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Launch Your Box Podcast with Sarah Williams | Start, Launch, and Grow Your Subscription Box
Have you considered starting with a one-thing of the month subscription? You should. Why do I say that? Well, my one-thing of the month subscription is easier to manage and more profitable than my fully curated subscription box. And my one-thing of the month subscription has almost double the number of subscribers as my larger, more expensive box. When people start thinking about starting a subscription box, they think about a fully curated box. They dream about the experience they'll provide their subscribers with all the little touches and a box filled with items that complement each other. But soon, overwhelm sets in. Creating that fully curated experience with all the little touches takes a LOT of work. And all that work and all that overwhelm can turn into not making progress. Instead of starting with a fully curated box, think about starting with one thing. There are several benefits to starting a one-thing of the month subscription. A one-thing of the month subscription: Has the lowest barrier to getting started. Fewer vendors to work with. Lower start-up funds. Packaging that is simple and the same each month! Is easier to fulfill and ship. Has the potential for higher profit margins. Brainstorm what your one item could be by asking yourself: What is your best-selling item? What do people repeatedly buy? What do people constantly ask you for more of? Your one-thing of the month could be: Something fun - a no-frills way for subscribers to treat themselves. Something consumable - subscribers never run out! So many Launch Your Box members have wildly successful one-thing of the month subscriptions. Some of the “one things” their happy subscribers receive include: T-shirts Candles Pizzelles Nail polish Earrings Door hangers Washi tape Start brainstorming what you can turn into a one-thing of the month subscription and move one step closer to launching your subscription. How does a subscription that's easier to manage and more profitable sound? Join me for this episode to learn more about why you should consider starting a one-thing of the month subscription. Join me in all the places: Facebook Instagram Launch Your Box with Sarah Website Are you ready for Launch Your Box? Our complete training program walks you step by step through how to start, launch, and grow your subscription box business. Join the waitlist today!
It was a total blast recording this episode with Evelio Mattos and the incredible founders of Perro Verde Mezcal, Juan Santiago Rodriguez and Mariana Carvajal.This wasn't just a conversation about spirits; it was a masterclass in how brand story, heritage, and “un-compromised” design come together to create something truly rare—or as they say in Spanish, a Perro Verde.
S8 EP2 From shop floor lessons to commercial confidence with Dahlia StroudThis week we're joined by Dahlia Stroud, a retail and FMCG leader whose career spans Nestlé, Asda and Co-op, where she's led commercial strategy, online trading and multiple buying teams (without ever officially holding the buyer title). Today she hosts Stressed But Well-Dressed, exploring the link between confidence, mindset and how we show up at work.In this episode we go back to the start- field sales, Christmas aisles and learning retail the hard way and how those early experiences built the instincts she later used to lead teams and shape commercial decisions across categories from home to healthcare.We talk about the moment online retail changed everything: why a profitable product on paper isn't always profitable in reality, how customer behaviour differs by channel, and why great buyers have to understand the full journey not just the margin line. Dahlia shares how she influenced teams without authority, using insight and education to bring people with her rather than telling them what to do.We also get into the human side of careers. Redundancy knocked her confidence and identity, and led to creating Stressed But Well-Dressed as a way to rebuild her voice, discovering along the way that everyone, even senior leaders, is figuring it out as they go. Confidence, she says, isn't about knowing everything it's about trusting you can work it out.Along the way we cover trend moments that unexpectedly explode, why getting the basics right matters just as much as innovation, and the psychology behind why customers actually buy things in the first place.Three key takeaways1. The best commercial instincts are built on the shop floor Those early, unglamorous roles teach you how retail actually works - customers, stores, operations and reality vs theory. That experience shapes stronger decisions later because you understand the impact beyond the numbers.2. Buying isn't just margin (yes we did say that) it's the full operating model Online retail forced a shift from product-level thinking to end-to-end thinking. Packaging, fulfilment, returns and behaviour all matter, and the strongest commercial teams are the ones who connect customer behaviour to financial outcomes.3. Confidence drives progression more than job titles Redundancy pushed Dahlia to rebuild her identity and voice- and reinforced a simple truth: everyone has doubt. The difference is backing yourself anyway. When you change your internal narrative, your external impact changes too.Connect with DahliaPodcast: Stressed But Well-DressedExploring the relationship between clothing, confidence, and mindsetSupport the showIf you've liked this episode please rate, follow, subscribe and share :) - and if you already have, thank you!Follow us @buyingandbeyond on Instagram Send us a DM or email hello@buyingandbeyond.co.uk Find out more about us www.buyingandbeyond.co.uk If you'd like to show a little more love, then head here to give us just a little bit *extra* and show us your support :) thank you! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300060/support
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Will Reif is the Founder and President of @RoastarBags in Wausau, WI. He joined the Coffee People podcast to share his journey into coffee thru entrepreneurship, a lot of advice for leading a business, and what value digital printing has offered to coffee packaging.Meet the Roastar Team IRL at:March 8-10, Coffee Fest NYC - Booth 2716April 8-10, World of Coffee Expo (San Diego) - Booth 2443Coffee People is presented by Roastar, Inc., the premier coffee packaging company utilizing digital printing. Roastar enables small-to-gigantic coffee businesses tell a big story. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4gIsHff.Follow @roastar on Instagram.Previous interview with Roastar's Dani Taube.Thanks for watching the Coffee People Podcast. Like all small businesses and entrepreneurs, we're still learning, modifying, and continuing to improve—at least trying to!Head to www.coffeepeoplepodcast.com for links from the show, context to our conversation, and much more. We'll be sharing updates on our event calendar soon. Buy Eli And Jane Books: https://www.onewildlifebooks.com/Stay tuned to haceacoffee.com for updates on the 2026 roasting competition. Shop all of our coffee collaborations, including Yeah, No...Yeah Coffee! https://www.coffeepeoplepodcast.com/collab-coffee/Coffee People is one of the premier coffee and entrepreneurship podcasts, featuring interviews with professionals in the coffee industry and coffee education. Host Ryan Woldt interviews roastery founders, head roasters, coffee shop owners, scientists, artists, baristas, farmers, green coffee brokers, and more.This show is also supported by Marea Coffee , Cape Horn Green Coffee Importers, Sivetz Roasting Machines, Relative Coffee Company, Coffee Cycle Roasting, MAMU Coffee, and Hacea Coffee Source.Head to www.coffeepeoplepodcast.com for show recaps, coffee education, guest list and coffee news.Register to become an organ donor at: https://registerme.org/.*Clicking these links to purchase will also support Roast! West Coast through their affiliate marketing programs.
This week: Dana Mosora, senior consultant at CEFLEX talks with Ian Welsh about the push to make flexible packaging in Europe circular. They discuss PPWR targets, infrastructure gaps, recycled content demand and the policy changes needed to scale sorting and recycling by 2030. Plus: Innovation Forum's Lia Da Giau about some of the emerging themes and corporate innovations that are working to advance circular packaging initiatives. And, polypropylene coffee cups now widely recyclable in US; Unilever P&G L'Oréal join Ottawa reuse trial; sustainability reporting rises despite policy uncertainty; and, fashion risks losing third of profits by 2030, in the news digest. Host: Ellen Atiyah
Send a textThis episode is 1 of 2. 'When Packaging Talks Back' is followed directly after for episode 2 by 'When Packaging Talks Back: Will Print Listen'?Packaging used to be a dead end for brand relationships. Now it's becoming the front door. We sit down with keynote speaker Güneri Tugcu in the first of a 2 part podcast, to unpack how connected packaging turns every product into a digital touchpoint that delivers utility, trust and measurable outcomes long after checkout. From post‑COVID shifts in shopper behaviour to the rise of QR‑powered journeys, we get practical on what scales, what fails and how to build value that keeps customers scanning.We dig into the standards making this real: GS1 Digital Link and Project Sunrise 2027, which aim to replace the traditional barcode with a single “master code” that serves retailers and consumers alike. That change unlocks Digital Product Passports, granular traceability, anti‑counterfeit checks that feel like service rather than suspicion, and dynamic content shaped by context. Gunnary shares hard‑won lessons from SGK, Digimarc and Amazon, showing how convenience, not copy, sets expectations—and why serialisation and identity are now the backbone of loyalty, warranty, resale and recycling.The conversation also tackles ownership and design. Retailers still control the aisle, but brands can earn parallel, permission‑based relationships by respecting privacy, offering clear benefits and making tasks effortless—think instant warranty registration instead of hunting for old receipts. In textiles and fashion, looming regulations will force item‑level IDs across the board, pushing converters, brands, platforms and retailers to orchestrate together. The dividing line ahead is clear: campaign thinking that spikes and fades versus infrastructure thinking that compounds insight and lifetime value.Ready to turn print into a persistent, digital channel? Listen now, share with a colleague who needs to hear it, and subscribe for future conversations. If this helped you rethink packaging, leave a quick review—it helps more people discover the show.Listen on:Apple PodcastGoogle PodcastSpotifyWhat is FuturePrint? FuturePrint is a digital and in person platform and community dedicated to future print technology. Over 20,000 people per month read our articles, listen to our podcasts, view our TV features, click on our e-newsletters and attend our in-person and virtual events. We hope to see you at one of our future in-person events: FuturePrint Packaging, Labels & DTS, 29-30 September '26, Valencia, Spain FuturePrint Leaders Summit, 29 September '26, Valencia, Spain FuturePrint Industrial Print, 14-15 April '27, Munich, Germany
Jason Wong started his entrepreneurial journey at 16, when he managed to generated $250,000 in a single week by selling viral products like the "Holy Meme Bible." But after years of chasing trends in the volatile world of Dropshipping and Ecommerce, he decided to pivot away from the hype. Today, Jason is the founder of Packing Duck, a vertically integrated packaging company that is disrupting the Lean manufacturing industry by making "unsexy" infrastructure sexy again.In this episode, Jason reveals how he used his background in Digital marketing to build a B2B empire that generates eight figures without spending a single dollar on ads. He breaks down his "content-first" strategy for Customer retention, explains why he texts clients instead of emailing them, and shares how to hire "A-Players" who think like owners. You will learn the secrets to Business scaling through vertical integration and why boring businesses often make the most money.In this episode, you'll learn about:The Content Arbitrage: How Jason uses high-end, fashion-style aesthetics to make cardboard boxes go viral and drive millions in organic revenue.The "Blue Bubble" Sales Hack: Why switching from email to iMessage (blue texts) drastically increased his conversion rates and customer trust.Vertical Integration 101: How owning the factory allowed him to cut out the middleman, lower prices for clients, and increase his own margins.A-Player Psychology: Jason's specific definition of an "A-Player" employee (hint: it's about "loops" of logic) and how to spot them in an interview.The Consistency Equation: Why posting 5 times a week beats perfect quality every time, and how to adapt when platforms like LinkedIn and Twitter change their algorithmsResources:Grow your business today: https://links.upflip.com/the-business-startup-and-growth-blueprint-podcast Connect with Jason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/imjasonwong
In Part 2 of HBW Insight's conversation with sustainability leader Steve Ramus, we dig into the practical realities shaping the future of sustainability in consumer health, from what consumers are actually willing to pay for, to why packaging, supply chains and long‑term planning remain some of the industry's toughest challenges. Drawing on two decades of sustainability and ESG experience, Ramus explains how consumer price sensitivity varies across markets, why sustainability can ultimately make companies more efficient, and how inflation complicates the conversation. We also explore the complex world of pharmaceutical packaging — where safety, stability and regulation often collide with expectations around plastics, recyclability and waste — and why progress, though slow, cannot stall. Timestamps: 2:00 – Will consumers pay more for sustainable OTCs? 7:00 – You don't want to be unsustainable 9:00 – ESG is good for business 10:00 – Retailer expectations 15:00 – The state of play in OTC packaging 20:00 – The challenge of replacing plastic 23:00 – The challenge of recycling 27:00 – Sustainability priorities right now 31:00 – Supply chain 32:00 – The life of a sustainability professional Guest Bio: Steve Ramus is a global sustainability and ESG executive with 20 years of experience aligning strategy with business growth, risk mitigation, and value creation. As former Vice President of Sustainability & ESG at Perrigo, he led: ESG reporting, climate strategy, responsible sourcing, human rights due diligence, packaging circularity, community engagement and other initiatives that improved ESG ratings, delivered cost savings, and generated millions in incremental revenue. Steve advanced his career within the business having led teams in both HR and Sales, prior to his roles in sustainability.
In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, Megan Young Gamble talks with fulfillment expert Maïré BAVARDAY-ROSA from ECOMSPACES all things fulfillment, operations, and growth for indie and product-based brands. Maïré details her inspiring journey from a small Caribbean island to launching a logistics business in Atlanta, sharing lessons on resilience and innovation. The conversation covers when to consider a 3PL, the importance of organization (like using SKUs and barcodes from the start!), strategies for inventory management, and why branded packaging and customer service are key growth levers. They also discuss the impact of technology like Shopify, dynamic pricing due to tariffs, retail readiness, and the ever-changing landscape of ecommerce logistics, including AI's growing role. Maïré offers super practical tips: focus on numbers, outsource shipping when it makes sense, and never underestimate operations' impact on customer experience. The episode wraps with a fun “power round” where Maïré shares personal tidbits and her passion for helping purpose-driven brands. Affiliate & Other Links: [Megan Young Gamble Links][AFFILIATE] Ready to crank out your content in as little as 5 minutes? Use Castmagic, AI powered tool to take your content creation from overwhelmed to overjoyed by saving hours of developing content. Save 20 hours by Signing up today! https://get.castmagic.io/Megan [FREEBIE] Learn about “day in the life” of a Packaging Project Manager → Get our “Starter Packaging PM Freebie” [link] https://glc.ck.page/thestarterpackagingprojectmanager [FREEBIE] Access commonly referenced organizations and tools in ONE PLACE with our handy guide HERE [link] https://bit.ly/OSTPlay Subscribe & Access our Video Vault YouTube Channel [ link] https://bit.ly/GLConYouTubeJoin our Email List [link] https://glc.ck.page/55128ae04b Follow and Connect with Megan on LinkedIn [link] https://linkedin.com/in/megangambleLearn about GLC, Packaging & Project execution firm for CPG brands http://www.getlevelconsulting.comWork with Me @ GLC, Schedule Discovery Call https://calendly.com/getlevelconsulting/15-minute-insight-sessionGot a topic you'd love us to cover? Share your ideas here [link] https://bit.ly/ppptopicform[Powerhouse Guest Maïré s LINKS]LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mairehina/Company Website : https://www.ecomspaces.com/Email Address: maire@ecomspaces.comQUOTES:Shipping is the most hated industry, I think, in the entire world. Shipping is hard.If you start spending more than two hours a day shipping, it's time to look at outsourcing your shipping.I would rather pay someone $100 to ship stuff for me in two hours than spend these two hours and lose the opportunity to make $500.Be organized. People overlook how important that is.Packaging is a very underutilized marketing tool.The best marketing is organic marketing.If you treat your customer extremely well and they have the best customer experience possible, you're going to grow organically.
In this special live episode of the CPHI Podcast Series, recorded at Pharmapack 2026, we have an engaging conversation between David Roach (Dr Creative) and Terry O'Hagan of Stevanato Group.With over two decades of expertise in medical device development, O'Hagan shares how Stevanato Group leads the way in pharmaceutical packaging innovation, leveraging its glass manufacturing heritage, automation, and strategic collaborations.Discover how the company enhances drug delivery systems, adapts to regional needs, and navigates market challenges to improve patient outcomes and drive industry growth.
With the increased popularity of paper packaging come some challenges around barriers, functionality and machinability, and in turn recyclability. Solenis's William Kuecker speaks to Elisabeth Skoda, discussing ways to tackle these challenges from the point of view of a chemical company.Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in packaging innovation, sustainability and strategy, is now weekly! Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.For more packaging news, interviews and multimedia content visit Packaging Europe.
Join Joshua and Jason as they share the details of the latest SCN US Retail Release # 14. Not only are 8 new whiskies being unleashed onto store shelves, this is the reveal of new retail packaging, to boot! The pair also share some serious belly laughs.... ...as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing
Will Reif is the Founder and President of @RoastarBags in Wausau, WI. He joined the Coffee People podcast to share his journey into coffee thru entrepreneurship, a lot of advice for leading a business, and what value digital printing has offered to coffee packaging.Meet the Roastar Team IRL at:March 8-10, Coffee Fest NYC - Booth 2716April 8-10, World of Coffee Expo (San Diego) - Booth 2443Coffee People is presented by Roastar, Inc., the premier coffee packaging company utilizing digital printing. Roastar enables small-to-gigantic coffee businesses tell a big story. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4gIsHff.Follow @roastar on Instagram.Previous interview with Roastar's Dani Taube.Thanks for watching the Coffee People Podcast. Like all small businesses and entrepreneurs, we're still learning, modifying, and continuing to improve—at least trying to!Head to www.coffeepeoplepodcast.com for links from the show, context to our conversation, and much more. We'll be sharing updates on our event calendar soon. Buy Eli And Jane Books: https://www.onewildlifebooks.com/Stay tuned to haceacoffee.com for updates on the 2026 roasting competition. Shop all of our coffee collaborations, including Yeah, No...Yeah Coffee! https://www.coffeepeoplepodcast.com/collab-coffee/Coffee People is one of the premier coffee and entrepreneurship podcasts, featuring interviews with professionals in the coffee industry and coffee education. Host Ryan Woldt interviews roastery founders, head roasters, coffee shop owners, scientists, artists, baristas, farmers, green coffee brokers, and more.This show is also supported by Marea Coffee , Cape Horn Green Coffee Importers, Sivetz Roasting Machines, Relative Coffee Company, Coffee Cycle Roasting, MAMU Coffee, and Hacea Coffee Source.Head to www.coffeepeoplepodcast.com for show recaps, coffee education, guest list and coffee news.Register to become an organ donor at: https://registerme.org/.*Clicking these links to purchase will also support Roast! West Coast through their affiliate marketing programs.
In this episode of Essential Ingredients, Justine Reichman speaks with Thomas Odermatt, founder of Roli Rotisserie, about his journey from Switzerland to the Bay Area as a third-generation butcher. They discuss the importance of local sourcing, quality ingredients, and the impact of health and nutrition on food choices. Thomas shares insights on sustainability in food production, the role of allergens, and the significance of mindful eating and community engagement. The conversation emphasizes making informed choices about food and building relationships with local farmers. Takeaways Thomas Odermatt is a third-generation butcher from Switzerland. Roli Rotisserie focuses on local sourcing and quality ingredients. Grass-fed and organic practices are essential for health. Sustainability in food production is a priority for Thomas. Mindful eating fosters connection and community. Local food is often fresher and more nutritious than corporate organic. Building relationships with farmers enhances food quality. Eating less processed food can reduce allergens. Cooking at home allows for healthier choices. Community engagement is vital for a sustainable food system. Sound bites "I have zero allergens." "Buy local ingredients." "Talk to your farmer." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Roli Rotisserie and Thomas Odermatt 02:58 The Journey of a Butcher: From Switzerland to the Bay Area 05:46 The Importance of Local Sourcing and Quality Ingredients 08:47 Health and Nutrition: The Role of Grass-Fed and Organic Practices 11:49 Sustainability in Food Production and Packaging 15:08 The Impact of Allergens and Food Processing on Health 17:44 Mindful Eating: The Importance of Connection and Community 21:02 Local vs. Organic: Making Informed Choices 24:01 Practical Tips for Healthier Eating 27:07 Building Relationships with Farmers and Food Sources 29:45 Conclusion: The Future of Food and Community Engagement
KEXP presents Packaging performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded December 15, 2025. In Your Pocket On Holiday Didn't Wanna Stay Running Through The Airport Daniel Lyon - Guitar, VocalsConnor Birch - Keys/Synth, Percussion, VocalsNick Berlin - Drums, Percussion, SamplerBridget Hartman - Bass, FluteJessica Dobson (Guest) - Guitar, Vocals Host: Larry Mizell, Jr.Audio Engineer: Kevin Suggs & Jon RobertsAudio Mixer: Connor BirchMastering Engineer: Julian Martlew https://packagingmusic.com http://kexp.org Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3I2GFN_F8WudD_2jUZbojA/join Photo by Carlos CruzSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ever wondered why the box your product comes in can matter more than the product itself?In this eye-opening episode of Start Up to Stock Exchange, host Seth Farbman sits down with Jason Grady CEO of NYSE-listed DSS and its powerhouse subsidiary Premier Packaging.From racing pro motocross as a teen to thriving in the "extreme sport" of public markets, Jason shares how DSS turns undervalued assets into high-ceiling winners across packaging, biotech, lending.Why packaging isn't boring cardboard it's strategic "pain management" that boosts sales, protects products, embraces sustainability, and creates addictive unboxing moments.The shocking truth: for brands (even iPhone-level), the box often gets as much engineering love as what's inside.A fast-paced, no-BS conversation blending high-adrenaline leadership, recession-proof business wisdom, and hidden secrets behind every shelf and delivery you see.Seth's CompaniesVstock Transfer – https://www.vstocktransfer.com/Share Media – https://www.sharemedia.co/Listen to the ShowApple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seth-farbman-on-podcast-from-startup-to-stock-exchange/id1356667808Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/54i7xkWaAALAFrUvk4WZcNConnect with SethLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstockTikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbmanTwitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1About the ShowFrom Startup to Stock Exchange, hosted by entrepreneur and investor Seth Farbman, spotlights the journey of founders and CEOs as they scale their companies from early ideas to public markets. Each episode features candid conversations with leaders across industries, offering insights on growth, fundraising, branding, and the mindset it takes to build a company that lasts.0:00 – Welcome & Guest Intro0:04 – Meet Jason Grady: CEO, COO, Leader of It All1:29 – Snapshot of DSS Today: Portfolio Powerhouse2:47 – How Jason Accidentally Became "The Packaging Guy"4:13 – Packaging as "Pain Management" – The Real Magic6:28 – Surviving (and Loving) the Public Markets Extreme Sport8:35 – Why Going Public Is an "Extreme Sport"9:52 – From Pro Motocross Racer to NYSE CEO18:30 – The Big Misconception: Packaging Is NOT a Commodity19:00 – Why the Box Can Matter More Than the Product (iPhone Example)21:46 – First Moment of Truth: Unboxing & Brand Power25:23 – Wrap-Up & Where to Learn More (DSS & Premier Sites)Connect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstock TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbman Twitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1
When you talk to one manufacturer, you hear a story. When you talk to hundreds, patterns emerge. Today, we step back and examine what those patterns tell us about the real state of electronics manufacturing.Today's episode takes a step back from individual processes and technologies to look at the electronics manufacturing industry through a broader, editorial lens. My guest is Trevor Galbraith, publisher of Global SMT & Packaging—one of the industry's valuable trade publications.As a publisher, Trevor speaks with manufacturers, suppliers, technologists, and industry leaders from around the world. That gives him a unique vantage point—not just on where the industry is investing, but where it's struggling, where expectations and reality diverge, and how issues like reliability, workforce challenges, supply chain pressure, automation, and standards are truly playing out on the factory floor.In this Meet-the-Press–style conversation, we'll explore the current state of electronics manufacturing, how reliability is being prioritized—or deprioritized—amid cost and speed pressures, whether manufacturing processes are keeping pace with design complexity, and what Trevor sees ahead for the industry over the next five to ten years.This episode isn't about promoting solutions. It's about understanding the landscape, asking hard questions, and gaining perspective from someone who hears unfiltered voices across the entire electronics manufacturing ecosystem.Global SMT & Packaging Magazinehttps://www.globalsmt.net
In this episode of the Mr. Beacon Podcast, Jenny Stanley, Founder of Appetite Creative, explains how connected packaging is transforming products into digital engagement channels. From QR codes and Digital Product Passports to data-driven marketing and post-purchase experiences, she shares real campaign insights, best practices, and emerging trends shaping retail and CPG. Discover how brands are using packaging to build loyalty, gather first-party data, and create meaningful two-way conversations with consumers.Jenny's Most Meaningful Songs:“Pump Up the Jam” by Technotronic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqCo3fr8-OM“Rolling in the Deep” by Adele: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CigMPtm4FM“A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mk3XycambgIMister Beacon is hosted by Steve Statler, CEO of ambientChat.ai — Using AI to connect people with places and products with an app that puts you in control of YOUR data.Our sponsor is Identiv https://www.identiv.com, whose IoT solutions create digital identities for physical objects, enhancing global connectivity for businesses, people, and the planet. We are also sponsored by Blecon http://www.blecon.net. Blecon enables physical products to communicate with cloud applications using Bluetooth Low Energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dopo anni di dibattito in materia di sostenibilità incentrato su vigna, pratiche agronomiche e razionalizzazione dell'impiego di energia in cantina, c'è un fronte scomodo sul quale l'Australia del vino ha deciso di spostare il focus, quello del packaging. Secondo le stime di Wine Australia produzione e trasporto del vino confezionato rappresenterebbero infatti circa il 70% delle emissioni di carbonio dell'intera filiera, con le bottiglie di vetro imputate tra i principali responsabili a causa del loro peso.
In this episode of Sustainable Packaging with Cory Connors, we dive into an innovative solution tackling two major environmental challenges: textile waste and packaging sustainability. Kaie Kaas-Ojavere shares her journey from the fashion industry to co-founding KIUD, a company transforming textile waste into durable, reusable packaging. She explains how KIUD's material is created, its benefits for e-commerce and circular systems, and the company's vision for scaling globally.Kaie also discusses the challenges of textile recycling, the importance of controlled waste streams, and how KIUD's boxes have already proven their durability in real-world use cases. With extended producer responsibility and packaging regulations on the rise, Kaie highlights why reusable packaging is gaining traction and how KIUD is leading the way.Key Topics Discussed:Kaie's background in fashion and why she pivoted to sustainabilityThe origin of KIUD and its mission to repurpose textile wasteHow KIUD's packaging is made and why it's different from cardboardBenefits of reusable packaging for e-commerce and telecom industriesChallenges in textile recycling and scaling post-consumer waste solutionsDurability testing: boxes lasting 10–15 reuse cyclesPrinting options and branding considerations for KIUD packagingFuture plans: expanding globally and improving material strengthBusiness model for fashion brands: recycling + buy-back commitmentPotential applications beyond packaging (industrial, hospitality, etc.)Resources Mentioned:KIUD official website: www.kiud.ioLinkedIn: KIUD Company PageEU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)Contact:To learn more or request samples, visit www.kiud.io or connect with Kaie Kaas on LinkedIn.Closing Thoughts:Kaie and Cory emphasize the importance of creative solutions to reduce waste and promote circularity. KIUD's approach demonstrates how innovation can turn industry byproducts into valuable resources, paving the way for a more sustainable future in packaging.Thank you for tuning in to Sustainable Packaging with Cory Connors!https://anewearthproject.com/collections/new-earth-approvedhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get back to you asap. This podcast is an independent production and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2022.
“We develop leaders very surgically there to create value the fastest and best way that we can.” Lee Benson Top Five Tips For Aligning Your Team Around One Most Important Number1. Define your Most Important Number (MIN) clearly 2. Clarify and teach the business model3. Packaging to scale4. Connecting culture to value creation5. Surgical Leadership Development TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:43 What is the most important number?07:39 The pricing policy15:58 The importance of culture connection21:53 Creating value Where to find Lee?Website https://www.etw.com/lee-benson LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-j-benson/ Lee Benson Bio I've spent over 30 years in the business world, focused on one thing: creating value. Today, I'm the CEO of Execute to Win, where we help organizations of all sizes accelerate the value they bring to the table. My journey into value creation started way back when I was pulling weeds for just 25 cents an hour.Since then, I've had the privilege of founding and leading eight companies, including Able Aerospace. What started with just two employees grew into a team of 500, serving 2,000 customers across 60 countries, and we eventually celebrated a 9-figure exit in 2016. It's been an incredible ride!
Send us a textSteven Pope, founder of My Amazon Guy, examines the journey of YouTube stars Alex Hormozi and Steven Bartlett, focusing on their breakout moments and pathways to business success. This analysis provides valuable youtube tips and insights into how to be successful in the digital space. Discover the entrepreneur motivation behind their widespread recognition and influence.Long-term YouTube growth comes from consistent posting, strong thumbnails, and clear content focus over time. This video breaks down creator growth patterns, packaging changes, A/B testing decisions, and why volume and patience matter. Learn how content strategy, interviews, shorts, and visual changes impact reach, retention, and audience trust.If the channel is stuck repeating the same views every month, it's time to pressure-test the strategy with real numbers and hard feedback. Book a call with us: https://bit.ly/4jMZtxu#YouTubeGrowth #ContentStrategy #CreatorEconomy #VideoMarketing #audiencebuilding --------------------------------------------------------------------------Want free resources? Dowload our Free Amazon guides here:Amazon PPC Guide 2026 is here!: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXAmazon SEO Toolkit 2026: https://bit.ly/4oC2ClTAmazon Seller Strategy Report 2026: https://bit.ly/3YN1RME2026 Ecommerce Website & SEO Readiness Checklist: https://hubs.ly/Q040Jg0M0Q4 Selling Playbook: https://bit.ly/46Wqkm3Amazon Crisis Kit: https://bit.ly/4maWHn0Timestamps:00:36 – Reviewing Early Videos to Find Breakout Patterns02:10 – Why Old Videos Get Views After Fame Arrives03:32 – How Appearance, Persona, and Packaging Changed Over Time05:31 – Interview Style vs Presenter Style in Long-Form Content07:29 – Why Guest Choice Expands Audience Reach09:00 – Using AI Summaries to Decide What Content Is Worth Watching11:09 – Practical vs Philosophical Content Differences12:59 – The Missing Years in Creator Growth Stories15:02 – Slow Grind, Small Audience, and Long-Term Payoff17:05 – How Big Guests Were Booked Before Massive Fame18:46 – Shorts Volume Strategy and Content Scale20:18 – Packaging, Thumbnails, and Growth Acceleration21:52 – Business First, Content Second Pattern23:40 – Starting Content Early vs Waiting for Success25:08 – Thumbnail Strategy Changes and View Growth27:06 – Why Consistency Compounds Over Time________________________________Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28605816/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/myamazonguys/Twitter: https://twitter.com/myamazonguySubscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast:My Amazon Guy podcast: https://podcast.myamazonguy.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-amazon-guy/id1501974229Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4A5ASHGGfr6s4wWNQIqyVwSupport the show
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Michael Ovitz co-founded CAA and helped reshape Hollywood, then took the same playbook into tech investing and advising founders. In this conversation, he breaks down the operating rules that kept CAA from losing clients, and the personal disciplines that kept him grounded when the stakes got massive. You'll learn how to build momentum, tell the truth without hesitation, read for context instead of noise, hire people who raise the standard, and package ideas into outcomes. ----- Upgrade: Get a hand edited transcripts and ad free experiences along with my thoughts and reflections at the end of every conversation. Learn more @ fs.blog/membership ------ Approximate Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (00:58) Appetite For Learning (03:41) Always Tell The Truth (05:50) The Loneliest Professions (08:17) Where Does Hollywood Go Wrong? (10:16) Importance of Being Well Read (16:42) Don't Fight Your Job (18:28) Managing Relationships (19:15) Ad Break (20:46) Hiring Top Performers (22:35) Creating Depth in Knowledge (26:47) Staying Grounded (30:27) What Do You Look For in People? (33:28) A Meeting with Marc Andreessen (36:44) Being Fearless (42:12) Allow People to Keep Their Dignity (43:42) You Fail, So What? (47:48) Advice From Michael Crichton (49:46) What Drives You Today? (52:49) What This Generation Really Wants to Learn (57:51) The Woke Culture Influence (01:01:30) How Do You Keep Up With the Flow of Information? (01:11:30) What Makes A Good Leader? (01:14:13) Business Education Curriculum (01:16:28) How Do You Gain Momentum? (01:18:16) How Important is Packaging? (01:24:43) What Would You Tell Your Younger Self? (01:26:30) How Important is Trust? (01:29:15) What is Success For You? ------ Newsletter: The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it's completely free. Learn more and sign up at fs.blog/newsletter ------ Follow Shane Parrish: X: https://x.com/shaneparrish Insta: https://www.instagram.com/farnamstreet/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/ ------ Thank you to the sponsors for this episode: Granola AI, The AI notepad for people in back-to-back meetings: https://www.granola.ai/shane Check out the Granola Notes Download The League App today and find your perfect match! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Summary In this episode bvc of Essential Ingredients, Justine Reichman speaks with Cindy Anderson, founder of Manny's Choice, about her journey in creating gluten-free products based on European heritage wheat. Cindy shares her personal health challenges, including a battle with breast cancer and gluten intolerance, which inspired her to seek clean, nutritious ingredients. The conversation explores the importance of community support for entrepreneurs, the future of clean eating, and the challenges of sustainable packaging in the food industry. Cindy emphasizes the need for transparency in food sourcing and the growing trend towards health-conscious consumer choices. Takeaways Cindy's journey began with a personal health crisis. The concept of 'good gluten' is based on European heritage wheat. Clean ingredients are essential for health and wellness. Community support is vital for entrepreneurs. Perseverance is key in overcoming business challenges. Listening to your instincts can guide decision-making. The food industry is moving towards clean and sustainable practices. Cindy emphasizes the importance of transparency in food sourcing. Future trends will focus on health-conscious consumers. Manny's Choice is expanding its product line to meet consumer needs. Sound bites "I can't pronounce half of these things." "Believe in your instincts." "I need the CPG community." "Clean eating is going to be the big trend." "We have a special 10% off everything." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Essential Ingredients Podcast 00:24 Meet Cindy Anderson and Manny's Choice 01:19 The Concept of 'Good Gluten' and Its Origins 02:46 Cindy's Personal Journey with Health and Nutrition 06:00 The Challenges of Finding Clean Ingredients 10:12 Lessons for Aspiring Founders 12:33 The Importance of Community in Business 17:01 Future Trends in Clean Eating and Food Innovation 20:10 Sustainability in Packaging and Business Practices 22:21 Upcoming Products and Innovations from Manny's Choice Keywords Manny's Choice, gluten-free, clean eating, food innovation, sustainability, health, nutrition, entrepreneurship, community, European wheat
Brandy Nelson of Soldotna, AK shares how she built a strong customer base by selling very unique and healthy products, and the challenges she needs to consider to continue scaling her business furtherGet full show notes and transcript here: https://forrager.com/podcast/160
Episode Summary:In this conversation, Tim Rexius shares his incredible journey from living in his car and struggling to make ends meet to building a successful international business. He emphasizes the importance of mindset, resilience, and creativity in overcoming challenges. Tim discusses the significance of pursuing fulfillment in work, the necessity of multiple income streams, and how he leveraged AI to scale his businesses effectively. His story serves as an inspiration for those facing career transitions and seeking to turn setbacks into setups for success. In this engaging conversation, the Tim and Trevor discuss the importance of raising independent thinkers rather than conforming to traditional educational systems. They explore the integration of AI in education and the workforce, emphasizing the need for adaptability in a rapidly changing world. The discussion shifts to the significance of effective marketing and packaging in business, particularly in the health and nutrition sector. Insights into international business strategies reveal the advantages of direct communication with owners. The conversation concludes with practical advice on nutrition and muscle growth, highlighting the importance of understanding macronutrients for optimal health and fitness.Resources: Tim Rexius on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-rexius-2968422b/Trevor Houston on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevorhouston/Career Transition Summit: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/67/04404igv LinkedIn e-book: https://online.flippingbook.com/view/714118097/ Subscribe: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/who-ya-know-show Trevor Houston is a licensed financial professional offering insurance/financial products through various carriers. For more info visit http://cpwstrategies.comChapters:(00:00) From Struggles to Success: Tim's Journey(16:07) The Importance of Mindset in Career Transitions(30:01) Leveraging AI for Business Growth and Efficiency(40:46) Raising Independent Thinkers(44:02) Embracing AI in Education and Work(48:23) The Power of Packaging and Marketing(53:44) International Business Insights(01:00:33) Nutrition and Muscle Growth Strategies(01:11:56) Legacy and Impact in Business
Megan chats with Maria Lucey about how she built a profitable food brand through YouTube alone and why long form video is one of the smartest growth moves food bloggers can make right now. Maria Lucey is a Registered Dietitian and content creator who launched her YouTube channel at the end of 2023 and grew it to over 44,000 subscribers in just over two years. Her channel focuses on long-form nutrition education and practical recipes that help people meet their health goals. Although she didn't have a blog when she started YouTube, Maria quickly recognized how the two platforms could complement each other and began building her blog soon after. Today, YouTube is her second-largest traffic source after Google and has helped her grow an email list of more than 6,000 subscribers, primarily through YouTube opt-ins, despite her blog still being relatively small. She monetizes through brand partnerships, YouTube and Mediavine ad revenue, and digital products. Maria is passionate about showing that anyone can start from zero - she began with no SEO or camera experience and built her platform through consistency and learning along the way. She also emphasizes how well blogging skills transfer to YouTube, and recently was flown to Los Angeles to collaborate with some of the platform's most established creators. What if you stopped chasing every platform and committed fully to one that actually builds trust, authority, and income? In this episode, Maria Lucey shares exactly how she grew a YouTube channel to nearly 50,000 subscribers in just over two years, monetized early, built a massive email list, and replaced her full time clinical job without relying on SEO or social media trends. This conversation breaks down what really works on YouTube for food creators and why consistency beats perfection every time. Key Topics Discussed: Future Consistency beats talent every time: Posting one video per week built momentum, skill, and confidence long before results showed up. YouTube rewards commitment not volume: Growth came from showing up weekly, not from posting more often or gaming the algorithm. Your first videos will be bad and that is the point: Improvement only happens through repetition and publishing before you feel ready. Monetization can happen faster than you think: Maria reached YouTube monetization within six months by focusing on watch time and value. Email lists convert extremely well from YouTube: Simple lead magnets tied directly to video topics drove consistent list growth. Packaging matters as much as content: Titles and thumbnails determine whether your video gets clicked at all. Curiosity outperforms keywords early on: Intrigue driven titles helped videos get discovered before shifting to SEO later. Connect with Maria Lucey Website | Instagram | YouTube
Custom packaging is a brand impression at scale and quality equates to retention for restaurant chains, SupplyCaddy co-founder and CEO Zachary Stein says on this episode of Bloomberg Intelligence’s Choppin’ It Up podcast. Stein sits down with BI senior restaurant and foodservice analyst Michael Halen to discuss how marketing, operations, price and predictability factor into purchasing decisions for foodservice packaging. He also comments on innovation, sustainability and the hidden labor costs restaurants face when managing a fragmented supplier base.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Johanna Augustin is the CEO of Pond Design, one of Stockholm's leading packaging design studios, with over 20 years of experience shaping how we experience everyday products. But her journey to becoming a packaging design innovator began in the most unexpected place: Stockholm School of Economics.This conversation examines what occurs when you dare to follow your creative soul rather than the conventional path. Johanna explains how she left microeconomics and stock markets at 21, found her calling at the crossroads of strategy and creativity, and established a practice that is helping major brands shape the future of sustainable packaging.Johanna reveals how great design emerges at the intersection of data and passion, of business rigour and creative rebellion.This is a masterclass in discovering your place in the world, trusting your instincts rather than spreadsheets, and recognising that small details—the tactile feel of a box, the surprise copy inside a lid—can genuinely brighten someone's day.KEY TAKEAWAYSThe creative soul knows: At 21, studying economics, Johanna asked herself "is this life?" and trusted that feeling enough to pivot toward creativity, even without knowing exactly where it would leadPassion beats data: When choosing between someone who says "this is best because I say so" versus someone with all the data, Johanna chooses passion and confidence every time—that's where true innovation livesThe intersection is your superpower: Johanna found her space at the crossroads of strategy, growth, and creativity—not being a designer herself became her unique advantage in leading design teamsGeneration Alpha changes everything: Young people doing unboxing rituals, reading romantic copy on packaging, caring deeply about sustainability—they're not just consumers, they're co-creators of the futureSustainability requires proactivity: The worst scenario is reactive compliance with regulations that creates solutions everyone hates; brands need to dare to be proactive and push boundaries before they're forced toThe loop must close: Creating sustainable packaging isn't just about production—it's about understanding the entire journey from source to bin and back again, with equal complexity on both endsSmall details create joy: Packaging isn't shallow—it's about making someone's breakfast happier, adding surprise and delight to everyday moments, creating tactile experiences that matterAI amplifies creativity: Rather than being threatened by AI, embrace it as a tool for execution; like Adobe revolutionised design before, AI enables more creativity, more experimentation, more boundary-pushingCategories can bloom: When micro-breweries challenged traditional beer design language, the entire category blossomed; the same revolution is happening in beauty, spirits, and food—design innovation drives product innovation Daring Creativity. Podcast with Radim Malinic daringcreativity.com | desk@daringcreativity.com Books by Radim Malinic Paperback and Kindle > https://amzn.to/4biTwFcFree audiobook (with Audible trial) > https://geni.us/free-audiobookBook bundles https://novemberuniverse.co.ukLux Coffee Co. https://luxcoffee.co.uk/ (Use: PODCAST for 15% off)November Universe https://novemberuniverse.co.uk (Use: PODCAST for 10% off)
Jon Walsh pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to scale a challenger FMCG brand without drinking your own Kool-Aid. From tying purpose to exit strategy, to why profit is a prerequisite (not a betrayal), to the tiny commercial decisions that quietly unlock big growth, this is a grounded, no-nonsense breakdown of taking Bio&Me from £2m to £20m. Heavy on real-world trade-offs, buyer reality, margins, packaging, people, and founder intensity — light on startup theatre. A sharp, practical listen for anyone trying to build something durable. ===============
Assurances, conso, nouvelles technologies… "On en parle" vous oriente dans tout ce qui fait votre quotidien. Au programme aujourd'hui: 1. Gare aux morilles! 2. Série "Quand le marketing pirate notre cerveau" (3/8): le packaging ou emballage: couleurs, mots, images 3. Guichet: les impôts 2/2
In this episode of Mastering eCommerce Marketing, host Eitan Koter sits down with Talor Ofer, founder of Retail Empire, to talk about what it really takes for brands to get into brick and mortar retail in the US.Talor has spent more than 25 years working directly with retail buyers and helping brands move from online-only sales into physical stores. At Retail Empire, his team connects vendors with buyers across hundreds of retail chains, from specialty stores to major big-box retailers.In this conversation, Eitan and Talor talk through why retail still plays such a big role in 2026, even as more brands start online. Talor explains why many founders are closer to retail-ready than they think, and what usually holds them back.They cover how buyers make decisions today, why samples matter more than most brands realize, and what retailers look for beyond just a good product. Talor also breaks down pricing expectations, common mistakes that slow deals down, and how brands should think about wholesale, packaging, and supply chain before approaching buyers.If you're running a DTC brand, selling on Amazon, or thinking about wholesale for the first time, this episode gives a clear look at how retail actually works, straight from someone who's in those conversations every day.Website: https://www.vimmi.net Email us: info@vimmi.net Podcast website: https://vimmi.net/mastering-ecommerce-marketing/ Talk to us on Social:Eitan Koter's LinkedIn | Vimmi LinkedIn | YouTube Guest: Talor Ofer, Founder at Retail EmpireTalor Ofer's LinkedIn | Retail EmpireWatch the full Youtube video here:https://youtu.be/f6-nuwE5-NATakeaways:Retail is a crucial channel for brands, despite the rise of D2C.Brands must ensure they have a solid supply chain before entering retail.Packaging is key; it should communicate the product's value quickly.Retail buyers are looking for brands with a compelling story.Fast decision-making is becoming more common among retail buyers.Pricing strategies are evolving due to market competition and tariffs.Samples are essential for securing orders from retailers.Understanding the setup process with retailers is critical for success.Brands should be aware of market trends to stay relevant.Loyalty and honesty are foundational for long-term business relationships.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to...
In this episode, host Don Adeesha joins Carmen Stansbury, founder of Advanced Practice, to tackle the operational nightmare of adding a wellness division to an aesthetic clinic. Carmen explains that while the demand for longevity and metabolic health is exploding, building these clinical protocols from scratch often traps owners in a cycle of writing SOPs and hiring staff rather than generating revenue. She advocates for white-labeling clinical IP, a strategy that allows practices to bypass months of R&D and launch turnkey programs for weight loss, HRT, and gut health in as little as two weeks. Carmen distinguishes between "commoditized medicine", such as online prescription mills, and "high-value care," where clinicians act as health strategists analyzing a patient's holistic picture, including hormones and inflammation. She argues that to compete with digital providers, clinics must master "aspirational branding." Drawing on a "Gucci purse" analogy, she details how wellness clients purchase based on identity and lifestyle goals rather than medical necessity, urging owners to market vitality and optimization rather than just treating clinical symptoms. Finally, the conversation shifts to the future of the brick-and-mortar practice in 2026. Carmen outlines how physical locations can win by becoming "third spaces" that foster community and offer hands-on treatments, like hair restoration and red light therapy, that digital platforms cannot replicate. She shares her vision of moving from "hustle culture" to a "health ecosystem," utilizing automation to handle patient education and retention, effectively allowing owners to scale a profitable platform without burning out on fee-for-service churn.
GFA 481. Sivan Gilad of SoGreenPack shares how sustainable packaging can reduce tariffs, improve margins, and differentiate brands—plus tactics for navigating 2026's trade chaos.
4.6 million podcasts exist. Only a tiny slice stay active. The difference isn't gear or luck. It's whether you respect the listener's attention (and measure it).In this episode, I'm joined by my husband (and longtime podcaster) Badr Milligan to recap what we learned at Podfest Orlando and how to apply it to your company's show.Takeaways:Track completion rate (aka average consumption). It tells you what's working way faster than download counts.Fix your first minute. Say what the listener will get, then get to it.Stop “one recording, everywhere” thinking. Audio and video need different context and editing.Consistency is a moat. Most shows quit. That's the opportunity.Build diehard fans you can identify and activate, not a random pile of downloads.Fav quote from the episode: “It's never been easier to make content, but now you have to make the editorial choice of what you're going to produce, and why?”Links: Badr's podcast, The ShortboxJax Podcasters UnitedPodfest websiteWatch this episode on YouTube Feedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know. -----------------------------------------THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why. CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve. Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.
In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, Megan Young Gamble talks with regulatory specialist Mo Lovelace , co-CEO of Steinberg & Associates, about the evolving landscape of cosmetic product regulations. They discuss the impact of the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MOCRA), which now mandates FDA registration for both products and manufacturing facilities, no matter the brand size. Mo Lovelace breaks down responsibilities brands have for reporting adverse events, labeling compliance, and the significance of ingredient bans at both federal and state levels (especially California's new requirements). The conversation emphasizes the importance of regulatory specialists in product development, best practices around documentation, and how brands, big or small, should prioritize compliance to prevent costly mistakes. Plus, there's practical advice on substantiating marketing claims and tips for surviving regulatory changes in 2026. The episode wraps with a fun rapid-fire round exploring Mo Lovelace's passion for tennis and family life.Affiliate & Other Links:[Megan Young Gamble Links][AFFILIATE] Ready to crank out your content in as little as 5 minutes? Use Castmagic, AI powered tool to take your content creation from overwhelmed to overjoyed by saving hours of developing content. Save 20 hours by Signing up today! https://get.castmagic.io/Megan [FREEBIE] Learn about “day in the life” of a Packaging Project Manager → Get our “Starter Packaging PM Freebie” [link] https://glc.ck.page/thestarterpackagingprojectmanager [FREEBIE] Access commonly referenced organizations and tools in ONE PLACE with our handy guide HERE [link] https://bit.ly/OSTPlay Subscribe & Access our Video Vault YouTube Channel [ link] https://bit.ly/GLConYouTubeJoin our Email List [link] https://glc.ck.page/55128ae04b Follow and Connect with Megan on LinkedIn [link] https://linkedin.com/in/megangambleLearn about GLC, Packaging & Project execution firm for CPG brands http://www.getlevelconsulting.comWork with Me @ GLC, Schedule Discovery Call https://calendly.com/getlevelconsulting/15-minute-insight-sessionGot a topic you'd love us to cover? Share your ideas here [link] https://bit.ly/ppptopicform[Powerhouse Guest Mo's LINKS]LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moyin-lovelace-2743a792/Company Website : https://www.steinbergandassociates.comEmail Address: mo@steinbergandassociates.comAdditional Resource links: Sustainable Packaging Coalition: https://sustainablepackaging.org/Circular Action Alliance: https://circularactionalliance.org/Independent Beauty Association (IBA): https://independentbeauty.org/ Quotes:An ounce of prevention will save you a whole lot of money at the other end.From the FDA and FTC standpoint, your claims should always be truthful and not misleading.I don't want my brands to launch products out here and they're not compliant.Clean does not mean safeYou should be starting now, because as your brand grows, you already understand what compliance looks like.Conquer the US first, build your business here, and then look into going elsewhere.The stronger your claims are, the stronger your data to support that claim should be.
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How She Turned $1 into $5,000 in 60 Days .. Anyone Can Do ThisIn episode 142 of The Side Hustle Experiment Podcast John (https://www.instagram.com/sidehustleexperiment/ ) and Drew (https://www.instagram.com/realdrewd/) sit down with Mindi (https://x.com/hey_mindi) Mindy, a successful reseller who turned a $1 investment in a pallet of books into $5,000 in sales within two months. Mindy shares her unconventional journey into the world of reselling, which began when she stumbled upon a liquidation auction site called GovDeals while her husband was searching for gym equipment.Mindy emphasizes the importance of taking action and not getting bogged down by analysis paralysis. She shares insights on sourcing inventory, the significance of customer experience in shipping, and the potential for growth in the live selling space. Mindy also highlights the value of building relationships with customers and the unique approach she takes to create a personalized shopping experience. Her story serves as an inspiration for aspiring resellers, showcasing how a small investment can lead to significant returns with the right mindset and effort.Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the bell so you don't miss future episodes with top entrepreneurs and creators.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Mindy's Journey00:56 The Accidental Reseller04:08 Understanding GovDeals and Liquidation05:52 Navigating the Book Inventory Chaos08:35 Transitioning to Whatnot and Fashion Reselling10:44 Building a Personalized Shopping Experience15:26 Overcoming Initial Challenges on Whatnot20:23 Finding Success Through Persistence28:00 Introduction to Live Selling29:07 The Growth of Whatnot and Live Selling30:48 Leveraging Influencers for Success33:37 The Importance of Packaging and Presentation37:26 Scaling Your Live Selling Business40:57 Transitioning from Books to Fashion47:09 Mindset Shifts for Success48:59 Parting Advice and Final Thoughts#makemoneyonline #sidehustleexperimentpodcast #sidehustles Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustleexperimentpodcast/ Listen on your favorite podcast platformYoutube: https://bit.ly/3HHklFOSpotify: https://spoti.fi/48RRKcPApple: https://apple.co/4bmaFOk Check out Drew's StuffInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realdrewdTwitter: https://twitter.com/DrewFBACheck out John's StuffInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustleexperiment/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SideHustleExp FREE ResourcesFREE Guide: How to Make Money Reviewing Products https://bit.ly/3HIGFSP
PACK EXPO East celebrates 10 years in Philadelphia as the go-to regional show where the packaging and processing community comes together to kick off the year. From automation and AI to sustainability, new exhibitor programs, and hands-on innovation, PACK EXPO East 2026 is where teams connect, explore, and jumpstart what's next.PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It's your east coast connection for packaging and processing solutions. Be there to catch up on the latest industry advances, connect with suppliers and land on the right solutions for your entire production line—from automation and sustainability to e-commerce and much more. Register today at packexpoeast.com.Register for PACK EXPO East today!
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In this Omni Talk Retail episode, recorded live from NRF 2026, Mike Wier, Vice President of Store Brands at CVS, joins Anne Mezzenga and Chris Walton to discuss how CVS is rethinking private brands as a core growth engine across health, wellness, and everyday convenience. Mike explains what it means to run store brands like a “mini CEO,” overseeing product development, sourcing, branding, and growth across a 9,000-store footprint. With most CVS customers shopping quick, mission-driven trips, the conversation focuses on how simplicity, clarity, and trust at the shelf are shaping CVS's private brand strategy. Looking ahead, Mike outlines his vision for CVS private brands evolving beyond the store, becoming trusted consumer brands that extend outside of CVS's four walls and operate more like modern CPG companies. Key Topics Covered: -What it means to lead private brands as a “mini CEO” inside CVS -Why CVS simplified dozens of brands into a focused brand portfolio How short, mission-driven trips shape private brand strategy -Repositioning the CVS brand for health, wellness, and trust -Packaging simplification and shelf clarity as competitive advantages -Competing with national brands in wellness and everyday essentials -Why CVS private brands may expand beyond CVS stores -How private brands are becoming long-term growth platforms Thank you to Vusion for supporting Omni Talk Retail's NRF 2026 coverage, and thank you to our listeners for following along throughout the show. #NRF2026 #CVS #PrivateBrands #StoreBrands #RetailStrategy #HealthAndWellness #RetailBranding #RetailInnovation #OmniTalkRetail
Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the video: https://youtu.be/QnFLe3mxMU4We challenge the “long form is dying” narrative and lay out why feeds are surfacing more shorts and livestreams while long videos still win when they deliver deeper value. We answer creator emails on niche focus, audience shifts, variety channel pitfalls, comments etiquette, and whether to split shorts from long form.• YouTube feed shifts toward shorts and streams• Why live spikes on TV and autoplay matter• Long form value versus quick answers in search• Niche fit dictates format, not trends• Variety channels dilute viewer intent• Packaging for younger audiences without losing core• When to split shorts and long form into separate channels• Practical tactics: thumbnails, titles, related traffic, outliers
Bonjour and Hello, In this episode, Cory Connors interviews two standout winners of the Paris Packaging Week Future Leaders Program—Danielle Goad and Nicole Toole—to explore their journeys, innovations, and perspectives on the future of sustainable packaging. Danielle shares how discovering packaging at Cal Poly led to a global leadership role at SpecRight and her upcoming move to London as she builds the EMEA region. Nicole recounts founding ECGO as a college project and transforming it into an AI‑powered recycling education and behavior‑change platform used by students, universities, and brands.Both leaders reflect on being recognized among the top ten emerging leaders worldwide and discuss the importance of global collaboration, consumer behavior insights, regulatory preparedness (PPWR & EPR), and inspiration from younger generations. They share what they're most looking forward to at Paris Packaging Week—from innovation zones to reuse concepts to the energy of an international community passionate about packaging.Key Topics Discussed:Danielle's path from student to global leader and her work scaling SpecRight internationallyNicole's founding of ECGO and the role of AI, incentives, and data insights in improving recycling behaviorsThe significance and impact of being named Future Leaders by Paris Packaging WeekEvolving sustainability messaging and the shift toward value‑driven, consumer‑relevant communicationThe rapid pace of regulatory change and the industry's need for continual education (PPWR, EPR)Cross‑industry collaboration and the packaging sector's tight‑knit, globally connected natureExcitement about innovations in reuse, sustainability tech, and meeting global peers at Paris Packaging WeekResources Mentioned:SpecRight – Specification management platformECGO – AI‑powered consumer education and recycling platformParis Packaging Week Future Leaders ProgramContact:Danielle Goad:LinkedIn: Danielle GoadEmail: danielle@specright.comVisit SpecRight at their stand in the PCD space during Paris Packaging WeekNicole Toole:Website: ecgo.coLinkedIn: Nicole TooleClosing Thoughts:Cory, Danielle, and Nicole highlight the tremendous momentum building within sustainable packaging—driven by young leaders, new technologies, data‑driven insights, and global collaboration. They emphasize that meaningful industry change requires education, curiosity, and fresh thinking from every generation. Both guests hope their recognition as Future Leaders inspires other emerging professionals to share ideas boldly, challenge the status quo, and pursue innovative solutions that reduce waste and improve the planet.Thank you for tuning in to Sustainable Packaging with Cory Connors!https://anewearthproject.com/collections/new-earth-approvedhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get back to you asap. This podcast is an independent production and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2022.
The Brainy Business | Understanding the Psychology of Why People Buy | Behavioral Economics
In this episode of The Brainy Business podcast, Melina Palmer welcomes Matt Salem, co-author of the insightful book, Unpacked: Predict Packaging That Sells. Together, they explore the profound impact of packaging on pricing, sales, and consumer choice, challenging the common misconception that packaging is merely an afterthought. Matt, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience studying shopper behavior, shares how packaging acts as a "silent salesperson" that can significantly influence purchasing decisions. The discussion delves into the importance of contrast in packaging design and introduces the 4S framework: Be Seen, Shoppable, Seductive, and Selected. Listeners will discover real-world examples of how effective packaging can elevate a product's perceived value and drive sales, including a fascinating case study on Gentleman Jack whiskey. As you listen, consider how often your own decisions about packaging, pricing, or presentation are based on assumptions rather than evidence. This episode is a must-listen for marketers, product designers, and anyone interested in understanding the psychology behind consumer choices. In this episode: Discover the critical role of packaging in the consumer decision-making process. Learn about the 4S framework for effective packaging design. Explore real-world case studies that highlight the impact of packaging on sales. Understand the importance of data-driven insights in packaging decisions. Gain practical tips for creating packaging that resonates with consumers. Get important links, top recommended books and episodes, and a full transcript at thebrainybusiness.com/560. Looking to explore applications of behavioral economics further? Learn With Us on our website. Subscribe to Melina's Newsletter Brainy Bites. Let's connect: Send Us a Message Follow Melina on LinkedIn The Brainy Business on Youtube The Brainy Business on Instagram
Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals
On an episode of the Growing Your Firm podcast, David Cristello spoke with William Hamilton IV, founder of SmartPath, about why pricing problems often sit underneath many operational issues firms experience. William has spent more than a decade studying how accounting firms price services and where those models tend to break down. Rather than focusing on theory, the conversation centered on how firms can think more clearly about pricing, packaging, and value in real client situations.
Meadow’s CEO, Victor Ljungberg, shares how smart design can create a practical alternative to single-use packaging. Plus: Lombard Odier Group’s UK CEO, Mark Goddard, talks about Britain’s entrepreneurial environment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Roadside farm stands are popping up everywhere, and for good reason! In this conversation, I'm joined by Rayla to explore why this simple way of selling homemade food has gained so much traction and how it's becoming a valuable income stream and community touchpoint for so many families. We talk through what it really looks like to start a farm stand from scratch, the time and profitability behind it, and why simplicity matters more than scale. From zoning and logistics to packaging, marketing, and creating an experience people want to return to, this episode offers a realistic look at whether a farm stand could be a good fit for your season and goals! In this episode, we cover: - Why roadside farm stands are popping up everywhere and what's driving the renewed interest - What to consider before starting a farm stand, including zoning, cottage food laws, and location - Simple ways to start small with minimal infrastructure and upgrade over time - How distance from the road, visibility, and signage affect foot traffic - Choosing a focused product menu that's manageable and profitable - The realistic time investment behind baking and restocking a self-serve stand - How to run a shared farm stand with multiple contributors and clear inventory tracking - Why creating an experience matters just as much as the product itself - Packaging choices that work best for self-serve farm stands - Local marketing strategies that actually drive traffic and repeat customers - Whether farm stand oversaturation is a real concern - Income potential and what determines long-term profitability - Where to find resources, recipes, and community support for getting started View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube. Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible! RESOURCES MENTIONED Check out Rayla's online course: Farmstand Made Simple: Start, Bake & Sell from Home in 30 Days (ALL INCLUSIVE WORKSHOP) Join her LIVE Zoom training every Saturday–teaching people how to start a farmstand or cottage baking business Tune into previous episodes with Flour Barn Bakery: Episode 244: Turn Your Homemaking Skills into a Business: How to Start a Microbakery with Lily and Ellen Episode 302: Building a Profitable Business from Home as a Mom: Lessons from a Micro Bakery with Lily Master the rhythm of sourdough with confidence in my Simple Sourdough course Gain the sewing knowledge and skills every homemaker needs in my Simple Sewing series Keep all my favorite sourdough recipes at your fingertips in my Daily Sourdough cookbook CONNECT Rayla Collins of Farmstand Club | Website | Instagram | TikTok Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest Do you have a question you'd like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you'd like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.