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Un gusto charlar con Javier Rodríguez de Bodegas Rodríguez y Sanzo en Hacienda Angelina en el Parque de las Ciencias/Museo de Arte de Bayamón. Gracias a Hill Brothers por la oportunidad de conocer a Javier y catar con él unos vinos deliciosos que les recomiendo con entusiasmo. Más sobre esta bodega y sus vinos aquí: https://rodriguezysanzo.com. Gracias por escuchar, comentar y compartir con sus amigos amantes del vino. ¡Salud y dale share!#wine #vino #vinoespañol #tempranillo #puertorico

El IV concurso nacional de piano "Ciudad de Don Benito" se celebrará desde el 25 de abril y reunirá a lo más granado de los intérpretes nacionales y a un jurado de excepción (entre los que está Ángel Sanzo, por ejemplo). Charlamos con su impulsor, Manuel Martos Ceacero.

Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Woman Deborah Di Sanzo, President of Best Buy Health. Deborah grew up in technology. Decades of technology, healthcare, business, executive leadership. She understood the potential of technology when she watched her systems at work in the surgery theater. She is a professor who teaches AI at Harvard. She knows […]

Goodbye, Shopify. See ya later, Etsy. Hasta la vista… Amazon??? Yeah, we said it. Temu has the power to compete with Amazon. Has the Chinese drop shipping company grown too powerful to defeat? Or can our old-school favorites find a way to slay the DTC giant? Nik and Moiz discuss the looming threat of Temu to several major e-commerce retailers. What strategies do they need to stay relevant? Plus, what would it take for Outdoor Voices to crawl out of the grave they dug themselves into? Hear us out— it's definitely not impossible... The guys also discuss the latest acquisition of Asian noodle company, Omsom, by DDC. What, if anything, does it mean for other Asian DTCs like immi, FLY BY Jing, and Sanzo? And later in the episode, Nik declares arbitrage. When is it okay to use arbitrage in the DTC community, and are there any ethical concerns? Well, if we know anything… at the very least, we definitely know where Moiz stands on the issue.   Unravel the complexities of fulfillment with Red Stag - a 3PL that guarantees zero shrink, zero mispicks, and zero missed shipments. Backed by performance assurances, they ensure excellence in every order —Literally, RedStag offers coverage at no additional cost for any guarantee that is missed AND $50 reimbursement per instance for the inconvenience. Discover why Red Stag isn't just another fulfillment provider - visit redstag.com/limited today.   Want more DTC advice? Check out the Limited Supply YouTube page for more insider tips.   Check out the Nik's DTC newsletter: https://bit.ly/3mOUJMJ   And if you're looking for an instant stream of on-demand DTC gold, check out the Limited Supply Slack Channel for Nik and Moiz's most unfiltered, uncensored thoughts.   Follow Nik: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mrsharma   Follow Moiz: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/moizali

¡Nuevo capítulo de Bb y Ronnie | Unión Democrática! En esta oportunidad, el gran Bb asegura que los workaholic tienen buena prensa y no está bien. Ronnie nos cuenta los motivos por el cuál su mamá lo fajaba... Entre otras cosas, el señor Sanzo contó un particular hecho que ocurrió en una radio en la que trabajó. Además, Ronnie tiene sus historias de baño y en La 100. Y finalmente nuestros queridos conductores hicieron una review de una película que vieron reciente mente y que frustró a Bb Sanzo. ¿Ya viste el segundo episodio del Pay Per View pago? Entra a https://www.somosbbyronnie.com/, elegir el nivel de suscripción y disfrútalo!

Salió un nuevo episodio de Bb y Ronnie | Unión Democrática. En este capítulo Ronnie revela los motivos de su último "escandalo" mediático. Además, nos muestra como esta armado su escritorio para grabar a gusto, con unas hermosas cartas retro que a Bb le fascinan. Y una vez más, el señor Sanzo expresa su reconocimiento y amor por la gran "Jamie Lee Curtis". ¡No te lo pierdas que se viene con todo! No te olvides que ya lanzamos el primer episodio del Pay Per View pago, entra a https://www.somosbbyronnie.com/, elegir el nivel de suscripción y disfrútalo!

En una nueva edición de Bb y Ronnie | Unión Democrática, el señor Sanzo decidió exponer a Ronaldo1ro como un "Nepo Baby", juzgando si su condición de estrella de los medios rioplatenses es por mérito propio. Pero no terminó ahí, ya que Ronnie le dio vuelta la tortilla a Bb y le hizo dar cuenta que él es más rápido mentalmente y que todos los gustos del querido locutor son cosas de "pu70". No te pierdas de este gran momento, y más, en un nuevo capítulo de BB y Ronnie Entrá a https://www.somosbbyronnie.com/, elegí el nivel de suscripción y quedate atento que pronto se vienen cositas.

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 49. Christmas is a holiday that can be celebrated in a religious or secular way. So how is it celebrated in Asia and the Pacific Islands? In this episode, we discuss some of the unique traditions and foods you might find in countries across Asia, Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia. Some of them are pretty interesting and fun. We spend a little more time talking about the Philippines because they LOVE Christmas! In our recurring segment, we introduce a new one called The AAHistory101 Holiday Gift Guide. Looking for that gift for a special someone that is also supporting the API community? In addition to streaming services that have API content like Max, AppleTV+, Netflix, and Disney+, we talk about some specific gifts including: Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant, the new memoir by Curtis Chin The Chinese Menu, the new book of origin stories, myths, and memories by Grace Lin (we also love the audio book version narrated by Lisa Ling) King of the Armadillos, the new historical fiction novel by Wendy Chin-Tanner Vietnamese Vegetarian, the new cookbook by Uyen Luu Super Boba Café, the new graphic novel by Nidhi Chanani The Mask of Haliya by Kwento Comics Bewitched, the new album from Laufey Kung Fu, the complete box set of the CW show Warrior, Season 3 (or Season 1 or 2) Hurry Up and Wait, the not new but great album from Bite Me Bambi that features Tahlena Chikani on lead vocals. Bokksu, Japanese snack and candy subscriptions Sanzo, Asian-inspired sparkling water Nguyen Coffee Supply, Specialty Vietnamese Coffee For previous episodes and information, please visit our site at https://asianamericanhistory101.libsyn.com or social media links at http://castpie.com/AAHistory101. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, email us at info@aahistory101.com. Segments 00:25 Do you celebrate Christmas? 02:43 Christmas Traditions in Asia and the Pacific Islands 30:28 The AAHistory101 Holiday Gift Guide

Michelle sits down with Dan Sanzo in a context-driven conversation to discuss working together and the consequences that come with high performance. Michelle sought out Dan's help with her ultra running ‘performance induced discomfort consequences' (that is copyrighted my friends) and you can hear all about their teamwork and training strategies! Dan Sanzo lays out his biomechanical lens as he dives into his assessment and interventions during each session with Michelle. They discuss the management of movement restrictions and reducing performance barriers to allow Michelle to run marathons, 50 milers, and upcoming 100 mile races. Listen, download, subscribe, and tell your friends... Contact Michelle: https://www.michelleboland-training.com/ Contact Tim: https://www.timrichardt.com/

La nariz sequita, dos señores hablando de maquillaje, un poco de polvo, Pettinato y Baby Jane, Estefi Berardi otra vez, Marcela Morelo, la televisión y la radio, Bb fue el que se quedó, Videomatch y CQC, las modelos bolivianas, Alerta Marisú Papaleo, "si querés usarme, usame", Josema, charla de motos, un registro nuevo, la frustración de Sanzo, el brunch del viernes.

 Sanzo has experienced skyrocketing growth over the past 4 years building the first Asian-Inspired sparkling water brand. I sit down with founder Sandro Roco to discuss what led to starting the brand and how he's navigated their fast growth. Startup to Scale is a podcast by Foodbevy, an online community to connect emerging food, beverage, and CPG founders to great resources and partners to grow their business. Visit us at Foodbevy.com to learn about becoming a member or an industry partner today.

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Topics CoveredHome sweet home: How home health services are revolutionizing healthcare by delivery quality care in the comfort of patients' homesThe key benefits of home health servicesThe role of technology and other digital health tools in enabling home health servicesBest Buy Health's remote patient monitoring devices and other home health productsAtrium Health's Hospital at Home program and the range of care options it provides for patientsThe economics of home health services to reduce healthcare costs across the boardHow Atrium Health is managing the legal implications of home health servicesThe patient and caregiver experience in home health servicesHow Best Buy Health and Atrium Health are working to bring the future of healthcare to other providers and patientsConnect with Dr. Rasu ShresthaDr. Rasu on LinkedInConnect with Deborah Di SanzoDeborah Di Sanzo on LinkedInConnect with Dr. Gautam Gulati & Dr. Jessica ShepherdDr. Gulati on TwitterDr. Gulati on LinkedInDr. Shepherd on LinkedInDr. Shepherd on TwitterResourcesAtrium HealthBest Buy HealthViVE

Founder and CEO of Sanzo, the 1st Asian-inspired sparkling water, made with real fruit + no added sugar.Prior to founding Sanzo, Sandro spent 5 years as head of growth and then chief-of-staff at Bombfell, a twice venture-backed personal styling service for men. He previously worked in investment banking at J.P. Morgan and as a nuclear power engineer for Exelon.Sandro is also a board member and founding member of Naturally New York, which brings people, products and passion together to strengthen and build the New York natural products community.Co-Hosts Alex Bayer (Genius Juice) and Wade Yenny with a combined experience in the CPG space of 35 years, chat about all things food and beverage in the market and share what's going on in their lives and any current events. They also do shout-outs and answer questions live from viewers & listeners during their show!

In this episode, host Laura Sanzo shares a powerful tool for being tuned into abundance and being in the vibration of receiving. Listen to host Laura show you how to set intentions to be a super attractor every day by using your awareness to be a vibrational match to abundance in our lives so that we can attract more. As Laura explains, “The more you lean into the practice, the more you are going to receive in all of its forms. And it isn't because you're receiving any more than you were before. The magic is because you are setting that intention, you are becoming aware."Listen To The Episode To Hear:Laura shared with us her tool for tracking the abundanceLearn how leaning into the power of receiving can affect our lives and future abundanceHow we can live with more intention and awareness to shift our point of attractionWhat are the implications and the potential impact this practice does to transform our lives & MORE!To Learn More About Working With Laura Visit:www.laurasanzo.comBook A Courtesy Energy Exchange Call With Laura Here:https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=20350708To Learn More About Laura Visit:www.instagram.com/iamlaurasanzowww.youtube.com/channel/UCpVQr-KB1glmAIDhUT5QSmwwww.facebook.com/iamlaurasanzo& Remember To:Listen✔️Subscribe✔️Share✔️Leave A Rating✔️Leave A Comment✔️Become A Sponsor✔️Support the show

Laura is a Certified Life & Success Coach, Neuro-Linguistic Programmer, Hypnotist, TIMES Technique Practitioner (Time Integration For Maximum Empowerment), EFT Practitioner (Emotional Freedom Technique), and Reiki Master. Laura is also the founder of The Born To Rise Society, where regardless of what your past seasons have looked like and what chapter you are on, anything is possible for you as you write your RISE story.In this episode, we discussed how Laura went from living a ‘'status quo'' life to becoming unstoppable through personal growth & manifestation. We also talked about how repetition is important for our programming & for showing up (Don't give yourself an expiry date, before you even try!), the importance of using our voices, and SO much more! Follow Laura at @iamlaurasanzoSupport the show****Spread the love and share this episode with a friend!Follow us at @powerfulfemaleleaderspodcast on Instagram!Leave us a rating and review on Apple podcast!

Deborah Di Sanzo, President, Best Buy Health (Exclusive) Jared welcomes Deborah Di Sanzo, President of Best Buy Health. In this exclusive interview, Deborah details the three components of Best Buy's vision for enabling care at home, the extra training that Geek Squad members undergo to set up health tech in your home, and the value proposition to provider organization partners and consumers.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about CVS' Healthy Aging report. Life after age 65 represents a new chapter for many. Will it also represent a new chapter for consumer-centered care, and what is retail's role in caring for aging Americans?  Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Sandro Roco is the founder of Sanzo, which has been our go-to flavored sparkling water of choice. We wanted to invite Sandro into the studio not only because we are big fans of his cans of lychee- and calamansi-spiked bubbles. We like the way he runs his business, as well as the story of how he bootstrapped this company in one of the most crowded categories in all of grocery: beverages. We also talk about how he was able to get Jeremy Lin to appear on the Sanzo can. It was so cool getting to know Sandro a bit better. I hope you enjoy this episode. MORE FROM SANDRO ROCCO:How to Raise $1.3M in Venture Capital with Sandro Roco [YouTube]From Nuclear Engineer to Cult-Favorite Seltzer Founder [Eater]FOLLOW, FOLLOW, FOLLOW:instagram.com/drinksanzoinstagram.com/mattrodbardinstagram.com/taste

Jared welcomes Deborah Di Sanzo, President of Best Buy Health. In this exclusive interview, Deborah details the three components of Best Buy's vision for enabling care at home, the extra training that Geek Squad members undergo to set up health tech in your home, and the value proposition to provider organization partners and consumers.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about CVS' Healthy Aging report. Life after age 65 represents a new chapter for many. Will it also represent a new chapter for consumer-centered care, and what is retail's role in caring for aging Americans?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the channel for change makers. Subscribe to Shift Forward Health on your favorite podcast app, and you'll be subscribed to our entire library of shows. See our full lineup at ShiftForwardHealth.com. One subscription, all the podcasts you need, all for free. (#268)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Step into the awe-inspiring world of Gregory Sanzo, a celebrated artist whose rebellious optimism defies boundaries and ignites the fire of self-expression, as he turns to art as an escape from the darkness that clouds his reality.A rebellious optimist whose vibrant journey has traversed the globe and immersed him within the realms of art, expression, and the intoxicating world of martial arts. Sanzo challenges the status quo and embraces the limitless power of artistic rebellion.

The conversation with Greg continues...

In this episode, host Laura Sanzo and guest Jenni Turner have an open conversation around knowing and charging your worth and feeling good about it.Jenni is a Life Coach, Breathwork Guide and Spiritual Teacher, on a mission to elevate the lives of every woman, by teaching them how to step into their soul's purpose, write a new story and embody a new identity for their future.  Throughout her years of coaching and teaching women to rewrite the rule book and create a life on their terms, Jenni has built a unique methodology that embraces the full transformational process; the clearing of the old and building the new. One that is weaves the mind, the heart and the body as one for lasting transformation. She believes every person has untapped power within; words, ideas, thoughts and desires just waiting to be expressed. And her work helps you to eliminate the bullsh*t, believe in yourself and fearlessly claim the Truth of what you want in life. Her training and education over the years across energy coaching, NLP, hypnosis, EFT, breathwork and 700 hours of yoga training means she can support her clients to take their next true step based on what feels good in their body, and what leads them to what they truly desire.They discuss how free content is devaluing the work of those in the service sector, making it difficult for them to make a living from their services. They talk about how free content is creating an environment where individuals are not taking ownership over their growth and transformation, which can be detrimental to their health and well-being. Finally, they discuss how it is important to balance free content with paid services and how this could be beneficial to both the service provider and the consumer.The conversation touched on the importance of providing content and services out of a place of service leadership, while also recognizing the importance of exchanging financial currency in order to provide value and create an opportunity for growth. It also discusses the importance of holding one's business at its highest regard and recognizing that is one's livelihood.Hear Laura and Jenni talk about the importance of providing high-quality service in a service-based business and being able to achieve this when we show the importance of not giving away our services. They emphasize the need to develop a positive money mindset and to trust ourselves when engaging in sales conversations. They also discuss the importance of providing choices to customers in the sales process.Listen To The Episode To Hear:The value of investing in yourself and setting boundaries in servantshipConversations on setting prices and showing up for yourself as a service providerTaking ownership and attracting ideal clientsHow to attract vibrational match soul clients How to elevate your hobby into a business & MORE!To Learn More About Jenni visit:https://www.instagram.com/iamjennianne/& Remember To:Listen✔️Subscribe✔️Share✔️Leave A Rating✔️Leave A Comment✔️Become A Sponsor✔️Support the show

Description:On today's show, Lee is joined by Sandro Roco, the Founder and CEO of the first Asian-inspired sparkling water brand, Sanzo. Sandro's career journey has been as flavorful as his products. Before founding Sanzo, he worked as a nuclear power plant engineer, on the trading floor at JPMorgan, and created his own fashion app! Tune in today to hear how Sandro's pride in his Asian American heritage combined with his desire for financial freedom, led him to found Sanzo, the lessons that he has learned through the process of building the company from the ground up, and the myths about entrepreneurship that he is trying to bust! Exclusive Deals from Our Sponsors:AWESOME CX by Transcom provides high touch, personalized customer experience services to consumer brands of any size! Email Lee at lee@stairwaytoceo.com to learn more about their award-winning services and Awesome Coffee Chats.In This Episode You'll Hear About:[03:54] How Sandro's upbringing in diverse central New Jersey as a child of immigrant parents helped foster his entrepreneurial spirit (and what his first entrepreneurial venture was).[12:48] What he loved about his first job as a delivery boy for his then girlfriend's family's deli. [15:51] The valuable lessons that he learned during his years at Villanova University, particularly as editor-in-chief of the college newspaper.[19:49] Sandro explains the motivation behind his decision to get a corporate engineering job when he graduated from college and when he realized that wasn't the path for him. [23:26] The app that he developed while working on the trading floor at JPMorgan and how it altered the trajectory of his career. [30:00] Myths that have left many people feeling intimidated about founding businesses.[34:15] The culmination of factors that inspired Sandro to found Sanzo (and what the business was like in the early days).[40:35] The worst and best Sanzo flavors that have been created to date. [42:36] Why Sandro believes a beverage company requires a different funding strategy to many other types of businesses, and his advice for fundraising successfully. [51:33] Some important things that you should know if you are thinking about taking the leap into the entrepreneurial world. To Find Out More:SanzoSanzo on InstagramSanzo on FacebookSanzo on LinkedInSandro Roco on LinkedInSandro Roco on InstagramLee Greene on LinkedInStairway to CEOStairway to CEO on InstagramQuotes:“Before I even really appreciated what a job was, I just enjoyed the idea of ”Hey, I sell something and I then get additional money and it gives me a sense of freedom.” — [0:12:06]“I really appreciated the humanity in a small mom-and-pop business.” —[0:14:08]“What really set the foundation for me was I had the opportunity to be the editor-in-chief of our college newspaper…[and] we had the ability to run it like a business.” —[0:16:33]“I knew pretty early on that being a traditional engineer was really not it for me. I wanted something a little bit more exciting.” —[0:21:01]“We've done a disservice over the last however long in empowering people to take control of their careers and their lives.” —[0:30:47]“It's important when you're doing R&D to measure your taste and aroma because a lot of times those can differ.” — [0:41:47]“The world of beverage in particular tends to be quite capital intensive.” —[0:42:21]“If you can operate a business profitability and never have to take a dime in investor capital, I would be the first one to say, ‘Go and do that.' There's a lot less stress to it in many ways and you are really much more in control of your own destiny.” —[0:43:25]“I don't think you can self-finance a beverage company unless you have generational wealth. Maybe you can get off the ground in five, six figures, but to really get it moving, in my experience, it takes seven figures worth of capital.” —[0:43:46]“The biggest thing that I've learned about fundraising [is that] it all comes down to storytelling.” — [0:44:12]“Entrepreneurship isn't for everyone. It is a taxing journey. It is a taxing life. There are a lot of sacrifices that you end up having to make, especially in the earliest days. And I think it is important to demystify that part.” —[0:51:45]“You really have to have a bias towards action. Do something each day, something to push the ball forward. It's not just reading something on the internet or reading a blog about how to start a business. It's going out there and actually starting a business. It's going out there and talking to prospective customers. It's going out there and trying to build something and if and when it fails, finding an entrepreneur who is willing to give you some feedback.” — [0:52:48]

Does pickleball need its own beverage brand? Why is Jennifer Lopez, who doesn't drink alcohol, getting into the booze business? Who is Blob Guy? The hosts discuss… Also in this episode: interviews with Elavi co-founders Michelle Razavi and Nikki Elliott, who explained how they launched a package revamp for less than $200, along with Goat Rodeo Capital co-founder Carlton Fowler, who shared his perspective as an active investor in emerging and growth-stage companies.  Show notes: 0:37: JLo, What Are You Doing? A Dinky Concept. Lady Boba And Blob Guy. – Jacqui chatted about her preparation and plans for the upcoming Coachella festival before sharing new speaker announcements for BevNET Live Summer 2023. The hosts collectively wondered about the scaling potential of a brand that has a hyper-specific target consumer and why authenticity is a glaring issue with Jennifer Lopez' new RTD cocktail brand. Later, BevNET's director of community Melissa Traverse joined the episode and spoke about recent and upcoming episodes of Community Call, and the hosts riffed on several notable brands including a canned boba tea and a functional granola. 30:41: Interview: Michelle Razavi & Nikki Elliott, Co-Founders, Elavi – Michelle Razavi and Nikki Elliott are the co-founders of Elavi, which markets low-sugar and gut-friendly protein bars and cashew butters. Taste Radio editor Ray Latif sat down with Razavi and Elliott at Expo West 2023 where they shared a remarkable story about a recent package revamp that was executed in two weeks and at minimal cost.  44:49: Interview: Carlton Fowler, Managing Partner, Goat Rodeo Capital – Fowler spoke with Latif as part of a new series in which he will regularly discuss investment-related topics that are relevant and top-of-mind for food and beverage founders. In this first conversation, Fowler discussed his background as an operator and the impact of that experience in his investment strategy, how investors evaluate branding at each stage of a company's development and the emergence of creator-led brands. Brands in this episode: Yesly, Spindrift, Super Coffee, Dink, LifeAid, BodyArmor, Delola, Biena, Siete, Lady Boba, Sanzo, Golden Grahams, Lacroix, Diet Coke, Forij, Kiddiewinks, Tally Kids, Elavi, RxBar, Poppi, Liquid Death, Lemon Perfect, Prime, Feastables, Nectar

Taste Radio's hosts pondered the potential of innovative, yet imaginary, concepts; examined why discontinued brands and products – including a line of high-profile energy shots – failed to make it; and riffed upon a bevy of new snacks and drinks.  This episode also features an interview with Alexandra Dempster and Isabelle Steichen, the co-founders of Lupii, an innovative platform brand that markets lupini bean-based foods.  Launched in 2020, Lupii debuted with a line of plant-based protein bars highlighted by its hero ingredient, which the brand promotes as “a high-fiber legume that has 2x more protein than chickpeas and 3x more protein than eggs.” In August 2022, Lupii expanded with a three-SKU line of high-protein and high fiber pastas that contain significantly less carbs than those made with traditional ingredients. The brand is represented in hundreds of chain and independent retailers, primarily in the Northeast, Midwest and Pacific Northwest, including Whole Foods, Safeway and Jewel-Osco. Dempster and Steichen spoke about Lupii's origins and their alignment as co-founders, how they shifted from “survival mode” amid the early months of the pandemic to a focus on thoughtful growth at retail, how they were able to attract interest and funding from angel investors and their vision and plan to develop a platform brand. Show notes: 0:37: How To Meet Top Whole Foods Executives, Scotch Spray, The Fiddy/Craven Connection – Less than a week from BevNET's Meetup at the company's Newton, MA HQ, the hosts highlighted recently announced speakers for BevNET Live Summer 2023 and wondered if some products conceptualized as April Fool's jokes should be commercialized. Ray stirred the pot with his bag of discontinued brands, including those of a cap-activated chia beverage, a blue recovery drink and 50 Cent's energy shot, along with a brain-boosting product with a rather controversial name, before chatting about a highly anticipated collaboration between two massive companies, super-premium chorizo and better-for-you refreshment drinks. 31:51: Interview: Alexandra Dempster & Isabelle Steichen, Co-Founders, Lupii – Taste Radio editor Ray Latif met with Lupii's co-founders at Expo West 2023, where Steichen spoke about how a diverse population in her native country of Luxembourg exposed her to Lupini beans and their nutritional value as compared to other sources of plant and animal-based protein, why she sought to find a co-founder to launch to the brand and how she and Alexandra formed a bond and common vision for the company. They also discussed how they applied consumer insights from early DTC sales to a brick and mortar retail strategy, identifying Lupii's core consumer, how they articulate the brand's “trifecta of benefits,” iterating amid growth, achieving a “sweet spot” within the pasta category and their perspective on venture funding for women-owned and -led brands. Brands in this episode: Laphroaig, Fly By Jing, Paqui, Sanzo, Ithaca Hummus, Hendrick's Gin, Moju, Neuro, 5-hour Energy, Coca-Cola, Jack Daniel's, Simply, Fanta, Lentiful, Funky Mello, Skippy, Justin's, Teddy's, Tip Top Cocktails, Togronis, Crafthouse Cocktails, Three Sisters Meats, Paro, Update, Phocus, Petal, Bossa Nova, Spindrift, Lemonback, Lupii, Oatly, Banza

Sanzo founder Sandro Roco shares his inspiration for a sparkling water company, the mistakes he sometimes sees early founders make, and what he's learned about the food and beverage industry.For more on Sanzo and show notes: https://www.shopify.com/blog/sanzo-food-and-beverage-insights

Padma Lakshmi, the host of Emmy-winning TV reality competition “Top Chef” and creator of the critically acclaimed Hulu series “Taste the Nation,” is one of the most recognizable and respected figures in food media. Although she wields considerable influence, Lakshmi rarely endorses products and seldom partners with consumer brands. An exception is her investment in Dah!, which markets a line of traditional Indian yogurt smoothies known as lassi. Lakshmi joined the company as a board advisor and brand partner in 2021 and has played a key role in Dah!'s marketing and education strategy. She is often featured in the brand's social media accounts, highlighting lassi's versatility, flavor and nutritional benefits.  Her role as an ambassador and face of Dah! was on full display at Expo West 2023, where we spoke with Lakshmi about her approach to building interest and awareness for lassi, how the beverage aligns with her advocacy for ethnic cuisine and her criteria for investing in consumer brands. This episode also features an interview with Sandro Roco, the founder and CEO of fast-growing Asian-inspired sparkling water brand Sanzo, one that continues upon a new series for Taste Radio in which entrepreneurs share lessons learned along their respective journeys.  Show notes: 0:55: Interview: Padma Lakshmi, Investor, Dah! – Lakshmi spoke with Taste Radio editor Ray Latif about her first Expo West experience before discussing her involvement with Dah!, why she doesn't make a distinction between delicious and better-for-you and how and when she typically consumes lassi. She also explained why she doesn't feel like she “promotes” the brand, how she supports retail efforts, what she describes as “most exciting aspect of the food business” and why she is generally skeptical about celebrity endorsements of consumer products. 15:54: Interview: Sandro Roco, Founder & CEO, Sanzo – One year after our first interview with Roco, we followed up with Sanzo's founder for a discussion about what he's learned regarding leadership, forecasting demand, raising growth capital, testing new products and working with mass retailers like Target. Brands in this episode: Dah!, Sanzo

What happens when you can't find what you like to drink at your local supermarket? Duh, just start your own beverage company. Sandro Roco comes onto the podcast to discuss the originals of Sanzo and why he and Homer Simpson have a lot in common. Most importantly, how do you correctly pronounce lychee? Ben shops on StockX. Sandro confuses his parents. Lingjie gets lost in the international aisle. Come listen to The Worst Asian Podcast. www.drinksanzo.com www.instagram.com/drinksanzo/ ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE @WorstAsianPod ► WEBSITE: www.worstasianpod.com ► INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/worstasianpod ► FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/worstasianpod ► TWITTER: www.twitter.com/worstasianpod ► TIKTOK: www.tiktok.com/@worstasianpod ► YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3Agv8Aj ► EMAIL: WorstAsianPodcast@Gmail.com ------------------------------------------- SUPPORT US ► SUBSCRIPTION: On the Apple Podcast App or Spotify App This subscription gives you exclusive access to monthly bonus full episodes & shows general support for the podcast. These bonus eps will be more personal & include misc fun ideas that we've had but wouldn't work as regular eps. - Subscribe on Apple Podcast app: Click the "subscribe" box on the main page of this podcast - Subscribe on Spotify app: Click the "want to hear more from this" box on the main page of this podcast. But the app is buggy so if that box doesn't show up than go to www.anchor.fm/worstasian/subscribe ► DONATION: www.buymeacoffee.com/worstasian We're doing it listeners, we're begging for money. Ben and Lingjie will continue to pump out that free content weekly but in case you feel inclined, we are accepting donations to help cover the costs of running the podcast. You get absolutely nothing extra out of this donation. No zoom chats, no bonus material, nada, zilch, zero. Just our gratitude. Please leave your social handle so we can thank you personally. Love you and thanks for listening! 감사합니다 & 谢谢你. PS: If you're a baller and donate $100 or more, we'll bring you on a future episode to join us for a segment of Ranting and Raving. Not joking, this is a real offer. Get your rant game ready :). ------------------------------------------- OUR PODCAST RECORDING GEAR: ► Rode Podmic Microphone: https://amzn.to/3z85hNe ► Zoom Podtrak P4 Recorder: https://amzn.to/3N3KS1W ------------------------------------------- #sanzo #sandroroco #asianbusinesses #aapismallbusinesses #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #asianpodcasters #asianamerican #asian #asians #podcast #asiancomedy #asianmillennials #proudtobeasian #asianpride #asiancommunity #representationmatters #asianrepresentation #asianculture #asianlife #aapi #funny #comedy #flushing #asianmemes #yappie #asianmen #asianboy #asianguy #asiannews #asianstyle #millennials #stopasianhate #Asianqualifiers #veryasian #asianpopculture #asianexcellence #japan #japanese #korea #korean #kpop #china #chinese #chinatown #koreatown #ktown #ctown

In this episode, host Laura Sanzo is showing you how to tap into the greatest gifts that we all have access to and that is our intention and awareness.For most of us, we are living almost unconsciously, in effect, believing that life is happening to us. It is when we begin to live with more intention and awareness that we are able to live with more consciousness. Awareness allows us to be aware of our thoughts and if they are serving us, it also makes us aware of the feelings we are feeling and lastly, makes us aware of the language we are using. It is when we have more awareness, we can hybrid it with more intention, the intention to think thoughts that serve us, lean into high vibrational emotions, and speak to others and to ourselves words that are affirming what we want. When we are not conscious and process things as we should, this may lead to a momentum of a downward spiral. When we lean into our thoughts, lean into what we are saying and feeling we are able to recognize what triggers us, giving us the ability to recognize what no longer serves us and any patterns. Thus, helps us be in the moment, process and reflect, reframe, and move forward with intention, which essentially will impact our point of attraction and what we are attracting into our lives.Listen To The Episode To Hear:How Intention And Awareness Affect Our Point Of Attraction How To Have More Intention And Awareness Throughout Your Days How To Protect And Conserve Your Energy How To Live In The Moment & MORE!To Learn More About Working With Laura Visit:https://linktr.ee/iamlaurasanzoTo Learn More About Laura Visit:www.instagram.com/iamlaurasanzowww.youtube.com/channel/UCpVQr-KB1glmAIDhUT5QSmwwww.facebook.com/iamlaurasanzo& Remember To:Listen✔️Subscribe✔️Share✔️Leave A Rating✔️Leave A Comment✔️Become A Sponsor✔️

On the ground in Anaheim, California, Taste Radio's hosts reflected upon the first two days of an exhilarating Natural Products Expo West 2023 and highlighted standout new brands and products exhibited at the show, along with those featured at the Snaxshot X BevNET and MENA CPG meetups held during the week. Brands in this episode: Senor Mango, Absurd Snacks, Brutal, Casalu, Canneta, Bantu Chocolate, Peepal People, Puuro, Scout Canning, Tempo, Louie Louie, Babos Kitchen, Pocket's Chocolate, Wild Tonic, Rowdy Mermaid, Seacharrones, Chomps, Fishwife, Aura Bora, Mason Dixie Foods, Ziba Foods, Sanzo, Urban Remedy, Little Sesame, Fly By Jing, Rudi's, Chamberlain Coffee, Just Egg, Heyday Canning, Better Sour, Jabin Beverage Co., Afia, Magicdates, Zesty Z, Mazzah Chutney, Aissa Sweets, Mason Dixie Foods, RIND Snacks, The Bad Tea Co., Suckerpunch Gourmet, Greenhouse Juice, Mooski, BioLift, Acid League, Blake's Seed Based

I don't have anything to say about this episode. Water of the week is Yuzu with Ginger from Sanzo, Yuzu Mandarin from Good&Gather, and Pineapple from Lei Back.

Taste Radio's hosts reflected on the BevNET's Winter 2022 events through the first day of BevNET Live, and highlighted the winners of various competitions held throughout the week, community as a key theme in panels and presentations and the fuel that kept Ray, John, Jacqui and Mike going amid a whirlwind schedule.  Show notes: 0:39: Spiked Coconuts, Bleary Eyes, Chez Jay, Ray's Llama – The episode kicks off with Mike as Ray's literal echo, before the hosts congratulated two brands with sun-inspired names and Jacqui noted two well-received speakers. They also shared a few extensive thoughts on BevNET's Cocktail Showdown 3 competition, an unpleasant “upper crust” and two of Best of 2022 award winners that had their fair share of doubters.  Brands in this episode: Sunboy, Sunnie, Resist Nutrition, Velvet Llama, Sans, Robin Road Cocktails, Howie's Spiked, Spirited Hive, Cometeer, Remedy Organics, Biolyte, EriTea, Bonbuz, Liquid Death, Sanzo 

As an expert brand management and marketing leader, Kimberly Lam joins me to talk about her extensive experience developing both lifestyle and consumer packaged goods brands on a global scale. She has spent her career leading iconic brands, including Coca-Cola, Marriott, Delta and American Express. At all different intervals of her career, she has experienced changing business landscapes and accelerated growth for brands such as Chobani, which set out to create a new CPG category. Kim is currently the Marketing Director at Sanzo, where she is elevating the company's mission of bridging cultures through authentic Asian flavors. On today's Gooder podcast, Kim shares her career journey, including the lessons she learned and the impactful moments that shaped her life's work.Today's episode is hosted by Diana Fryc of Retail Voodoo, connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianafryc/KEY TAKEAWAYS:Overview of the Sanzo brand story and what makes them unique in the beverage space.Impactful moments and decisions that shaped a different career path.Courage to follow your intuition and do things differently.Advice on non-linear careers and creating meaningful moments throughout the journey.ABOUT THE GUEST:Kimberly LamMarketing Director, SanzoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-lam-33229510Links: https://drinksanzo.comCHAPTERS: 00:00 | Introduction01:15 | Lychee or Lei-chee?04:08 | Celebrating Sugar-Free Asian Flavors06:39 | Bridging Culture07:36 | Product Attributes & Value Propositions10:07 | Non-Linear Career Moves14:40 | Impactful Partnerships In Business19:46 | Intentional Career Choices21:49 | Instrumental Mentorship22:39 | The Importance of Mission-Driven Work25:38 | Non-Conventional Career Choices31:10 | Expanding & Growing A Brand32:15 | Retail & Digital Trends33:55 | Admirable Women In CPG34:58 | Learn More About Kim Lam & SanzoThis episode is brought to you by Retail Voodoo. A brand consultancy focused on building, growing and revitalizing brands in the food, beverage, health and wellness industries. If you are ready to find a partner that will help your business create a high-impact strategy that gives your brand an advantage, please visit http://retail-voodoo.com/contact to set up a discovery call today.Produced by Heartcast Media.https://www.heartcastmedia.com/

Today on Subscribing to Wellness we are joined by Sanzo founder and CEO, Sandro Roco. The idea for Sanzo originated when Sandro, a queens-born Filipino American, was walking through an Asian Super-market in Manhattan's Koreatown and he noticed there was a gap between American brands and the legacy Asian brands. Sanzo is a Asian-inspired sparkling water made with real fruit and zero added sugar. We talk to Sandro about the crowded beverage market, educating his consumer and so much more! Episode Fun Facts: 1) Sanzo raised a $10M Series A in early 2022 led by CircleUp Growth Partners. 2) Sanzo recently executed an amazing LTO partnership with Jeremy Lin. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/subtowellness/support

Going to a predominantly white college, Sandro quickly learned that other peoples worlds weren't as colorful as where he grew up. The lack of representation combined with his Filipino upbringing made Sandro competitive and he initially jumped into traditional career fields. None, however, felt quite right until he fell into the world of entrepreneurship...more specifically Sandro started noticing the seltzer water boom. At the same time, the Asian food scene was bumping and he knew he wanted to find a way to combine the two to complement each other. While balancing his day job, Sandro launched Sanzo Sparkling Water...he ultimately went all in and grew the business 600% during the pandemic. Today, Sandro has raised over $10 million in funding and has since partnered with Whole Foods and brands like Marvel on Asian-inspired sparkling water combos featuring ingredients like lychee and yuzu. Co-Founder of Claima and Former Nike Marketer, Bimma Williams interviews leading and emerging creatives and entrepreneurs of color about how they were able to build their own tables by turning their hobbies, side hustles, and ideas into thriving small businesses. From these stories, listeners will learn how to claim their dream careers by stepping into the world of entrepreneurship. Featuring Melody Ehsani, Jeff Staple, James Whitner and more. Follow Claima Stories and Bimma Williams on Instagram: @claimastories @bimmawilliamsAnd watch us on Youtube powered by Vista

This episode is brought to you by Yotpo.   Sandro says, “A lot of what I'd seen in the grocery aisles were Asian-inspired beverages I loved from childhood, but they filled these beverages with a lot of sugar preservatives. And the labels hadn't been updated in 20 or 30 years. These were beverages I couldn't drink anymore, because I'd learned more about health and wellness and the impact of a high-sugar diet on your health, but they were still flavors that I wanted to like experience in my life.”   Today we talked with Sandro Roco, Founder and CEO of Sanzo. Sanzo is the first Asian-inspired sparkling water brand with real fruit flavors and no added sugar. Their vision is to create a bridge between traditional Asian flavors and modern taste. We discussed so many topics, from the product to building a consumer packaged goods brand, and the lessons he learned from his previous startup, including:   * Reflections on their 3rd year anniversary * Grateful for a job at an early startup and the experience and trust he received * Learning from other entrepreneurs with more experience * How he invests in and develops employees in a growing startup * Why culture building is part of employee development * A 360 overview of the brand * Why Sanzo is a manifestation of his own self-actualization journey * The uniqueness of the Sanzo beverage * Why Sanzo is really about representation * Why there hasn't be a brand like Sanzo before * The value of attractive packaging for the consumer and retailer * The secret of Sanzo's early success with retailers * What's something about Sanzo that consumers don't know * Why legacy is so important for Sandro * The simple elegance of their ingredients: real fruit and sparkling water * A walk through the Sanzo flavors * Inspiration for aspiring food and beverage entrepreneurs   Join Ramon Vela and Sandro Roco as we break down the inside story of Sanzo, on The Story of a Brand.   For more on Sanzo, visit: https://drinksanzo.com/    Subscribe and Listen to the podcast on all major apps. Simply search for “The Story of a Brand,” or click here to listen to your favorite podcast player: Listen now.   *   This episode is brought to you by Yotpo.   Rising acquisition costs and the return to in-store shopping have eCommerce marketers double-clicking on their retention strategy.   Now more than ever, brands need to focus on lifetime value. Yotpo is proud to announce Yotpo Subscriptions on Shopify, making retention easy and affordable for growing brands.   Take 8 minutes or fewer to add a recurring revenue channel to your business.   Download Yotpo Subscriptions from the Shopify App Store today https://apps.shopify.com/yotpo-subscription 

Brandon Yahn is the Partner and Co-founder of Convivialite Ventures, a VC firm backed by Pernod Ricard. Pernod Ricard is the #1 premium spirits organization and the second largest wine and spirits company in the world. The Group represents 240 premium brands available in more than 160 countries. Brands under their portfolio include Absolut Vodka, Jameson, Malibu, Ricard, and Chivas Regal, among others. Convivialite Ventures invests in technology companies that are changing the way people socialize, entertain, and share experiences together. Some of their portfolios include Zola, Wave, AvantStay, Fever, Liquid Death, ChowNow, and Sanzo, among others. You can learn more about: 1. How to start a consumer tech fund 2. How to invest in the best consumer tech companies 3. Career development in venture capital Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure    

Comedians Stefano Sanzo & Chris Faga join Zac Amico for a screening of Cat's Eye (1985). Directed by Lewis Teague and written by Stephen King, the work features three tales of suspense and horror, linked together by a stray cat.Air Date: 08/04/22Support our sponsors!Head to https://www.RockAuto.com for all your auto-part needs, and let them know you heard about them on Zac Amico's Midnight Spookshow!Fans over the age of 21, go to https://www.yokratom.com/ – home of the $60 kilo!The newest 15 episodes are always free, but if you want access to all the archives, watch live, chat live, access to the forums, and get the show five days before it comes out everywhere else - you can subscribe NOW athttp://www.GaSDigitalNetwork.comand use the code ZAC for a 7-Day FREE Trial and save 15% on your subscription to the entire network.Check outhttps://www.PodcastMerch.com/ZAC to get EXCLUSIVE Zac Amico merchandise!FOLLOW THE SHOW!Zac Amico:https://www.instagram.com/zacisnotfunny/https://www.twitter.com/zacisnotfunny/Chris Faga:https://www.instagram.com/chrisfrombklynhttps://www.twitter.com/chrisfrombklynStefano Sanzo:https://www.instagram.com/stefabro93https://www.twitter.com/stefabro93See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This special edition of Taste Radio highlights actionable insights and advice from interviews with six founders, creators and leaders who joined us on the show during the first half of 2022. Our guests include Todd Carmichael, Co-Founder, La Colombe & Loftiwater; Zoe Feldman, GM of Consumer, Momofuku; Adam Bremen, Founder, Keto Krisp; Annie Ryu, Founder/CEO, Jack & Annie's; Sandro Roco, Founder & CEO, Sanzo; and Kat Cole, President & COO, Athletic Greens. Show notes:  0:44: Interview: Todd Carmichael, Co-Founder, La Colombe & Loftiwater – We kick things off with La Colombe co-founder Todd Carmichael who has turned his attention from coffee to sparkling water with his latest venture, Loftiwater. In this clip, pulled from our episode published on January 4, Todd spoke about the origins of the brand name, the value of hard work, how he landed on sparkling water as the basis for his next beverage brand and why he chose to build a production facility rather than work with a co-manufacturer. 10:28: Interview: Zoe Feldman, GM of Consumer, Momofuku – Our next clip is pulled from an episode featured on May 17 and features Zoe Feldman, the GM of Consumer for acclaimed and influential restaurant group Momofuku. Zoe discussed the importance of maintaining perspective, the reason she only hires “Swiss Army knives,”  her emphasis on building contingencies into the company's operational strategy and why she maintains an “open book, open door” policy. 19:06: Interview: Adam Bremen, Founder, Keto Krisp – We continue with a clip from our episode published on February 1, which features an interview with Adam Bremen, the founder of  fast-growing snack bar brand Keto Krisp. Adam explained the importance of “getting outside of our comfort zones” and how it led to his passion for surfing, why he wasn't overly concerned about the challenges of entrepreneurship in the food industry and why he always “puts himself in the [retail] buyer's shoes.  27:07: Interview: Annie Ryu, Founder/CEO, Jack & Annie's – Next up is a clip from an episode published on January 11, which featured an interview with Annie Ryu, the founder and CEO of The Jackfruit Company and sister brand Jack & Annie's. Annie explained the special nature of jackfruit, identifying the right messaging to attract retail buyers and consumers and what she's learned about entrepreneurship and the value of persistence. 33:01: Interview: Sandro Roco, Founder & CEO, Sanzo – The episode continues with Sandro Roco, the founder and CEO of fast-growing Asian-inspired sparkling water brand Sanzo. In this clip, from an episode published on March 22, Sandro explained the impact of well-known culinary personalities on his decision to start a beverage brand, how he identified addressable white space in the sparkling water category and why “hitting quickly” is important for an early-stage drink company. 41:47: Interview: Kat Cole, President & COO, Athletic Greens – Finally, we hear from Kat Cole, the president and COO of rapidly growing wellness brand Athletic Greens. Cole spoke with us in an episode published on February 15, and in this clip she discussed her funding strategy as an angel investor, why she urges entrepreneurs to find a “minimum viable community” and how she efficiently consumes large amounts of information using a variety of ways and sources. Brands in this episode: La Colombe, Loftiwater, Momofuku, Sanzo, Jack & Annie's, Keto Krisp, Athletic Greens, Fly By Jing, Omsom, Nguyen Coffee Supply, Chobani

Paul Voge, the co-founder and CEO of artisanal sparkling water brand Aura Bora, wasn't too worried about his first large scale production run.  Aura Bora, which markets zero-calorie sparkling waters infused with herbs and botanicals, was born out of Voge's belief that an opportunity existed for an artisanal option within the carbonated water category. If, however, the brand failed to get off the ground, Voge, a prolific sparkling water consumer himself, was comfortable with the idea of having a personal stash of 35,000 cans to drink over the next few decades.  Thankfully, Aura Bora has resonated among category consumers, and over the past two years the Colorado-based company has expanded beyond its original focus on the natural channel and ecommerce and into conventional retail stores. Its drinks are now available at 3,000 locations, including nationally at Sprouts, and are also sold at 7-Eleven and Raley's along with Harris Teeter and United Supermarket, chains operated by Kroger and Albertsons, respectively. In an interview featured in this episode, Voge, who co-founded Aura Bora with his wife Maddie,  explained how he attempted to differentiate the brand from other sparkling water brands in name, package design and formulation, why he was inspired by artisanal food brands, the clever way he landed a meeting with a Whole Foods buyer; and how his pricing strategy was ahead of the curve for premium sparkling water. He also discussed his tension-filled, yet ultimately successful, experience on “Shark Tank,” why investors were at ease with an evolution of Aura Bora's retail strategy, why acquiring sales data has been critical to the brand's development and how he's attracted industry veterans for key roles.  Show notes: 0:46: Paul Voge, Co-Founder/CEO, Aura Bora – Voge and Taste Radio editor Ray Latif riffed on the entrepreneur's cap collection and experience at Expo West 2022, hand-canning Aura Bora's first products and the impact of launching the brand a couple months before the onset of the pandemic in the U.S. He also spoke about what attracted retail buyers to the brand, what he and Maddie wanted to convey in the label and package design, the thoughtful approach to naming the brand and how functional beverages factored into Aura Bora's pricing strategy. Later, Voge explained why Aura Bora is attempting to “own” a subset of sparkling water, how he indirectly met Whole Foods buyer, utilizing data and information from online sales to support innovation, R&D and marketing and his wild ride on “Shark Tank.” Voge also discussed why buying SPINS data has been a valuable investment, why the hire of a sales director made him realize that “he was driving without glasses,” and why, despite the many uncertainties of running a beverage company, it's important to have a plan.  Brands in this episode: Aura Bora, Sanzo, LaCroix, Polar Seltzer, Poland Spring, Jeni's, Van Leeuwen, Salt & Straw, Kettle Chips, RxBar, Waterloo, Topo Chico, JoJo's Creamery, Hoplark, Liquid Death, KIND Snacks, Pipcorn, Genius Juice, Harmless Harvest, Voss, Super Coffee, GT's Kombucha

When Sandro Roco launched Asian-inspired sparkling water brand Sanzo in 2019, the naysayers had plenty to say: “This is a niche idea. It's not a scalable brand. The products won't resonate among mainstream consumers.” Three years and multiple retail, marketing and funding wins later, however, those comments are becoming increasingly rare. A brand that aligns growing consumer interest in clean ingredient beverages and that of Asian culture and cuisine, Sanzo's zero-calorie and zero-sugar seltzers are flavored with fruits commonly consumed in Asian countries, including lychee, Yuzu lemon and calamansi. The concept aligns with growing consumer interest in both clean ingredient beverages and Asian culture and cuisine, which has been validated by what the company describes as “a rabid fan base” and a retail footprint of over 2,000 locations, including at Panda Express and nationally at Whole Foods.  Last year, Sanzo landed a major deal with Disney's Marvel Studios to release four limited-edition cans featuring characters from the movie “Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings.” The brand's momentum propelled a $10 million Series A funding round that the company closed in February. In an interview featured in this episode, Roco spoke about the origins of Sanzo, including the inspiration for its name, formulation and focus, and how he's attempting to “own” a space within the sparkling water category similar to that of other ethnic water brands. He also discussed the keys to building and leveraging a cult following and why the comprehensive process required to become a certified minority owned brand was worth the time and effort. Show notes: 0:43: Sandro Roco, Founder & CEO, Sanzo – Roco spoke with Taste Radio editor Ray Latif at Natural Products Expo West 2022, where they chatted about the entrepreneur's fast-paced life before discussing the origins of the Sanzo name and his professional career prior to launching the company. He also explained the impact of chef/entrepreneur David Chang on his decision to start a beverage brand, how he identified addressable white space in the sparkling water category and why he disputes depictions of the brand as having an overly narrow focus. He also discussed how the partnership with Disney came together, why he stresses the importance of “getting it right with one community, one tribe” and how Sanzo has benefited from retailers' interest in supporting BIPOC-owned brands. Brands in this episode: Sanzo, Fly By Jing, Omsom, Nguyen Coffee, Aura Bora, LaCroix, Perrier, Topo Chico, San Pellegrino