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Ryan was the attorney for Vitamin Water in its early days and was with the company all the way through it's sale to Coke for over $4 billion. We talk about the VitaminWater story along with others he's worked with in the CPG industry. Ryan's firms has worked with hundreds of other consumer product companies including Glaceau (creator of VitaminWater and SmartWater), Pirate's Booty, Pretzel Crisps, Vita Coco, Siggi's, WTRMLN WTR, Mamma Chia, Sir Kensington's, Hint, Califia Farms, Krave, HappyBaby, Chameleon Cold Brew, Essentia, Rhythm Superfoods, Peeled, Runa, Oatmega, Sugarfina, Juice Press and many more.  About Ryan Lewendon Ryan is a Partner at Giannuzzi Lewendon, a premier boutique law firm that focuses on the representation of privately-held, high-growth consumer products companies. Prior to joining Giannuzzi Lewendon in 2011, Ryan was an associate at Donovan & Giannuzzi LLP. Since 2007, Ryan has focused his practice on helping innovative consumer products entrepreneurs grow their companies by navigating both the day-to-day hurdles and the tent-pole obstacles and opportunities a consumer products company must navigate on its way towards an acquisition. Ryan has assisted hundreds of companies structure and negotiate their distributor, broker and supplier relationships, employee incentive programs and advisory networks, and celebrity/influencer endorsements and promotional partnerships. Ryan has advised clients through financing transactions at every stage of their growth cycle – from angel investments to rounds with institutional investors. He has recently assisted clients in exit transactions with acquirers such as Coke, Pepsi, General Mills, Boulder Brands, Group Danone, Bacardi, General Mills and others. Ryan grew up in Hamden, Connecticut. He received a M.S in Molecular and Cellular Biology from Tulane University and a J.D. from Brooklyn Law School, where he was a member of the Moot Court Honors Society's Sports Law team. When he isn't busy helping bring emerging brands to the mainstream, he is an avid runner, reader and raconteur. He resides in Manhattan, New York. Join over 17,000 others and sign up to receive bonus content with the EDGE's weekly newsletter.   It's free sign up here >>> EPISODE LINKS: Giannuzzi Lewendon PODCAST INFO: Apple Podcasts: EDGE on Apple Podcasts Spotify: EDGE on Spotify  RSS Feed: EDGE's RSS Feed Website: EDGE Podcast SUPPORT & CONNECT EDGE's Weekly NewsletterJoin over 17,000 others and sign up to receive bonus content. It's free sign up here >>> Please Support this Podcast by checking out our Sponsors: Mad River Botanicals 100% certified organic CBD products. The product is controlled from seed to end product by it's owners. Use code: EDGE22 to get 10% off all your orders. Shop here>>> A top podcast for entrepreneurs!

Every other week, we sit down together to chat about any and all of the random thoughts in our brains.  We love when others join in our thought bubbles and this space is for us to throw some credit to all of the things that flash in our minds week after week.   Last Blast-you grow girl! Slip Sleepcover-rest and blessed Pretzel Crisps-good with anything but bacon pimento cheese Throat Coat tea-by the same people who brought us Smooth Move House Shoes-and approved for school pick up The Brush that blows Slippers with a monogram so that no one steals them again First Ingredient in a Critter Cocktail Second ingredient in the underrated Critter Cocktail This bag rocks Bougee Bowl-Hawaiian style

About this episode My guest this week is Ryan Lewendon, partner at the Law Firm Giannuzzi Lewendon. We will be talking about all things CPG…and Ryan's experience in this space is immense! He has worked on deals with Vitamin Water, Pirate's Booty, Pretzel Crisps, Siggy's Yogurt, Vita Coco, Essential Water, and even Schmidt's Naturals which you might remember from our interview with Jaime Schmidt shortly after she sold her brand to Unilever. All that to say, Ryan knows a thing or two about the CPG space and that is the knowledge sharing that is going to take place today. This entire episode is all about the CPG…so let's get started! In this episode, you'll hear: How plant-based diets are changing from being something you do to survive to now thrive. Ryan shares how people are looking to unwind particularly in the pandemic, but wanting to avoid the after effect of alcohol. Ryan shares how he thinks the next big trend is going to be personalized wellness, as more people are looking for efficacy in multifactor products that will get them the most for their money. How using data and analysis to develop products that are narrowly tailored to the consumers. Ryan shares how the next generation of targeted ads are going to be more personal to the consumer through the amount of data that is collected online. Ryan explains the importance of launching your company from a strong foundation and the things you need and don't need when starting a CPG company. How founders should build a team that compliments their weaknesses. How you should build contracts slowly to avoid a little mistake could cripple your business and reputation. Ryan shares how Founder burnout is real and maintaining a work life balance is important to avoid this. Ryan explains that founders should remind themselves of why they started their business when times are hard. How founding a company is a marathon not a sprint. Ryan explains why it is important to do a self diagnostic about the company before selling it, as you can fix problems to be more desirable to buyers. Understand why it is important to Identify the founder's involvement to help a smooth transition. How you can identify who you want to buy your company. Ryan explains what makes a brand a high target value for an acquisition. Resources from this episode Join Grindology: https://grindology.com/ ExpressVPN: Get 3 Months Free → https://www.expressvpn.com/startupstory Get Emails: https://app.getemails.com/referrals/newaccount?ref=R18HWW5 The Startup Story Inner Circle: https://www.thestartupstory.co/vip The Startup Story on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thestartupstory The Startup Story is now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jamesmckinney The Startup Story on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestartupstory Giannuzzi Lewendon: https://gllaw.us Share the podcast The Startup Story community has been so incredible sharing our podcast with others, and we thank you! We do have more stories to tell and more people to reach. There are three ways you can help. First, the most powerful way you can support this podcast is by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Second, follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and be sure to share your favorite Startup Story episodes with your friends and on social media. Tag or mention @thestartupstory.co so we can give you a virtual high five and a thank you! Lastly, share the podcast on LinkedIn. The Startup Story podcast is for entrepreneurs. Don't underestimate the power of sharing on LinkedIn so other entrepreneurs can discover us. With your support, we hope to further our reach in encouraging and inspiring the founders of today and tomorrow. Thank you! EPISODE CREDITS This episode was made possible due to the support of our sponsor Grindology. Visit https://grindology.com/ to obtain founder-direct tactics and strategies.

Orchids, coffee, and coasters—oh my! For this week’s episode of the “Currently Obsessed” podcast, C+D are talking all about the items they collect (perhaps a bit unnecessarily) and knowing when to say goodbye to beloved and still useful items. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and more. Links To Give You Life: Add Pretzel Crisps to your grocery list for a crunchy snack that can go with almost anything Take your self-care on a new path with “The 11 Best Indoor Plants To Purify The Air In Your Home” Challenge your hoarding tendencies by learning these “6 Reasons Letting Go Of Stuff Is Hard (And What To Do About It)” For this week’s #AskReddit segment, D asks, “What’s something new you tried that made you never go back to what it replaced?” while C asks, “In your opinion, what is the formula for a perfect burger?” Thanks for listening to another episode of the “Currently Obsessed” podcast! Remember, if you have your own obsessions, suggestions, and questions to share, send them straight to your hosts at currentlyobsessedclub@gmail.com. See you next week, and stay obsessed! Episode Guide: (02:00) D obsesses over Pretzel Crisps (09:20) C obsesses over mini Indoor Plants (16:00) C + D talk about the elusive art of letting go (20:30) Appreciating book donations (24:30) Knowing when to say goodbye to orchids and other household plants. (26:00) “If you give it away, you want to know that someone is really going to use it.” Letting go of yarn and craft supplies. (30:45) “No one’s gonna want my old pens.” Collecting pens, coffee mugs, and coasters. (39:00) “6 Reasons Letting Go Of Stuff Is Hard (And What To Do About It)” (48:00) #AskReddit with Libby, working from home, and burgers.

The brand may be called Belgian Boys, but a self-described “Chief Belgian Girl” conceived its thoughtful business strategy. Anouck Gotlib is the CEO of Belgian Boys, which markets a range of authentic European breakfast foods and sweet snacks, including liege wafels, crepes, pancakes and stroopwafels. Launched in 2014, the brand is represented in a variety of retail channels and chains, including Target, CVS, Whole Foods and Costco.  Gotlib joined Belgian Boys as its head of marketing in 2014 and played a central role in developing the brand’s whimsical aesthetic and package design. Since becoming CEO in 2018, she has positioned Belgian Boys as one of familiar indulgence, expanding and curating the product line with delicious foods that are easily understood and appreciated by American consumers. In an interview included in this episode, Gotlib explained that while the brand’s positioning has been key to its retail strategy, it’s only part of the equation. “What's really important is that you really understand what's on [a retail buyer’s] shelves,” she said. “You need a strategy. You need to make sure that what you sell to the retailer makes sense for the retailer. Walk the aisles of the supermarket, walk by the register and find out who’s there. What are they buying? Why are they buying it? This way you can relate to the buyer and together with the retailer set your brand up for success.” Also within our conversation, Gotlib also spoke about the formation of Belgian Boys and how her background in fashion influenced the brand’s identity and continues to play a role in her management style. She also discussed how Costco has become a key retailer for incubating new products, best practices for effective merchandising and how Belgian Boys landed a deal with JetBlue. Show notes:  0:40: The Expo Edge, Argentine Booch & The Baaaaaad Guy -- The episode opened with banter about a popular song by Billie Eilish, why coffee foam and kombucha are trending in Argentina, tips for an optimal Expo West experience (Attendees: Exhibiting new products? Got news to share? Tell BevNET and NOSH) and whether vegan might be fading as a marketing term. 18:00: Anouck Gotlib, CEO, Belgian Boys -- Gotlib met with Taste Radio editor Ray Latif at BevNET’s office in New York City and kicked off their conversation with some background on Belgian Boys, including the origin of mascots “Skinny and Chubby'' and how a mustache has become a key element in branding and marketing initiatives. She also explained why Belgian Boys is designed to be “a household staple for indulgence, quality and taste,” the evolution of its product assortment, testing new products via private label, and why the brand and Special K cereal are likely to be seen in the same shopping cart. Later, Gotlib discussed her initial meeting with a JetBlue buyer and the lengthy process of getting the brand’s cookies on board, why she believes there’s a big opportunity for breakfast foods and how Belgian Boys is expanding its presence in Walmart. Brands in this episode: Belgian Boys, The Lab Coffee Roasters, Starbucks, Piettelli Vineyards, Bendita Kombucha, Beyond Meat, BrightFox, RxBar, BluePrint, Perfect Bar, High Peaks, Tofurky, Moocho, Special K, Pretzel Crisps

What happens when you take out all the insides of a pretzel? Well you get a crisp silly. We are talking about those good, good pretzel crisps!

In this episode Hall is joined by Wayne Wu of VMG Partners. We kick off this episode learning about Waynes background before VMG Partners. Wayne offers his advice on entering the CPG space as an angel or VC who has not been previously. He speaks about investors being able to separate their personal viewpoints and being more of an objective investor. Hall and Wayne speak about VMG Partners and how the company invests and what they tend to focus on. VMG works intimately with founders and leaders of branded consumer product companies, providing the resources and guidance needed to propel them to their next level of growth and value. In this episode, you'll learn more about the changing CPG space from direct to consumer purchase versus online. Wayne gives his own unique viewpoint on his investment thesis, challenges and risks as well as opportunities to pursue.   About VMG Partners- VMG works intimately with founders and leaders of branded consumer product companies, providing the resources and guidance needed to propel them to their next level of growth and value. Beyond capital, our value-added investment philosophy commits our deep experience, strategic guidance and passionate focus to help our partners accelerate growth, brand awareness and achieve their own definition of success.   VMG has worked closely and successfully with brands such as Ancient Nutrition, Babyganics, Bare Snacks, Daily Harvest, Drunk Elephant, Health Warrior, Humm, Justin's, KIND Healthy Snacks, Lantana Foods, Mighty Leaf Tea, Natural Balance Pet Foods, Nature's Bakery, Perfect Bar, Pirate's Booty, Pretzel Crisps, Quest, Smashmallow, Spindrift, Vega, Vermont Smoke & Cure, and Waggin' Train Pet Treats.  

Dans cette édition grand format d'Une grosse pointe all-dressed rétro, Mathieu Plante et Stéphanie Paradis se font un énorme blitz estival. Les produits goûtés: la boisson Mountain Dew Code Red, les craquelins Pretzel Crisps, les croustilles Doritos Roulette, les chocolats Mini-Turtles sucré-salé, les jujubes Allan Big Foot à la barbe à papa et le chocolat Dolfin au poivre rose. Invitée: Stéphanie Paradis. Enregistrement: 12 juin 2014.

It's a special Labor Day themed You Tried Dat?? as the gang tries three snacks that have nothing to do with Labor Day: Chef's Cut BBQ Chicken Sticks, Snack Factory Pretzel Crisps, and Michel et Augustin Cookie Squares.  They also determine what it takes to earn a letterman's jacket and discuss their ideal last meals.

Eddie and I riff off a great show. We talk about the last couple shows, a Whitman’s Samplers sponsorship, my beef with Pretzel Crisps, new shirt idea, punch card update, hotel room wifi porno, banging people you work with, my ‘best hair’ controversy from high school, the Breaking Bad toys at Toys R’ Us, The McKamey Manor, the smell of your own farts plus a ton of other goofy tangents.

We discuss last week's show (including some sex advice from listeners), Prancercise, stories of my amazing and perverted uncle, Pretzel Crisps, asking companies for free stuff, telemarketer pranks, iOS 7, Eddie's hit and run, cock fights and more.

This week's episode was recorded live on Feb 2nd at The Bell House in beautiful New York City! Isn't that exciting? It is very exciting. Join Julie as she interviews SANDRA BERNHARD, TOM SCHARPLING and JOE MANDE live on stage, while TED LEO & THE PHARMACISTS watch! Enjoy a special, unannounced guest appearance by IRA GLASS, who joins LEIGH HENDRIX, the winner of the HWYW Poetry Contest, in our Pretzel Crisps and Peanut Chews-furnished Snack Nest! And marvel in unexpected moments: like when Julie forgot the opening verse to an Avril Lavigne song! When Sandra Bernhard came out wearing a gorgeous boho ensemble, only to slide around in her shitty folding chair! And when we all remembered, along with Joe Mande, how much we all miss Andy Rooney. Plus--Ted has some pressing questions for a gentleman who works for Peanut Chews and some disconcerting theories about "Kiss From a Rose," Tom has big ideas about the Candyland movie, Ira has some harsh words for white chocolate, Joe has some innovative ways to confuse female bodybuilders on Twitter, and Leigh Hendrix has a new friend. Also-- Julie asks Ted about the "Philly Lunatic"! Tom asks when he missed the meeting about everybody deciding to watch and live-tweet Downton Abbey! Ira suggests the ultimate snack mash-up! And Sandra makes Julie's dreams come true when she duets with her on "Wichita Lineman." What a show! What a memory-maker! The Guests: Sandra Bernhard Tom Scharpling Joe Mande Ira Glass And introducing Leigh Hendrix The Band: Teddy Leo Chris Wilson James Canty The Dream Team: Alex Scordelis (Writer) Marianne Ways (Live Show Producer) Chris Spooner (Tech, Podcast Producer, Graphic Designer) Lacey Micallef (GIF designer) Jake Fogelnest (Consultant) Miriam Grubin-Cappel & Ben Cappel, and their dog Chloe (Ground Dog Wranglers; Ground Dog) Jack Fagan (Consultant; Muse) Kelly Hudson (Video Editor) Greg Stees (Cameraman) Bob Zender from Peanut Chews & Jason Harty from Pretzel Crisps (Sponsors) Sanjib Mukhopadhyay (Sound Recording)

On this episode of How Was Your Week, the great FRANK DeCARO, author of THE DEAD CELEBRITY COOKBOOK, joins Julie to discuss the time Paul Lynde made some racist remarks at an Illinois Burger King; what, from his book, to serve to a Latin-American gentleman you're about to bed; and how to host a memorable Golden Globes extravaganza. Then, the delightful KATE BEATON, cartoonist and author of HARK, A VAGRANT, is here to share her views about artistic depictions of diarrhea during Medieval Times, who she'd like to be on "Downton Abbey," and the chauvinist behind "Beetle Bailey." Plus, the hazards of occasion-less cupcakes! A contest is announced! A celebrity impression is done! Pomegranate seeds are found to be delicious in things you would never think of putting them in! Canadians are hilarious! And the return of Siggy Flicker, whose Twitter has got to be some kind of art project. Also! Check out the new How Was Your Week Tumblr! And there are still tickets available for the February 2nd HOW WAS YOUR WEEK LIVE at the Bell House, which will be sponsored by Pretzel Crisps!  What a delicious show!