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Expo West 2022 Recap - Spring break vibes, best bites, buyers aplenty, cheeky swag, and more

The Startup CPG Podcast · 22 Mar 2022 · 35m · Episode 14

What this episode covers

Host Jesse Freitag recaps Expo West 2022 with perspectives from Startup CPG founder Daniel Scharff (CEO of Machu Picchu Energy), Jenna Movsowitz, and Monica Watrous (Managing Editor of Food Business News). First-time exhibitors like Renee Dunn of Amazi Foods, Kim Biddle of Sow Good, and Emily Griffith of Lil Bucks share their experiences securing buyer meetings and navigating the massive event. The group highlights the strong community spirit, the success of the Startup CPG Alley Rally for smaller brands, and key industry trends such as plant-based innovation and celebrity presence.

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early-stage companies and companies scaling up

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Amazi Foods, Sow Good, Lil Bucks, Mezcla, SpiceWell, Grounded Foods, UNiTE Food, Twrl Milk Tea, Machu Picchu Energy, Food Business News, Food Entrepreneur, Startup CPG, Midday Squares, Dope, Dream Pops, Sparrow Food, Snacklands, Rowdy Mermaid, Uproot Teas

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