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podcast· 33:26A New Sip On Wellness: Mood Management With Cannabis Beverages- Tara Rozalowsky
***About Tara Rozalowsky*** Tara is the Vice President of Beverages and Edibles at Canopy Growth, where she leads the innovation and business strategy behind new edible and beverage products and brands. She is responsible for the successful launch of the award-winning Martha Stewart CBD brand, as well as Quatreau, Canopy Growth’s first CBD-infused beverage. Before joining Canopy, Tara served as Vice President and General Manager at ConAgra Brands, where she was responsible for the Better-For-You and Family Meals frozen business, a $1B net sales portfolio. She is recognized in the industry for her work to contemporize and turnaround Healthy Choice and move Conagra’s frozen meals portfolio to a #1 market leading position in health & wellness. Tara has her MBA from Wilfrid Laurier University. The global cannabis beverage market is expected to reach $1.5B by 2025. The opportunity for and growth of this market will not only be fueled by cannabis beverages' compelling offering against alcoho
podcast· 23:21MBA Of Running A Bulk And Private Label Business- Joe Padilla
***About Joe Padilla*** SVP of Business Development , Summerland Wine Brands. 25+ years management experience in public and private enterprises with multi-state locations. Strong emphasis on sales growth, customer acquisition and retention, cost management and staff development. A recent recipient of an MBA degree Sonoma State’s Wine Business Institute, Joe delivers over 25+ years of management experience within both public and private enterprises, included seven years at Terravant where he performed various sales and operation functions, most recently as VP of Winery Sales and Business Development. Prior to joining Terravant, Joe developed and managed many successful business ventures including Twodog Winery, a California-sourced international wine brand, and Trellis Wine Group, a Utah-based wine brokerage. After Trellis was acquired by Youngs Market Company in 2004, Joe remained on as a sales manager before joining High West Distillery in 2009. In this Jeo talks about the sales growt
podcast· 32:06How the Cannabis Beverage Industry Can Succeed in California (Panel)
***About The Panel*** Aaron Silverstein - CBA President, VP of Production & BD of House of Saka. David Quintana - CBA Lobbyist, Founder of Resolute Company. Jim Baudino- Brand Builder, Cannabis & Hemp Industry Advocate, Advisor. Political Representative ***About Cannabis Drinks Expo*** "From hemp-based sports drinks to cocktails that get you high, science has finally cracked the code to making cannabis beverages that don't taste awful", quoted Jonathan Bloom from NBC Bay Area News. The first Cannabis Drinks Expo was a huge success that gave the worldwide drinks industry, and North America in particular, the chance to come together and look at ways it can address legalized cannabis. Hosted by the Beverage Trade Network, this expo shined a spotlight on the skyrocketing legal cannabis market and provided insight into its future brimming with opportunity. For More Information visit https://cannabisdrinksexpo.com *** About the Organizers*** Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leadi
podcast· 33:02Session On Sustainability- Martin Reyes
***About Martin Reyes, MW*** A first-generation American, Martin is the first Master of Wine of Mexican descent. With a prolific career as a buyer, importer, educator, speaker, judge, writer, and winemaker, he has held influential roles in many sectors of the industry. Martin’s wine story began with an over-indulgent dinner while studying in Paris as a Stanford undergraduate and, by 2003, he was stocking shelves at K&L Wine Merchants in California. After managing St. Helena Wine Center for several years, Martin was hired as the principal buyer & importer for prominent wine club programs for partners such as The New York Times, Food & Wine Magazine, and Williams-Sonoma. In 2015, he was named one of Wine Enthusiast’s Top Forty under Forty Tastemakers. In this session Martin discusses why is sustainability important? and how your winery, brewery and distillery can start prioritizing it. *** About IBWSS *** The International Bulk Wine and Spirits Show is an annual trade show and conference
podcast· 15:17Working With Distributors: Joy Hudson
***About Joy Hudson*** Joy Hudson built one of Oregon’s largest cannabis distributors from 2017 to 2020 before launching Nimble, a mission-driven cannabis wholesaler, this spring. That mission: to begin to heal the damage done by the failed war on drugs. See you in the sky. Joy Hudson in this she shares tips for brands looking to effectively work with distributors. ***About Cannabis Drinks Expo*** "From hemp-based sports drinks to cocktails that get you high, science has finally cracked the code to making cannabis beverages that don't taste awful", quoted Jonathan Bloom from NBC Bay Area News. The first Cannabis Drinks Expo was a huge success that gave the worldwide drinks industry, and North America in particular, the chance to come together and look at ways it can address legalized cannabis. Hosted by the Beverage Trade Network, this expo shined a spotlight on the skyrocketing legal cannabis market and provided insight into its future brimming with opportunity. For More Information v
podcast· 29:25Effective Ways Of Working With Regional Chains- Bruce Abbott
***About Bruce Abbott*** Bruce Abbott is a life-long Alaskan and 17-year veteran of the Wine & Spirits Industry. From crafting cocktails while managing a local brewpub, to selling wine & spirits to Alaskan resorts outside Denali Park for a local distributor, and then designing and opening a boutique wine shop, Bruce has seen the business from all sides and along the way has tasted thousands of wines and spirits. Bruce now manages the wine & spirits categories for Brown Jug, Alaska's largest alcohol retailer. There he leverages his palate and experience to introduce exciting new wines and spirits to the Alaskan market. In this he discusses ways suppliers can offer their private and control label programs and work with regional chains like his. *** About IBWSS *** The International Bulk Wine and Spirits Show is an annual trade show and conference, open to trade professionals only, which takes place in San Francisco, CA. IBWSS visitors are buyers looking to meet up their demand for bulk w
podcast· 33:52Water Compatible Cannabis Extract Nanoemulsions: Dr. Alexey Peshkovsky
***About DR. ALEXEY PESHKOVSKY*** DR. ALEXEY PESHKOVSKY President & CSO, Industrial Sonomechanics, LLC Dr. A. Peshkovsky is Co-founder, President and Chief Scientific Officer of Industrial Sonomechanics (ISM). He is responsible for defining the company’s strategic direction and overseeing the development of its technology and applications. Dr. Peshkovsky received his B.A. in Chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania and Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Columbia University. ***About Cannabis Drinks Expo*** "From hemp-based sports drinks to cocktails that get you high, science has finally cracked the code to making cannabis beverages that don't taste awful", quoted Jonathan Bloom from NBC Bay Area News. The first Cannabis Drinks Expo was a huge success that gave the worldwide drinks industry, and North America in particular, the chance to come together and look at ways it can address legalized cannabis. Hosted by the Beverage Trade Network, this expo shined a spotlight on the skyrock
podcast· 20:14Customizing Bulk Spirits To Craft Unique & Game - Changing Brands: Nick Scarff
*** About Nick Scarff *** Nick Scarff is Master Blender and Vice President of Business Development at Next Century Spirits. He spearheads product formulation and manages to blend for optimum quality and consistency. Nick is a graduate of North Carolina State University with a degree in Bioprocessing Science. He was a fermentation researcher at State before taking roles at distilled spirits technology companies Terressentia Corporation and later, Horner International. Nick has earned more than two dozen medals in international tasting competitions for products he has developed. Throughout his career, he has worked as a freelance spirits consultant, helping distilleries and brands with product development, inventory management, quality control systems, business strategies, and regulatory compliance. In this talk, Nick discusses a variety of topics, including how swift iteration and high-quality product development are key to maintaining brand loyalty, especially from younger consumers, h
podcast· 39:33Contract Manufacturing For Cannabis Infused Beverages- Rick Gillis
***About Rick Gillis*** Richard (Rick) was previously the President of Young’s Market Company, one of the USA’s largest beverage alcohol distributors, with a presence in virtually every market in the Western United States. In this talk Rick will discuss how to scale with contract manufacturing and cover factors like capability, quality, food safety, compliance, potency and distribution. ***About Cannabis Drinks Expo*** "From hemp-based sports drinks to cocktails that get you high, science has finally cracked the code to making cannabis beverages that don't taste awful", quoted Jonathan Bloom from NBC Bay Area News. The first Cannabis Drinks Expo was a huge success that gave the worldwide drinks industry, and North America in particular, the chance to come together and look at ways it can address legalized cannabis. Hosted by the Beverage Trade Network, this expo shined a spotlight on the skyrocketing legal cannabis market and provided insight into its future brimming with opportunity.
podcast· 25:30Global Bulk Wine Market & Trends: Todd Azevedo
*** About Todd Azevedo *** Wine & Grape Broker, Partner at Ciatti Todd Azevedo joined the Ciatti Company in 2005 after completing his Agricultural Finance degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Although brokering wine, grapes, and wine products through the state of California, Todd focus is on the California Central Coast industry. Todd appreciates the people and places his work allows him to come in contact with while serving as a source of real time information. *** About IBWSS *** The International Bulk Wine and Spirits Show is an annual trade show and conference, open to trade professionals only, which takes place in San Francisco, CA. IBWSS visitors are buyers looking to meet up their demand for bulk wines, bulk spirits, private label programs, grape buying or contract manufacturing. IBWSS San Francisco will give supermarkets, retailers, restaurants, wineries, distilleries, and other buyers a premier international platform to source bulk wine and spirits and meet private label supp
podcast· 22:37Episode 27 : How to grow your bulk and private label business in National Chain - Kryss Speegle MW
To the point conversation on how to grow your bulk wine, spirits and Private label business with Kryss Speegle MW. Kryss Speegle MW has held sales, production and educational roles in the wine industry for nearly 20 years. She has an M.S. in Food Science/Enology from U.C. Davis and her practical training included harvests in Germany and New Zealand as well as California. After working extensively in the Sonoma Valley, in 2011 Kryss joined O’Neill Vintners & Distillers, a leading supplier of California bulk wine and spirits, where she has worked in winemaking, sales and business development. She also teaches at the Napa Valley Wine Academy, where her classes include the WSET curriculum and custom-designed programs for private clients. ***About the Organisers: Beverage Trade Network*** Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world'
podcast· 22:19Episode 26 : What are the independent drinks merchants really looking for - Walter Hamlin
In this episode Sid Patel, CEO of Beverage Trade Network sits down with Walter Hamlin, Wine Director at Oakville Wine Merchant & Oakville Grocery, California. In this episode you will learn how to craft your pitch and sell your brands to a buyer that takes care of: The On-Trade, Off Trade and Online. ***About the Organizers: Beverage Trade Network*** Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world's leading beer, wine, spirit and non-alcoholic drink producers provides our importers and distributors an advantage to source and innovate their portfolios. Know more about BTN: https://www.beveragetradenetwork.com/ For More Insightful Content Subscribe to Our Channel 👇 ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeverageTradeNetwork/ ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beveragetradenetwork/ ►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beverage
podcast· 28:31Episode 25 : Prioritizing Sustainability In Your Drinks Business and How To Start - Martin Reyes
In this episode, Sid Patel, CEO of Beverage Trade Network sits down with Martin Reyes, Master of Wine and Founder Of Reyes Wine Group to discuss why is sustainability important? and how your winery, brewery and distillery make can start prioritizing it. By listening to this episode you will get tactical insights on where to start, and why that is also a good business strategy moving forward. ***About the Organizers: Beverage Trade Network*** Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world's leading beer, wine, spirit and non-alcoholic drink producers provides our importers and distributors an advantage to source and innovate their portfolios. Know more about BTN: https://www.beveragetradenetwork.com/ For More Insightful Content Subscribe to Our Channel 👇 ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeverageTradeNetwork/ ►Instagram: https:/
podcast· 19:45Episode 24 : What Are Regional Chains Really Looking For - Bruce Abbott
In this episode Sid Patel, CEO of BTN sits with Bruce Abbott, wine and spirits category buyer for Brown Jug, Alaska, How to get into regional chains, State of the Union(what's going on in the Wine & Spirits Industry), especially in places like Alaska, what trends we're seeing post-covid. And most importantly, what a buyer wants from a brand looking to enter into these regional chains, what do they look for and why they would buy your product! *** About Bartender Spirits Awards *** Bartender Spirits Awards Aims To Deliver The Best Spirits For On-Premise Sector In USA. Register Your Brands Here: How To Enter : https://bartenderspiritsawards.com/en/how-to-enter-312.htm Key Dates and Deadlines: https://bartenderspiritsawards.com/en/key-deadlines-and-pricing-313.htm Using the tagline “Judged By Bartenders, Bar Managers and Off-Premise Managers For The On-Premise Industry,” the Bartender Spirits Awards will recognize, encourage, promote and celebrate excellence in the U.S. drinks industry. T
podcast· 7:2804/05/2020 : USA sees five fold shoot up in online sales
Tune in to BTN Weekly News for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry. In today's episode hear more about: * USA sees five-fold shoot up in online sales * AB Inbev wins corn syrup battle against Molson Coors * Brown Forman extends subsidiary into the UK * Halewood to shut down operations and cut down staff * Diageo seems to be the most spoken about brand Get Drinks Delivered website link: https://getdrinksdelivered.com/en/ Sources: Nielsen AB InBev press room The Spirits Business Halewood Wines & Spirits Global Data
podcast· 12:23How To Meet Demand During A Crisis : Grow Your Beverage Brand - Episode 11
In this episode of Grow Your Beverage Brand, hosted by Anna Anand, we talk about how wineries, distilleries, and breweries can switch up their distribution channels to meet the demands of customers during unprecedented situations we're facing right now. We would love to get in touch with you and have discussions as well. Contact us at anna@beveragetradenetwork.com Or connect with Anna https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-anand-2b0230185/
podcast· 6:2727/04/2020 : Alcohol sales in the UK on a rise
Tune in to BTN Weekly News for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry. In today's episode hear more about: * Alcohol sales in the UK on a rise * Cannabis Farm in Santa Barbara gets a thumbs up * Sotheby’s Hong Kong holds largest online spirits sale * US off-premise sales boost up * Italy talks about reopening bars Sources: Office for National Statistics The Drinks Business Sotheby's Hong Kong Santa Barbara Independent Nielsen
podcast· 8:21Leveraging Retail Presence During A Crisis : Grow Your Beverage Brand - Episode 10
With on-premise establishments shutting down, the best route to take is the retail route. In this episode of Grow Your Beverage Brand, Anna Anand, Editor in Chief at Beverage Trade Network talks about how wine, beer, and spirits brands can leverage the most of their retail presence.
podcast· 15:43Episode 23 : Leadership In Crisis - Sid Patel
The coronavirus pandemic has placed extraordinary demands on leaders in business and beyond. The massive scale of the outbreak and its sheer unpredictability make it challenging for executives to respond. In this episode on TWWWS Sid Patel, CEO BeverageTradeNetwork, guides us how to respond to the crisis in a effective way and many more. ***About the Organisers: Beverage Trade Network*** Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world's leading beer, wine, spirit and non-alcoholic drink producers provides our importers and distributors an advantage to source and innovate their portfolios. Know more about BTN: https://www.beveragetradenetwork.com/ For More Insightful Content Subscribe to Our Channel 👇 ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeverageTradeNetwork/ ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beveragetradenetwork/ ►LinkedIn: htt
podcast· 5:0820/04/2020 : UK Restaurant Wine Specialists Offer Home Delivery
Tune in to BTN Weekly News for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry. In today's episode hear more about: * UK Restaurant Wine Specialists Offer Home Delivery * CAMPARI TAKES OUT €750M LOAN * Jameson supports bartenders during the pandemic with online platform * Ian Peart promoted to Commercial Director at Pernod Ricard UK * Alcohol intake increase in Canada Sources: The Spirits Business Campari Press Room Pernod Ricard Press Room
podcast· 11:5810 Ideas For Wineries To Sell - Episode 2
Welcome to the Covid-19 Business Adapt podcast series for the #drinksindustry. Episode #2 : 10 Ideas For Wineries To Sell. The coronavirus outbreak has caused an emergency situation across the world. For this reason, there is need to adapt your sales strategies which will help you survive and secure for future, here in the episode #2 are the best 10 ideas you can follow to keep up your wine sales. ***About the Organisers: Beverage Trade Network*** Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world's leading beer, wine, spirit and non-alcoholic drink producers provides our importers and distributors an advantage to source and innovate their portfolios. Know more about BTN: https://www.beveragetradenetwork.com/ For More Insightful Content Subscribe to Our Channel 👇 ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeverageTradeNetwork/ ►Instagram: h
podcast· 15:52Leadership In Crisis - Sid Patel: Grow Your Beverage Brand - Episode 9
In this episode, we go into an excerpt from the first BTN Online Course "What Wineries & Distilleries can do in the next 60 days". In this excerpt, we will shine the light on leadership crisis, and how leaders can handle the situation right now. The BTN online course is held by Sid Patel, and the 1st course includes talks about leadership in crisis, risks. and 15 things wineries and distilleries can do. To access the whole talk, log onto -put btn online course link- https://beveragetradenetwork.com/en/btn-online-courses/what-wineries-and-distilleries-can-do-in-the-next-60-days-7.htm
podcast· 7:47Decision Making - Episode 01
Welcome to the Covid-19 Business Adapt podcast series for the #drinksindustry. Episode #1: Decision making. In this episode, Sid Patel, CEO of Beverage Trade Network gives thoughtful insights into Decision Making. Using a step-by-step approach is an efficient way to make thoughtful, informed decisions that will have a positive impact on your long-term goals. ***About the Organisers: Beverage Trade Network*** Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world's leading beer, wine, spirit and non-alcoholic drink producers provides our importers and distributors an advantage to source and innovate their portfolios. Know more about BTN: https://www.beveragetradenetwork.com/ For More Insightful Content Subscribe to Our Channel 👇 ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeverageTradeNetwork/ ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beveragetradene
podcast· 8:1413/04/2020 : Naked wines opens up to new customers
Tune in to BTN Weekly News for news and updates straight from the heart of the beverage industry. In today's episode hear more about: * Naked wines opens up to new customers * Modelo pauses Corona beer production * Breakthru Bev donates to provide meals * Diageo gives more info on their fiscal year * Beverage Trade Network to launch a solution for the industry