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In this episode, I examine Cracker Barrel's rebrand disaster that dominated social media and the news last week. The company traded its nostalgic, country-store feel and iconic “Old Timer” logo for a modernized version that customers called bland, sterile, and soulless. The backlash was immediate and relentless: negative headlines, viral videos, and $143 million in lost market value. At first, Cracker Barrel dismissed critics as a “vocal minority” and insisted most people loved the changes. But late yesterday, they reversed course, scrapping the new logo and promising to bring back the Old Timer after finally acknowledging their customers' voices.I break down how Cracker Barrel mishandled its crisis, why their reversal is only a first step, and what lessons any business can learn about protecting its brand identity, listening early, and turning customer feedback into meaningful action.Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and update on why this episode shifted focus01:10 Cracker Barrel's rebrand rollout and why customers felt betrayed 02:18 What effective crisis management should look like — listen, admit, connect, act, communicate 03:10 The costly fallout: stock down $143 million and daily negative headlines 03:40 How Cracker Barrel dismissed loyal customers as a “vocal minority” 04:08 Why the Old Timer logo mattered to the brand's identity and culture 05:22 Lessons from Coca-Cola's New Coke disaster and recovery 06:15 Takeaway #1: Listen early and acknowledge problems before backlash snowballs 06:45 Takeaway #2: Protect the distinctive qualities that make your brand irreplaceable 07:20 Takeaway #3: Turn feedback into action and communicate changes publicly 07:43 Why having a PR crisis plan in place is essential — insights from Pat Ford (episode 65) 09:07 How our PR firm helps companies build visibility, credibility, and growth strategiesKey Takeaways:Listen early and admit problems quickly. Waiting to acknowledge a crisis makes the damage worse. Cracker Barrel didn't publicly recognize customer frustration until millions in value were already lost. Early acknowledgment can stop the hemorrhaging before it escalates.Protect what makes your brand unique. Cracker Barrel's country-store aesthetic, rocking chairs, and Old Timer logo weren't just decorations, they were the emotional anchors of the brand. Diluting what sets you apart erodes loyalty and gives customers less reason to stay.Turn customer feedback into visible action. Bringing back the Old Timer logo was a good first step, but only because it showed loyal voices had an impact. Publicly turning feedback into change restores credibility and proves customer relationships matter.Have a crisis plan in place before you need it. Crises unfold in real time under high stress. As Pat Ford emphasized in episode 65, knowing who leads communications, how decisions flow, and what steps to take is the only way to manage effectively in a PR crisis that often feels like the “fog of war.”Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts & SpotifyPlease consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people like you who want to build a stronger business. On Apple Podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!For Spotify, tap here on your mobile phone, follow the podcast, listen to the show, then find the rating icon below the description, and tap to rate with five stars.Connect with Christie Bilbreyhttp://www.stellanovamedia.cominfo@stellanovamedia.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiebilbreyInstagram: https://instagram.com/stellanovamedia

https://youtu.be/PniriBnM0mo Legacy may not be the number 1 driver for most business owners—but it's close. Right after financial security, wealth creation, and personal freedom. In this video, we explore why building a successful business is one of the most powerful, controllable, and lasting ways to make an impact that lives on long after you're gone. You'll hear real examples of entrepreneurs who started late and still changed the world—like Colonel Sanders, Arianna Huffington, and Ray Kroc—and discover why business can be a greater legacy-builder than sports, politics, or entertainment. We'll also look at how great businesses multiply impact—helping employees, customers, and entire communities—while setting you up to attract A-players and create something that stands the test of time. If you're ready to grow your company faster, with less risk and cost, tune in—and remember: it's never too late to start building your legacy. --- What Will Be Your Legacy? What will be your legacy? “Legacy” isn't the most important driver for most business owners to grow their business—but it's damn close. Right behind financial security, wealth creation, and achieving personal freedom. I've always believed that building a successful business is the most straightforward way to create a legacy that lives on well after you're gone. Sure, you can do it in other ways through athletic achievement, becoming a rock or movie star, writing bestselling books, or achieving top political office. But creating a business often requires fewer sacrifices of youth, health, and integrity. It's also far more controllable. Making it big as an athlete is usually decided in childhood. It's mostly a function of parenting an environment. Becoming a rock star or a movie star also hinges on youth, inborn talent, or early desire. Again, largely environment-driven. Becoming a famous author is exceedingly rare and often takes writing dozens of books before one gets recognized, let alone achieves name recognition. Political careers are mostly self-created, but it can be a long road to breaking free of party whips and agendas—if that ever happens. Turning politics into a lasting positive legacy is even rarer. No more than a handful of examples emerged each century, if that. Now compare all of these to building a business legacy. Business success is rarely threatened by injuries, addictions, or character assassinations. You can start at nearly any age. Martha Stewart was a model, caterer, and author before launching her media company in her fifties. Ray Kroc, a milkshake machine salesman, saw potential in the McDonald's burger stand and launched a franchise model at age 52. John Pemberton, a Civil War veteran and pharmacist, created the original formula for Coca-Cola at the age of 55 while seeking an alternative to morphine. Arianna Huffington, after a successful career as an author and commentator at age 55, launched The Huffington Post in 2005, which became a leading digital news platform. Colonel Harland Sanders, after a series of jobs and running a gas station restaurant, began franchising his fried chicken recipe at age 65, using his first Social Security check to fund the idea. And you can build quietly sneaking up on competitors until it's too late for them to catch up. The best part? A great business is an impact multiplier. You can help your employees, their families, and all the customers who benefit from your superior products and services. If you own a viable business, you have a massive opportunity to grow it and make it highly profitable so you can attract and retain A-players and build a lasting pyramid for yourself. The heroes of our age are business entrepreneurs who change the world around us. Steve Jobs, founder of Apple Next, and CEO of Pixar. Revolutionized personal computing, digital animation, digital music, and cracked the code on tablet computing and smartphones. Sam Mond,

Shawn Khemsurov is the Co-Founder of Electric Eye, a Shopify design and development agency, and a Partner at Feel, a brand studio where art meets commerce. With over ten years of experience in fashion retail, Shawn has worked with iconic brands including Abercrombie & Fitch, Gap Inc, Nike, Homage, and Only NY, spanning everything from digital experiences to product design.Shawn's journey started in retail, where he immersed himself in the many facets of the industry: from visual merchandising to customer experience, giving him an ability to understand exactly what his clients need. He combines this insight with design expertise to create unique, engaging experiences that drive sales and build brand loyalty.Whether you're running an Ecommerce brand or building your first Shopify store, Shawn offers a candid, insider look at what it takes to create digital experiences that sell and delight customers.In This Conversation We Discuss: [00:44] Intro[01:18] Avoiding hiring the wrong designer[02:34] Identifying gaps in specialized expertise[03:39] Assessing designs for sales potential[04:29] Evaluating expertise before hiring partners[05:06] Balancing creativity with usability[09:02] Providing consulting upfront for clarity[11:19] Avoiding overloading the homepage[14:42] Focusing on what users actually see[15:26] Choosing the right theme upfront[16:38] Collaborating with competent developers[17:29] Balancing custom design and ShopifyResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubeSchedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connectBrand studio and creative partner feel.studio/workFollow Shawn Khemsurov linkedin.com/in/shawnkhemsurov/If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

In case you've JUST discovered Brand Growth Heroes podcast, we're digging into the treasure trove of our most downloaded episodes from our back-catalogue so YOU don't miss A SINGLE INSIGHT!From slow-burn visionaries to fast-moving disruptors, the show has featured founders of brands like Perfect Ted, Lucky Saint, Seedlip, Wild, Strong Roots, Oddbox, and global challengers like Waterdrop, Mid-Day Squares, Olipop, and Tony's Chocolonely and many many more…To kick off this special series, we are re-releasing one of the most loved episodes of all time: an interview with Olivia Ferdi, Co-founder of TRIP, which we recorded when TRIP Was just 2 years in to their growth journey, but was already close to £20M in sales.TRIP is the UK's market-leading CBD drinks company. Since its launch in 2019, UK consumers have spent literally millions of pounds on TRIP's delicious CBD-infused canned drinks, as well as on their dinky little dropper bottles of CBD oils. In this episode, Fiona spoke to co-founder Olivia Ferdi about leaving her law career to step into the unknown, about how she and her husband have created a mainstream category out of something that had tremendous barriers to purchase up until now, and we learn how the TRIP team have had to drive demand in the old fashioned way through experience and word of mouth rather than through paid advertising. This conversation is PACKED with insights we don't want you to miss. Plus, we'll be doing a new interview with Olivia VERY SOON, so this is a great way to remind you all of where the market was only a few years ago!If you do learn some good stuff from this episode (and we hope you do), please please share it, follow the show, AND leave a quick review. It all helps bring more brilliant founders and insights to you, our Brand Growth Heroes community!=========================================================Thanks to Brand Growth Heroes' podcast sponsor - Joelson, the commercial law firm=========================================================If you're a founder, you already know how much of your energy goes into building the perfect product, creating standout branding and connecting with your consumers.But don't forget that scaling a CPG business also comes with a maze of legal complexities that can make or break your business journey. From contracts, term sheets and regulatory compliance to protecting your brand's intellectual property as you expand, it's essential to get it right.And that starts with the right legal partner.So we're thrilled to introduce Joelson, a leading commercial law firm that specialises in guiding the founders of scaling CPG brands, as Brand Growth Heroes' sponsor.With long-term relationships with clients like Little Moons, Trip, Eat Natural, Bear Graze, and Pulsin, Joelson is also famous for advising the innocent founders in their landmark sale to Coca-Cola! As a female team, we are especially impressed by Joelson's commitment to championing female founders in CPG.Not many law firms are also BCorps, nor do they specialise in helping founders navigate the legal challenges of scaling without stifling the creativity and momentum that got you here in the first place. So thanks, Joelson—we're delighted to have you on board.If you'd like to get in touch to find out more, why don't you drop them a line at hello@joelsonlaw.com!==============================================A tiny favour: If this episode inspires you to think about new ways to drive business growth, please could you click FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE on your favourite podcast app and leave a review?This small gesture from you means the world to us, and allows us to share these nuggets of insight and value with you more often.You won't want to miss the next episode, in which Fiona Fitz talks with another successful founder of a challenger brand who shares more valuable insights into driving growth.Please don't hesitate to join our Brand Growth Heroes community to stay updated with captivating stories and learnings from your beloved brands on their path to success!Follow us on our Brand Growth Heroes socials: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.Thanks to our Sound Engineer, Gyp Buggane, Ballagroove.com and podcast producer/content creator, Kathryn Watts, Social KEWS.

Angela Diffly, Director of Restaurant Digital and Technology Capabilities at Coca-Cola, talks restaurant tech trends and how the company is helping restaurants boost digital ordering and guest retention through smart partnerships. She also explores the future of instant delivery and where the digital dining experience is headed.

This week, a blast from the past from Imagineering, World Princess Week, 70 hours of celebrations in Anaheim, some Disneyland Resort Hotel perks are leaving, Halloween changes, we talk to David Sparks about Disneyland, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Destination D23, the east coast version of the D23 Ultimate Fan Event in Anaheim, is taking place August 29-31st. D23 Gold Members are invited to join a selection of the event online on Saturday, August 30th, and Sunday, August 31st. The stream will feature select panels including the welcome from Michael Vargo, X Atencio: The Untold Story of a Disney Legend, Be Our Guest with Disney on Broadway, Beyond the Spires: An Insider Look at Disney Castles, and many more. Check out the link in the show notes to sign up and see all the details. – https://d23.com/d23-event/d23-gold-theater-destination-d23-livestream/ https://blogmickey.com/2025/07/disney-plus-subscribers-free-d23-gold-membership-offer/ Fan's of the Disney Channel at the turn of the century might remember a mini-matronic named Tom Morrow 2.0. Well, he is back hosting Imagineer That on the Walt Disney Imagineering YouTube Channel. Imagineer That! was a mini-show on Disney Channel that answered questions about Imagineering including the science, storytelling, and engineering behind the attractions in the Disney Parks. Tom Morrow is doing all that again on YouTube, talking to the Imagineers of today about these topics. The first episode is out now at the link in our show notes. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/imagineer-that-returns-with-tom-morrow-2-0/ https://youtu.be/0gal-ucgFKU This week is World Princess Week! To celebrate, Disney has a whole lineup of things to take part in. On August 29, the Disney YouTube channel will host a Royal Concert from Disneyland Park. It was filmed in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle, and features voice talent like Jodi Benson – Ariel from the Little Mermaid, Paige O'Hara – Belle from Beauty and the Beast, Anika Noni Rose – Tiana from Princess and the Frog, and Auli'i Cravalho – Moana from Moana and Moana 2. Ginnifer Goodwin – Snow White from Once Upon a Time, and Susan Eagan – Meg from Hurcules host. A Royal Ride Along will feature Jodi Benson taking viewers through Ariel's Undersea Adventure on YouTube as well. DIsney+ is hosting a marathon of Pricess classics, along with a LEGO Disney Pricess: Villains Unite original. There is so much more. Visit the link in the show notes for all the details. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/world-princess-week-2025-how-to-join-the-royal-celebration/ Disneyland Resort celebrated its 70th anniversary by spreading magic over 70 hours across Anaheim from August 20 through August 22, 2025, with surprise events, including school celebrations, senior sock hops, visits to first responders, veterans, and families. Live entertainment, Disney characters, gifts, and community connections were brought to neighborhoods throughout the city. The festivities included generous acts such as donation vouchers for schools, storytimes and sing‑alongs at libraries, and a $50,000 gift to the Anaheim High School Chamber Singers, all aimed at fostering joy and support across the community. The closing highlight featured a spirited halftime show at Katella High School's football game, complete with dance teams, a Disneyland Band performance, character appearances, popcorn, and giveaways. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disneyland-gives-back-to-anaheim-with-70-happiest-hours-initiative/ Starting in 2026, changes to perks at the Disneyland Resort Hotels will be changing. The first big change is the discontinuation of early entry starting January 5th. Instead, guests will be given one Lightning Lane per guest per stay. Pixar Place Hotel guests will also lose their private entrance into Disney California Adventure. Guests can still use the Grand Californian entrance. – https://www.micechat.com/421772-disneyland-update-halloween-time-treats-and-a-few-tricks/ Halloween Time has officially begun at Disneyland and some of the decorations have been updated for this year. Along Main Street, the decorations on the lamp posts have lost the “Halloween Time” text, and now feature fall foliage. In the hub, the Critter Country pumpkin that featured Winnie the Pooh has been replaced with a Bayou Country pumpkin featuring Princess Tiana. – https://www.micechat.com/421772-disneyland-update-halloween-time-treats-and-a-few-tricks/ Haunted Mansion Holiday has returned once again this year. Changes to the attraction include an updated gingerbread house in the ballroom, like usual. This year, the gingerbread house isn't as animated as in the past. The Oogie Boogie at the end of the attraction has also been updated and is much more fluid than the previous animatronic, which debuted back in 2003. – https://www.micechat.com/421772-disneyland-update-halloween-time-treats-and-a-few-tricks/ https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-haunted-mansion-holiday-2025-pov/ In a little bit of better late than never news, two new 70th Anniversary-inspired Coca-Cola bottles will be debuting at the resort. The new designs are on the Original Taste and Zero Sugar bottles and feature jewel tone sparkles and a motif of Sleeping Beauty Castle. The Original has purple, yellow, and orange colors, with Zero featuring purple, blue, and fuchsia. The new bottles will launch at the resort on September 1st. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-70th-coca-cola-bottles/ SnackChat: Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disney-california-adventure/jack-jack-cookie-num-nums/menus/ Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disney-california-adventure/adorable-snowman-frosted-treats/menus/snack/ Discussion Topic: David Sparks https://www.macsparky.com/

This week, we're wrapping up the summer with the final episode recorded in the south of France at the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity. Captured at Chez Vayner, this roundtable brings together three powerhouse leaders to explore how trust, courage, and community are driving the next wave of brand growth—and why the return of creative simplicity may be the key to long-term success.Joining Jim is...Jackie Jantos, President & Chief Marketing Officer of Hinge. Leading the dating app “designed to be deleted,” Jackie is redefining intentional connections for Gen Z and beyond. With past leadership roles at Coca-Cola and Spotify, she shares her insights on elevating young voices and keeping a brand true to its purpose.Lesley Scofield, Founder of Be LOVE. At her newly launched electrolyte beverage brand, Lesley is building around values of joy, connection, and community. Inspired by her own journey of growth and resilience, she's on a mission to spark meaningful real-world experiences.Gael De Talhouët, Chief Marketing & Digital Officer at Essity. A two-time Cannes alum, Gael has led groundbreaking work in feminine care and hygiene, including being the first to show red blood on TV. He credits consumer empathy, agency partnerships, and trust in creative teams as the foundation for bold, industry-shaping campaigns.Together, Jim and these leaders share a candid discussion on building brands that matter—across dating, wellness, and hygiene—showing how courage and conviction can cut through complexity and deliver lasting impact.---This week's episode is brought to you by Deloitte.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textDr. Pepper is making an $18 billion play in the global coffee market, acquiring Dutch giant JDE Peet's and splitting into two standalone companies. The deal creates a new coffee contender set to rival Nestlé.Jenny Rae and Namaan break down why Dr. Pepper is betting big, what the move says about synergies and strategy, and why investors sent KDP's stock down.They also explore what this means for global beverage competition and whether Dr. Pepper can truly challenge Nestlé's dominance.Links:Reuters: Keurig Dr Pepper brews coffee challenge to Nestlé with $18 billion JDE Peet's takeoverRelated Market Outsiders episodes you'll love:PepsiCo Earnings Surprise (July 2025) – Shares jump as Pepsi's diversification strategy pays off, with implications for the broader drinks market.Coca-Cola's Growth Challenge (June 2025) – How Coke is managing slowing soda sales while leaning into new categories.Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube.Subscribe to the Market Outsiders feed for daily episodes (Apple, Spotify).Follow Management Consulted on LinkedIn and subscribe on YouTubeConnect with Namaan and Jenny Rae on LinkedInListen to the Market Outsiders podcast, the new daily show with the Management Consulted teamConnect With Management Consulted Schedule free 15min consultation with the MC Team. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and industry insights! Join an upcoming live event - case interviews demos, expert panels, and more. Email us (team@managementconsulted.com) with questions or feedback.

TT The Companies That Own it All: Part 1 In this show, the teenagers (Deven and Ethan) talk about how most of the large companies such as Hershey's, Kellogg's, Coca-Cola, and many more, are owned by one company. In this show, you will learn how most of the things that you eat, drink, and use in your everyday life are owned by Bayer. As well as how BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street own large shares in Bayer, as well as most of the other large companies that are well known and very powerful. How much power do these 3 companies (BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street) have? You will find out more in the part 2 of this show, coming next week. Sponsors: American Gold Exchange Our dealer for precious metals & the exclusive dealer of Real Power Family silver rounds (which we finally got in!!!). Get your first, or next bullion order from American Gold Exchange like we do. Tell them the Real Power Family sent you! Click on this link to get a FREE Starters Guide. Abolish Property Taxes in Ohio: https://reformpropertytax.com/ Our Links: www.RealPowerFamily.com Info@ClearSkyTrainer.com 833-Be-Do-Have (833-233-6428)

In der heutigen Folge sprechen die Finanzjournalisten Anja Ettel und Philipp Vetter über den Swiftie-Push für Ralph Lauren, gute Nachrichten von Eli Lillys Abnehmpille und das bange Warten auf die Nvidia-Zahlen. Außerdem geht es um Novo Nordisk, AT&T, EchoStar, MongoDB, Okta, BASF, Commerzbank, BNP Paribas, Socitété Générale, Crédit Agricole, Axa, Procter&Gamble, SPDR MSCI Europe Consumer Staples ETF (WKN: A1191N), Nestlé, Unilever, L'Oreal, Anheuser Busch InBev, Amundi STOXX Europe 600 Consumer Staples ETF (WKN: LYX02J) und iShares MSCI EU Consumer Staples ETF (WKN: A2QBZ2). Die Tickets zum Finance Summit am 17. September bekommt ihr 40 Euro günstiger – aber nur mit dem exklusiven Code AAA2025, der ihr unter dem folgenden Link eingeben müsst: https://veranstaltung.businessinsider.de/BN5aLV Außerdem könnt ihr unter diesem Link euer Depot hochladen – und mit etwas Glück wird kein Geringerer als Christian W. Röhl euer Depot beim Summit checken und optimieren. https://form.jotform.com/Product_Unit/formular-finance-summit-depot-check Wir freuen uns an Feedback über aaa@welt.de. Noch mehr "Alles auf Aktien" findet Ihr bei WELTplus und Apple Podcasts – inklusive aller Artikel der Hosts und AAA-Newsletter. Hier bei WELT: https://www.welt.de/podcasts/alles-auf-aktien/plus247399208/Boersen-Podcast-AAA-Bonus-Folgen-Jede-Woche-noch-mehr-Antworten-auf-Eure-Boersen-Fragen.html. Der Börsen-Podcast Disclaimer: Die im Podcast besprochenen Aktien und Fonds stellen keine spezifischen Kauf- oder Anlage-Empfehlungen dar. Die Moderatoren und der Verlag haften nicht für etwaige Verluste, die aufgrund der Umsetzung der Gedanken oder Ideen entstehen. Hörtipps: Für alle, die noch mehr wissen wollen: Holger Zschäpitz können Sie jede Woche im Finanz- und Wirtschaftspodcast "Deffner&Zschäpitz" hören. +++ Werbung +++ Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte! https://linktr.ee/alles_auf_aktien Impressum: https://www.welt.de/services/article7893735/Impressum.html Datenschutz: https://www.welt.de/services/article157550705/Datenschutzerklaerung-WELT-DIGITAL.html

We are still on our summer break so we are dropping this episode: Greatest Hits: The Thank-You Note Advantage In a digital world, a thank-you note still stands out. In this episode, Kristian Schwartz, founder of The Montgomery Group, shares why this simple gesture can elevate your professional brand and help you leave a lasting impression—especially during the job search.You'll learn:Why thank-you notes matter more than everThe surprising impact when candidates don't send themDigital vs. handwritten: what works best and whenHow generational views shape thank-you note etiquetteWhy this small step builds your long-term career reputationSupport the showJill Griffin, host of The Career Refresh, delivers expert guidance on workplace challenges and career transitions. Jill leverages her experience working for the world's top brands like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton Hotels, and Martha Stewart to address leadership, burnout, team dynamics, and the 4Ps (perfectionism, people-pleasing, procrastination, and personalities). Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for more details on: Book a 1:1 Career Strategy and Executive Coaching HERE Build a Leadership Identity That Earns Trust and Delivers Results. Gallup CliftonStrengths Corporate Workshops to build a strengths-based culture Team Dynamics training to increase retention, communication, goal setting, and effective decision-making Keynote Speaking Grab a personal Resume Refresh with Jill Griffin HERE Follow @JillGriffinOffical on Instagram for daily inspiration Connect with and follow Jill on LinkedIn

It was around Memorial Day in 2022 when Coca Cola stunned the beverage world by announcing it was shutting down production of Honest Tea. No one was more surprised than Seth Goldman, who had co-founded the brand and sold it to Coke. But within two weeks, he'd decided to do it all again, and by that Labor Day, bottles of his new venture, Just Ice Tea, were already landing on store shelves. And now, three years later, Just Ice Tea has exploded from $1 million in annual revenue to nearly $24 million to rank 88th on the latest Inc. 5000—more than two decades after Honest Tea first appeared on the list. Which makes this the perfect moment to revisit the conversation I recorded with Seth right before Just Ice Tea launched. In it, he shares how he processed Coke's decision, why he sold to Coke in the first place, what compelled him to get back into the business, and what he learned working inside the world's largest beverage company. And yes, I asked whether he could imagine selling this brand to Coke, too.

In a world where marketing agencies are racing to keep up with rapid change, how do you grow faster without losing your people, your culture, or your edge? In this episode of Leader Generation, Mod Op's new COO, Stuart Goldstein, joins Tessa Burg to share his playbook for scaling agencies. With years of experience leading firms through mergers, digital transformations, and process overhauls, Stuart reveals why the real challenge isn't the technology or the tools—it's bringing people along for the ride. Listeners will get an inside look at why Mod Op is uniting specialized agencies under one platform to offer clients deep expertise without the coordination headaches of managing multiple vendors. Listeners will get an inside look at why Mod Op is uniting specialized agencies under one platform, how to turn skeptics into champions, and the leadership moves that make change stick. From integrating AI across disciplines to avoiding the “shiny object” trap, he offers candid advice and relatable stories that apply to any leader facing transformation. This conversation delivers practical ways to align people, processes, and platforms—to keep your team motivated and your clients happy. Leader Generation is hosted by Tessa Burg and brought to you by Mod Op.  About Stuart Goldstein: As an experienced operations leader with over 20 years of success, Stuart can captain any ship. From start-up to heavyweight, Stuart has helped agencies and organizations pave their path to greatness. His expertise has been instrumental in driving growth and fame for renowned clients such as Johnson & Johnson, Oreo, Coca-Cola, American Express, Novartis, Diageo, eBay, GlaxoSmithKline, Time Warner, and Marvel, among others. And somehow, he still finds a way to drop a joke and take life one day at a time as long as it fits the brief. About Tessa Burg: Tessa is the Chief Technology Officer at Mod Op and Host of the Leader Generation podcast. She has led both technology and marketing teams for 15+ years. Tessa initiated and now leads Mod Op's AI/ML Pilot Team, AI Council and Innovation Pipeline. She started her career in IT and development before following her love for data and strategy into digital marketing. Tessa has held roles on both the consulting and client sides of the business for domestic and international brands, including American Greetings, Amazon, Nestlé, Anlene, Moen and many more. Tessa can be reached on LinkedIn or at Tessa.Burg@ModOp.com.  

Cynthia Lee Fontaine is in the house and honey, we're going full-on CUCU! Fresh off her run on RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 10, Cynthia spills all the tea on how this round was different, her fight for rights in Texas, and her double hip replacement! Two new hips and a battle with cancer still can't slow this queen down. Cynthia and Delta also share some heartfelt advice with a 50-year-old ready to give up on their dreams, but the queens insist: it's never too late to chase what sets your soul on fire. Plus, Delta goes off on the Coca Cola 7-eleven slurpee. Spoiler alert: she's convinced those machines are FILTHY, and that's why it tastes like tragedy in a cup!Listen to Very Delta Ad-Free AND One Day Early on MOM Plus⁠ ⁠Send us an e-mail at readmedelta@gmail.com⁠ FOLLOW DELTA⁠@deltawork⁠ ⁠VERY DELTA IS A FOREVER DOG AND MOGULS OF MEDIA (M.O.M.) PODCASTSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-29:17) It's Bears and Leathernecks week. Why didn't Martin put the Kansas game on the 2Fox on time? Sitting through a four hour rain delay can make you not wanna play baseball. College football kicking off in Dublin on a sloppy field over the weekend. THe K-State QB's dad did a little scrapping after the game. Kansas put it on Fresno State. Papers ain't worried. We got a caller that wants to talk Micah Parsons. Meatloaf and full-bodied Coca Cola for breakfast.(29:25-51:58) Tim has really gotten comfortable with the track over at Swing Around Fun Town. Rubbin' is racing. Audio of Drink going into more detail about not going into more detail about naming a starting QB. Washington Post with a detailed story on Sam Horn. People don't like a QB wearing 21.(52:08-1:00:11) Big White Castle weekend coming up. Giving away 4 tickets and a parking pass for today's EMOTD. Audio of Marlins pitcher Tyler Phillips with an intense post game interview. I never cool down. Great win, you're scaring me.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today: Spotify is looking to raise prices, the Trump administration has ordered Danish wind power company Orsted to halt development on its project off the coast of Rhode Island, China Evergrande Group was delisted from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Keurig Dr Pepper will pay $18 billion for coffee brand JDE Peet's, and Coca-Cola is reportedly exploring splitting with its own coffee brand, Costa.  Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin.  Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. 

In this episode, we spoke with Richard Savoie, Co-founder and CEO of Adiona Tech, about how AI and logistics software are accelerating the transition to smarter, greener cities. Richard shared his journey from medical devices to sustainable logistics, and how Adiona is helping global enterprises—from Coca-Cola to Australia Post—optimize fleets, cut emissions, and prepare for an electric and autonomous future. We explored why electrification requires new software, how AI digital twins reduce risk, and how sustainability can become a competitive advantage in logistics. Key Insights: • AI-powered fleet optimization: Adiona uses digital twins and AI simulations to boost vehicle utilization from ~60% toward 100%, maximizing assets while reducing costs and emissions. • Bridging electrification gaps: EVs and cargo bikes behave differently than diesel fleets, and Adiona's software closes that gap, making sustainable adoption practical and profitable. • Scalable impact: Partnerships with PepsiCo and Australia Post demonstrate measurable reductions in emissions and logistics costs, while improving customer retention. • Sustainability as strategy: Companies are turning emissions reporting into a competitive edge, with leaders like PepsiCo using low-carbon fleets to differentiate their brand and win contracts. • Future-ready logistics: We discussed autonomous vehicles, sidewalk robots, and hybrid delivery networks that will reshape how goods move through cities. IoT ONE database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies The Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com/

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Dolly Parton now has her own flavor of Coca-Cola. It's called 40th Pop Fizz, and it's to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Dolly's Amusement park which turns 40 next year. What's Dolly's amusement park's name?

Tax Notes contributing editor Ryan Finley discusses the current transfer pricing landscape, including where things stand in the Facebook and Coca-Cola cases. For more coverage, read the following from Finley in Tax Notes:Analysis: The CUT Method: It's Not What It Used to BeAnalysis: The CUT Method: Same as It Ever Was?Analysis: On Periodic Adjustments, Facebook Opinion Suggests A Middle RoadAnalysis: For the IRS, Facebook Is a Reminder to Stick to the ScriptAnalysis: Medtronic II: Do the Transfer Pricing Regs Swallow Themselves? Follow us on X:Ryan Finley: @RyanMFinleyDavid Stewart: @TaxStewTax Notes: @TaxNotes**CreditsHost: David D. StewartExecutive Producers: Jeanne Rauch-Zender, Paige JonesProducers: Jordan Parrish, Peyton RhodesAudio Engineers: Jordan Parrish, Peyton Rhodes

MUSICDolly Parton is the author of several books, a line of baking kits, and has a new hotel coming to Nashville soon . . . but this achievement might stand above them all. Dolly now has her own signature flavor of Coca-Cola. https://tasteofcountry.com/coca-cola-dolly-parton-soda-dollywood/ Despite ending their run after Perry Farrell's onstage behavior in 2024, It looks like the rest of Jane's Addiction want to keep working together. https://loudwire.com/janes-addiction-trio-together-without-perry-farrell/ Kittie have re-recorded four songs from their 2000 debut album Spit for its 25th anniversary. Spit XXV is due out September 19th. Check out the title track on YouTube. Another track has been released from Can't Get Enough: A Tribute to Bad Company, which is due out October 24th. Check out Blackberry Smoke with Bad Co. frontman Paul Rodgers and Mastodon's Brann Dailor on "Run With the Pack" on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOfUQS2UZBM The Country Music Hall of Fame just announced a new exhibit called The Grandest Stage: The Opry at 100, that will celebrate the Opry's 100-year anniversary. It will open on September 18th and run through March of 2027. https://themusicuniverse.com/country-music-hall-of-fame-announces-grand-ole-opry-exhibition/ TVMaury is spilling the TEA! On his podcast, On Par With Maury Povich, the former talk show host jokingly called out his wife, Connie Chung, for having a fling with actor and filmmaker Warren Beatty. https://www.complex.com/pop-culture/a/backwoodsaltar/maury-povich-connie-chung-sleeping-with-warren-beatty The cast of "Dawson's Creek" will reunite on September 22nd, for a reading of the pilot episode. They're doing it to benefit the charity F Cancer, as well as James Van Der Beek, who's fighting cancer himself. https://people.com/dawsons-creek-cast-to-reunite-for-one-night-only-charity-event-11794548 Someone took all of Dr. Johnny Fever's breaks from "WKRP in Cincinnati", added the full versions of the songs he played, and made a 3-hour radio show. https://www.awphooey.com/wkrp?fbclid=IwY2xjawMTYlhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMVGhZOXlZRzZldVZHQTBWAR6hOUfDWpzxigmfptUshfb07RNjUt38gs90LVkwelKjLf-0Jy7QghTQ0astWQ_aem_VkuOEaBfN7u5CES29EsSWQ RIP: Judge Frank Caprio has died. He passed away at 88 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thVnwdABt9Q MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:A new trailer has been revealed for a new Halloween game from IllFonic and Gun Media, the creators of Friday the 13th: The Game. https://www.gamespot.com/articles/halloween-the-game-coming-from-friday-the-13th-devs-features-single-player/1100-6534148/The Archie comics are headed to a movie theater. https://variety.com/2025/film/news/archie-comics-movie-spider-verse-duo-phil-lord-chris-miller-1236493887/ AND FINALLY BuzzFeed put together a list of some of the most surprising confessions made by celebrities in their memoirs. https://www.buzzfeed.com/laurengarafano/celebrity-memoir-stories Here are some highlights:AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!Follow us @RizzShow @MoonValjeanHere @KingScottRules @LernVsRadio @IamRafeWilliams - Check out King Scott's Linktr.ee/kingscottrules + band @FreeThe2SG and Check out Moon's bands GREEK FIRE @GreekFire GOLDFINGER @GoldfingerMusic THE TEENAGE DIRTBAGS @TheTeenageDbags and Lern's band @LaneNarrows ⁠http://www.1057thepoint.com/RizzSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Nascido em uma família de raízes italianas e apaixonada por futebol, ele encontrou no esporte uma linguagem afetiva desde muito cedo. Foi com o pai, torcedor palmeirense, que viveu suas primeiras grandes emoções esportivas, como a inesquecível Copa do Mundo de 1982. Praticava todos os esportes possíveis na escola e jogava futsal em um time do bairro. Apesar da origem italiana e palmeirense da família, ele se tornou a “ovelha alvinegra”, escolhendo o Corinthians como time do coração. Jogou futsal durante 10 anos e encerrou sua carreira como atleta em um campeonato sul-americano de futebol no Chile. Na faculdade, escolheu o curso de Educação Física, almejando continuar a fazer parte do ambiente esportivo, mas logo entendeu que sua aptidão estava mais no marketing do que na atividade física. A partir daí, iniciou uma trajetória no mundo da publicidade, passando por grandes grupos multinacionais como McCann Erickson, Publicis e DDB. Em mais de 15 anos de carreira, atuou no Brasil e nos Estados Unidos, atendendo marcas globais como Coca-Cola, Nestlé e Walmart — inclusive em campanhas voltadas ao esporte. Mas o reencontro definitivo com sua paixão viria em 2015, quando aceitou o convite para assumir o marketing justamente do Corinthians. Durante quase três anos no clube, foi protagonista de um período de profundas transformações, que resultaram em recordes de faturamento, crescimento de marca e maior profissionalização da estrutura comercial. De lá, assumiu como CEO de uma nova agência esportiva do grupo Publicis, liderando campanhas para a Seleção Brasileira na Copa da Rússia e ampliando o portfólio com contas relevantes no cenário esportivo nacional. Nos anos seguintes, seguiu conectado ao futebol por meio de projetos com a Federação Paulista e a CBF, até que, em 2022, foi escolhido para liderar o marketing do Comitê Olímpico do Brasil. À frente da entidade até o fim de 2024, liderou iniciativas estratégicas como o reposicionamento do “Manda Brasa”, o lançamento das fanfests “Paris é Brasa” e a valorização do atleta como protagonista da comunicação olímpica, consolidando resultados históricos para o COB no ciclo de Paris. Conosco aqui, o publicitário com mais de 25 anos de experiência, estrategista de marketing esportivo, head da 1896, agência dedicada à gestão comercial do COB até os Jogos de Los Angeles 2028, o paulistano Gustavo Ferraz Herbetta. Inspire-se! A 2 Peaks Bikes é a importadora e distribuidora oficial no Brasil da Factor Bikes, Santa Cruz Bikes e de diversas outras marcas e conta com três lojas: Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo e Los Angeles. Lá, ninguém vende o que não conhece: todo produto é testado por quem realmente pedala.  A 2 Peaks Bikes foi pensada e criada para resolver os desafios de quem leva o pedal a sério — seja no asfalto, na terra ou na trilha. Mas também acolhe o ciclista urbano, o iniciante e até a criança que está começando a brincar de pedalar. Para a 2 Peaks, todo ciclista é bem-vindo.  Eu convido você a conhecer a 2 Peaks Bikes, distribuidora oficial da Factor e Santa Cruz Bikes no Brasil. @2peaksbikes @2peaksbikesla SIGA e COMPARTILHE o Endörfina através do seu app preferido de podcasts. Contribua também com este projeto através do Apoia.se.  

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How strong is your dividend growth portfolio? Send it to us for a free evaluation at dcm.team@growmydollar.com. Plus, join our market newsletter for more on dividend growth investing.Dividend investing isn't about settling for slow growth. To grow your income, you need to own growing companies, and the real wins come when you find them at a discount. The trick is seeing past the headlines and recognizing value even in businesses the market assumes are at risk of disruption. In this milestone 50th episode, Greg kicks things off with a Wall Street Journal investor quiz that highlights the timeless power of compounding. From there, the focus shifts to Accenture ($ACN), the world's largest consulting firm. Despite short-term headwinds from government budget cuts and fears of AI disruption, Accenture's strong balance sheet, growing dividend, and unique position in the consulting landscape make it a compelling candidate for long-term dividend growth investors. Greg breaks down the numbers, the risks, and the upside scenario if Accenture turns AI into an accelerant for its business model. Topics Covered:  03:13 – The century-long compounding lesson: Coca-Cola, Nvidia, Altria, and Apple 05:15 – Berkshire Hathaway's glitch and 60 years of outperformance 07:26 – Introducing Accenture ($ACN): A long-held but renewed idea 08:48 – Why the stock has fallen from $400 to the mid-$200s 10:39 – AI disruption fears: risk or opportunity? 11:33 – Morningstar and Value Line's perspectives on Accenture 14:34 – Historical dividend, earnings, and revenue track record 16:25 – Margins, balance sheet strength, and net debt position 19:03 – Return on invested capital: consistent discipline over decades 20:08 – Acquisition strategy: why Accenture has succeeded where others fail 21:59 – Conservative debt issuance and bond market confidence 24:56 – Profitability metrics: margins remain steady through cycles 26:14 – Accounts receivable and customer credit strength 27:41 – Why the federal contract risk looks like a buying opportunity 28:10 – The 10-year dividend model and forward growth scenarios 30:01 – Potential upside if AI becomes a growth driver 31:45 – Valuation: PE, price-to-sales, and free cash flow yield at decade lows 32:48 – Risks: client concentration, acquisitions, regulation, and AI disruption 34:04 – Final thoughts 

Ad Age Creativity Editor Tim Nudd reveals the creativity trends of 2025 so far, including the impact of AI on brand marketing, the resurgence of experiential activations and the secret to an effective modern Super Bowl campaign. Plus, data reveals the impact of AI search on brand's website visits—some categories are seeing a lift while others are staying flat. Dig deeper into the differentiators. And E.l.f. Cosmetics finds itself the latest subject of consumer scrutiny after partnering with controversial comedian Matt Rife. Find out where experts are saying the brand went wrong. Dig deeper on the topics mentioned in this week's episode: ~Tim's list of the top ads of 2025 so far ~Coca-Cola's AI-generated holiday campaign ~Google's not-so-good Olympics AI ad ~Walton Goggins' Doritos porn spoof ~Apply to join Ad Age's Small Agency Network ~Keep track of agency account reviews here

We are still on our summer break so we are dropping this episode: Greatest Hits: Interview Smarter, Not Harder A job interview isn't just about answering questions—it's about telling the right story, at the right time, with the right impact. In this episode, I share strategies to help you stand out with clarity, confidence, and preparation.You'll learn:What to do before, during, and after the interviewA fresh take on answering behavioral (STAR) questionsHow to turn your resume into a storytelling toolWhy reviewing your interview performance is key to growthSupport the showJill Griffin, host of The Career Refresh, delivers expert guidance on workplace challenges and career transitions. Jill leverages her experience working for the world's top brands like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton Hotels, and Martha Stewart to address leadership, burnout, team dynamics, and the 4Ps (perfectionism, people-pleasing, procrastination, and personalities). Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for more details on: Book a 1:1 Career Strategy and Executive Coaching HERE Build a Leadership Identity That Earns Trust and Delivers Results. Gallup CliftonStrengths Corporate Workshops to build a strengths-based culture Team Dynamics training to increase retention, communication, goal setting, and effective decision-making Keynote Speaking Grab a personal Resume Refresh with Jill Griffin HERE Follow @JillGriffinOffical on Instagram for daily inspiration Connect with and follow Jill on LinkedIn

Tech is everywhere, but representation still lags, especially for Latinas. Despite being one of the fastest-growing demographics in the workforce, Latinas remain underrepresented in the rooms where major tech and business decisions are made. But that's starting to change. When you combine global experience, technical skill, and a fearless mindset, you don't just participate in the industry, you help shape it!This episode proves what's possible when Latinas take up space, lead innovation, and use their voice to create lasting impact.In this episode, I'm joined by Christina D. Gallegos, an accomplished Latina leader and the CEO and founder of Gradient Coast. With a powerhouse resume spanning Google, Disney, J&J, and Coca-Cola, Christina shares how her background in product management, operations, and strategy has allowed her to succeed across global industries and now consults businesses on how to merge technology with purpose. A SoCal native with global roots, she brings a rare mix of corporate wisdom and entrepreneurial grit.Tune in to episode 244 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, and learn how Christina moved through corporate America, led life-saving innovations with Google Maps, and now mentors the next generation of tech leaders. She shares how technology touches every industry, what businesses are getting wrong about AI, and what it takes to go from corporate comfort to entrepreneurial risk. If you're on the edge of your next big move, this conversation will give you the push you need.Episode Takeaways:"Technology is like water; it's everywhere and essential." (03:55)How Christina helped users survive wildfires and war with Google Maps (06:24)A Disney project that changed Halloween for thousands of families (10:26)Bringing tech into small and mid-size businesses and optimizing operations (14:26)When leaving corporate is a must (even if you work at a tech giant!) (16:38)Christina's 3-step playbook for going from side hustle to CEO (19:12)How to decompress and find balance as a high achiever (22:05)Christina's top advice for any Amiga trying to handle her shit (27:24)Connect with Christina D. Gallegos:LinkedInGradient CoastLet's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInJackie Tapia Arbonne's websiteBook: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Coaching Minds Podcast, we flip the script on performance by focusing on the other 12 hours of the day—rest and recovery. Ben Carnes sits down with Lori Oliver and Jill MacRae, co-founders of The Inactive Company and creators of the Inactivator Sleep Mask, to explore the science of sleep and why most people are doing it wrong.With powerhouse careers at Spanx, Coca-Cola, and Starbucks, Lori and Jill know what it's like to push limits—and what it costs when rest is ignored. They share research-backed strategies, from small weekly sleep tweaks to blackout environments, and explain why better sleep can unlock creativity, decision-making, and game-day performance.If you're a coach, athlete, or high-performer who wants to recover faster, think sharper, and win more, this conversation will change the way you think about rest.Highlights:Why elite athletes and teams are making sleep a top priorityThe Sleep 7 Playbook: small changes that make a big impactHow blackout & temperature regulation can transform recoveryWhy “sleep is a workout” is the message every teenager needs to hearTools for coaches to integrate sleep into performance cultureResources Mentioned:The Inactive Company: inactiveco.comWhy We Sleep by Matthew Walker: amzn.to/4lsqDKy

Today we are re-publishing this fantastic episode from our archive as our planned episode has been delayed for technical reasons. Our guest Joy Das Gupta has built an incredible career in loyalty, spending over thirteen years shaping many of the most exciting and innovative propositions at Starbucks in the US market.Now an independent loyalty consultant, Joy works with clients such as Brooks Running and has previously supported global brands including Coca-Cola, Stanley Black & Decker, Cisco Systems, and Samsung during his time at Merkle.In this episode, Joy shares valuable insights along with common pitfalls that loyalty professionals should watch out for, making this conversation as relevant today as ever. Listen to enjoy our conversation with Joy Das Gupta from Das Gupta Consulting LLC. Show Notes:1) Joy Das Gupta2) Watch the full interview at www.Loyalty.TV

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SALT LAKE CITY IS BACK! ORANGE COUNTY IS TOO MUCH! AND GILDED AGE IS OVER! After a (random) “how do you find Coca Cola in an airport” conversation, we dive into the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City trailer that dropped this week! Mary versus Angie?! Lisa versus everyone?! Heather… not being an obvious loser? WOW! Then, we jump over to Shannon Beador and Tamra Judge being different types of horrible! ORANGE COUNTY, LET'S HAVE FUN, GEEZ! Finally, we break down that Gilded Age finale! The highs and LOWS! DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TODAY! Listen to “She's Speaking with Emily Hanks” podcast on Apple Podcasts! Listen to “She's Speaking with Emily Hanks” podcast on Spotify! Follow Emily on Instagram! Subscribe to Emily's YouTube channel, where we go live every single Sunday!   *** HEY! Some of you have asked how you can show your appreciation for all the content provided by your mama's favorite Black geek. How about you buy me a beer/coffee? CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT! ***   New episodes of “I Ken Not with Kendrick Tucker” are released weekly!   DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE, RATE, AND REVIEW! I LOVE 5 STARS! EMAIL ME AT IKENNOTPODCAST@GMAIL.COM! FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM! FOLLOW ME ON THREADS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In both business and life, endurance, not speed, is of the utmost importance. Jesse Itzler's first book was rejected by 15 publishers before number 16 gave him a shot. 30 is how many years Jesse's been running races without winning a single win. And 100 is roughly how many miles Jesse covered in his longest ultramarathon, races that taught him the one business lesson most entrepreneurs never learn: you don't have to be the fastest to finish first."I've never won anything in my life, not even close," Itzler tells me with a laugh during our recent conversation. "I'm back in the pack. In a marathon with 60,000 runners in New York, I came in like 57,000th place. But these ultra marathons aren't about being the best runner, they're all about will."It's a philosophy that's carried the serial entrepreneur through an unlikely journey: from performing as rapper "Jesse Jaymes" (his single "Shake It Like a White Girl" hit #74 on Billboard in 1991) to co-founding Marquis Jet and selling it to Berkshire Hathaway, to leading ZICO Coconut Water's sale to Coca-Cola. Along the way, he became part-owner of the Atlanta Hawks and married Spanx founder Sara Blakely, creating one of entrepreneurship's most dynamic power couples. Now in its 3rd year, Jesse is hosting the Runningman Festival, a unique fitness and wellness experience and conference designed to challenge, inspire and bring like-minded people together in Kingston Downs: Rome, Georgia in mid-September. Jesse is the definition of serial entrepreneur but what most people miss about his approach to business is that he's never actually trying to win the race everyone else is running. I hope you get as much out of this conversation with Jesse as I did! Special thanks to our sponsors:You know, about a year ago I was working out of a co-working space with a private office and studio in West Hollywood, and honestly? It was fine but felt more like a college dorm than a professional workspace. I'm running a full service brand strategy consultancy and production company, meeting with serious clients, and I realized the environment wasn't on brand for me. Then I discovered Industrious - and here's something that blew my mind: they're actually the world's largest premium flexible workspace, with over 200 locations across 10 countries. But they don't feel corporate or stuffy at all.What really sets them apart is their approach…Unlike traditional co-working spaces, Industrious operates more like a hotel management model. They partner directly with landlords to create these incredible spaces, and the difference is night and day. When I walk my clients through the doors now, I can see the immediate shift in how they perceive me and my company.  There's this elevation in credibility that you just can't put a price on. And I'm not alone - their members consistently report feeling "proud to bring clients here" and that the space "elevates my own sense of self so I can do better work."The flexibility is incredible - I can scale my space up or down based on my team's needs. And with locations worldwide, I've got options whether I'm in LA or traveling for business to NYC and across the world. If you're tired of working from home or that coffee shop and you want a space that reflects your ambitions and style, you owe it to yourself to check out Industrious.Head to https://www.industriousoffice.com/ or send me a note and I'll personally set up a VIP tour for you in an Industrious office near you. Support the show

Want to hear about a specific topic on the show? Text us and we will consider it :)What does it take to transform a 75-year-old family cleaning manufacturing & supply company into a nationwide sensation? Ryan Long of Long's Products joins us to share the remarkable journey that began with his grandfather-in-law selling Fuller Brushes door-to-door after World War II.Ryan reveals how he married into the business and found his passion in the cleaning industry, eventually purchasing the company with his wife from her parents in 2015. The story unfolds with charming details about the founder making hand soap in repurposed Coca-Cola bottles with his chemistry teacher, establishing the foundations of a business that would evolve into a comprehensive janitorial supply company with their own proprietary chemical formulations.The conversation takes us through the company's explosive growth through TikTok, transforming from shipping around 300 packages annually to approximately 25,000 in just one year. Ryan shares his grassroots marketing approach, sending samples to content creators until their products—particularly the Donzo Degreaser and Digest Plus enzyme cleaner—began speaking for themselves. What makes this growth story unique is how Long's Products maintains their personal touch, with Ryan still working the front counter, knowing customers by name, and often helping mix chemicals and fulfill orders himself.We explore the delicate balance between tradition and innovation as Ryan describes maintaining old-school customer connections while embracing online ord Up your cleaning game, join over 6000 Cleaning Business Owners most of whom are located here in the United States. Erica Paynter is the brains behind My Virtual Bookkeeper, a bookkeeping firm for cleaning companies, and the creator of Clean Co. Cash Flow Academy and the Clean Co. Collective. She's on a mission to help cleaning business owners make sense of their numbers without boring them to tears! Erica's all about turning messy books into profit-packed powerhouses. support@myvbk.com It can be crowed when trying to figure out who you are going to learn fromSupport the showThanks for tuning in to Cleaning Business Life, the show where we pull back the curtain on what it really takes to start, grow, and scale a thriving cleaning business without burning out. Every episode is packed with tips, stories, and strategies you can put to work right away—because you deserve a business that works for you, not the other way around. If you enjoyed today's episode, make sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a new release. And if you got value from this conversation, share it with another cleaning business owner who could use the encouragement and practical advice. Let's stay connected! You can find me online at:

Nancy Silverton is a chef from Los Angeles. Her newest book, The Cookie That Changed My Life, is out now. We chat about Chris' 16-hour flight to Korea, his indoctrination into the K-pop community, a trip to California's wine country, she doesn't listen to music while cooking unless she's in Italy, why she doesn't like In-n-out, a new flavor or Coca Cola, she's opening a pasta restaurant in Koreatown and a diner in Larchmont, she really be dressing, controlling the consistency of your restaurants is tougher when they're in Saudi Arabia, how she got into podcasting having never listened to a podcast before, making teens do all your work for you, she gave up cocaine and got addicted to shopping, her neighborhood in LA, oversized cookies, Waffle House, her philosophy on milkshakes, we pitch Ye Olde Nancy's Provisions Shoppe (est. 2024) the last person she comped a meal for, the hamburger of her dreams, and how she stays snatched constantly eating bread and pasta her whole life. ⁠instagram.com/nancysilverton⁠ ⁠twitter.com/donetodeath⁠ ⁠twitter.com/themjeans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This is one of our favourite interviews EVER! In this very special LIVE edition of Brand Growth Heroes, recorded at Bread & Jam Fest 2025, Fiona Fitz sits down in front of a live audience with the absolutely brilliant and hilariously honest Juliet Barratt, co-founder of the category-defining sports nutrition brand, Grenade. Juliet shares the fab story of how she and then-partner Al Barrett took Grenade from the back of a big night out in Birmingham to the shelves of Tesco, WHSmith and petrol stations across the UK, and ultimately to a £200M exit to Mondelez - without ever compromising on what made them different.If this episode inspires you to think about new ways to drive business growth, PLEASE could you click FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE on your favourite podcast app and leave a review, AND share it with a fellow founder - it could help them too!The conversation covers so much - from how branding (and “weirdness!”) can be a superpower, to the moment they realised their “retire-on-a-beach” plan was delusional, to driving a tank into BodyPower Expo (yes, really) to get noticed by GNC. Juliet also opens up about how being “all in” meant no days off for four years, about hiring people who weren't “knobs,” and about what it really felt like when the money landed in her bank account after the deal closed, and interestingly, why it WASN'T the moment of glory people imagine!She also shares her views on today's funding-obsessed food and drink ecosystem, and why she believes too many founders are chasing other people's stories instead of writing their own.Wait for it...Juliet also shares her (perhaps controversial?!) views on the 'female founder' movement - we'd love to know what you think (if you're listening on Spotify, you can comment below!)Juliet's energy is infectious, her insight razor-sharp, and her advice unmissable for any challenger brand founder.And yes, we talk about the Oreo bar. (Don't eat five a day. Just… don't.) PS: Don't miss the audience questions at the end. Golden nuggets tsunami! Enjoy.Useful links:Connect with Juliet Barratt on LinkedInFollow Grenade on LinkedInMore about Bread & Jam FestivalFollow Brand Growth Heroes on LinkedInConnect with BGH host Fiona Fitz on LinkedIn============================================================Thanks to Brand Growth Heroes' podcast sponsor - Joelson, the commercial law firm=============================================================If you're a founder, you already know how much of your energy goes into building the perfect product, creating standout branding and connecting with your consumers.But don't forget that scaling a CPG business also comes with a maze of legal complexities that can make or break your business journey. From contracts, term sheets and regulatory compliance to protecting your brand's intellectual property as you expand, it's essential to get it right.And that starts with the right legal partner.So we're thrilled to introduce Joelson, a leading commercial law firm that specialises in guiding the founders of scaling CPG brands, as Brand Growth Heroes' sponsor.With long-term relationships with clients like Little Moons, Trip, Eat Natural, Bear Graze, and Pulsin, Joelson is also famous for advising the innocent founders in their landmark sale to Coca-Cola! As a female team, we are especially impressed by Joelson's commitment to championing female founders in CPG.Not many law firms are also BCorps, nor do they specialise in helping founders navigate the legal challenges of scaling without stifling the creativity and momentum that got you here in the first place. So thanks, Joelson—we're delighted to have you on board.If you'd like to get in touch to find out more, why don't you drop them a line at hello@joelsonlaw.com!==============================================A tiny favour: If this episode inspires you to think about new ways to drive business growth, please could you click FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE on your favourite podcast app and leave a review?This small gesture from you means the world to us, and allows us to share these nuggets of insight and value with you more often.You won't want to miss the next episode, in which Fiona Fitz talks with another successful founder of a challenger brand who shares more valuable insights into driving growth.Please don't hesitate to join our Brand Growth Heroes community to stay updated with captivating stories and learnings from your beloved brands on their path to success!Follow us on our Brand Growth Heroes socials: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.Thanks to our Sound Engineer, Gyp Buggane, Ballagroove.com and podcast producer/content creator, Kathryn Watts, Social KEWS.

On this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, I'm joined by Stephen Williamson, Co-Founder and CEO of Forager Project—the family-owned, organic, dairy-free creamery crafting premium yogurts, milks, and creamers from cashews and coconuts. Founded in 2013 with his stepson, JC Hanley, Forager Project was born from a bold mission: to flip the dairy model so plants make up 85% of global consumption instead of just 15%.Before launching Forager Project, Stephen served as Chairman and CEO of Odwalla, helping grow the brand into a $400 million fresh juice leader before its acquisition by Coca-Cola. Guided by a deep commitment to organic ingredients, sustainability, and his “soil to soul” philosophy, Stephen is reshaping what dairy can mean for people and the planet.In our conversation, Stephen shares how his experiences at Odwalla influenced Forager's creation, why he bet early on building his own manufacturing plant, and the strategies that helped scale the brand to over 10,000 stores nationwide. We also dive into the challenges of perfecting plant-based Greek-style yogurt, the role of conscious capitalism in decision-making, and how Forager continues to innovate in a crowded plant-based market.If you're curious about the future of dairy, scaling a mission-driven food brand, or how to lead with values while winning on taste—this episode is packed with insight. Now live on The Kara Goldin Show. Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks. To learn more about Stephen Williamson and Forager Project:https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-williamson-86b94910https://foragerproject.com/ Sponsored By:Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/karaACORNS. Head to acorns.com/KARA or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today!Odoo - Discover how Odoo can take your business to the next level, by visiting Odoo.com Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/727

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Tiffany Anton sits down with Greg Shelton of Shelton Roofing to talk about his journey from working at Coca-Cola to running a successful roofing business in the Upper Cumberland area. Greg shares how his brother got him into roofing and how he started part-time with a Mount Juliet-based company expanding into the region. He discusses the challenges of working in bad weather, the importance of high-quality local roofing, and why customers should always keep paper copies of their estimates. Greg also shares tips on spotting roof damage early and stresses the value of doing background checks on roofing companies before hiring. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Reverend Dr. Adrian Booth Johnson. Founder of the Woye Bra Initiative under the nonprofit Infinity Global Empowerment. Former executive at Coca-Cola and U.S. Department of Energy. A passionate advocate for women’s empowerment in Africa, especially in Ghana. Known affectionately as “Reverend Granny” in African villages.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Reverend Dr. Adrian Booth Johnson. Founder of the Woye Bra Initiative under the nonprofit Infinity Global Empowerment. Former executive at Coca-Cola and U.S. Department of Energy. A passionate advocate for women’s empowerment in Africa, especially in Ghana. Known affectionately as “Reverend Granny” in African villages.

We are still on our summer break so we are dropping this greatest hits episode, where we unpack how anxiety influences your leadership style, decisions, and team dynamics. Discover simple mindset shifts and practical tools to lead with clarity, calm, and collaboration.Key Takeaways:Spot anxiety-driven patterns in your leadershipUse tools like pausing, journaling, and reframing to stop spiralingShift from control to connection with a power-with approachSupport the showJill Griffin, host of The Career Refresh, delivers expert guidance on workplace challenges and career transitions. Jill leverages her experience working for the world's top brands like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton Hotels, and Martha Stewart to address leadership, burnout, team dynamics, and the 4Ps (perfectionism, people-pleasing, procrastination, and personalities). Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for more details on: Book a 1:1 Career Strategy and Executive Coaching HERE Build a Leadership Identity That Earns Trust and Delivers Results. Gallup CliftonStrengths Corporate Workshops to build a strengths-based culture Team Dynamics training to increase retention, communication, goal setting, and effective decision-making Keynote Speaking Grab a personal Resume Refresh with Jill Griffin HERE Follow @JillGriffinOffical on Instagram for daily inspiration Connect with and follow Jill on LinkedIn

In the latest episode of The Science of Personality, Ryne and Blake are joined by Coaching.com CEO, Charlotte Saulny, to talk about how organizations can create a coaching culture. With more than 20 years of senior leadership experience in professional services, Charlotte has dedicated her career to helping people thrive in the workplace. She has worked directly with many of the heavy hitters in the corporate world, including Hilton, Cisco, Coca-Cola, and Facebook, and as a senior executive at ADP, she oversaw the implementation of a strengths-based employee engagement initiative that positively impacted over 60,000 employees worldwide. 

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In 1985, Coca-Cola changed its flavour. You probably know that this was a complete failure. ‘New Coke' was discontinued after just 79 days. But you probably don't know the true reason why New Coke failed. Many claim it was due to poor market research, but today's guest on Nudge, leading consumer behaviour expert Philip Graves, disagrees. Philip says New Coke failed not because the research was poor, but because market research is inherently flawed. Want to understand the biggest marketing blunder of the century? Listen to today's Nudge. ---  Phil's book: https://shorturl.at/kzAta Phil's consultancy: https://www.philipgraves.net/consultancy/ Subscribe to the (free) Nudge Newsletter: https://nudge.ck.page/profile  Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phill-agnew-22213187/  Watch Nudge on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nudgepodcast/ --- Today's sources: Dutton, D. G., & Aron, A. P. (1974). Some evidence for heightened sexual attraction under conditions of high anxiety. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 30(4), 510–517. Graves, P. (2010). Consumer.ology: The market research myth, the truth about consumers and the psychology of shopping. Nicholas Brealey. Hasel, L.E. & Kassin, S.M. (2009). On the presumption of evidentiary independence: Can confessions corrupt eyewitness identifications? Psychological Science, 20(1), 122. McClure, S. M., Li, J., Tomlin, D., Cypert, K. S., Montague, L. M., & Montague, P. R. (2004). Neural correlates of behavioral preference for culturally familiar drinks. Neuron, 44(2), 379–387. Nisbett, R. E., & Wilson, T. D. (1977). Telling more than we can know: Verbal reports on mental processes. Psychological Review, 84(3), 231–259.

Talk to enough beverage industry oldheads…and eventually a few will share their “rise and fall” thoughts on The Coca-Cola Company's Venturing and Emerging Brands (VEB) unit. Launched in 2007, the VEB business unit was tasked with identifying and supporting the growth of beverage brands with billion-dollar potential through investment or acquisition. Essentially, VEB was a way for the beverage giant to better manage smaller brands…allowing them to move quicker (and fail faster). But judging VEB can drastically change based on snapshots over time and if you're holding The Coca-Cola Company to this absurd standard that success only means billion-dollar generational brands. So, maybe you could point to relative miscalculations with cold-pressed juice brand Suja or the more recent shuttering of Honest Tea or ZICO coconut water…but when talking about corporate venture capital, it only takes a massive success to balance everything out! And when we mention The Coca-Cola Company's VEB business unit…you can't overlook fairlife, which is now the fast-growing billion-dollar portfolio brand and has become absolutely crucial to the future of Coca-Cola.

Guess what: your million-dollar idea isn't safe. Not unless you know the difference between a patent, a trademark, and a trade secret.  In this episode, Matt and Lou sit down with IP attorney Austin Bonderer to reveal the legal toolbox small businesses and startups need to protect what matters most: your ideas, brand, and secret sauce. They dive into patent basics, trademark headaches, global filing strategies, AI risks, and trade secrets worth their weight in gold. Here's what you'll learn: ✅ Patents = a government‑granted monopoly (the why and how) ✅ The three must-have criteria: useful, novel, unobvious ✅ Design patents cover looks; utility covers functionality ✅ Trademarks aren't just logos; they protect consumers by preventing confusion ✅ Patent trolls explained; intellectual property as investment ✅ Global patents via PCT; 30-month deadline to enter country filings ✅ Trade secrets = your unregistered secret sauce (think Coca‑Cola recipe) ✅ AI disclosures can kill your patent (think twice before feeding it secret ideas) ✅ Public domain explosion: patents expire after ~20 years; copyrights ~90 years + life Who is Austin? Austin Bonderer is the founder of the Law Offices of Austin Bonderer, dedicated solely to intellectual property. A former patent examiner and stalwart lawyer, his passion is helping entrepreneurs actually protect their work without draining their budgets.  

When President Donald Trump posted that he'd been in talks with Coca-Cola, and that the sodamaker would soon be making Coke with cane sugar, it sent the soda world into a fizz. WSJ's Laura Cooper explains why Coca-Cola and other sodamakers originally made the switch from sugar to high-fructose corn syrup and why it would be hard to go back. Annie Minoff hosts. Further Listening:- ‘It Came out of Nowhere': The Rise of Dr Pepper - Can Pepsi Make a Comeback?- The Fight to Kick Soda Out of Food Stamps Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices