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Voices from The BenchVoices from The BenchCreating Magic with Removables with Mark Samuel ChanComes see Elvis and Barb at the Whip Mix Digital Forum October 28th and 29th in Louisville, Kentucky Great show, fantastic speaks, unbelievable content, and a Halloween costume party! What does a card trick and making a denture fit have in common? Mark Samuel Chan! This week we welcome a Denturist out of Canada that got into the profession because a teacher told him not to be a dentist. Lucky him! Mark talks about the school he went to, coming into the field at a young age, going to a IDS meeting that changed his path...2022-10-031h 03Let\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat, episode 121 with Mark Samuel from IWON Organics and Kyle Salathe from Elite Printing and PackagingSpecial episode where Alexa Martinez from IWON, asks Mark questions. We talk IWON, how it started, extruded snacks, distribution, money, growth and a once stop packaging stop. 2021-12-2113 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 90 with Sean Riley from Dude Products and Micaela Schuffman from Symbiotic PRWe talk butt wipes, DUDES, $20M+ on Amazon, capital, Mark Cuban and PR.2021-05-1818 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 78 with Jim Lamancusa from Cusa Coffee and Tea and Daniel Quinones from Front Page RetailWe talk coffee and tea, R&D, and got really into DTC model (check that part out), plus a merchandising solution. 2021-02-2316 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Sales Series, Episode 10 with David Paul Miller from The New PrimalWe talk better for you foods, sales decks, asking questions, believing in the product you sell, hiring a sales rep, and more. 2021-02-1714 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 77 with Kailey Donewald from Sacred Serve and Chris Mauze from Red Fox AnalyticsWe talk plant-based gelato, being unique in the category, sustainability, how to differentiate yourself, and cpg analytics. 2021-02-1614 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 76 with Greg Meade from CROSSNET and Caleb Sisk from ShipwareWe talk volleyball with a twist, Alibaba, growth through Covid, supply chain issues, and shipping opportunities. 2021-02-0913 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Marketing Series, Episode 1 with Christie Lee from Nourishing Food MarketingWe talk CPG marketing. Packaging. Story. Founders involvement. Nike and Dove. Lots of gems in here. 2021-02-0317 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 75 with Erica Rankin from Bro Dough and Parry Hendrick from Crackle PRWe talk cookie dough, being a one woman show, using a commercial kitchen, driving around to deliver each day, going into retail and public relations. 2021-02-0213 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 74 with Jake Karls from Mid-Day Squares and Diego Oquendo from VulkanFirst we hit pushups, then we talk refrigerated bars, going into business with family, positivity in the mission, building the business in Canada and now focusing on the US, the goal of going public, and helping brands advertise.2021-01-2715 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Sales Series Episode 9 with Matt Davis from Kettle & FireWe talk all things sales, bone broth, sales decks, having a great team and great brand, listening more than talking and more. 2021-01-2115 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 73 with Sashee Chandran from Tea Drops and Ben Nussbaum from Happy Hour MediaWe talk innovation in tea, pitching at events, networking, raising capital, building a direct to consumer business, and reenergizing marketing and advertising.2021-01-2015 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Sales Series Episode 8 with Michelle Prychidny from Mid-Day SquaresWe talk bar category (refrigerated), why the founder is so important to the sales process, not using a deck to sell, synergy between great brands, and more. 2021-01-1414 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 72 with Dean Eberhardt from Hoplark and Dakota Wyatt from CMGWe talk beer that's not beer nor is it non- alcoholic beer, first to market, where it sits in retail, moving into DTC, manufacturing on your own, and advertising on different platforms. 2021-01-1215 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 71 with Caitlin Logue from 5280 Coffee Co. and Jack Shannon from RecessWe talk single serve coffee, Denver, sustainability in innovation, new products, and sponsoring socially distant events. 2021-01-0511 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Sales Series 7 with Matt Meloy from ChompsWe talk sales deck, having data or not, creating value for the retailer, dancing with the buyer, outlook for 2021 and more.2020-12-3016 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 70 with Matthew Richard from Halo + Cleaver and Matt Meilahn from GaspifyWe talk low sugar condiments, competitive bbq, health and fitness enthusiasts, broader consumers, and helping brands who use Shopify. 2020-12-2912 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 69 with Robbie Salter and Ross Goodhart from Jupiter and Bill Cohen from Feedback LoopWe talk shampoo and conditioner, direct to consumer, hiring agencies rather than in-house and collecting data. 2020-12-2214 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Sales Series episode 6, with Laura Troiano from MushWe talk overnight oats, keys to sales success, believing in the product, listening more than talking, what should be on the deck, and importance of innovation. 2020-12-1520 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 68 with Mark Samuel from IWON Organics and Stefan Jordev from Bobsled MarketingThe first of its kind, we are flipping the script and Mark is being interviewed. Adam Brown from Sircle interviews Mark on how IWON started, products then vs now, what was different about running a bag company, what would his kids say about him, and the best elevator pitch for balanced nutrition. 2020-12-0815 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 67 with Shari Leidich from Know Brainer and Kelsi Hall from Deftly CreativeWe talk sugar free marshmallows, co-packers vs commercial kitchens, direct to consumer and design and web services. 2020-12-0116 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 66 with Ian Wishingrad from Three Wishes and Juan Alou from Sales or ElseWe talk cereal, big retail launches, having a branding background, and email and ad marketing.2020-11-2421 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 65 with Austin Groesser from Big Dipper and Amanda Scott from Solution HarborWe talk cookie dough, growing from mom's kitchen to a copacker, working 2 jobs while starting the business, bootstrapping, and recruiting. 2020-11-1916 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 64 with Katie McKinnon from Welo and Louis Casadas from Channel AdvisorWe talk bars, probiotics, kids size, DTC and acquiring more customers. 2020-11-1714 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 63 with Dave Colina from O2 and Rob Gleixner from InxeptionWe talk water, fitness, growing through the pandemic and helping CPG brands. 2020-11-1216 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 62 with Cody Levine from Twice and Chaim Morgan from Refund SniperWe talk toothpaste, Lenny Kravitz, his dad being a dentist, launching in retail and how to save on amazon errors. 2020-11-1015 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 61 with Emily Griffith from Lil Bucks and Niki Hardick from Knack PRWe talk superfoods, growing from farmer's market to a region of Whole Foods, building the business on your own, and PR for CPG.2020-11-0514 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 60 with Macklin Anderson from Zen Hemp Infusions and Drew Kramer from WhiteboxWe talk hemp infused beverage, legality, distribution, becoming vertically integrated, and a cpg platform solution. 2020-11-0313 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 59 with Bram and Jennifer Bourgeois from Lekko and Becky Olson from Approach MarketingWe talk about chocolate spread, building for scale, deep CPG experience, and a social and PR platform. 2020-10-2920 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Bonus Episode 10, with Daron K. RobertsWe talk about micro wins, work, family, health, and stacking them over the quarter, and goal setting.2020-10-2707 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 58 with Suzie York from Love Good Fats and Jason McCormick from Complete RecyclingWe talk about fats over sugar when it comes to bars, velocity at retail, raising $10M+ and sustainability in CPG. 2020-10-2721 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 57 with Paul Janowitz from Mantra Labs and Margie Adelman from Adelman PRWe talk supplements, experience investing in others, building DTC, and public relations. 2020-10-2218 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Bonus 9 with Djenaba Johnson - Jones from Hudson KitchenWe talk Hudson Kitchen, commercial kitchens, growing the business and opportunities ahead. 2020-10-2111 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 56 with Jared Schwartz from Honey Mama's and Joshua Linden from Bay CitiesWe talk heavenly sweets, packing 10K units by hand, raising $5M+, and a one stop shop for packaging. 2020-10-2018 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 55 with David Greenfeld from Dream Pops and Jamie Valenti-Jordan from Catapult Commercialization ServicesWe talk plant-based ice cream, new innovations, being a rapper and having a jingle, being unique, and helping brands bring product to market.2020-10-1517 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 54 with Rusty Jones from hellowater and Elimy Gillam from Consult with BloomeWe talk fiber-infused water, growing to 15 people, distribution and velocity and consulting in CPG. 2020-10-1312 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 53 with Todd Gibson from Yerbae and Julie Suntrup from Day Three LabsWe talk sparkling water, $4M in sales, crowdfunding, a big win, and cannabinoid product innovation.2020-10-0818 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 52 with Matt Weiss from RIND Snacks and Caroline Cotto from Renewal MillWe talk dried fruit, with the rinds, DTC, local grocery launches, next innovations and upcycled byproducts.2020-10-0620 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 51 with Dillon Ceglio from Chubby Organics and Frazier Kinsley from Hook LogisticsWe talk PB&J, making them in a commercial kitchen, DTC with a refrigerated product and upgraded 3PL.2020-10-0115 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Sales Series, Episode 5 with Sandra Velasquez from Van LeeuwenWe talk ice cream, Brooklyn, being in a band, and selling the you, not the we.2020-09-3013 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 50 with Ari Raz from Once Upon a Farm and Angela Marturano from Orchid Holistic SearchWe talk baby food, bringing on John Foraker and Jennifer Garner, growing into thousands of doors, profitability focus, and executive search for CPG industry.2020-09-2922 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 49 with Trey Lockerbie from Better Booch and Jared Kligerman from The Think TankWe talk entertainment industry, kombucha, raising capital, private label and communication in CPG.2020-09-2518 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 48 with Branden Yob from IV Beverage and Jeremy Voss from Action Impact Marketing SolutionsWe talk UCLA, caffeine, going from glass to cans, and digital marketing.2020-09-2318 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 47 with Drew Dickey from Taos Bakes and Andrew Silver from MoLo SolutionsWe talk passion play, healthy snacking, building retail over last 10 years, moving into DTC and service in logistics. 2020-09-1815 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Sales Series, Episode 4 with Megan Siegel Jansen from WellerWe talk Weller, growing up in a CPG family, selling in the new CBD category, and having a great tasting product as being a necessity.2020-09-1819 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 46 with Audrey Powell from Spicegrove, LLC and Kasey Luck from Luck & Co AgencyWe talk Jamaican culture, better-for-you drinks, effects of COVID, and email marketing.2020-09-1620 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Bonus, Episode 8 with Mike FataWe talk health and fitness, Manitoba Harvest, hemp, plant-based foods, inputs and outputs, and honesty, integrity and competency. 2020-09-1520 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 45 with Brooke Rewa from Good Mylk Co. and James Grissom from F5 Supply Chain PartnersWe talk innovation in plant milk, distribution, farmers market, raising capital and supply chain.2020-09-1018 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Bonus, Episode 7 with David MeltzerWe talk Sports 1, podcasts, failures, gratitude, accountability and personal brand.2020-09-1018 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Sales Series, Episode 3 with Jordan Shulman from Better BoochWe talk kombucha, having a great product to sell, and being competitive.2020-09-0918 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 44 with Madeline Haydon from Nutpods and Eric Malzone from Level 5 MentorsWe talk coffee creamers, building for profitability, and business coaching. 2020-09-0821 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, LIVE, Episode 4 with Chris Hunter from KoiaWe talk plant-based beverages, perishable products, raising capital and becoming a leader in the set.2020-09-0321 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Sales Series, Episode 2 with Aaron Heidebreicht from NutraboltWe talk Cellucor and XTend, $400M in sales, advantages of having a good product, the importance of team, and next phases for Nutrabolt.2020-09-0322 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 43 with Smári Ásmundsson from Smári Organicsand Monti VanBrunt from T.M. Albert & AssociatesWe talk coffee, crowdfunding, DTC, and regional brokers.2020-09-0317 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Bonus Episode 6 with Wayne Wu from VMG PartnersWe talk about VMG's mission, looking at a P&L, getting margins right from the start, direct to consumer, importance of knowing what you're good at, and spreading positivity2020-09-0125 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 42 with Helen Guo from Schoolyard Snacks and Jenna Gorham from Gorham Consulting GroupWe talk low sugar snacks, consumer fit, failures leading to success, and health focused food consulting.2020-09-0121 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, LIVE, Episode 2 with Adam Brown from Sircle MediaWe talk all things CPG, sales and marketing, really have fun with this first LIVE experience. 2020-08-2832 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, LIVE, Episode 3 with Fred Hart from Interact BoulderWe talk CPG packaging and design, some of our favorite brands, and what founders should look for when making design decisions.2020-08-2826 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 41 with Zach Adelman from Navitas Organics and Rob Everitt from Humid Creative AgencyWe talk about Marin County, health and wellness, building a CPG brand over 15 plus years, and all things marketing2020-08-2823 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Sales Series, Episode 1 with Aaron Younessi from IWON™ OrganicsWe talk IWON Organics, CPG sales, regional strategy, and being blessed to have Aaron on the team.2020-08-2523 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 40 with Ben van den Heever from Brooklyn Biltong and Aneesh Dhawan from PurpicsWe talk biltong jerky, being careful with choosing retailers, and helping brands engage.2020-08-2521 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 39 with Mason Sexton from Soozy's Grain-free and Mike Neme from Global TranzWe talk grain free foods, raising capital and transportation at a high level.2020-08-2024 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 38 with Jim DeCicco from Super Coffee and Mike Wilks from ENWAVEWe talk coffee, working with family, raising $30M, and technology in food processing.2020-08-1817 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 37 with Gabi Lewis from Magic Spoon and Adam Brown from Sircle Media ...We talk about disrupting the cereal category, how to be successful with direct to consumer and how social media and digital advertising should be managed.2020-08-1324 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 36  with Jose Hernandez from ChipMonk Baking and Chris Lombardi from SpotOn" ...We talk sugar free cookies, direct to consumer and payment processing on another level2020-08-1110 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 35 with Anshu Dua from The Chaat Company and Cameron McCarthy from WeStockWe talk Indian inspired snacks, pivots made after COVID, and gathering customer data to get you into a particular retailer.2020-08-0621 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 34 with Jon Bostock from Truman's and Steven Cleere from NexxtLevel MarketingWe talk cleaning supplies, having a co-founder, and CPG strategy.2020-08-0420 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 33 with Skylar Lysaker from GreenZ and Sean Stahlnecker from The Foundry Brand ServicesWe talk hemp clothing, how it's made, and how to help brands sell at retail.2020-07-3116 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 32 with Ronak Shah from Obvi and Jake Kranz from Willow Creek MediaWe talk collagen and kids protein, experience in supplements, and managing podcasts.2020-07-3014 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 31 with Gwen Burlingame from Beckon Ice Cream and Scott Brill from PRS IN VIVOWe talk ice cream, being lactose intolerant, raising capital, and behavior insights.2020-07-2323 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 30 with People Cold Brew and Heffernan InsuranceWe talk coffee, growing the business regionally, and business insurance.  Jason Del Grande, Heffernan Insurance Aman Ailaini, People Cold Brew2020-07-2112 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 29 with Monkey and Savi SalesWe talk fruit bars, retailer shut downs, and selling the outer perimeter.2020-07-1917 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 28 with CompletEats and Transportation InsightWe talk cookies, always selling as an entrepreneur, and insights on transportation.2020-07-1619 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 27 with Sydney Webb from Madeby and Sarah George from Four S Club CreativeWe talk cookie dough, adaptogens and digital marketing services2020-07-1013 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 26 with John Sherwin and Jai Jung Kim from HydrantWe talk hydration packets, highly educated founders, and a big round of financing.2020-07-0719 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 25 with Benedicte Engen from Viking Waffles and Josh Pierce from PostieWe talk healthy waffles, direct to consumer, and new-aged, direct mail services.2020-07-0215 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 24 with Matt Parry from The Good Crisp Company and Yuval Selik from PromomashWe talk canister chips, the need for capital to grow, and retail marketing.2020-06-3016 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 23 with Dinesh Tadepalli from incrEDIBLE and Michael Yanez from KartSmartrWe talk about edible cutlery, yes, eating your spoon after use, and how to build your amazon business.2020-06-2517 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 22 with Erica Liu Williams from Gr8nola and Eric Johnson from IgnitedWe talk granola, food service at google, and strategic marketing for brands.2020-06-2321 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 21 with Kai Drewry from BOMANI Cold Buzz and Ken Blewett from Fast-Cycle XWe talk Marin County, coffee infused alcohol, and helping brands navigate business.2020-06-1822 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 20 with Peter Maldonado from Chomps and Ralph Cartwright from Hawke MediaWe talk beef sticks, growing into a multi-million dollar business and outsourced marketing.2020-06-1621 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 19 with Vinnie Merrill from Lucky Soul Inc. and Megan Shroy from Approach MarketingWe talk t-shirts, Lakers, water and how to market your brand.2020-06-1120 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 18 with Chris Kirby from Ithaca Hummus and Iram Blajchman from MAAVWe talk farmer's market, tasty hummus and raising velocities at store level.2020-06-0926 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 17 with Charlie Siciak from Goodwipes and Annalea Krebs from Social NatureWe talk college parties, men and women's hygiene and how to connect consumers with new products.2020-06-0424 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 16 with Grant Gyesky from Rise Brewing Company and Glen Wilkins Zapp PackagingWe talk walking up stairs with kegs of coffee, 12,00 locations and packaging by an all-star.2020-06-0218 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 15 with Bret Caretsky from Unicorn DrinksWe talk unicorn drinks, Starbucks and licensing.2020-05-2811 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 14 with Adolfo Santana from Viande Foods and Max Baumann from Basemakers, LLCWe talk soups, Walmart and why location, location, location is so important!2020-05-2621 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 13 with Tyler Merrick from Project 7We talk better for you candy, what it was like to grow up in an entrepreneurial family and how to adapt as a business.2020-05-2237 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 12 Jai Farswani and Asha Farswani from AshaPops andJohn Schiaroli from Armatura CompanyWe talk water lily seeds, adjusting to the times and cpg services.2020-05-2020 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 11 with Justin Wiesehan from Macro Snacks and Betsy Craig from MenuTrinfoWe talk balanced snacking, direct to consumer and nutritional labels2020-05-1416 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 10 with Jenny Cawthon from Greenjoy and Kerry Tuma from Leavitt GroupEpisode 10: We talk pressed salad bars, salad dressing and super-food mixes, store positioning, price point awareness, having healthy margins and the importance of business insurance.2020-05-1218 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 9 with Bonnie Lau from Abzz Snacks (Yoconut) and Theresa "Sam" Houghton from GreenGut WellnessWe talk dairy free yogurt, San Francisco, how raising capital during the pandemic is challenging and how Green Gut Wellness can help with brand messaging. 2020-05-0816 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 8 with Ryan Armistead from Happy Moose Juice and Paul Seeman from Boombox BeverageWe talk  cold pressed juice, how to bottle, business before and after Covid-19 and how to work with a beverage co-packer. 2020-05-0620 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 7 with Blake Sorensen from Blake's Seed Based bars and Chris Kupillas from Blue Grace LogisticsWe talk nutrition bars, co-packers, COVID-19 and how it affects the business, and 3PL, logistics. 2020-05-0113 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 6 with Margarita Womack from Mas Panadas and Dennis Silva from Park City GroupWe talk empanadas, how they're cooked, how COVID-19 has affected the business and how Park City Group can help CPG brands. 2020-05-0118 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 5 with Andrew Sauer from Hilo Gummies and Kate Cash from Kate Cash ConsultingWe talk nutrition gummies and consultative services for helping emerging brands. 2020-04-2311 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 4 with Denise Woodard from Partake Foods and Matt Black from GeauxWe talk cookies, and experiential services for retail.2020-04-2209 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 3 with Sean Folksom from Nightfood and James Slavet from Survey.comWe talk ice cream and retail merchandising.2020-04-1613 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 2 with Jim Simon from Jimmy Bars and Matthew Kubick from Local Demo ServiceWe talk Jimmy Bars, where and why it was started, how much raised, how he nailed airports and where are they in 12 months. Also Local Demo Service, a sales and marketing company for food and beverage products. 2020-04-1409 minLet\'s Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark SamuelLet's Eat with Mark Samuel, Episode 1 with Alex Bayer from Genius Juice and Eric Kiker from The Digestible BrandWe talk Genius Juice, raising capital in CPG, Shark Tank, and how The Digestible Brand can help you. 2020-04-0919 min