Food & Beverage Talk by Morgan & Westfield
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Reducing Food Waste with Neolithics' Innovative Technology
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Show Summary: This episode focuses on an AI agri-tech startup aimed at helping the produce industry increase profitability and sustainability. David K...
Inside Secrets on Strategic Sourcing
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Show Summary: Jonathan Gardner, a seasoned deal maker with extensive experience in strategic sourcing, discusses the importance of relationships and v...
For Sellers: How To Navigate the Human Element of M&A Integration
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Show Summary: Geoff Coltman, Senior VP at Catena Solutions, discusses M&A integration in the food and beverage sector. He emphasizes the importance...
Focus on the Positive – the World's First Genetically Engineered Probiotics
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Show Summary: For this episode, withhold judgment on genetic engineering and listen to this hands-on, honest look at the benefits of GMOs and genetic ...
How to Navigate the Complex Landscape of Food and Agriculture M&A
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Show Summary: Rich Kottmeyer, investment banker and food and agriculture turnaround specialist shares...
Mergers, Acquisitions, and the Future of Cannabis Equipment
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Show Summary: Marc returns to discuss the twists and turns you can expect as an entrepreneur. Early in 2020, Marc was ready to sell his company for ...
Exploring the Changing Landscape of the Whiskey Industry
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
View the complete show notes for this episode. Let's talk spirits in this engaging discussion of all things whiskey. Charlie Rodman, a venture capital...
The Art and Science of Building a Spirits Brand for Acquisition
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
View the complete show notes for this episode. "If you build it, they will come" is an expression that applies to starting a company as well as a base...
Culture, Cash, and Cannabis: Lessons from a Serial Entrepreneur
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
View the complete show notes for this episode. What You'll Learn M&A Evolution: Learn about the M&A transactions that resulted in the formation, gro...
Navigating Food and Beverage Regulations for Mergers and Acquisitions
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
View the complete show notes for this episode. What you'll learn: F&B Oversight: An overview of the key regulatory agencies involved in food and beve...
From Insights to Impact: Using Consumer Research to Drive Brand Success
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
View the complete show notes for this episode. Connecting with consumers is key to building effective product positioning. Kathy Guzmán Galloway offe...
Alcohol and the F&B Industry – A Global Perspective
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The history of alcohol in the U.S. is varied and influences the F&B sector nationwide. International business advisor and beverage industry expert Ala...
Building a Brand for Success: Prioritizing Consumers Over Investors
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This interview with Koia founder Chris Hunter covers important lessons on building a company for eventual sale while prioritizing the brand and consum...
Rags to Riches – From Busboy to a $70 Million Startup Valuation
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Food & Beverage Talk gets personal in discussing the challenges of entrepreneurship and working in the food and beverage industry. N...
Farm to Fork – A Discussion of the Agricultural Supply Chain
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The agricultural industry's broad supply chain and complex distribution system feed the world. Cale Rice, VP of lending with National Bank Holdings, b...
Creating Unforgettable Branding for the F&B Consumer
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Iconic branding will stick in a consumer's mind for years. Presenting a consistent brand experience across every touchpoint is critical to a successfu...
Behind the Scenes of a Shark Tank Success
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Functional beverages are sweeping the markets, and the intersection between mental wellness and organic living meets at the first plant-based smoothie...
Building a Brand Name – A Love Affair with Chocolate
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chocolate makes the world go round – at least it does for Sarris Chocolates. William Sarris discusses the growth and evolution of a small family cho...
The Challenges and Benefits of Moving to Plant-Based Proteins
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Combining an entrepreneurial spirit with his passion for the planet and compassion for animals, Brett Christoffel is trying to make Texas the largest ...
How To Avoid Launching a Product No One Wants To Buy
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If 95% of food start-ups fail, how can entrepreneurs hope to get new products into the marketplace? Bernard Verkaaik offers expert advice on the compe...
Regenerative Farming – A New Approach to Agriculture
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Impact investing can make a difference in regenerative agriculture. Will Harris, a 4th-generation farmer in rural Georgia, talks about the evolution o...
A Food Marketing Pro Talks Research and Growth
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Research can be key to unlocking market growth for an established business, identifying new locations for growth, and highlighting the perfect franchi...
From Employee to Owner – A Food & Beverage Tale of Success
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What goes into the art of creating a wedding cake? Stephanie Chain, business owner and pastry chef of the micro-bakery Sweet Luncheonette, specializes...
Tips for CPG Brands Looking for the Right Co-Packer
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Finding the right co-packer can make or break a CPG brand. Vince Tseng of PartnerSlate offers insights into the complex world of co-manufacturing from...
Supply Chain Issues in Food Manufacturing and Distribution
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The complex and underappreciated topic of production planning and supply chain optimization is the focus of this episode of F&B Talk. Lisa Anderson ta...
A Winning Recipe to Help Relieve Hunger and Reduce Food Waste
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Food waste and hunger relief are not about food scarcity – it's about logistics. Blake Engelhard of Goodr.co discusses using technology to address h...
Hot Cocoa – From Cottage Industry to Regional Favorite
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hot cocoa tends to be considered a seasonal treat. Dean Packingham of Mike & Jen's Hot Cocoa proves that a small cottage industry can grow into a regi...
Scaling a Company in the Enhanced Water Market
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Scaling from start-up to multi-million dollar business takes time, ingenuity, and perseverance. Yanni Hufnagel, founder of Lemon Perfect, discusses th...
Farm to Table – An Insider's Take on the Beef Industry
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Food & Beverage Talk will give you insight into everything you could possibly want to know about beef and the beef industry. Renan d...
Food Business Accelerator – Can Someone Explain This To Me?
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Getting a new product to market takes passion, vision, funding, and answers to lots of questions. Elena Rosenblum shares lessons learned from her work...
Everything You Want To Know About the Cannabis Industry
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The cannabis industry is a multi-billion-dollar business in California. Nick Brandis reviews everything you want to know about this growing industry. ...
Bringing a Niche Food Product to the Marketplace
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bringing a niche food product to the marketplace presents unique challenges. Aaron Gailmor goes behind the scenes to talk about making products from s...
Food and Beverage Lending Update
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cale Rice returns to F&B Talk and gives a lender's perspective on financing challenges in the food and agribusiness industry. He discusses the impac...
Evolution and Growth Potential in the Craft Brewing Industry
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Beer is one of the oldest food products in the world. Lawyer and craft brewer Kevin McGee of Anderson Valley Brewing Company explores the excitement o...
Saving the Planet One Plant-Based Food Company at A Time
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Plant-based foods are gaining popularity as consumers recognize the relationship between eating well and feeling well. Connie Marples, founder of Boos...
Beyond Meatballs and Marketing
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Branding sells products and companies. Adam Michaels, CEO of MamaMancini's, discusses brand loyalty, the multi-sensory eating experience, the influenc...
Small Business Spotlight – A Food Trader's Story
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is a food trader? Keith Schare joins F&B Talk to explain where this niche business fits in the F&B industry chain. He explains how they work wi...
What Does It Take To Bring a Small Chocolate Snack To a Large Market?
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Building a specialty snack bar company presents challenges and opportunities. Katarzyna Bosne talks about the lessons she has learned in starting and ...
Distribution Channels and Challenges for Craft Beer
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin McGee returns to F&B Talk to talk about the craft beer industry and distribution challenges to consumers both domestically and internationally. ...
Heirloom Farms – Vibrant Produce with Less Waste
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get a behind-the-scenes look at building and scaling a food and beverage business that is capitalizing on upcycled produce. Ryan Armistead talks about...
How a Start-up Company Is Leading a Snack Food Revolution
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ashley Nickelsen is on a mission to reimagine snacks in vending machines. This is a nutrition-packed conversation about what goes into starting a new ...
An Inside Look at What a Middle-Market F&B Buyer Looks For
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When selling your company, knowing what a buyer looks for is invaluable. Malcolm Peace owns an investment firm focused on buying and growing middle-ma...
Complexities of Managing the F&B Supply Chain
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Managing the supply chain is a complex task in the F&B industry. Eran Mizrahi is a problem solver in the ingredient space. He shares his expertise in ...
Top Criteria a Corporate Acquirer Looks for in an F&B Company
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes time to sell your business, it helps to know what an acquiring company is interested in. Ben Cosgrove shares his experiences as a serial...
Manufacturing Pet Food – More That Just for Pets
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you think about it, there are obvious parallels between making pet food and the production of any food products. Stuart Harness discusses how his...
Cannabis Drinks – The Latest Craze in an Evolving Market
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Forget the stigma that still exists around cannabis. Paulo Sobral produces a low-level cannabis beverage without alcohol, and he shares insights into ...
From Craft Beer to Healthy Soft Drinks – An Insider's Story
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The beverage industry is moving to keep up with consumer desires for healthier options. Mary Pellettieri discusses her move from craft beer to start a...
Leveraging Marketing Data for Success in the Food & Beverage Industry
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The power of successful marketing comes down to data. Michael Wangbickler is CEO of Balzac Communications & Marketing, a bespoke marketing agency for ...
Feeding Fido Got More Expensive
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The business of pet food is big business and is taking note of how consumers today treat their pets as members of the family. Eric Lewandowski returns...
Tips for CPG Brands Looking for the Right Co-Packer
13 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Finding the right co-packer can make or break a CPG brand. Vince Tseng of PartnerSlate offers insights into the complex world of co-manufacturing from...
Hot Cocoa – From Cottage Industry to Regional Favorite
05 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hot cocoa tends to be considered a seasonal treat. Dean Packingham of Mike & Jen's Hot Cocoa proves that a small cottage industry can grow into a regi...
Cultivating Innovation: Strategies for Success in the Sugar Beet Industry
29 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Albert Duoibes has been focused on innovation in the F&B sector for over 35 years. His focus currently is on the sugar beet industry, but his advice a...
Farm to Table – An Insider's Take on the Beef Industry
22 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of F&B Talk will give you insight into everything you could possibly want to know about beef and the beef industry. Renan de Lima leads w...
Supply Chain Issues in Food Manufacturing and Distribution
15 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The complex and underappreciated topic of production planning and supply chain optimization is the focus of this episode of F&B Talk. Lisa Anderson ta...
Scaling a Company in the Enhanced Water Market
08 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Scaling from start-up to multi-million dollar business takes time, ingenuity, and perseverance. Yanni Hufnagel, founder of Lemon Perfect, discusses th...
From Employee to Owner – A Food & Beverage Tale of Success
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What goes into the art of creating a wedding cake? Stephanie Chain, business owner and pastry chef of the micro-bakery Sweet Luncheonette, specializes...
A Food Marketing Pro Talks Research and Growth
25 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Research can be key to unlocking market growth for an established business, identifying new locations for growth, and highlighting the perfect franchi...
How Artificial Intelligence Is Impacting the Food Industry
17 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are some pressing trends affecting the food and beverage industry today? How can companies stay agile? Barry Thomas, senior global thought leader...
A Winning Recipe to Help Relieve Hunger and Reduce Food Waste
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Food waste and hunger relief are not about food scarcity – it's about logistics. Blake Engelhard of Goodr.co discusses using technology to address h...
Using Flexible Commercial Kitchens to Scale Your Business
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is everything you need to know about commercial kitchens and how they can help entrepreneurs launch a small-batch product and successfully grow. ...
A Deep Dive Into the Water Business
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Water – the building block of life and a complex topic for the food and beverage industry. Beckie Anderer Murphy is an expert in regulatory complian...
Food Business Accelerator – Can Someone Explain This To Me?
13 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Getting a new product to market takes passion, vision, funding, and answers to lots of questions. Elena Rosenblum shares lessons learned from her work...
How Food Science and Marketing Will Impact the Future of Food
07 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is the intersection of food science and marketing with consumer preferences and demand. Dr. Utkarsh Shah, a new product developer for Amazon's fo...
Beyond Meatballs and Marketing
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Branding sells products and companies. Adam Michaels, CEO of MamaMancini's, discusses brand loyalty, the multi-sensory eating experience, the influenc...
Alcohol and the F&B Industry – A Global Perspective
22 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The history of alcohol in the U.S. is varied and influences the F&B sector nationwide. International business advisor and beverage industry expert Ala...
Rags to Riches – From Busboy to a $70 Million Startup Valuation
14 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Food & Beverage Talk gets personal in discussing the challenges of entrepreneurship and working in the food and beverage industry. N...
Farm to Fork – A Discussion of the Agriculture Industry, Supply Chain, and Financing
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The agricultural industry's broad supply chain and complex distribution system feed the world. Cale Rice, VP of lending with National Bank Holdings, b...
Creating Unforgettable Branding for the F&B Consumer
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Iconic branding will stick in a consumer's mind for years. Presenting a consistent brand experience across every touchpoint is critical to a successfu...
Behind the Scenes of a Shark Tank Success
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Functional beverages are sweeping the markets, and the intersection between mental wellness and organic living meets at the first plant-based smoothie...
The Basics of Independent Sponsors
19 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When selling your company, you are likely to be approached by an independent sponsor who may be interested in acquiring your company. What is an indep...
Saving the Planet One Plant-Based Food Company at A Time
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Plant-based foods are gaining popularity as consumers recognize the relationship between eating well and feeling well. Connie Marples, founder of Boos...
Evolution and Growth Potential in the Craft Brewing Industry
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Beer is one of the oldest food products in the world. Lawyer and craft brewer Kevin McGee of Anderson Valley Brewing Company explores the excitement o...
Using Outsourced Corporate Development to Grow
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is outsourced corporate development? What companies are suited for this type of growth, and what is the process? Ryan Goral, founder of G-Spire G...
Mid-Market Integration
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Approximately half of the acquisitions are unsuccessful. Why? A lot has to do with a lack of successful integration. How can acquirers improve their c...
Exit Planning Strategy
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Experienced dealmaker and entrepreneur Touraj Parang shares his philosophy that an exit strategy, if implemented early, is the surprising secret to ul...
The Future of Food & Beverage Distribution
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How food products move is a critical topic for the Food & Beverage industry. Dennis Silva, COO of Julius Silvert, talks about the distribution channel...
M&A Operational Due Diligence
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is operational due diligence? If you're selling a company and would like to know how the buyer will conduct due diligence and how to sail through...
Preparing Your Company for Due Diligence
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Due diligence is a critical step in the M&A process, but it doesn't always get the attention it deserves. Anthony Nitsos specializes in helping compan...
The Legal Aspects of Selling a Closely Held Company
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Roger Royse, M&A attorney and tax specialist, discusses the sensitive issue of taxes and the implications of selling a closely held company with few s...
The M&A Integration Process
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff Muench joins us to talk about the intricacies of the M&A integration process. Jeff's expertise is focused on helping companies overcome challenge...
The Hunter vs. The Hunted in M&A
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What's it like to be on both sides of the table, as the hunter (the acquirer) and the hunted (the acquired), in an M&A transaction? In this show, we t...
Cooking the Books
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In an M&A transaction, there are deficiencies in the financials 98% of the time. As the seller, the key to preventing problems that can kill your deal...
Behind the Scenes of Private Equity with Jim Evanger & Brent Paris
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do private equity firms operate, and how do they create value for their investors? What is the role of the general partner and an operating partne...
Partnering with Private Equity Firms
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for this continuing conversation with experts in the M&A field, Jim Evanger and Brent Paris, as they share their diverse experiences in partne...
Human Capital and the Value of Your Business
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in to this discussion about human capital and how it can impact the value of your business with Marco Robert, an international consultant, auth...
How a $2 Billion Strategic Buyer Thinks
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do strategic buyers think? Listen as we talk with Charlie Burckmyer, head of M&A at Culligan International, the water company and a $2 billion str...