{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Startup CPG Podcast","title":"#144 - Buyer Spotlight: Kenny Hausmann, Fresh Thyme","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2955,"description":"In this episode of Startup CPG Podcast, join Daniel Scharff and Kenny Hausmann, an 18-year veteran of the grocery industry, to discuss the accessibility of natural foods and the commitment to health and innovation. Kenny shares his career journey, from his early days in stores to becoming a category manager, highlighting his passion for health and alignment with Fresh Thyme's values.\n\nThey explore recent industry events like Expo West and the first large-scale CPG Shabbat, discussing the importance of human connections amidst industry buzz. Kenny also draws on his diverse experience, including managing Natural/Organic/Specialty Foods at Foodland Hawaii, and provides insights into managing categories like bulk foods and addressing supply chain logistics challenges.\n\nLearn about brand partnerships at Fresh Thyme, including innovative marketing campaigns integrated with social media influence and initiatives supporting regenerative agriculture.\n\nTune in now!\n\nListen in as Kenny shares about:\n\nFocus on Natural and Organic Foods\nTransition to Fresh Thyme Market\nWorking at Foodland in Hawaii\nAdvice for Suppliers\nPersonal Experiences\nProduct Categories and Selection Process\nTrends in Natural Living\nBrand Partnerships and Marketing\nOpportunities for Brands to partner with Fresh Thyme\nCategory Reviews and Reset Timelines\n\nEpisode Links:\nFresh Thyme Website\nKenny’s LinkedIn\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\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 (15K+ members and growing!)\nFollow @startupcpg\nVisit host Daniel's Linkedin \nQuestions or comments about the episode? Email Daniel at podcast@startupcpg.com\nEpisode music by Super...","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}