{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Startup CPG Podcast","title":"BONUS:  Winter Fancy Food Show Recap","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/31022cfc\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2437,"description":"In this bonus episode of the Startup CPG podcast, Daniel Scharff is joined by Patricia Menegoto and Kiki Huddleston from the Startup CPG team, as well as Brendan Cravitz from Azabu Foods x Meatless Future and Maxi Heidenblut from Häppy Candy, to recap the Winter Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas.\n\nThe team shares behind-the-scenes insights on what made Startup CPG's section a must-visit for retailers and buyers, the power of community-driven brand support, and how small brands can maximize their trade show experience. Brendan and Maxi discuss their brand highlights, key buyer meetings (including Whole Foods!), and the ROI of attending a show like Fancy Foods.\n\nFrom cross-pollination of brand connections to tips on making the most of networking events, booth setups, and pitch opportunities, this episode is packed with actionable insights for emerging food and beverage brands.\n\nThinking about showcasing your brand at the next Fancy Food Show or joining the Startup CPG community? Tune in now!\n\nListen in as they share about:\n\nFancy Food Winter Show Experience & Highlights\nFactors that Helped Brands Succeed at the Show\nDifferences Between Fancy Food Show and Other Trade Shows\nLessons Learned for Future Shows\nWhy Join the Startup CPG Section?\nFuture Opportunities\n\nEpisode Links:\nKiki on LinkedIn\nPatricia on LinkedIn\nBrendan on LinkedIn\nIG: @meatlessfuture_jp @meatlessfuture_us @azabufoods\nMaxi on LinkedIn \nIG: https://www.instagram.com/haeppy.candy/ \n\n\nDon't forget to leave a five-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you enjoyed this episode. For potential sponsorship opportunities or to join the Startup CPG community, visit http://www.startupcpg.com.\n\n\nShow Links:\n\nTranscripts of each episode are available on the Transistor platform that hosts our podcast here (click on the episode and toggle to “Transcript” at the top)\nJoin the Startup CPG Slack community (20K+ members and growing!)\nFollow @startupcpg\nVisit host Daniel's Linkedin \nQuestions or comments about the...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/pMuUaMpWaAi3tfCEgC2OkLBVzokuLjLsIzwDIbGFqi4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9hMTFl/MTgxNTNlZTAwZjU1/ZmNmNWM1ZjkwMDg5/NTU4MS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}