. Doug joins Justin to discuss the industry at the Consumer Goods Technology League of Leaders event.
Dan Barry believes brands should be more like the people we love and respect. Brands should have the ability to laugh at themselves and own their personality, but display strong character and live with purpose. Marc Skid was created to fulfill that mission. Dan joins Justin to discuss launching Marc Skid.
Picture a bike equipped with a freezer and/or sink, perfectly suited for catering or product sampling, and a cool alternative to a food truck or push cart. That’s what Ferla Bikes is bringing to the market. Their mission is to bring the entrepreneurial spirit to people looking to start their own small business, or expand their larger sized one. Feras Bashnak and Kaity O’Keefe join Justin to discuss growing the business.
A serial entrepreneur and part of Techstars 2018, Ori Zohar is the co-founder of Burlap & Barrel, the first comprehensive single origin spice company in the United States. Ori joins Justin to discuss launching Burlap and Barrel and the lessons learned in growing the business.
Well-Kept Beauty, a mobile platform empowering consumers to track and monitor cosmetic ingredients and performance was launched in the last year by Sheena Franklin. Sheena joins Justin to discuss making the move from lobbying, government relations, and political science to entrepreneurship.
As the author of The Membership Economy: Find Your Superusers, Master the Forever Transaction & Build Recurring Revenue, a book that has been named a top 5 Marketing Book of the Year by Inc.com, Robbie coined the popular business term ͞Membership Economy͟. Robbie joins Justin to discuss the Membership Economy and its impact on Consumer Goods and Retail companies.
If you like craft beer and pretzels, you will love hearing about the snack foods from Boardwalk Food Company! Andy Yochum joins Justin to discuss launching the business. Come hungry!
Imagine the possibilities…Uber for the skies! That’s the big idea behind GoSkyRyde. JB Adkins looks to build his brand as a flying taxi service with commercial small planes and pilots first, then add helicopters, then the same flying drones as Uber once they are Federally approved. JB joins Justin to discuss this high-flying start-up!
Eight years ago, Raymond King left the corporate world to lead Zoo Atlanta – one of the most recognized non-profits in Atlanta. Raymond took on many challenges in stabilizing the organization, increasing investment, setting a growth culture, establishing experience-centric opportunities for guests and putting animals first. Raymond joins Justin to discuss his leadership journey.
Janece Shaffer is an award-winning and internationally produced playwright and has written more than a dozen works. Janece has translated her story-telling expertise into a business collaborating with companies and individuals to create impactful stories for professional success and also a class at Georgia Tech. Janece joins Justin to share her story!
Nobody wants to think about being involved in an active shooter situation, but recent national tragedies remind us that the risk is real. Matt Materazo joins Justin to discuss building a business in the ballistic protection products space and launching a new consumer product PakProtect.
Known for their bustling tables, the sizzle of onions and garlic in the wok, and a wait time so legendary that customers start to line up before the doors even open, Burma Superstar and Burma Love restaurants are a San Francisco Bay Area institution! Desmond Tan joins Justin to discuss launching and growing Burmese restaurant destinations while delivering a memorable guest experience.
Mona Amodeo is an organizational development and change leader and brings a new perspective on branding in her new book Beyond Sizzle. Mona joins Justin to discuss igniting transformation by leveraging organization development principles and change management approaches as a new framework for leaders to manage their brands.
Have you ever thought about starting your own technology business? Are you well-versed in cloud computing and the trend that is fueling IT transformation today?! Merrick Olives and John Peak are passionate about this space and have built a booming business centered on culture, personal and professional development, delivering excellence, and building relationships with clients. They join Justin to discuss launching and growing Candid Partners.
Don Yaeger – a nationally acclaimed inspirational speaker, longtime Associate Editor of Sports Illustrated, and author of over 30 books, eleven of which have become New York Times Best-sellers – joins Justin to discuss what makes great leaders and great teams great!
It’s August. And it’s almost time for college football kickoff – for Fall Saturdays in the South! Tony Barnhart – Mr. College Football – joins Justin to discuss what to expect in the 2018-2019 season.
After a 38-year career at Hallmark, Wayne Strickland has many stories to share in building, leading, and evolving teams in a global brand organization. From marketing to sales to distribution – Wayne’s new book delivers stories helpful to any people leader. Wayne joins Justin to discuss Hallmark and his new book.
Budsies makes the world more huggable! Founded in 2013, Budsies delivers custom-sewn stuffed animals created from any drawing or photo! SO FUN! Alex joins Justin to discuss launching the business and building a stuffed animal lifestyle brand!
What brings guests to your business may not be enough to keep them coming back. The key to growth as a business, church, or a youth ministry is getting first-time guests to come back, so how can this be done? The Come Back Effect has the solutions every business leader needs to know to facilitate and maintain expansion. Jason joins Justin to discuss his new book.
Are you a mom that wants to work part-time and are having a difficult time finding companies that offer part-time roles? Irina Lunina was a full-time investment banking career-woman who decided to take time off to have kids. She wanted to work part-time and had a hard time finding opportunities – so she decided to do something about it! Irina joins Justin to discuss launching miramom.
Have you ever asked a friend, “Do you have a good photographer I can call for my engagement / wedding / family pics / new baby / etc?” Or are you a photographer looking to grow your business? Marianne McGinley is solving the problem of people needing photographers…and photographers looking to grow their business, with LokalPhoto. Marianne joins Justin to discuss launching the business.
Ever thought of starting a business in the garbage space?! Tom Szaky did – from Princeton dorm room to global business leader – he’s built one of the most innovative global recycling companies focused on recycling hard-to-recycle waste. Tom joins Justin to discuss launching, growing and evolving the business.
Imagine spending a day at sea with the crew of a US Navy vessel conducting drills and operations – and of course, taking in the leadership structure, model and principles in place across the US Navy. Monique joins Justin with Mike Raney – who leads community and public relations for the US Pacific Surface Fleet – to discuss the Leaders To Sea program aboard the USS Harpers Ferry. Go Navy!
Beso Del Sol is the fastest growing sangria in America and the #1 selling Spanish wine by-the-glass at restaurants in America. Larry Margolis joins Justin to discuss launching the brand, reaching national distribution, and expanding brand presence in a competitive industry.
How’s your deodorant working?! Rebecca So had a hard time finding a deodorant that works. Natural, chemical, clinical strength, roll-on, sticks, paste, cream, you name it – she’s tried them all. Most of them don’t last long or are just plain ineffective, especially on anxiety sweat. So, Rebecca decided to do something about it. Rebecca joins Justin to discuss launching the business, building a consumer products brand, and differentiating in a crowded market.
Gnarly Pepper is a custom spice blend company that pairs products with plain greek yogurt for a healthy, savory alternative to traditional dips and condiments. Sara Gotch joins Justin to discuss launching the brand…and how to join the “pepper people!” Yum!
Imagine NOT having to be home for your online shopping package delivery. Imagine NOT having to worry about theft or weather after your package is delivered. Packyge is a smart, last mile, location network built on the cloud – Jeff Mikos joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business.
Ever thought about making money storing other people’s stuff in the extra space in your home?! Or ever found yourself in need of storage space for all of your stuff? Meet Brandon Gotlieb and Mike Gargasz who are rethinking the storage market by bringing together "hosts" with others needing a place to store stuff.
Love dogs?! Single? Then you will love the new dating app that Leigh and Casey Isaacson have launched. Dig – the dog person’s dating app – combines two accelerating trends. While more people turn to dating apps every year, more singles are also getting pets. Leigh joins Justin to discuss the business – you will “dig” it!
Have you ever had a package delivered to your home only to have it lost, stolen or damaged AFTER delivery?! Nextpakk is looking to solve that problem by providing a service by which you choose when and where your package gets delivered – and is powered by Blockchain technology. Nextpakk’s CEO Lowell Fortune joins Justin to discuss.
Have you ever thought of being a voice actor?! Ever thought about the voices you hear on radio commercials, over ads in the grocery store, on the airport plane-train, on your phone – and wondered who owned those voices?! Meet Kelley Buttrick – a global award-winning voice over talent – and her team of make-it-happen tech guys James Madden and Zach McGee. All three join Justin to discuss building and launching the Time Your Script app.
Jessica Postiglione, Founder and CEO of OLIKA (the personal care company), is disrupting the $2.9B+ hand sanitizer market. Jessica joins Justin to discuss her path to entrepreneurship, launching Birdie, Minnie, and setting a path to growth in a hot market.
The most comfortable coffee mug ever! That’s what Allen and Diana Arseneau have done in launching Jamber. They join Justin to discuss launching the company, designing and manufacturing the product, building a brand, and making a positive difference. Grab a mug!
Liz Forkin Bohannon bought a one-way ticket to Uganda to study issues facing women and girls living in poverty and ended up starting a multi-million-dollar mission-centered business in the apparel space that is positively impacting the lives of others globally. Sseko Designs partners with existing artisan groups across East Africa to produce exquisitely crafted goods and is setting a new standard for transparency and connection between you and the hands and lives and stories behind your stuff!
Yes – we are talking rubber duckies on today’s podcast! CelebriDucks founder and CEO Craig Wolfe joins Justin to discuss building one of the top gift companies in the world. "Rub-a-dub-dub with stars in your tub!" Quack.
In a market disintermediated by the Apple Watch and other digital wristwear, James Reeves is ͞rebelling against the usual͟ and launching an exclusive watch brand –Diefendorff Watches. James joins Justin to discuss building the company and launching the brand. It’s time.
Justin and Monique discuss the importance of knowing your leadership style, preferences, behaviors, and actions – from the inside out.
Ever run in the cold weather?! If so, you will enjoy hearing all about Susan Clayton’s new product – WhitePaws RunMitts. Susan joins Justin to discuss launching the business, creating a consumer product, and navigating the manufacturing world.
After growing up in Cameroon, living on his own at age 13, and making his way to the United States, Fabien Edjou jumped into Supply Chain and HR before quitting his day job and launching his own business. Fabien joins Justin to discuss launching LeanServ and handtalog...and he shares his powerful leadership lessons.
Food and drink on the go? Yes...with GoLidZ! Bonnie Strominger joins Justin to discuss launching GoLidZ, building the brand, and bringing the product to the food and beverage industry.
Rick Clark, Georgia Tech’s director of undergraduate admissions joins Justin to discuss the college admissions process – tactics that work and a few that don’t!
Joel Salomon joins Justin to discuss his move from hedge fund manager to life coach and leading programs centered on mindful money management.
Social media listening is an abstract concept that isn't fully understood by higher education institutions. Liz Gross and her team at Campus Sonar give institutions the power to use social media listening to monitor and engage in the conversations that matter. Liz joins Justin to discuss launching the business and positively impacting higher ed.
Heather Vanek, the "un-stoner" joins Justin to discuss building a consumer products brand in the beauty space and how this "straight arrow" wound up working in the cannabis industry!
Justin and Monique discuss their new children’s book Bonus Dad! Bonus Mom! A Child’s Guide to Understanding The Role Of A Step-Parent.
Nikki Baird joins Justin to discuss Blockchain and other trends evolving in retail in 2018!
Ever thought about launching an agency? Think everyone that works at an agency is the “creative” type?! Think again. Kristin Marquet joins Justin to discuss launching the Creative Development Agency, FemFounder.co, her e-book The Profitable Founder, the value of analytics with marketing, and more!
What do digital marketing + personalization + video + sales / cold-calling have in common? Find out as Vito Santoro joins Justin to discuss launching an interactive video communication platform.
Sugar-free and fat-free candy?! Yep. Kenney Joyal has solved that challenge and launched Snowflakes Candy three years ago. He joins Justin to discuss launching a new consumer products brand – from kitchen to global brand – manufacturing healthier, incredible tasting confections.
Peter Shankman operates at the intersection of thinking on customer service, social media, PR, marketing, advertising. Peter is pure creativity with a dose of adventure and joins Justin to discuss launching a PR firm, HARO, and more.
Ulka Shrikhande joins Justin to discuss how to transform workplace productivity to profitability.
Want to grow big – grow through the strength of powerful relationships and partnerships? Then you need to know Mo. What started as a simple personal development idea has grown into a global company that is a leader in the business development competency space. Mo Bunnell joins Justin to discuss the art of business development.
We all know it. And we don’t want it. But we might someday need it! Mark Billion – the lawyer and software engineer – discusses the ins and outs of launching and growing the business.
No more excuses for not having time in the week to pursue your passions, spend time with the family, or explore your creative endeavors. Time management and productivity author, speaker and all-around expert Laura Vanderkam joins Justin to discuss her insights on making the most of your 168 hour week.
Ever thought about buying a small business? Or selling your own? Joel Keylor has and he’s created a marketplace to connect buyers and sellers.
"There’s another hour I won’t get back!" Exactly my thought after a poorly planned and executed meeting. Leigh Espy joins Justin to discuss meetings – and yes, meetings can be productive.
She has founded her own company. She has published a children’s book. She is a high-schooler bringing creativity and stories to life. Justin and Kiara Brown discuss pursuing an idea and bringing it to life.
Ever thought about starting a new business while you are doing your day job? Ryan did and he’s got great advice on how to make it happen. Ryan and Justin explore...the "side hustle"!
Helping entrepreneurs hustle, profit, expand, and inspire – that’s what Ash Kumra is doing as CEO of Youngry. Ash and Justin talk about this and the “movement” economy on today’s episode.
"There are two pains in life – the pain of discipline and the pain of regret. The first is temporary. The other lasts forever".
Justin and Coach Bill Curry discuss football and more in kicking off a new year on the ContenderCast.
Have you ever thought about quitting your day job to pursue an acting career? Goodbye hi-tech IBM job, hello TV commercials, serial shows, stand-up comedy, and mega-films. Meet Ravi Naidu –he’s a contender and winner in the entertainment industry.
Leadership Development. Culture. Organizational change. Tony Daloisio and Teresa Hargrave join Justin to discuss the business of leadership development and the art of working together in the industry.
Deborah Lippmann’s husband Jude Severin joins Justin to discuss building the Deborah Lippmann beauty brand (including sales and operations), success in the film business, and his acting, writing and producing credits.
If the title didn’t get your attention, this conversation will! Deborah Lippmann, one of the most sought-after manicurists in the world, as well as an innovative entrepreneur joins Justin to talk product development, brand-building, and the power of relationships in the beauty business!
Come hungry to today’s podcast! Steven Carse, CEO and Co-Founder of King of Pops, joins Justin to discuss launching a fast-growing popsicle business, developing a resonant consumer brand, and generating "Unexpected Moments of Happiness!"
Justin explores the world of sales, business development, relationship-building, origination and more with the CEO of Symmetrics Group Warren Shiver.
Turner’s Chief Marketing and Catalyst Officer, Jeff Gregor, joins Justin for a dive into the world of entertainment, television, and digital content.
Justin unpacks several personal leadership principles with Clay Scroggins – Lead Pastor at North Point Community Church. Specifically, how to lead even when you are not in charge or in the titled position.
Mitch and Suzanne Rutledge are here to help Justin explore the idea of taking a year off to travel and serve globally – getting out of your comfort zone (the rut) to impact in new and different ways (the ledge).
Justin and Monique discuss launching a new business and a new consumer product – an explosive get-to-know-you card game!
Global music industry leader Mama Jan Smith discusses singing, songwriting, production, artist development, and more.
PlayON! Sports CEO, David Rudolph talks with Justin about high school athletics, sports media, and the ins and outs of building a content and consumer business.
Joined by global thought-leader Bill Franks, Justin explores what’s new and what’s trending in the world of data and analytics - and what it means to all of us.
Mr. College Football, Tony Barnhart, joins Justin to talk college football, leadership on and off the field, and more.
Justin continues his conversation with Greg Foster in addressing how to overcome personal obstacles.
Greg Foster joins Justin to explore the world of technology, start-ups and how to create an environment where new ideas come to life.
Vicki Cantrell continues her conversation with Justin as they explore the world of retail and building an engaging people culture.
Justin explores the world of Retail and building an engaging people culture with Vicki Cantrell.