The CPG industry remains OPAQUE in many ways. It can feel hard to enter it prepared. That's why we're thrilled to have Kai Nortey, the CEO & Co-Founder of kubé, PBC (Public Benefit Corporation) join us to bring a transparent look at how she has built her business to work for her.
kubé is a Black woman-owned artisanal, premium, and luxurious full-fat coconut ice cream womanfacturer and social enterprise, based in Oakland, California. They make their own clean, full-fat coconut cream from mature coconuts, then blend it with organic plant-based food ingredients. You'll hear all about:
Wizes, part II of this episode will be in episode 238 next week. Before then, we want to hear from you in our Instagram or LinkedIn DMs: was there something in this episode that surprised you or that you needed to hear? Find Kai's & kubé's information, as well as our social links, in our full show notes here!
This episode is sponsored by my LIVE Wholesale Success System training on March 26th and 28th! Do you often feel like you’re constantly winging your sales strategy? Like you never actually know if you’re saying the right things in a pitch or if you’re on the right track? If you answered yes to any of these, then come learn my Wholesale Success System. I'm teaching this system on Tuesday, March 26th and again on Thursday, March 28th. Pick the date that works for you, and register for free here!
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242. From Cookies to Cash: 3 Girl Scouts' Sales Strategies to Borrow
241. How to Keep Your Cool and Adjust When SKUs Underperform
240. What Buyers Really Want from You at Trade Shows
239. Hook, Line, and Sinker: Creating Brand Names that Reel In Customers
238. Part II: Kai's Transparent Take on Building Your Biz Conscientiously
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230. Beyond Buzzwords: How Brands Can Start Supporting a More Equitable Industry
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227. My controversial business belief that will change YOUR 2024
226. Our 2024 CPG Forecast: The Good, The Bad, and The Surprising
225. Thriving, Not Just Surviving: Prioritizing Rest as Entrepreneurs
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