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Protein Production Technology PodcastProtein Production Technology PodcastEP03: The Challenges in Getting Alternative Whole Cuts to ConsumersIn this episode, the panelists discuss the future of protein production, specifically focusing on the idea of whole cuts from novel sources. They talk about the challenges and opportunities in the plant-based meat industry and how to scale up production. The panelists also share their thoughts on partnerships with animal agriculture companies and the importance of focusing on mission and creating scalable solutions. The conversation touches on various topics such as the taste and texture of plant-based meat, the role of fat in these products, and the relationship between plant-based meat producers and food chains. Overall, the episode provides...2023-04-0647 minThe Original Vegan Business Talk By Shane Jeremy JamesThe Original Vegan Business Talk By Shane Jeremy JamesEpisode 85: Securing funding on Vevolution's platform with Erik AmundsonWe are excited to introduce Eric Amundson, CEO and co-founder of Vevolution. This vegan investment platform aims to create a vegan economy by connecting vegan food tech, cellular agriculture, and next-gen material companies with impact investors. Eric has been in the industry for over two years and has helped countless startups secure funding on Vevolution's platform. Eric's journey with Vevolution began as an event and media-based company that created TEDx-style conferences and events for vegan startups. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit and killed the events-based industry, Vevolution pivoted into a fintech business. They have been operating as...2023-03-1639 minFinding Fins Fishing PodcastFinding Fins Fishing PodcastIce Fishing Prep On this podcast, Bret Amundson and Dan Amundson talk to Erik Osberg and Joe Henry about ice fishing prep. They both have some things for you to do right now to get ready for the upcoming ice fishing season. Whether we like it or not, winter is coming, so we might as well get ready to embrace it, enjoy it, and have a good hardwater fishing season! Be sure to follow/subscribe to this podcast, turn on notifications and leave a review if you like what you’re hearing. Make Finding Fins your new podcast to listen to...2022-10-2622 minVegan VisibilityVegan Visibility"Vegan Marketing Success Stories" Taking the World by StormVegan Marketing Success Stories is taking the vegan business world by storm. A first of its kind, Vegan Marketing Success Stories highlights the marketing tactics of many of today’s most successful vegan businesses. With 47 contributors and dozens of other vegan companies mentioned as examples, the non-fiction book shares how on- and off-line tactics contribute to a cohesive strategy and topical issues that few marketing books are talking about: the importance of diversity and inclusion, what vegan businesses did to weather the pandemic, and how some have transitioned to becoming vegan. “In 2021, I researched whether ther...2022-08-3129 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastMarc Coloma, Heura Foods: Global Social MovementMarc Coloma dropped out from high school to pursue full time activism. Now he's taken that passion and drive to co-found Heura, a 100% plant-based meat start-up, alongside fellow activist Bernat Añaños. Heura's mission is to create solutions that make the current food system obsolete and accelerate the transition to a world in which animals are out of the protein production equation. Today, Marc talks to Erik about the steep learning curve of entrepreneurship, Heura's Mediterranean culinary heritage, and how he is building consciousness for a future that has to arrive.  The Plant Based Business Podcast is...2022-08-2448 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastVeronica Fil, Grounded Foods Co: Hemp & Cauliflower CheeseGrounded Foods Co uses a novel fermentation process to make dairy alternatives from cauliflower and hemp. Erik chats to founder, Veronica Fils, about how the business grew from a fine dining restaurant, the challenges of scaling, the role accelerator programmes played in their business growing, as well as why their TikTok content creator is a truly valued member of the team! The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by Heura, Moonshot Collaborative and PlantBelly. Moonshot Collaborative is a consumer research firm focused exclusively on actionable, affordable insights on plant-based consumers. Use...2022-07-0647 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastSadrah Schadel, No Evil Foods: Building a Sustainable BusinessSadrah Schadel is co-founder of No Evil Foods, who make plant-based meats from simple ingredients. No Evil Foods are leaders when it comes to sustainability, having pioneered on being a plastic negative company. Erik and Sadrah chat about how she and her co-founder made the decision to start the business after homemade plant based meats were a hit with family and friends, as well as deep diving on how to put food systems at the forefront of tackling the environmental crisis.  The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by Heura, Moonshot Collaborative and P...2022-06-2941 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastMoayad Abushokhedim, Fooditive: Sweeter yet HealthierThis week Erik talks to Moayad Abushokhedim, founder of Fooditive, who are making plant-based sweeteners. Moayad takes us through his journey including one failed start up, 157 investors, as well as fundraising best practices. We speak about expanding your company globally and finding your own way. The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by Heura, Moonshot Collaborative and PlantBelly. Moonshot Collaborative is a consumer research firm focused exclusively on actionable, affordable insights on plant-based consumers. Use code VEVOLUTION to get 20% off your first five survey questions at moonshotcollaborative.com PlantBelly...2022-06-1531 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastOfek Ron, Plantish: Saving Our Oceans With Plant-based FishOfek Ron is the founder of Plantish, an Israeli start-up creating plant-based whole fish fillets in a bid to tackle the over-fishing of our oceans. Ofek is a super passionate and charismatic person, who holds community and mission-driven work close to him. He and Erik discuss the vital importance of building a great team, and how Ofek is collaborating with pioneering scientists to design a special 3D printing machine to create their product. They also cover the importance of price point in the plant-based market, why sharing your company 'secrets' can be better in the long run, and why...2022-06-0849 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastMini episode! Jack Reid, Unicorn Biotechnologies: Beginning the Bio-Manufacturing RevolutionUnicorn Biotechnologies is developing the next generation of bio-manufacturing systems to power the cell based revolution. In this episode, we hear from the founder, Jack Reid, about why the decentralisation of plant-based manufacturing is the future, and why cell-ag meat is an important part of bringing plant based food products to mass market.  The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by Heura, Moonshot Collaborative and PlantBelly. Moonshot Collaborative is a consumer research firm focused exclusively on actionable, affordable insights on plant-based consumers. Use code VEVOLUTION to get 20% off your first five s...2022-06-0824 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastTim Samuels, Karmacist: Harnessing NutrigenomicsTim Samuels has spent most of his career producing documentaries for the BBC and National Geographic, including a podcast critiquing the wellness industry. He is now founder and CEO of Karmacist where, working alongside Harvard and Stanford scientists, he combines the power of nature with cutting edge science to produce botanical supplements. In today's episode, we hear Tim speak with candour about the challenges of founding a start up after years as a journalist, his cynicism about the mainstream supplement industry, and how he harnessed his skills as a story-teller to secure investment. We also delve into the scientific...2022-06-0134 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastMini Episode! Darko Mandich, MeliBio: Bee Free HoneyDarko Mandich moved to San Francisco from Serbia to realise his vision of bee-free honey. In this mini episode, we cover why everything you think you know about the ecological crisis involving the world's greatest pollinators is wrong, as well as lots of practical takeaways on getting investment, and building a business with passion. The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by Heura, Moonshot Collaborative and PlantBelly. Moonshot Collaborative is a consumer research firm focused exclusively on actionable, affordable insights on plant-based consumers. Use code VEVOLUTION to get 20% off your first...2022-05-2527 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastBrad Vanstone, Willicroft: A Modern Take On FarmingBrad Vanstone, grew up on a regenerative English Dairy Farm. He now runs plant-based cheese company, Willicroft, from Amsterdam. In this episode, we talk through how Brad chose to pivot the business to use more sustainable ingredients, the importance of impact, and why he sells other vegan cheese brands in his store in Amsterdam. The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by Heura, Moonshot Collaborative and PlantBelly. Moonshot Collaborative is a consumer research firm focused exclusively on actionable, affordable insights on plant-based consumers. Use code VEVOLUTION to get 20% off your first...2022-05-2546 minAlt Protein Podcast with Simon NewsteadAlt Protein Podcast with Simon NewsteadMaking a Marketplace - VevolutionIn 2016 Vevolution was a leader in plant-based events. Now in 2022, the organisation has pivoted to making their own marketplace, a fintech platform which centralises funding and helps investors and founders find one another. To talk about the change and Vevolution’s mission is Erik Amundson, co-founder and managing director of the startup. Erik shares a bit about his own personal story and how he came to join the Vevolution team, as well as the behind-the-scenes process of bringing such a shift in the organisation to life. We dove deeper into how the platform works, what impact means to Erik, Vevolution’s bu...2022-05-2240 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastMini Episode! Jennifer Côté, Opalia: Milk Without CompromiseJennifer Côté is co-founder of Opalia, a company delivering a new era of dairy by using mammary cells to make whole milk. Jennifer was a big cheese lover and wanted recreate the products she loved before she went vegan. She's now driving innovation in the cell-ag dairy space with the cutting edge tech at Opalia. Tune in to hear about her funding round, and the team she's building for the future of dairy. The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by Heura, Moonshot Collaborative and PlantBelly. Moonshot Collaborative is a con...2022-05-1822 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastDavid Benzaquen, Mission:Plant & Vegan InvestingDavid Benzaquen, founder of Mission:Plant, is a powerhouse in the plant based space and this week's episode reflects the variety and depth of David's experience. David has a background in activism and at the start of this episode we talk about the power of advocacy work and how to have impact,  before moving onto David's collaboration with a Certified Master Chef to create vegan tuna sushi, the subsequent growth of OceanHugger, and the future of the plant based fish market. David is also the founder of Mission:Plant, a holding company advancing the plant based space with consulting a...2022-05-181h 00GreenheroGreenhero#4 – Plant-based entrepreneurship is changing the way we eat w/ Vevolution co-founder Erik AmundsonWelcome back to the Greenhero podcast with your host, Rikard Björkdahl! Joining the show today is Erik Admundson, co-founder and managing director of Vevolution, a global network and investment marketplace with a mission to accelerate the growth of the plant-based and the cell-based economy. After years of managing networks in the nonprofit and for-profit sectors, Erik's passion for entrepreneurship and the future of food led him to Vevolution.Vevolution was founded after the collapse of the in-person event industry due to COVID-19. With the fundamental goal to cultivate and accelerate t...2022-05-1828 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastChristie Lagally, Rebellyous Foods: Unlocking Price ParityThis week's episode features Christie Lagally, founder of Rebellyous Foods. From a background in aerospace engineering and advocacy work, Christie saw the need for big structural change in the manufacturing of plant based meat products. She and her team at Rebellyous are now working hard on cutting edge tech to provide affordable quality at scale. There are lots of amazing take-aways in this episode, including some history of industrial animal agriculture and how to break the cost structure of plant based manufacturing. The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by Heura, Moonshot Collaborative...2022-05-1148 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastMini Episode! Lewis Foster, Grazer: Vegan Dates & FriendsIn this week's mini episode, Erik speaks to Lewis Foster, founder of vegan dating app: Grazer. Lewis was working in the film industry, when he was offered to pitch a project that didn't feel in line with his vegan ethos. This marked a turning point towards a mission-aligned career. Tune in to hear Lewis talk about his experience of finding funding through the Vevolution platform, and what it feels like to be a tech-based vegan brand on a journey to connect vegans across the world.  The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by H...2022-05-1120 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastDan Murray-Serter, Heights: Braincare MattersDamien talks to Dan Murray-Serter, co-founder of smart supplement, Heights. Dan was struggling with insomnia and anxiety, when a dietitian suggested a simple solution in the form of a dietary supplement. The results were life changing, prompting Dan to see the importance of taking care of our brains and create Heights. In this episode, Damien and Dan cover the importance of failure, how to work with advisors, as well as the ins and outs of the supplement market. The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by Heura, Moonshot Collaborative and PlantBelly. M...2022-05-0451 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastElysabeth Alfano, VegTech Invest: Igniting A Secular TrendThis week we are joined by Elysabeth Alfano, CEO & Co-Founder of VegTech Invest. Elysabeth is long-time founder of Plant Powered Consulting and Host of The Plantbased Business Hour. Launched in 2022, VegTech Invest and advisor to the active VegTech Plant-based Innovation & Climate ETF (Ticker EATV). EATV invests in companies that are actively innovating with plants and plant-derived ingredients to create primary products that are animal-free for sustainable consumption. The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by Heura, Moonshot Collaborative and PlantBelly. Moonshot Collaborative is a consumer research firm focused exclusively on actionable, aff...2022-05-0444 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastMini Episode! Jean Louwrens, De Novo Dairy: Fermentation & The Future of NutritionOn this week's mini episode, Vevolution funding success story, we are joined by Jean Louwrens, CEO and Co-Founder of De Novo Dairy. De Novo Dairy is a South African precision fermentation startup creating the future of nutrition . De Novo Dairy produces nature identical, animal free proteins for optimum human nutrition. Jean discusses the importance of authenticity, physical health and balance, and building their unique team of co-founders. The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by Heura, Moonshot Collaborative and PlantBelly Moonshot Collaborative is a consumer research firm focused exclusively on actionable, a...2022-05-0419 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastDeborah Torres, Atlas Monroe: Fried Chicken for the MassesErik is joined by Deborah Torres, founder of Atlas Monroe, whose vegan fried chicken has won multiple awards. Deborah is a great storyteller, with a fascinating origin story to her company and some good insights from her appearance on Shark Tank. Tune in to hear Deborah talk about jumping in at the deep end, and the impressive growth of Atlas Monroe. The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by Heura, Moonshot Collaborative and PlantBelly. Moonshot Collaborative is a consumer research firm focused exclusively on actionable, affordable insights on plant-based consumers. Use...2022-05-0449 minThe Plant Based Business PodcastThe Plant Based Business PodcastStephanie Michelsen, Jellatech: Collagen 2.0In the first episode of Season 4, Erik interviews Stephanie Michelson, founder of Jellatech. Jellatech uses cells to grow, design and purify collagen and gelatin for applications in a range of markets, from medical to consumer based products. Erik talks to Stephanie Michelson about how she spotted the niche in the market, and the incredible science behind their products. The Plant Based Business Podcast is produced by Vevolution, and supported by Heura, Moonshot Collaborative and PlantBelly. Moonshot Collaborative is a consumer research firm focused exclusively on actionable, affordable insights on plant-based consumers. Use code VEVOLUTION to g...2022-05-0443 minFinding Fur and Feathers Hunting PodcastFinding Fur and Feathers Hunting PodcastFinding Fur and Feathers Show #38: Avian Influenza Outbreak, Snow Goose Migration Report and Maple Syrup Milkshakes On this show, we talk to Doug Leier from the North Dakota Game and Fish Department about the recent outbreak of the Avian Influenza, or bird flu. What do we know about it right now? What do you do if you find a sick bird? Doug tells us. He also gives us an update on how Snow Goose numbers are looking in North Dakota, and what he’s hearing from other people as well. Then we chat with Erik Osberg from Ottertail Lakes Country about the Maple Syrup Festival in Vergas, Minnesota, where they serve maple syrup mi...2022-03-2921 minFinding Fins Fishing PodcastFinding Fins Fishing PodcastFinding Fins Show #39: Rainy River Update, Walleye Spearing and Sturgeon in Ottertail Lake On this show, we talk to Doug Leier from the North Dakota Game and Fish Department about the new regulations permitting walleye darkhouse spearing on Devils Lake, the Missouri River system and Stump Lake. He gives us the details and his thoughts on the impact it will have on the walleye population. Then we talk to Erik Osberg from Ottertail Lakes Country. He tells us about the sturgeon population in Ottertail Lake and how cool it is to see them. Lastly Joe Henry checks in with a Rainy River report. Is the ice out yet? Are there any boat...2022-03-2936 minFinding Fins Fishing PodcastFinding Fins Fishing PodcastShow #38: Eelpout Jigs, Tullibee Tips and Fishing Pressure On this show, Matt Erickson from Big Nasty Tackle gives us a behind-the-scenes look at their shop and tells us more about their jigs and why they glow so much. Then we talk to Erik Osberg from Ottertail Lakes Country about Tullibee fishing and conditions in the area. Joe Henry also joins us to talk about the increase in fishing pressure this year and what it might mean for our future. Please support our sponsors. Learn how you can be a sponsor here: On X Hunt | Otter Tail Lakes Country |  Prairie Sport...2022-03-1435 minFinding Fins Fishing PodcastFinding Fins Fishing PodcastNational Walleye Tour Recap The new NWT champ Eric McQuoid and Angler of the Year Drake Herd join the show to recap their recent success at the National Walleye Tour Championship on Ottertail Lake. Erik Osberg is also on to tell us how hosting the event went. We ask Eric and Drake how they found their fish, what it’s like to win like they did and how it was staying in the same house all week. Please support our sponsors. Learn how you can be a sponsor here: On X Hunt | Otter Tail Lakes Country |  Prairie Sportsman | Lake of the...2021-10-0437 minReal Estate EdgeReal Estate EdgeEpisode #10 – U.S. Department of Housing (HUD)What is the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and how it impacts housing sales? In this session, Deputy Regional Administrator, Erik Amundson talks about the programs you need to know about. Find out how HUD spends a $60 Billion budget and how its policies impact real estate buyers as well as communities.2021-06-1624 minFinding Fins Fishing PodcastFinding Fins Fishing PodcastOtter Tail Lakes Country – Fishing Report 9/13/20 Host Bret Amundson gets the latest fishing report from Otter Tail County from Erik Osberg. Download the podcast below or watch the video here: The post Otter Tail Lakes Country – Fishing Report 9/13/20 appeared first on Sporting Journal Radio. 2020-09-1505 minFinding Fins Fishing PodcastFinding Fins Fishing PodcastShow #10: Erik Osberg and Otter Tail County This week on Finding Fins, Bret Amundson learns about the Otter Tail County area with Erik Osberg from The Outdoor Report. How Covid as affected travel to the area, the Governor’s Fishing Opener, otter facts and more. Please support our sponsors. Learn how you can be a sponsor here: LAKE OF THE WOODS TOURISM  | TAZIN LAKE LODGE  HAYBALE HEIGHTS | PRAIRIE SPORTSMAN | MID MIGRATION OUTFITTERS Subscribe to our podcast wherever you get podcasts. Or watch the show on Youtube,Facebook and Instagram. The post Show #10: Erik Osberg and Otter Tail County app...2020-07-2726 minThe Progression ProjectThe Progression ProjectFoiling Series - John Amundson (@amundsoncustoms)John Amundson is a leading surf and foil board shaper based in Hawaii. Some of the best foilers in the world ride Amundon boards, FoilWizard and JackfromTown being two. John drops mad knowledge on us about shapes and construction. Check out his shapes at amundsonfoil.com2020-03-301h 14Middle of Somewhere w/ Chad Daniels and Cy AmundsonMiddle of Somewhere w/ Chad Daniels and Cy AmundsonThe Help and Mclanes TaleChad escapes injury in LA, Cy is settling into his new home, and somehow Tony Shalhoub makes another appearance! Welcome back to the Middle of Somewhere, if you like our show; please rate, review, and subscribe so that we can keep making content for you! Also in this episode: Chad gets in an accident Comedian Erik Allen Surprise Whiffleball Madness The master plan for Kevin the Dog Buy an Uncle Ronnie T-Shirt! --- Chad Daniels (@ThatChadDaniels) is a Dad, Comedian, and pancake lover. With over 750 million streams of his 5 albums...2019-11-2547 min