EPISODE · Oct 3, 2025 · 35 MIN
E311: Dexter Jacobs - From Caribbean Roots to U.S. Shelves: Growing Food Brands with Culture and Tech
from Back2Basics: Reconnecting to the essence of YOU · host Dexter Jacobs, Leticia van Splunteren, Leticia Latino van Splunteren, Leticia Latino
Learn more about Dexter at:www.houseofbelovedbrands.comShow Notes[0:28] 🇹🇹 Dexter shares his adventurous Caribbean childhood and early passions.[4:14] 🎨 From storytelling and art to career dreams—staying loyal to your passion.[7:34] 🌎 Turning Caribbean heritage into a mission to help brands thrive in the U.S.[12:25] 🥘 Promoting ethnic foods, healthier options, and community solidarity.[15:35] 🎉 Celebrating Caribbean culture, resilience, and culinary fusion.[20:12]) 👨👩👧👦 Leading a family business, navigating succession, and innovating with technology.[24:31] 🚀 Building House of Beloved Brands to support small manufacturers and mainstream growth.[26:53] 💪 Overcoming barriers in corporate America with perseverance and purpose.[32:33] ✨ Faith, giving back, and staying connected to your passion as a driving force. Please leave a review or send us a Voice note letting us know what you enjoyed at:Back2Basics reconnecting to the essence of YOU (podpage.com)Follow us on IG and FB @Back2BasicsPodcast
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In this episode of Back to Basics, we meet Dexter Jacobs, a Caribbean-American entrepreneur and President of Jacobs Imports Inc. Raised in Trinidad and Tobago, Dexter shares how his cultural roots, creative spirit, and personal resilience shaped his journey—from leading a family business to launching House of Beloved Brands, a platform helping Caribbean and Latin American brands thrive in the U.S. We talk about building inclusive supply chains, celebrating heritage through food, and using business as a tool for community and equity. Get ready for a story of legacy, innovation, and purpose-driven leadership.
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E311: Dexter Jacobs - From Caribbean Roots to U.S. Shelves: Growing Food Brands with Culture and Tech
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