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Shelf-Made PodcastEpisode 15: The Truth About BrokersWe tackle a huge issue in the CPG industry this week with Zak Romanoff from Omni Food Sales. He breaks down what makes a good broker and what you should be looking for when finding a broker for your brand.
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The Brand Advocate - VideoZak teaches a Masters class in Branding & Marketing at his Alma Mater UConn - Ep. 18
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Zak taught a Masters Class in Branding & Marketing at his Alma Mater UConn (The University of Connecticut). This talk forced Zak to look back at his evolution since he graduated in 2007. He talks about how he chose UConn, the obstacles he overcame, his achievements and how it set him up for the real world after.
He talks about how he entered the family business and soaked up everything he could from his mentors. As he consumed all this knowledge, he became...2020-12-0700 minThe Brand AdvocateZak teaches a Masters class in Branding & Marketing at his Alma Mater UConn - Ep. 18
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Zak taught a Masters Class in Branding & Marketing at his Alma Mater UConn (The University of Connecticut). This talk forced Zak to look back at his evolution since he graduated in 2007. He talks about how he chose UConn, the obstacles he overcame, his achievements and how it set him up for the real world after.
He talks about how he entered the family business and soaked up everything he could from his mentors. As he consumed all this knowledge, he became...2020-12-0748 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoZak Romanoff speaks on The State of the Protein Industry - Ep.17
Watch on YouTube – Zak Romanoff speaks on The State of the Protein Industry – Ep.17
The protein industry in the US has experienced many shocks and changes this year. Watch Zak discuss his thoughts about the current state of the protein industry and where things may be headed in the future. The panel is comprised of industry experts who work in various areas of the supply chain from manufacturing & processing to food retail. The discussion will involve key issues related to the protein industry:
• Consumer buying patterns of traditional meat categories
• How retailers are adjus...2020-12-0600 minThe Brand AdvocateZak Romanoff speaks on The State of the Protein Industry - Ep.17
Watch on YouTube – Zak Romanoff speaks on The State of the Protein Industry – Ep.17
The protein industry in the US has experienced many shocks and changes this year. Watch Zak discuss his thoughts about the current state of the protein industry and where things may be headed in the future. The panel is comprised of industry experts who work in various areas of the supply chain from manufacturing & processing to food retail. The discussion will involve key issues related to the protein industry:
• Consumer buying patterns of traditional meat categories
• How retailers are adjus...2020-12-0617 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoThe Power of Relationships and Leveraging Human Capital - Ep. 16
Watch on YouTube – The Power of Relationships and Leveraging Human Capital – Ep. 16
In this Human Capital Innovations Webinar, Dr. Jon Westover talks with Zak Romanoff about the power of relationships and leveraging human capital.
Jonathan H. Westover, Ph.D. is Managing Partner and Principal at Human Capital Innovations, LLC, with 20 years of experience as a professional coach and OD/HR/Leadership consultant transforming organizations across the globe.
Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution, marketing, and sales world. Zak has removed the term Food Br...2020-10-0100 minThe Brand AdvocateThe Power of Relationships and Leveraging Human Capital - Ep. 16
Watch on YouTube – The Power of Relationships and Leveraging Human Capital – Ep. 16
In this Human Capital Innovations Webinar, Dr. Jon Westover talks with Zak Romanoff about the power of relationships and leveraging human capital.
Jonathan H. Westover, Ph.D. is Managing Partner and Principal at Human Capital Innovations, LLC, with 20 years of experience as a professional coach and OD/HR/Leadership consultant transforming organizations across the globe.
Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution, marketing, and sales world. Zak has removed the term Food Br...2020-10-0123 minThe Brand AdvocateEp. 16 - HCI Webinar: The Power of Relationships and Leveraging Human CapitalIn this HCI Webinar, Dr. Westover talks with Zak Romanoff about the power of relationships and leveraging human capital. Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution, marketing, and sales world. Zak has removed the term Food Broker from his vocabulary, rejuvenating a once stale industry. This Brand Advocate shares his knowledge of Business, […]
The post Ep. 16 – HCI Webinar: The Power of Relationships and Leveraging Human Capital appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2020-07-2800 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 16 - HCI Webinar: The Power of Relationships and Leveraging Human CapitalIn this HCI Webinar, Dr. Westover talks with Zak Romanoff about the power of relationships and leveraging human capital. Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution, marketing, and sales world. Zak has removed the term Food Broker from his vocabulary, rejuvenating a once stale industry. This Brand Advocate shares his knowledge of Business, […]
The post Ep. 16 – HCI Webinar: The Power of Relationships and Leveraging Human Capital appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2020-07-2800 minThe Brand AdvocateZak's Goal to Share Nightfood Ice Cream - Ep. 15
Watch on YouTube – Zak’s Goal to Share Nightfood with Everyone – Ep. 15
In this episode, Zak Romanoff talks with Sean Folkson, CEO of Nightfood Ice Cream. Zak explains why he has chosen to represent Nightfood and how he plans on crushing it for them in Metro New York.
WHY NIGHTFOOD?
What you Eat Before Bed Matters
Sleep experts formulated Nightfood for guilt-free nighttime snacking with a sleep-friendly nutritional profile. Compared to other ice creams, it has a healthier nutritional profile, with added minerals, and is formulated to cause less heartburn!
2020-07-2316 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoZak's Goal to Share Nightfood Ice Cream - Ep. 15
Watch on YouTube – Zak’s Goal to Share Nightfood with Everyone – Ep. 15
In this episode, Zak Romanoff talks with Sean Folkson, CEO of Nightfood Ice Cream. Zak explains why he has chosen to represent Nightfood and how he plans on crushing it for them in Metro New York.
WHY NIGHTFOOD?
What you Eat Before Bed Matters
Sleep experts formulated Nightfood for guilt-free nighttime snacking with a sleep-friendly nutritional profile. Compared to other ice creams, it has a healthier nutritional profile, with added minerals, and is formulated to cause less heartburn!
2020-07-2300 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoNJFPA Panel Discuss Managing Trends & Emerging Markets during Covid-19 - Ep. 14
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OMNI Food Sales President Zak Romanoff and the NJFPA panel discuss Managing Consumer Trends and Emerging Markets during Covid-19. New Jersey Food Council President Linda Doherty leads the discussion. Zak answers questions regarding supermarkets, shopping habits, distribution, and the government’s response during the roller coaster ride of Covid-19 and the 2020 Quarantine.
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The New Jersey Food Processors Association (NJFPA), a community of food and beverage companies, suppliers and service organizations that promote industry growth throughout the Garde...2020-07-2300 minThe Brand AdvocateNJFPA Panel Discuss Managing Trends & Emerging Markets during Covid-19 - Ep.14
Watch on YouTube – NJFPA Panel Discuss Managing Trends & Emerging Markets during Covid-19 – Ep. 14
OMNI Food Sales President Zak Romanoff and the NJFPA panel discuss Managing Consumer Trends and Emerging Markets during Covid-19. New Jersey Food Council President Linda Doherty leads the discussion. Zak answers questions regarding supermarkets, shopping habits, distribution, and the government’s response during the roller coaster ride of Covid-19 and the 2020 Quarantine.
NJFPA
The New Jersey Food Processors Association (NJFPA), a community of food and beverage companies, suppliers and service organizations that promote industry growth throughout the Garde...2020-07-2326 min
Net Wirth RadioTHE MEAT SHORTAGE EXPLAINED | Industry Insider Zak RomanoffZak Romanoff, President of Omni Food Sales, gives his take on the COVID meat shortage dilemma. Should we be worried? His answer may surprise you.2020-05-0705 minThe Brand AdvocateEp. 13 - Zak teaches a CCM™ Class at Saint Joseph’s University
Watch on YouTube – Zak teaches a CCM™ Class at Saint Joseph’s University – Ep. 13
POI, in partnership with Saint Joseph’s University, offers an educational program leading to a certificate as a Certified Collaborative Marketer (CCM)™, designed to develop the skills of current and future leaders in food and CPG industries. OMNI Food Sales President, Zak Romanoff, teaches the class, discussing the role and value of Brand Advocates like OMNI, especially in the climate of today’s highly competitive food industry.
POI
The Promotion Optimization Institute (POI) brings together manufactu...2020-01-2047 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 13 - Zak teaches a CCM™ Class at Saint Joseph’s University
Watch on YouTube – Zak teaches a CCM™ Class at Saint Joseph’s University – Ep. 13
POI, in partnership with Saint Joseph’s University, offers an educational program leading to a certificate as a Certified Collaborative Marketer (CCM)™, designed to develop the skills of current and future leaders in food and CPG industries. OMNI Food Sales President, Zak Romanoff, teaches the class, discussing the role and value of Brand Advocates like OMNI, especially in the climate of today’s highly competitive food industry.
POI
The Promotion Optimization Institute (POI) brings together manufactu...2020-01-2047 minThe Brand AdvocateEp. 12 - Zak at the ROI NJ Food & Beverage Innovation Summit
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ROI NJ’s inaugural Food & Beverage Innovation Summit was held on October 16, 2019 at Birchwood Manor in Whippany, NJ. As a member of the Food & Technology panel, Zak Romanoff provides his insights and opinions on the impacts of technology in the food industry. The event provided engaging discussions concerning hot topics in the food & beverage industry, including an address by keynote speaker Stew Leonard Jr. Following the panel, Zak speaks with attendees one-on-one.
Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food d...2019-11-2029 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 12 - Zak at the ROI NJ Food & Beverage Innovation Summit
Watch on YouTube – Zak at the ROI NJ Food & Beverage Innovation Summit – Ep. 12
ROI NJ’s inaugural Food & Beverage Innovation Summit was held on October 16, 2019 at Birchwood Manor in Whippany, NJ. As a member of the Food & Technology panel, Zak Romanoff provides his insights and opinions on the impacts of technology in the food industry. The event provided engaging discussions concerning hot topics in the food & beverage industry, including an address by keynote speaker Stew Leonard Jr. Following the panel, Zak speaks with attendees one-on-one.
Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food d...2019-11-2029 minThe Brand AdvocateEp. 11 - Zak at the 2019 Marcum Food & Beverage Summit
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Zak Romanoff speaks on the panel at the 2019 Marcum Food & Beverage Summit, discussing the latest industry trends. The event brings food and beverage executives together for a night of networking and information exchange. For 2019, the event was held on September 10th at Convene Conference Center in Manhattan, NY. Following the panel, Zak answers additional questions from attendees one-on-one.
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Business owners and managers choose Marcum for their pragmatic, industry-focused insights. The mission is to help organizations become more successful...2019-10-1432 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 11 - Zak at the 2019 Marcum Food & Beverage Summit
Watch on YouTube – Zak at the 2019 Marcum Food & Beverage Summit – Ep. 11
Zak Romanoff speaks on the panel at the 2019 Marcum Food & Beverage Summit, discussing the latest industry trends. The event brings food and beverage executives together for a night of networking and information exchange. For 2019, the event was held on September 10th at Convene Conference Center in Manhattan, NY. Following the panel, Zak answers additional questions from attendees one-on-one.
Marcum
Business owners and managers choose Marcum for their pragmatic, industry-focused insights. The mission is to help organizations become more successful...2019-10-1432 minThe Brand AdvocateZak’s Speech to a Delegation of British Food Companies at Santander Bank - Ep. 10
Watch on YouTube – Zak’s Speech to a Delegation of British Food Companies at Santander Bank – Ep. 10
Zak Romanoff speaks to a group of executives from British food companies at an Educative Seminar hosted by ALTIOS International and Santander Bank. The event was held at Santander’s USA Headquarters in Manhattan, NY on June 21, 2019. After his speech, Zak answered questions from the group and also conducted one-on-one sessions with several companies.
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Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution...2019-07-1135 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 10 - Zak’s Speech to a Delegation of British Food Companies at Santander Bank
Watch on YouTube – Zak’s Speech to a Delegation of British Food Companies at Santander Bank – Ep. 10
Zak Romanoff speaks to a group of executives from British food companies at an Educative Seminar hosted by ALTIOS International and Santander Bank. The event was held at Santander’s USA Headquarters in Manhattan, NY on June 21, 2019. After his speech, Zak answered questions from the group and also conducted one-on-one sessions with several companies.
.https://youtu.be/gpMeCCsm4OA
Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution...2019-07-1135 minThe Brand AdvocateEp. 9 - Conversation with Shelli Sonstein of Q104.3
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Zak Romanoff speaks with Shelli Sonstein of Q104.3’s Jim Kerr Rock & Roll Morning Show about future trends in the supermarket industry.
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Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution, marketing, and sales world. Zak has removed the term Food Broker from his vocabulary, rejuvenating a once stale industry. This Brand Advocate shares his knowledge of Business, Entrepreneurship, and the billion d...2019-06-2612 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 9 - Conversation with Shelli Sonstein of Q104.3
Watch on YouTube – Conversation with Shelli Sonstein of Q104.3 – Ep. 9
Zak Romanoff speaks with Shelli Sonstein of Q104.3’s Jim Kerr Rock & Roll Morning Show about future trends in the supermarket industry.
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Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution, marketing, and sales world. Zak has removed the term Food Broker from his vocabulary, rejuvenating a once stale industry. This Brand Advocate shares his knowledge of Business, Entrepreneurship, and the billion d...2019-06-2612 minThe Brand AdvocateEp. 8 - Conversation with IFBB Elite Pro Nicole MelilloWatch on YouTube – Conversation with IFBB Elite Pro Nicole Melillo – Ep. 8 IFBB Elite Pro Nicole Melillo interviews Zak Romanoff about OMNI Food Sales and the role it plays in working with food brands to increase sales and distribution in the Metro New York marketplace. Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/nicole_fitpnut Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/nicole.angeli.3 Zak […]
The post Conversation with IFBB Elite Pro Nicole Melillo – Ep. 8 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-06-1912 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 8 - Conversation with IFBB Elite Pro Nicole MelilloWatch on YouTube – Conversation with IFBB Elite Pro Nicole Melillo – Ep. 8 IFBB Elite Pro Nicole Melillo interviews Zak Romanoff about OMNI Food Sales and the role it plays in working with food brands to increase sales and distribution in the Metro New York marketplace. Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/nicole_fitpnut Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/nicole.angeli.3 Zak […]
The post Conversation with IFBB Elite Pro Nicole Melillo – Ep. 8 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-06-1912 minThe Brand AdvocateEp. 7 - Interview with Chef Via MelissaWatch on YouTube – Interview with Chef Via Melissa – Ep. 7 Our host, Zak Romanoff, speaks with chef and entrepreneur Melissa Eboli of Via’s Kitchen. She left a successful job in sales to pursue a culinary career, established her own business, and has even been featured on Dr. Oz. Together they discuss her personal […]
The post Interview with Chef Via Melissa – Ep. 7 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-06-1327 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 7 - Interview with Chef Via MelissaWatch on YouTube – Interview with Chef Via Melissa – Ep. 7 Our host, Zak Romanoff, speaks with chef and entrepreneur Melissa Eboli of Via’s Kitchen. She left a successful job in sales to pursue a culinary career, established her own business, and has even been featured on Dr. Oz. Together they discuss her personal […]
The post Interview with Chef Via Melissa – Ep. 7 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-06-1327 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 6 - Interview with the Founder of BuckWHAT! FoodsWatch on YouTube – Interview with BuckWHAT! Foods – Ep. 6 Our host, Zak Romanoff, sits down with the founder of BuckWHAT! Foods, Leeann Rybakov. Utilizing buckwheat, a prominent (and surprisingly gluten free!) ingredient from her Ukrainian heritage, she started her company out of her love for cooking and a desire to create a clean […]
The post Interview with BuckWHAT! Foods – Ep. 6 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-06-0532 minThe Brand AdvocateInterview with the Founder of BuckWHAT! Foods - Ep. 6Watch on YouTube – Interview with BuckWHAT! Foods – Ep. 6 Our host, Zak Romanoff, sits down with the founder of BuckWHAT! Foods, Leeann Rybakov. Utilizing buckwheat, a prominent (and surprisingly gluten free!) ingredient from her Ukrainian heritage, she started her company out of her love for cooking and a desire to create a clean […]
The post Interview with BuckWHAT! Foods – Ep. 6 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-06-0532 minThe Brand AdvocateEp. 5 - Interview with the Founder of YaVe TequilaWatch on YouTube – Interview with YaVe Tequila – Ep. 5 Our host, Zak Romanoff, sits down with the founder of YaVe Tequila, Joe Cruz, and his friend and investor, Danny Reyes, to discuss the journey of starting his own liquor brand. From YaVe Tequila: Joe Cruz Jr. was born and raised in Harlem, New York. […]
The post Interview with YaVe Tequila – Ep. 5 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-05-2946 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 5 - Interview with the Founder of YaVe TequilaWatch on YouTube – Interview with YaVe Tequila – Ep. 5 Our host, Zak Romanoff, sits down with the founder of YaVe Tequila, Joe Cruz, and his friend and investor, Danny Reyes, to discuss the journey of starting his own liquor brand. From YaVe Tequila: Joe Cruz Jr. was born and raised in Harlem, New York. […]
The post Interview with YaVe Tequila – Ep. 5 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-05-2946 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 4 - Zak's Speech at the K-Food FairAt the K-Food Fair, our host Zak Romanoff gives a speech to 50 of the largest Food Exporters from Korea, highlighting the 5 main benefits of hiring a Brand Advocate like OMNI Food Sales. Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution, marketing, and sales world. Zak has removed the term Food Broker from […]
The post Zak at the K-Food Fair Ep. 4 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-05-2320 minThe Brand AdvocateEp. 4 - Zak's Speech at the K-Food FairAt the K-Food Fair, our host Zak Romanoff gives a speech to 50 of the largest Food Exporters from Korea, highlighting the 5 main benefits of hiring a Brand Advocate like OMNI Food Sales. Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution, marketing, and sales world. Zak has removed the term Food Broker from […]
The post Zak at the K-Food Fair Ep. 4 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-05-2320 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 3 - Q&A with an Aspiring EntrepreneurOur host Zak Romanoff answers questions about launching and operating a successful “Food Brokerage” company. During this interview by a food industry professional who is looking to start his own “Food Brokerage” in another market, Zak gives insight into the value Brand Advocates add and the challenges that are faced when bringing products to market. […]
The post Q&A with an Aspiring Entrepreneur – Ep. 3 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-05-1536 minThe Brand AdvocateEp. 3 - Q&A with an Aspiring EntrepreneurOur host Zak Romanoff answers questions about launching and operating a successful “Food Brokerage” company. During this interview by a food industry professional who is looking to start his own “Food Brokerage” in another market, Zak gives insight into the value Brand Advocates add and the challenges that are faced when bringing products to market. […]
The post Q&A with an Aspiring Entrepreneur – Ep. 3 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-05-1536 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 2 - Food Industry News and Why it MattersOur host Zak Romanoff discusses and gives his insight into several news stories affecting the Food Industry. We hope you enjoy The Brand Advocate Episode 2! Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution, marketing, and sales world. Zak has removed the term Food Broker from his vocabulary, rejuvenating a once stale industry. […]
The post Food Industry News and Why it Matters – Ep. 2 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-05-0839 minThe Brand AdvocateEp. 2 - Food Industry News and Why it MattersOur host Zak Romanoff discusses and gives his insight into several news stories affecting the Food Industry. We hope you enjoy The Brand Advocate Episode 2! Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution, marketing, and sales world. Zak has removed the term Food Broker from his vocabulary, rejuvenating a once stale industry. […]
The post Food Industry News and Why it Matters – Ep. 2 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-05-0839 minThe Brand Advocate - VideoEp. 1 - Welcome to The Brand AdvocateOur host Zak Romanoff shares his experiences in the food industry while growing up in two family businesses, from his first jobs as Warehouse Selector and Truck Driver’s Assistant, to his current role as President of OMNI Food Sales. Zak explains the difference between broker and brand advocate, and also details the timeline of exciting new […]
The post Welcome to The Brand Advocate – Ep. 1 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-04-2739 minThe Brand AdvocateEp. 1 - Welcome to The Brand AdvocateOur host Zak Romanoff shares his experiences in the food industry while growing up in two family businesses, from his first jobs as Warehouse Selector and Truck Driver’s Assistant, to his current role as President of OMNI Food Sales. Zak explains the difference between broker and brand advocate, and also details the timeline of exciting new […]
The post Welcome to The Brand Advocate – Ep. 1 appeared first on OMNI Food Sales.2019-04-2739 min
The CRAZY AsianZak Romanoff: Pursuing PassionDriven entrepreneur pursuing his passions beyond his losses. Finding his Passion and happiness in the family business
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