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Retail and Social: Exploring The ConnectionPeter Gianlantzis - Pod FoodsIn this episode, we sit down with Peter G! Peter Gialantzis, COO of Pod Foods, to talk about how the company is shaking up the world of grocery distribution. Peter breaks down how Pod Foods is making the supply chain simpler for brands, helping them scale in the fast-moving retail world, and why the traditional distributor model just isn’t cutting it anymore. He shares lessons from his career in grocery and explains how Pod Foods is positioning itself as more than just a distributor—it’s a real partner for both brands and retailers. We also get into what m...
2025-08-2138 min
The Firebelly Social Show[Expo West Series] Food & Beverage Trends With Industry LeadersPedro Lamarre is the Co-founder of Wave, an innovative beverage company known for its organic, lightly carbonated refreshers infused with coconut water. Before co-founding Wave, he had a background in health and wellness, which influenced the brand's commitment to offering low-calorie, no-added-sugar drinks. Since its launch in February 2024, Wave has aimed to provide consumers with healthier beverage options that are both refreshing and flavorful. Pedro's passion for health-conscious products drives Wave's mission to innovate within the beverage industry. Jennifer Draz is the Senior Digital Marketing Manager at Kerry, where she oversees digital strategies for brands such as...
2025-03-2117 minThe Firebelly Social ShowLeaders Insights: Redefining Food And Beverage IndustryDuncan Alney is the Founder and CEO of Firebelly Marketing, an award-winning, top-ranked agency that helps founders of mission-driven food and beverage brands grow their businesses and connect with their audiences through social media marketing. Duncan has worked in marketing for 30 years and brings his expertise in engaging with clients and rebuilding brands to each project. He has worked with top brands, including Netflix, Fiji Water, and Sony. Duncan is also the host of the Firebelly Social Show, a podcast featuring leaders and top entrepreneurs in the food and beverage space who are on a mission to make the...
2025-02-0709 minThe Firebelly Social ShowPeter Gialantzis: The Audacity Of InnovationPeter Gialantzis is the Chief Merchandising Officer at Pod Foods, a logistics-enabled, data-powered B2B marketplace for wholesale food distribution. With experience at powerhouse retailers like Whole Foods and Lucky's Markets and leadership roles at KeHE, he brings a wealth of industry knowledge to Pod Foods. Peter is passionate about using real-time data and analytics to empower brands and retailers, striving for a grocery ecosystem prioritizing accessibility to quality foods. A believer in disruptive innovation, he aims to shift market share from large to smaller, innovative CPG brands, fostering growth and consumer choice in the retail landscape. I...
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The Good Food CFO podcastReal Talk with Peter Gialantzis from Pod Foods: The Boomerang Effect of Transparent DistributionNavigating the distribution maze is no small feat for emerging brands. Join us in peeling back the layers of this complex process, examining the limitations when partnering with large distributors and the dire need for alternatives. In this episode, Sarah is joined by Peter Gialantzis, CMO of Pod Foods, as they explore the difficulties that emerging food brands face in national distribution. Peter is a 25-year veteran of the Grocery industry, with senior leadership roles at Whole Foods Market, Lucky’s Market, and KeHE Distributors prior to joining Pod Foods. His passion for food has led...
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