117. Navigating the High Seas of Food Production and Business Ownership with Brian Chin and Jade McConnell from Morgan’s Harbour

2023-03-27

Episode highlights: The inception of Morgan's Harbour as a family business and Brian and Jade's role in taking it over. The challenges and opportunities of running a Jamaican patty business, including managing production, navigating the pandemic, staying competitive in a crowded market and adapting to industry changes. The early days of sales and how Morgan's Harbour's sales and marketing strategy has evolved over time. Hiring challenges, training and creating consistency in...

Episode highlights:

The inception of Morgan's Harbour as a family business and Brian and Jade's role in taking it over.
The challenges and opportunities of running a Jamaican patty business, including managing production, navigating the pandemic, staying competitive in a crowded market and adapting to industry changes.
The early days of sales and how Morgan's Harbour's sales and marketing strategy has evolved over time.
Hiring challenges, training and creating consistency in production.
Morgan's Harbour's future plans and ambitions, including expanding the brand, introducing new products, and maintaining quality and tradition.

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Morgan's Harbour, HQ’d in Port Coquitlam, BC is owned and operated by partners Brian Chin and Jade McConnell, who produce authentic Jamaican patties in three delicious flavors using fresh and high-quality ingredients.

As a Jamaican native, Brian has dedicated himself to creating a true patty experience, and along with Jade, their primary goal is to share this comfort food with those seeking a unique culinary experience.

Customers can enjoy the delicious flavors of their patties through various avenues, including curbside pickup fresh from their production room door (delivery is available on Skip the Dishes, Uber Eats, and DoorDash), weekend farmers markets and dozens of retail partners throughout the lower mainland. Additionally, their patties can be conveniently purchased online through Spud.ca and Fresh Prep.

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