Elevator Talk
Elevator Talk, presented by BevNET and NOSH, showcases up-and-coming food and beverage brands to the industry, giving founders a chance to put their brand in the spotlight and share their story. Meet the founders behind the hottest brands hitting the market and hear their plans to stand out on shelves.
Each episode features a group of brand leaders, the host, and an industry expert, who asks follow-up questions and provides feedback for each entrepreneur.
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Videos
Elevator Talk Episode 42: Popcorn Powder, New Wave Foods, Actual Veggies, The Baconer, Blenders & Bowls
Episode 42 features leaders from Popcorn Powder, New Wave Foods, Actual Veggies, The Baconer, and Blenders & Bowls. Our co-host is CPG sales and distribution coach Sandra Velasquez.
Elevator Talk Episode 41: Be Gud Beverages, Blind Tiger, For Bitter For Worse, Pivot Coldbrew and URBL
Episode 41 features leaders from Be Gud Beverages, Blind Tiger, For Bitter For Worse, Pivot Coldbrew and URBL. Our co-host is Nick Mindel, a partner with Amberstone Ventures.
Elevator Talk Episode 40: Undressed Snacks, Sorate, The After Bar, Yishi, Lovely Day Bars
Episode 40 features leaders from Undressed Snacks, Sorate, The After Bar, Yishi and Lovely Day Bars. Our co-host is Greg Fleishman, a better-for-you CPG, founder, operator and investor.
Elevator Talk Episode 39: NADI, Chiki Chiki Boom Boom, AMARUMAYU, Royal Leaf and Happy Being
Episode 39 features founders from five beverage brands who receive feedback and advice from Czar Daniolco, the co-founder of Hi-Touch Distribution.
Elevator Talk Episode 38: Rowdy Bars, Brave Good Kind, Revolution Gelato, Nostalgia Coffee Roasters and Jackalope Energy
Episode 38 features leaders from Rowdy Bars, Brave Good Kind, Revolution Gelato, Nostalgia Coffee Roasters & Jackalope Energy. Our co-host is Wade Yenny, the director of grocery for Jimbo's Naturally.
Elevator Talk Ep. 37: Aurora Elixirs, a|dash, Yerbuzz, Explorer, and Spirity Cocktails
In this episode we hear from emerging beverage brands: Aurora Elixirs, a|dash, Yerbuzz, Explorer, and Spirity Cocktails.
Elevator Talk EP. 36: Chia Smash, Honey Child Artisan Pops, Zesty Kitchen, OMG...It's Gluten Free, and Seagreen
Episode 36 of Elevator Talk features leaders from Chia Smash, Honey Child, Artisan Pops, Zesty Kitchen, OMG…It’s Gluten Free! and Seagreen.
Elevator Talk Ep. 35: Nesis Tea, Shimmerwood Beverages, Reneva Collagen Drink, Wet Hydration, and Prism Beverages
In this episode of Elevator Talk we hear from emerging brands: Nesis Tea, Shimmerwood Beverages, Reneva Collagen Drink, Wet Hydration, and Prism Beverages as they provide recent news and updates.
Elevator Talk Episode 34: Emerging Food Brands
In this episode of Elevator Talk, we hear from emerging food brands, Raised Real, Blake's Seed-Based, Obvi, Brewers Crackers, and Better Than Good Foods.
Elevator Talk Ep. 32: Sweet Amsterdam, Lady Bird Provisions, Patterbar, Kanda Chocolates, Singing Pastures
This week’s special co-host is Mike Fada, the Founder of Manitoba Harvest.
Elevator Talk Episode 31: Husky Beverages, Mortal Kombucha, Diva's Drink, NOCA, and BOMANI Cold Buzz
This episode of Elevator Talk features leaders from Husky Beverages, Mortal Kombucha, Diva’s Drink, NOCA and Bomani. Joining us as our special co-host for this week is Patrick Schwarzenegger.
Elevator Talk Episode 30: PREVAIL Jerky, Imlak'esh Organics, Sunnie, and ELAVI
In this episode of Elevator Talk, four emerging food brands join hosts Mike Schneider and Larry Kahn to discuss their brand, innovations and receive feed back.
Elevator Talk Ep. 29: Projo, Rabbittown, TEN Alkaline Spring Water, Seir Hill and Ivusion
This week’s special co-host is Vanessa Walker, the President of New You Brands.
Elevator Talk Ep. 28: Crafted Energy Littlemore Organics Upcycled Grain Project White Leaf Provisions Mellow Ice Cream
This week’s special co-host is Olivier Colombo, Startup Food & Beverage Consultant, Advisor and Investor.
Elevator Talk Ep. 27: Esse Water, Omni Bev, Brighter Tonic, 100 Coconuts & Cruise Beverages
This week’s special co-host is Tom First, Co-Founder of Nantucket Nectars & Culture Pop, who will share his thoughts, questions and feedback.
Elevator Talk Ep. 26: Vegky, MAGICdATES, Daily Crunch, Super Salad Bar & Malua
This week’s special co-host is Stacy Madison, Co-Founder of Stacy's Pita Chips, who will share her thoughts, questions and feedback with participants.
Elevator Talk Ep. 25: Suu Kuu Botanicals, Sweet Crude, Shroomi, hrbvor, DrinkLyte
This week’s special co-host is Beverage Whisperer, Ken Sadowsky, Senior Food & Beverage Advisor at Verlinvest.
Elevator Talk Ep. 24: BRAVE, B.T.R. Bar, Bumble & Butter, Nemi Holisticks, and Hot Crispy Oil
This week’s special co-host is Sebastian Dreher of Doehler Ventures, who will share his thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.
Elevator Talk Ep. 23: Tandem, Yatta Beverage, AVEC, Free Rain, Rhythm Infused Seltzers
This episode of Elevator Talk features leaders from new and emerging beverage brands. Our special guest host is Patrick Schwarzenegger.
Elevator Talk Ep. 22: Pure Batch, Bazodee, GoNanas, Kubeba, Moody Girl
This week, our special guest host is Tom Spier, the founder & managing partner of Boulder Food Group, who will share his thoughts and feedback.
Elevator Talk Ep. 21: Read the Ingredients, W*nder, La Di Da, M Kombucha, Down to Cook Foods
This week’s special co-host is Daina Trout, Co-Founder & CEO of Health-Ade Kombucha, who will share her thoughts, questions and feedback.
Elevator Talk EP. 20: Dona, AshaPops, Good Wolf, Sunday Provisions, Good Vibes Society
This week our featured guest host is investor and advisor Wes Crain.
Elevator Talk Ep. 19: Spicegrove, On The Rocks Cocktails, RX Water, Wild Willett Food, reBLEND
This week's special co-host is Vanessa Walker, the founder of Millennial Brands.
Elevator Talk Ep. 18: Quokka Brew, RIND Snacks, 3 Mountains Tea, Good Dees, Paleo Pro
This week’s special co-host is Trent Moffat, the owner of Gotham Brand Managers, who will share his thoughts, questions and feedback.
Elevator Talk Ep. 17: SOUND, Aura Bora, Fruitbelt, ReGrained, ENOF
This week’s special co-host is Jennifer Palmer, CEO of Gerber Finance, who will share her thoughts, questions and feedback.
Elevator Talk Ep. 16: Hella Cocktail Co., Doctor D’s, Chase Your Drink, Vibal Energy Tea, Mezcla
This week’s special co-host is Tom Spier, Founder & Managing Partner of Boulder Food Group, who will share his thoughts, questions and feedback.
Elevator Talk Ep. 15: Safe + Fair, BRITE Bites, Black Rifle Coffee, Minna, JAJA
This week’s special co-host is Kari Pedriana, Co-Founder & CEO of Green Spoon, who will share her thoughts, questions and feedback.
Elevator Talk Ep. 14: MALK, The GFB, Just Date, JADA Spices ft. Guest Host Larry Kahn
This week’s special co-host is Larry Kahn, a partner at Beechwood Capital, who will share his thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.
Elevator Talk Ep. 13: Full Bar, Waiakea, Recoup Beverage, Favor
This week’s special co-host is Nicole Dawes, the founder of Late July and Nixie Sparkling Water, who will share her thoughts, questions and feedback.
Elevator Talk Ep. 12: Goldthread, This Saves Lives, Mighty Gum, Pink and Blue, Twisted Alchemy, Capuli Drinks
This week’s special co-host is Sebastian Dreher of Doehler Ventures, who will share his thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.
Elevator Talk Ep. 11: Ocean Spray's Atoka, Suji’s, Sunshine Beverages, MapleMama, Taika
This week’s special co-host Lauren Jupiter, managing partner at AF Ventures, will share her thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.
Elevator Talk Ep. 7: The Snack Brigade, PathWater, Mason Dixie Foods, Ficks Beverage Co.
This week, Patrick Schwarzenegger, an actor, investor, and entrepreneur, will weigh in on the brands from an investor’s perspective.
Elevator Talk Ep. 10: 503 Distilling, DiNoci, Oxigen, Evy Tea
This week’s special co-host is Megan Bent, the founder and managing partner of Harbinger Ventures, who will share her thoughts and feedback.
Elevator Talk Ep. 9: Sproud, Joolies, Organifi, Synapse
This week’s special co-host is actor, investor and entrepreneur Patrick Schwarzenegger, who will offer feedback for each brand.
Elevator Talk Ep. 8: Simply 7 Snacks, Cuvee Coffee, Wedderspoon, Peekaboo Ice Cream, Catalina Crunch
This week's special co-host is Darren Rovell of Tastemaker Capital, who will offer an investor's perspective and provide feedback for each brand.
Elevator Talk Ep. 5: Poppilu, Vital Farms, Genius Juice, Cocoa Metro
This week, Dr. Sebastian Dreher, the Managing Director of Döhler Ventures, will weigh in on the brands from an investor's perspective.
Elevator Talk Ep. 4: Suja, Coolhaus, Poppi, Cappello's, Tempo
This week, we have Darren Rovell, a Partner at Tastemaker Capital and former ESPN reporter, weighing in on the brands and providing feedback.
Elevator Talk Ep. 3: LIFEAID, Rip Van Wafels, True Made Foods, CLEAN Cause
Leaders from 30 food and beverage brands share their #expowest news and chat with today’s host, BevNET CMO Mike Schneider.
Elevator Talk Ep. 2: Humm Kombucha, HIPPEAS, Malk Organics, Belgian Boys, Harmless Harvest, Wildbrine
This is round 2 featuring 30 food and beverage brands including Humm Kombucha, HIPPEAS, Malk Organics, Belgian Boys, Harmless Harvest and Wildbrine.