Podcasts about sambazon

Shereen takes us through her journey at Sambazon, where she has been a driving force in transitioning the brand from a CPG-focused model to expanding its presence in physical stores and franchises. From managing limited marketing budgets to overseeing an in-house marketing team, Shereen shares her insights on scaling a brand while staying authentic to its core values.

Ryan Black (@SAMBAZON) is the CEO and co-founder of SAMBAZON, the industry leader in Açai and the first brand to bring Açai from the Brazilian Amazon to the United States. Ryan is a pioneer in the natural foods industry, creating the company in 2000 with his brother Jeremy Black and friend Ed Nichols after a surf trip to Brazil. Black is also the co-founder of the tri.org, a non-profit organization working to empower and educate people into mobilizing and building a more conscious future, socially, in sustainability and economically.   We discuss Açai berries; the benefits, possibilities and creativity of this superfood; Ryan also shares the start of Sambazon and what it took for him to grow the brand and business while being at the forefront of the industry.   You can find out more at www.sambazon.com/ & www.seedingchangefilm.com.   Fill out the quick form here: https://forms.gle/AH1tusHRXkC3N5yM6 and be in with the chance of winning an Amazon Gift card   Get your 2-month free trial of my Inner Circle here https://bit.ly/InnerCircle2MTrial   Join the FREE Facebook group for The Michael Brian Show at https://www.facebook.com/groups/themichaelbrianshow   Follow Mike on Facebook Instagram & Twitter

The Açaí pioneer recently launched into franchising for the first time in 24 years. CEO and cofounder Ryan Black joins QSR editors Danny Klein and Ben Coley to discuss the brand's journey—it owns 50 percent of the imported Açaí market and has more than 30,000 retail partners stocking the product—and how it's going to translate that equity and experience into brick-and-mortar development that's already fast underway.

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Daniel Adoff is the Principal and Chief Strategist at Dyno Creative. He is a creative problem solver focused on building and evolving brands. He leads teams on a broad range of projects that include illustration, web design, and brand development. Some of his clients include Netflix, Discovery+, Sambazon, Taco Bell, and Hyperice. As a lifelong learner, Daniel is passionate about mentoring emerging talent in the practice of design and illustration. In his personal life, Daniel is a coach of Muay Thai Kickboxing. He holds a BFA in Illustration from LCAD and teaches courses within the Graphic Design and Illustration departments, including Professional Practices and Adobe Illustrator. Daniel is an active member of AIGA.   Here's what we covered on the episode:   Daniels Young Start to Art + Building Relationships Daniel shares a childhood story of how his friend showed him that experimenting is what art is all about, which made him rethink his creative process  How Daniel's father owned a screen printing shop where he learned how to make t-shirts at a young age  Daniel graduated from college with his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration, but as he started working, he got more graphic design work  In 2008, during the economic crash, Daniel had all his clients disappear, but at the time coached water polo and decided to make it the best-looking team as a case study The first extensive branding project Daniel did was for his water polo team, which helped them expand from 10 to 175 athletes  The story of how Daniel helped one of his past water polo athletes build his brand from the ground up  Helping people is part of Daniel's core values, and he says that Dyno Creative shares that - they're here to solve problems, build partnerships and help people grow into their greatest self  Daniel likes to start building relationships by asking people how he can help them; In the business, that equates to asking someone what their biggest pain point is  Instead of trying to sell yourself and your services, Daniel says it's more valuable to ask people what they are struggling with and what's challenging them  If you make friends, Daniel says, then there is bound to be someone who wants to help and support you in the same way you want to help and support them  Why it's important to get connected with people who are outside of your circle and industry to find out how they got where they are  As creatives, we struggle to apply our skills to ourselves   Daniel and I both talk about what we want to achieve in our businesses moving forward Getting Projects You Want Daniel and his team created a bunch of mock projects that they have on their website to show off the type of work they want to be doing At Dyno Creative, they do a lot of cold outreach, and Daniel shares how it works for them   Daniel explains it's important that if they aren't the expert in what a client is asking for, they connect them with someone they know who is an expert How Daniel and his team can send 1,000 cold emails each month through PersistIQ that helps with generating an email list of people who might need their services   Social media is like a billboard; Daniel asks how many times you have driven past a billboard and called the number on it - it's great for awareness, which is how Daniel uses it, but he likes other strategies like email and building genuine relationships best  In emails, Daniel likes to include results they've had for other clients and a clear CTA (call to action) so people can see how they could help them solve their problems too  Daniel shares the details of working on the artwork for the Tracy Morgan: Staying Alive film On streaming platforms, you might notice different key art pieces for different shows because they are testing which ones get the most clicks - this is how Daniel's illustration ended up being used for Tracy Morgan: Staying Alive   No matter what you're trying to improve in your business, it won't work unless you have a clear core message - the easiest way to find this, Daniel says, is to take away your product and see what your brand would be  Check out the Dyno Creative website and connect with them on Instagram, Dribble, or Pinterest    Links mentioned: Dyno Creative Website Dyno Creative on Instagram Dyno Creative on Dribble Dyno Creative on Pinterest    Like what you heard?  Click here to subscribe + leave a review on iTunes. Click here to download my Sales Page Trello Board Let's connect on Instagram!  

In this episode, I dive deep into Ryan's inspiring life journey, from his upbringing to his career path, discovering the pivotal moments that shaped his values and led him to co-found SAMBAZON. Learn about their mission to bring the Brazilian superfruit, Açai, to the United States and revolutionize the market with a commitment to sustainability and social impact. With SAMBAZON's Triple Bottom Line philosophy at its core, we explore how Ryan and his team measure economic, social, and environmental success, making a tangible difference in the world. Discover the innovative strategies they employ to create a thriving business while positively impacting the Brazilian Amazon and empowering local communities. Beyond SAMBAZON, Ryan is also the co-founder of thetri.org, a nonprofit organization dedicated to sustainability and environmental education. Hear firsthand about their initiatives and how they bring together like-minded partners to build a community of conscious warriors and changemakers. Join us on this enlightening journey as we delve into the intersection of entrepreneurship, sustainability, and compassion. Subscribe to The Caring Economy on your favorite podcast platform to stay updated with each episode, filled with inspiring stories, practical insights, and thought-provoking discussions. Get ready to be inspired, empowered, and equipped with the knowledge to create positive change in your own life and in the world around you. #SambazonStories #Sustainability #ConsciousLiving #Podcast

It's Furry, Furbulous Friday! Ingrid Newkirk, President of PETA, (the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals), joins us to fill us in on all the great work they do to save animals. She updated us on PETA's Global Compassion Fund and more recent news. Learn how you can help support PETA's efforts at peta.org.Next, we welcome Zach Bluemer and Andres Izquieta founders of CHIKI CHIKI BOOM BOOM. Andres Izquieta Is a multi-hyphenate CPG entrepreneur in the areas of food and beverage, fashion, and entertainment.  His passion and drive sit at the intersection of sustainability, culture, community, and consumer products.  He's the CEO & co-founder of tropical water beverage company, Chiki Chiki Boom Boom, a brand driven by Latin culture and impact. Andres is also the co-founder of Five Four Group, a multi-million dollar fashion conglomerate with brands such as Five Four, Menlo Club, New Republic, Young & Reckless, and Ales Grey, who have collectively generated over $600 million in revenues.  Zach Bluemer utilizes tech and innovation to grow visionary companies with the goals of improving health, happiness, and sustainability. He was the first employee at Vita Coco coconut water and has worked with and advised numerous Food & Beverage emerging stars including MUSH, Blue Stripes, Sambazon, and Grupo Rica.  Thank you to our sponsors!Enviromedica – The BEST probiotics on the planetChildren's Health Defense - Listen every Monday for Bern and Mary Holland, President of CHD! Sunwarrior - Use the code OLR for 20% off your purchase!Well Being JournalThorne - Get 20% off your order and free shipping!

Ryan Black, Founder and CEO of SAMBAZON, started the company with his brother Jeremy and friend Edmund “Skanda” Nichols in 2000. The industry leader and pioneer in Açai, SAMBAZON was the first brand to bring the Brazilian superfruit from the Amazon to the United States. After experiencing his first Açai bowl on a surf trip to Brazil, Ryan saw an opportunity to create and share delicious and nutritious, Açai-based products with people around the world while pioneering a socially and environmentally conscious business model.  Ryan has taken an idea that he was passionate about and turned it into an excellent business with products that are awesome. You are going to love hearing about his journey and I am certain all of the great insights and lessons too. This episode is filled with so much inspiration and takeaways you won't want to miss! On this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow. Enjoying this episode of #TheKaraGoldinShow? Let me know by clicking on the links below and sending me a quick shout-out on social. Or reach out to me at karagoldin@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/karagoldin/ https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/ https://twitter.com/karagoldin https://www.facebook.com/KaraGoldin/ Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/364 To learn more about Ryan Black and Sambazon: https://www.sambazon.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sambazon/ https://www.instagram.com/ryanfari/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-black-8184b6125

In this episode Erin Lee, Chief Sales Officer of Sambazon, about how they are promoting zero-waste and sustainability in the food industry. She mentions that Sambazon stands for the sustainable management of the Brazilian Amazon using the triple bottom line concept (environment, socio, and economic). She provided an overview of the three key teams: the food service team, the college and university team, and the hospitality team, which includes Sambazon cafés. She talks about manufacturing plants and how they obtain and maintain product standards, which is essential for their organization. She explains how the teams help farmers educate themselves and obtain Fair Trade and Organic certifications. She briefly describes the manufacturing plants and how wasteful seeds are sent to other manufacturing companies to fuel their plants. We talk about customer preferences and how they are experimenting with packaging with compostable ready-to-eat bowls while keeping food safety at the forefront.

We sat down with Ryan Black, CEO and co-founder of Sambazon, to talk about all things acai. Where this special berry comes from, its powerful superfruit benefits, and the impact it's had on the world. We also dive into the world of harvesting & sourcing organically, how powerful the USDA-certified organic seal is, and sustainability.    Açaí is a palm tree that grows near river banks and produces the majority of heart of palm. It's about the size of a blueberry but 95% solid seed. There is green fat that lives under the purple skin, both of these are consumed. The fat is full of omega fatty acids and the skin is full of antioxidants. Listen to learn more about açaí in Brazil, it's origins, and how you can consume it today!   TIME STAMPS 2:57 The Triple Bottom Line of açaí at Sambazon 5:50 How Ryan discovered açaí in Brazil 9:20 How Ryan brought the first certified açaí berry in the US  17:40 Organic farming and sustainability  22:16 What is açaí and what are the benefits?  26:10 Harvesting açaí  30:00 Where to look for Sambazon products  32:40 A day in the life of Ryan Black   Sambazon.com instagram.com/sambazon

I had a great time catching up with my foodservice buddy, Thaddeus Thorne, the new VP at My/Mochi. Foodservice has changed - it's tougher to get in! Listen in as Thaddeus explains the new reality of Foodservice distribution.  We touch on sustainable packing and why it's damn tough for recycling solutions to take off. But there is hope with the rising generation of college students. Connect with Thaddeus on LI:  My/Mochi: Companies, brands, and shout-outs: Harvest Culinary Group - https://www.linkedin.com/company/harvesttableculinary/ Chef Matthew Thompson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefmthompson/ Sambazon - https://www.linkedin.com/company/sambazon/ Impasta! Foods - https://www.linkedin.com/company/impasta-foods/ Peter Mead - https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-mead-1a73028/ Donya Litowitz - https://www.linkedin.com/in/donyalitowitz/ Kelly Slator - https://twitter.com/kellyslater Outerknown - https://www.linkedin.com/company/outerknown/ About your Host Tony Moore and the Winning at Work podcast: Connect with me on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/differentbetterspecialbrands/ Are you looking for a fun and light-hearted podcast to stay current on the trends shaping the $1.6 trillion food and beverage industry? My totally awesome brands featured here take us deep into the world of sustainability, plant-based, food tech, CBD, and good for you. Want to learn how to grow a brand? Scale a brand? I've got you covered.  Join me on my mission to discover what makes these companies different, better, and special. Episode 145 is sponsored by: Timpl Search - National Food and Beverage headhunters for sales, marketing, innovation, and operations. https://www.timplsearch.com/ Contact: Tony Moore. 404-904-9235. Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/differentbetterspecialbrands/ Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/get-the-funk-in License code: SF3WUKBUJQULFHXE  

In this episode, I interview Ryan Black, the CEO and Founder of Sambazon, a company that sells sustainable açaí products including bowls, bites and smoothies. He explains the meaning of Triple Bottom Line, Sambazon's strategy to help make the world a better place by helping communities in the Amazon rainforest and protecting land by harvesting sustainably. He also shares with us the story behind starting Sambazon and going from store to store giving out thousands of samples of pitching Açaí. I learned so much from Ryan and hope you do too!

Thaddeus Thorne, VP Foodservice at My/Mochi, details how to build service strategy from the ground up. Thaddeus and I discuss trends in food, inflation, and why he made a strategic job change from Sambazon.  Join us for a light-hearted podcast and don't forget to subscribe if you are loving the content. https://www.mymochi.com/  My/Mochi is a miraculous match of magnificent mochi dough with marvelously mouthwatering ice cream. But if you had to describe it with just one word, it'd be “Mmmmm.” These mind-blowing mouthfuls come from master mochi makers who methodically mix and meld the mushy mochi with milky, melty ice cream. The result? A majestic marriage of mesmerizing flavors that'll make you say, “Mmmmore!” Natural Products and Foodservice expert Thaddeus Thorne  on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thaddeus-thorne/ About your Host Tony Moore and the Winning at Work podcast: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/differentbetterspecialbrands/ Are you looking for a fun and light-hearted podcast to stay current on the trends shaping the $1.6 trillion food and beverage industry? My totally awesome brands featured here take us deep into the world of sustainability, plant-based, food tech, CBD, and good for you. Want to learn how to grow a brand? Scale a brand? I've got you covered.  Hi, I'm Tony Moore, expert  F&B/CPG headhunter, and I interview the best heads in the business. Discover how these executives are #winningatwork. Episode 108 is sponsored by: Joynus Search - National Food and Beverage headhunters for sales, marketing, innovation, and operations. https://www.joynussearch.com/ Contact: Tony Moore. 404-904-9235. Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/differentbetterspecialbrands/ Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/get-the-funk-in License code: SF3WUKBUJQULFHXE

Today we welcome Renee Junge. Renee is a Carlsbad resident and joined the AHLF board in 2021. Renee serves as the Vice President, Corporate Brand Strategy and Communication at The Bumble Bee Seafood Company, a role she has held since 2019. With a love for the planet and as a believer in businesses that operate as a force for good in the world, Renee has spent her career at organizations that share her values including Jamba Juice, Sambazon, The Coca-Cola Company, and now The Bumble Bee Seafood Company. In her current role, Renee has been instrumental in driving forward Bumble Bee's “Seafood Future” commitments to sustainability and social responsibility. Contact Renee Junge LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-junge-463150a3/ Contact The Show Podcast website: Nature All Around Me The Foundation's website: Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation or call 760-804-1969 Podsafe Music by Geovane Bruno, Tremembé/Brasil https://pixabay.com/users/geovanebruny-19309525/ Produced by ImaginePodcasting.com dba Heard Not Seen Media. Inc.

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Never have the stakes been higher. We are facing an environmental crisis,... climate change, soil degradation, plastic pollution and loss of biodiversity. While business is often at the root of these problems, it can also be a part of the solution. Today I am talking with Richard Yelland and Jeremy Black, producers of the documentary, Seeding Change.  Richard, a highly accomplished filmmaker and Jeremy, a co-founder of Sambazon, set out to tell the story of Sambazon and their journey over the last 20 years as an organic, fair-trade Acai company. Along the way, they realized there was a bigger story to tell, that of how triple bottom line businesses like Sambazon, are making a positive impact in the world.  Today we're talking about all that lead up to the film Seeding Change and, of course, the film itself and its mission to educate consumers on how we can all help save the world one purchase at a time.   About Richard Yelland Richard Yelland is an Emmy® Award nominated director and award-winning filmmaker. Powerful visuals and strong performances are a trademark of his projects for Nike, HISTORY, Surfrider Foundation, Sambazon & Outside Television. “Richard is a fantastic filmmaker,” said Oscar® nominee Morgan Spurlock. Richard's documentary film "Floating: The Nathan Gocke Story", was ‘Emerging Documentary' winner at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival. His next film, 12 Miles North: The Nick Gabaldon Story, presented by Nike, tells the story of the first-documented African American surfer and is “Unlike any surf film you've ever seen,” according to ESPN. 12 Miles North was a 2014 Webby Award winner and inspired Santa Monica's annual Nick Gabaldon Day. "Sine Qua Non: The Psychology of Big Wave Surfing with Greg Long", Richard's following effort, was an official selection at the Maui Film Festival and winner at the 2014 BLUE Ocean Film Festival. His latest feature, "The Long Way Back" documents the addiction that nearly killed Todd ‘Z Man' Zalkins after the overdose of his longtime friend and Sublime front man, Bradley Nowell. A Best Documentary winner at The Phoenix Film Festival, The "Long Way Back" received exclusive coverage in Rolling Stone and global distribution from The Orchard (SONY). Richard received his Emmy nomination for “Pool,” a PSA he wrote and directed for the Life Rolls On Foundation featuring wheelchair "pool skater" Darwin Holmes.   About Jeremy Black Jeremy Black is a co-founder of Sambazon Acai.  Taking the leap from a successful career as a financial planner, Jeremy joined brother Ryan Black (CEO) and friend Ed Nichols in early 2000 to introduce açaí to the U.S.market.  In addition to helping create global awareness and demand for an unknown fruit, the team pioneered a sustainable business model in the Amazon to import organic, fair trade superfoods. Jeremy was a key player in Sambazon's rapid growth from startup to a $100+ Million dollar global brand.  From meager beginnings of one product at a handful of juice bars around Southern California, Jeremy spearheaded the development of the brand, the products and the marketing for a full portfolio of products in frozen, juice, energy and supplement categories that are now sold in health food stores, juice bars and conventional grocery stores across the globe.  Over the past 17 years, Jeremy helped the Sambazon team create an entirely new category in the natural foods category and a business that creates positive socio-economic and environmental change.  As an avid surfer, yogi and snowboarder, Sambazon has become a way of life for Jeremy, providing organic energy for worldwide travels and active pursuits.    Resources Mentioned Toolkit https://www.seedingchangefilm.com/take-action   Connect with the Filmmakers The Film https://www.seedingchangefilm.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seedingchangefilm/

Richard Yelland: DIRECTOR + PRODUCER, Chief Creative Officer at Curtis Birch Jeremy Black: Executive Producer with Ryan Black, Co-Founder’s Sambazon Acai  Seeding Change: A Documentary About Businesses & Environmental Sustainability Twenty years ago, a young group of social entrepreneurs joined a movement to change the world through the pursuit of an alternative economic model and practice of conscious commerce. “Seeding Change” is about "triple bottom line" businesses that consider the social, environmental and financial impacts of their companies and address some of today’s most challenging issues. This film encourages viewers to be part of the solution by voting with their dollars, shopping smart and supporting the brands that align with their values. Never have the stakes been higher, whether it's climate change, soil degradation or plastic pollution. Triple bottom line companies provide an immediate opportunity to be a part of the solution.  Richard Yelland has been fortunate to witness the power of impactful documentaries and how this form of story-telling can change paradigms and even history.  By telling this story, with the help of Jeremy and Ryan Black and Sambazon, consumers will be empowered to purchase from those companies that have solutions built into their ethos and business model as an example of how we can make immediate and positive change for our planet.   LEARN MORE ABOUT SEEDING CHANGE here:  Seeding Change Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EczEcIyeyh4 Seeding Change Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seedingchangefilm/?hl=en  Film Website: https://www.seedingchangefilm.com/about Take Action: https://www.seedingchangefilm.com/take-action Curtis Birch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curtisbirch/ Curtis Birch: http://curtisbirch.com/ Sambazon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sambazon/ Sambazon Website: https://www.sambazon.com/ Sambazon Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sambazon?s=20 Press Release: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-documentary-inspiring-consumers-to-shop-smarter-for-the-planet-debuts-on-earth-day-301263586.html        "Climate change isn't a science problem, it's a human problem. “  - Paul Hawken    TO SUGGEST A GUEST YOU CAN REACH US here: guest@ourepicocean.com or take the EPIC OCEAN CHALLENGE follow this link: https://www.ourepicocean.com/challengevid

Every time you open your wallet, you support the company that makes the goods you’re paying for. This action has way more power and influence than most realize. Jeremy Black, the co-founder of SAMBAZON, knows this first hand. He is dedicated to promoting conscious commerce, not only with his açaí berry brand but beyond. His recent documentary Seeding Change is all about learning how to spend your money wisely, to promote the need for companies committed to healing our planet. Listen to his powerful story. || LINKS | seedingchangefilm.com | Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts/

This week, we’re joined by Greg Fleishman, the co-founder and CEO of clean label baking mix and snack company Foodstirs. A veteran marketing executive with over two decades of experience working with startup brands, including Kashi, Suja and Sambazon, Fleishman is no stranger to the constant challenges that are common to entrepreneurial companies. And he believes that it’s the daily ebbs and flows of running a business that provide entrepreneurs with the capabilities to navigate the uncertainties of the Covid-19 crisis. As part of our conversation, Fleishman discussed how he’s applied lessons learned from his career into Foodstirs, which, like many companies, had to rethink its business strategy and adapt to a new consumer environment within a matter of weeks. He also explained how to manage and enhance relationships with retail buyers, why it’s critical to leverage every resource at your disposal and why consumer communication is the one thing that keeps him up at night. Show notes:  0:38: Time To Step Into The “Spotlight.” Plus, Puffs, Protein and Pop. -- The episode opens with a discussion about a new feature on BevNET and NOSH called Brand Spotlight, a platform which showcases new, updated and emerging brands. The hosts also spoke about notable products encountered over the past week, including avocado-based puffs, a spirit-sounding plant-based protein bar, a new brand of probiotic sodas and a “special” aperitif. 12:09: Interview: Greg Fleishman, Co-Founder/CEO, Foodstirs -- Fleishman, who previously appeared in Taste Radio episodes 69 and 110, spoke with Taste Radio editor Ray Latif about why brands that serve a social purpose and mission are often more successful than others and shared a brief history of Foodstirs as a baking kit brand and the company’s decision to expand into ready-to-eat products. He also discussed how the Covid-19 crisis kickstarted a resurgence in home baking and why he believes it will continue for years to come, why he encourages entrepreneurs to “be a camel, not a unicorn” and the importance of collaborating with retail buyers when formulating an innovation strategy. Later, he explained why ambassadors are key to Foodstirs’ marketing initiatives and how he considers tone when crafting copy for social media and advertising campaigns. Brands in this episode: Mezcla, AvoCrazy, Culture Pop, Health-Ade, Olipop, Poppi, Aura Bora, Foodstirs, Annie’s

When offering his take on the man affectionately nicknamed “The Beverage Whisperer,” Vita Coco co-founder/CEO Mike Kirban might have said it best: “I don’t believe there is anyone in the beverage world that needs a reference letter less than Ken Sadowsky.” As one of the industry’s best known and most respected insiders, Sadowsky is a longtime investor and advisor to many high-profile and category leading brands, including Vitaminwater, Vita Coco, Bai, Hint and Califia Farms. He’s also a senior advisor to Verlinvest, a Belgium-based investment holding company founded by the owners of Anheuser-Busch InBev, and the Executive Director of NIDA, a group of independent beverage distributors in the Northeast.  In an interview included in this episode, he spoke about his background in the business and how he assesses opportunities to align with and invest in early stage brands. He also offered his perspective on leadership, why he believes that entrepreneurs should be wary of indecisiveness and shared his thoughts on notable categories and emerging trends. Show notes:  2:33: Interview: Ken Sadowsky, The Beverage Whisperer -- Sadowsky sat down with Taste Radio editor Ray Latif and BevNET CMO Mike Schneider at BevNET HQ for a conversation that began with Sadowsky recounting the early days of his career working at his family’s distribution company. He also spoke about his investment strategy, why it’s occasionally a “Ready. Fire. Aim.” approach and why “by the end of the evaluation period, it’s much more about the person than the product.” Later, he discussed his involvement with Bai, spoke about the role of decisiveness and confidence as a characteristic of good leaders and why standing out on shelf is a requirement of package design. Finally, he reflected on past and present trends, including why CBD could be promoted as “anti-energy,” and the rise of “sober curious” beverages. Brands in this episode: California Cooler, Bartles & Jaymes, Zima, Hint, Bai, Vita Coco, Vitaminwater, Sambazon, Essentia, Forto, Califia Farms, Kona Red, Red Bull, Monster Energy, Coco Cafe, GURU Energy, Dark Dog Energy, Runa, Guayaki, TeaRIOT, Marley’s Mellow Mood, Just Chill, GoodBelly, Riazul, Corina’s Switchy, Seedlip 

Ryan Black's efforts as an eco-preneur don’t stop with Sambazon. He has joined and started multiple initiatives to encourage innovative entrepreneurship. Purple for the Planet is a social engagement campaign from April 22 through May 22 to encourage environmental activism. For every customer that dyes their hair purple and posts a selfie, Sambazon will purchase 5 acres of Amazonian rain forest through Rainforest Trust’s Save-an-Acre program. They found that, for every 584 acres protected, one animal species can be saved! The Tri (pronounced “tree”) was co-founded by Ryan and other businesses to promote consumer advocacy. The organization encourages consumers to vote with their dollar, not just for what goes in their bellies, but for the future of the planet.And this concept of voting with our dollar is the core of Ryan’s entrepreneurial spirit.  To get involved and save 5 acres this earth day visit www.sambazon.com for more information.

Host Cyrus Webb welcomes Nutrition Expert and author Rachel Beller to #ConversationsLIVE to discuss how she is sharing 5-minute recipte ideas with households and the superfruit that can help to liven up snacks.   This segment is brought to you by Sambazon. Find out more about Sambazon on their website here. 

Jeremy Black along with his brother and a friend built the company Sambazon from the ground up after taking a surf trip to Brazil and discovering acai bowls. This conversation goes into a variety of interesting wormholes in relation super foods, protecting the rain forest, the soul of money and travel. Enjoy!

Jeremy Black is a co-founder of Sambazon Acai.  Taking the leap from a successful career as a financial planner, Jeremy joined brother Ryan Black (CEO) and friend Ed Nichols in early 2000 to introduce açaí to the U.S.market.  In addition to helping create global awareness and demand for an unknown fruit, the team pioneered a sustainable business model in the Amazon to import organic, fair trade superfoods.Jeremy was a key player in Sambazon’s rapid growth from startup to a $100+ Million dollar global brand.  From meager beginnings of one product at a handful of juice bars around Southern California, Jeremy spearheaded the development of the brand, the products and the marketing for a full portfolio of products in frozen, juice, energy and supplement categories that are now sold in health food stores, juice bars and conventional grocery stores across the globe.  Over the past 17 years, Jeremy helped the Sambazon team create an entirely new category in the natural foods category and a business that creates positive socio-economic and environmental change. As an avid surfer, yogi and snowboarder, Sambazon has become a way of life for Jeremy, providing organic energy for worldwide travels and active pursuits. His latest project Zuma Sanctuary is an Airstream glamping retreat near his home in Malibu, CA. Jeremy attended Pepperdine University on an academic scholarship and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.www.sambazon.comhttps://vimeo.com/jbsamba@sambazon@jbsamba@zumasanctuary 

A logo that you designed yourself on a cross country flight. Packaging you slapped together in powerpoint minutes before the first production run. A brand name that you landed on because, well, the URL was available. In the startup world, there’s no shortage of accidentally, stumbled upon, or just plain DIY brands. But why have an accidental brand when you can have a strategic one? A well-thought out brand might just be the one thing holding you back from your next big growth phase. This week on brand builder we talk about the rebrand, and how refreshing your brand can position you for massive growth. To help us out we enlisted two people who have been there before - Amir Haque and Alysse Burroni. Amir is a 16-year vet of the advertising business, and a partner at Mistress, an internationally awarded, full-service creative agency based in Santa Monica. Mistress has done work for tons of brands, including Coca-Cola, Sambazon, Campbell’s, American Apparel, and more. Alysse - aka ABB - is the Director of Brand Marketing at SnackNation. She’s worked for famed branding house Ogilvy & Mather, and now leads brand marketing efforts in-house at SnackNation as the company looks towards the next phase of its growth. These two branding experts got together to break down the elements of brand, and explained exactly how a strategic rebrand can position you for success, using the recent SnackNation rebrand as a case study. Here’s a cheat sheet of some of the concepts Amir and Alysse cover in this episode. The Rebrand Process (1) Buy-in: A critical first step is to make sure internal stakeholders understand and are invested in a rebrand or brand-refresh. Why is it important? For starters, going with a branding agency can get expensive, and strict ROI is hard to track. The key is painting a vivid picture not of what the brand will be, but of what the brand will do - that might be retaining customers (and increasing revenue), communicating your value proposition more efficiently (and increasing sales), or attracting the talent you need to grow. (2) Strategy: This is where the work truly begins. Now is the time for stakeholder interviews, customer research, customer avatar creation, and coming up with your "beacon brands." The brand architectures comes together during this phase. (3) Creative: Now the task is translating the ideas from the strategy phase into creative assets - logos, colors, aesthetics, packaging, etc. You really need expertise here, and that’s where a good agency becomes invaluable. Speaking of brand architecture, there are several misnomers when it comes down to the taxonomy of branding. Amir did a great job clarifying. Brand Architecture Brand Vision - what’s the big picture vision for the customer? For the world? Mission - how do we actually make this vision real? Positioning - how do you articulate the benefit to the consumer in a competitive context? Message - what are we actually saying to the consumer? What is the language, tone, and tenor?

We’re currently experiencing a golden age for startup brands. It’s easier today to launch, build, and scale a consumer brand than perhaps any other time in history. But that’s not to say it’s easy. Startup brands still face obstacles, old and new, including how to stand out from the glut of new brands, how to adapt to the constantly shifting landscape of retail, and how to best leverage the wide array of data and tools now available at their fingertips. Luckily for us, Courtney Reum is here to answer those questions. Courtney and his brother Carter are the co-founders of M13, a brand development and investment company that accelerates businesses at the nexus of consumer products, technology, and media. I.e., Courtney is perfect for Brand Builder. With brands like Lyft, Pinterest, Snapchat, Chomps, and Sambazon, M13’s portfolio is downright impressive. Courtney and Carter recently compiled their brand building expertise in a best-selling book called Shortcut Your Startup, and he shared a few of these top tips in this week’s episode. Prior to M13, Courtney’s main focus was building VEEV, the first acai infused vodka in the world and one of the fastest growing spirits in the US. Not surprisingly, VEEV was snatched up and acquired in 2016. Courtney gives a glimpse into the book with of his shortcuts - Role of brand in frictionless scaling. 11:55 How to make sure you don't miss out on a key insight. 17:45 Why it's important to know whether your brand is a “speedboat” or a “sailboat.” 22:45 The power of “heart-based” momentum. 24:47 Why success doesn’t necessarily equate to an exit. 26:09   Have an idea for the show? Drop us a line! Brandbuilder@snacknation.com. Brand Builder is a co-production of SnackNation and ForceBrands.

In this episode of Making the Brand, Billy interviews Ryan Black, the founder and CEO of Sambazon. Sambazon is the market leader in acai-based food and beverages. Ryan discusses the origins of his idea to bring the acai berry to the United States, and the challenges he faced along the way. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Richard Matusow is the CE-OM of Carioca bowls & Full Lotus PDX, a hub for people who strive for a happy, healthy lifestyle with classic acai bowls and donation based yoga. Carioca bowls name was inspired from the time when Richard lived in Rio De Janeiro where he experienced the beach culture and the “Cariocas”, the Brazilian people who embody health, wellness, andvitality and embraced the acai bowls.In this episode, Richard shares with us his passion for the acai berries and why the acai berry has positive impacts on the planet by saving the rainforest, energizing effects, and great taste.Also, he talks about the chakra system, his experiences with yoga, and how after 10 years as an executive at Sambazon and recovering from sports injuries, his daily practice of yoga greatlyimproved his flexibility, strength, and focus.Be sure to comment and access show notes at:https://www.pureenergypdx.com/integrate-yourself-podcast/carioca-bowls-acaiSubscribe to our podcast & leave a great review:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/integrate-yourself-podcast-about-hormones-nutrition/id1203490106?mt=2Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/integrateyourself)

This week’s episode of Taste Radio features a wide-ranging conversation with Krave Jerky and Sonoma Brands founder Jon Sebastiani. Recorded at the 2017 Summer Fancy Food Show, Sebastiani delved into his background in the food and beverage industry as an heir to a legacy wine family and talked about what spurred him to strike out on his own with Krave. He reflected on the meteoric growth of the meat snack brand, which launched in 2009 and was acquired by The Hershey Co. in 2015 for $240 million, and how he used the proceeds to create Sonoma Brands, a CPG incubator and venture fund that develops and partners with innovative food and beverage brands. Also included in the episode: an interview with veteran marketing executive Greg Fleishman, who is the CEO and co-founder of boutique marketing firm Purely Righteous Brands. Having worked with a range of innovative brands in his 20-year career, including Fuze, Bear Naked, Kashi and Suja, Fleishman opined on why successful entrepreneurs always have a “hunger and humility to learn.” He also discussed why consumers are becoming more attuned to sustainable farming practices and “food justice” and shared his perspective on the potential for cannabis-based CPG products. And in the latest edition of Elevator Talk, we speak with Julie Ndjee, co-founder/EVP of Neilly's Foods, an upstart maker and distributor of healthy and natural cuisine featuring flavors of Africa, the Caribbean and Latin America. Show Notes: 0:44: Intro to the episode and hosts Ray Latif, John Craven, Jon Landis and Mike Schneider, who chat about which drinks and snacks in the office attract the most interest and why and which ones get the cold shoulder. Mike talks about the appeal of trying new brands and line extensions while Jon offers his take on the elements of effective packaging and branding. John explains why approachability and easily understood beverages often win in the office and Ray discusses the advantage of nutritious, low-calorie and low-sugar formulations. 8:36: Interview -- Ray and John sit down with Jon Sebastiani, the founder of Krave Jerky and founder and CEO of CPG incubator and venture fund of Sonoma Brands. Sebastiani talks about working as part of his family’s wine business and decision to launch Krave; the emergence of premium meat snacks and what’s next for the category; how Sonoma’s team of former operators offers a competitive edge/advantage to other venture capital funds. 37:42: Interview -- John speaks with Greg Fleishman, a 20-year marketing executive who is currently the co-founder and CEO of Purely Righteous Brands LLC, which is a boutique consultancy dedicated to fostering the growth of "green space" health food & beverage companies. 1:01:35: Elevator Talk -- Meet Julie Ndjee, the co-founder and EVP of Neilly's, a maker and distributor of healthy and natural cuisine from around the world. Brands in this episode: Krave Jerky, Zupa Noma, Dang Foods, SmashMallow, Fuze, Bear Naked, Kashi, Temple Turmeric, Suja, Foodstirs, Sambazon, Neilly’s For sponsorship opportunities, feedback and suggestions contact podcast@bevnet.com.

More and more research is emerging about the importance of mitochondria, which are "energy factories" within your cells. Many modern trends, like pollution, blue light, poor sleep and unhealthy food have put our mitochondria under assault - but there are ways to repair and optimize your mitochondria, and that's what this segment is all about! Next, we have my very special guest Ryan Black who is the Co-Founder and CEO of Sambazon. Ryan shares his personal journey into discovering acai and how this moved him towards his business goals. Find out why Acai is grown in the Amazon and how it's forests are protected. Listen in as we share how Sambazon Acai can be used to replenish your post-workout drinks and keep you in line with your Beauty Detox food-pairing goals. [BULLETS] Tony and I discuss the powerhouse of our cells, mitochondria... Tony shares some basic knowledge regarding what mitochondria is and the factories of our cells... How improving our mitochondria can have a positive effect on our performance... We talk about Beauty Detox and how it is positive for mitochondria... We share specific tips and practices that are great for mitochondria... How high intensity workouts can tap into that dimension of your physiology and how often to implement this into your lives... We discuss sulfur-rich foods and which are recommended... Why Acai is so powerful and what the health benefits are in consuming it... Why Acai is harvested only in the Amazon and how it's protected... Ryan shares how he got into the Acai Business and started with Sambazon... We discuss Sambazon's policy on sustainability and what it does for the local people of the region... We discuss Acai fits into the Beauty Detox food-pairing lifestyle... Ways to incorporate Acai into your diet... We share some of our favorite recipes when using Acai... Ryan and I talk about the do's and don't's when implementing acai into your diet... [FEATURED GUESTS] About Ryan Black The co-founder and CEO of Sambazon, a manufacturer of organic acai berry and Amazon superfood-based consumer and industrial products. Ryan helped create the company following a surf trip to Brazil in 1999 where they experienced their first açaí bowls and subsequently introduced açaí to the U.S. market. Sambazon is a privately held American global food and beverage company and is credited as the first to introduce the Amazon Superfood to the North American and European markets. Sambazon's business model is vertically integrated to source its primary raw material, acai, directly from forest communities and to participate in the health and sustainability of these communities. Ryan created the Sustainable Amazon Partnership in 2003, which supports lasting sustainable management of the Brazilian Amazon through various social projects in conjunction with local non-profits. Sambazon is fiercely committed to social justice, environmental protection and personal integrity. About Tony Flores, a long-time friend of Kimberly who, after graduating from Stanford University, began researching and writing professionally full-time. He has a passion for natural health, especially Beauty Detox, and loves to share exciting new studies and insights he learns with Kimberly and the community! [RESOURCES / INFORMATION] All about Mitochondria: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18662766 Basics on mitochondria: http://www.prevention.com/health/health-concerns/are-aging-muscles-why-youre-tired-all-time-and-gaining-weight Inflammation and mitochondria: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25684584 Exercise and mitochondria: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1540458/ 9 Foods that Cause Inflammation and 9 Ways to Fight it: http://kimberlysnyder.com/blog/2012/09/22/9-foods-that-cause-inflammation-and-9-that-fight-it/ Kimberly Snyder on Inflammation and Circulation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ynzW1Zti7ko Rainforest...

The dudes, along with comic Neal Reddy, discuss their ideal ladies nights, worst stand up sets and try Sambazon Protein Acai.