Season 1 dives into the journey of remarkable entrepreneurs, exploring their challenges, triumphs, and the passion that drives them. From first-hand accounts of innovation and resilience to lessons learned along the way, this podcast celebrates the heart and soul of the food and beverage community, offering inspiration and insights for everyone in this shared journey.
Season 2 we’re talking to the people who help food and beverage businesses grow, create opportunities, and navigate an industry that’s often more complicated than it looks from the outside. As a brand, you’ll hear practical insights and perspectives that can help you make better decisions, build stronger relationships, and grow with more confidence.
Luigi Scaglione has spent years in the packaging industry and now works with Great Little Box Company, helping brands navigate everything from labels and cartons to corrugated boxes and shipping solutions. In this episode, Luigi shares why food and beverage
Elaine Chu is a registered dietitian and Director of Food Service Transformation and Strategic Projects at Fraser Health, where she is helping rethink how food is sourced and served across the healthcare system. In this episode, Elaine shares how the
Melanie Rupp has spent more than 30 years helping entrepreneurs access capital and build stronger businesses. As Senior Director of Loans and Advisory Services at WEBC, she works with women entrepreneurs across BC, providing funding alongside the guidance needed to
David Speight has spent more than 25 years in the food industry, working his way from dishwasher to Executive Chef and Director of Culinary Operations at UBC Food Services. Today, he helps oversee one of the largest food service operations
In Season 2 we’re talking to the people who help food and beverage businesses grow, create opportunities, and navigate an industry that’s often more complicated than it looks from the outside. If you’re building a food or beverage business, you’ll
In this episode of The Heart of Food & Beverage, Andrea sits down with Shadi Afham, founder of Santé Delights, to explore the personal journey of bringing a wellness-inspired treat to market. With a background in fitness, nutrition, and holistic
In this episode of The Heart of Food & Beverage, Andrea sits down with Nora Iliakis and Jenny Sior, the powerhouse sisters behind Grandpa J’s, to talk about building a seasoning brand with staying power, and doing it their own
In this episode of The Heart of Food & Beverage, Andrea sits down with Daphna Kedem, founder of BrEAThe Kitchen, to talk about purpose-driven entrepreneurship, navigating complexity in the frozen food world, and the deep connection between activism and craft.
In this powerful episode of The Heart of Food & Beverage, we sit down with Cathline James, founder of Wise Bites, to talk about longevity, reinvention, and grit in the natural food industry. From her early days in real estate
In this episode of Good To Grow, we sit down with Sam Vermeulen, co-founder of Hazel’s Ice Cream, to explore how a floral nonprofit turned into one of Victoria’s most beloved frozen treat brands. Sam shares the heartfelt story behind
Mayumi Bae didn’t just start a business—she built a legacy. As co-founder of The Plant-Based Workshop, Mayumi has transformed her family’s culinary traditions into a purpose-driven brand that’s making waves across British Columbia and beyond. In this episode, she shares
