From UX Design to Vegan Cheese: The House Party Story ft Lauren Joyner

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿🧀Today, we're joined by Lauren Joyner, founder of House Party, who has transformed a personal craving for vegan queso into a booming business. Dive into Lauren's journey from UX designer to pioneering a healthier, sustainable approach to one of America's favorite comfort foods.🌱Growing up in the South, Lauren was addicted to cheese dip and eventually transitioned to a plant-based diet. She saw an opportunity to create a healthier, vegetable-packed version of cheese dip that could appeal to a broader audience. 👩‍🍳Lauren started her business in a commercial kitchen and eventually scaled up to a co-manufacturer. She focused on creating a delicious product that could compete with traditional cheese dip while being dairy- and allergen-free. 🛒House Party has gained traction in both food service and retail, and Lauren is excited to continue expanding her product line and making a positive impact.🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:00:00 Introduction and Origin Story04:02 Creating a Healthier Alternative to Cheese Dip10:57 Scaling Up and Achieving Shelf Stability25:01 Funding and Growth Strategies for Plant-Based Businesses31:03 Supporting Plant-Based Businesses and Making a Positive Impact✅ Don't Forget To: Like and Subscribe for more inspiring interviews.Share this video with your network of change-makers.Comment below with your thoughts.🔗 Useful Links: https://housepartysnacks.com/📲 Join the Plant-Based On Fire community and connect with us today:>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pbofpodcast>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pbofpodcast/>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pbofpodcast/>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/pbofpodcast/>TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pbofpodcast>Twitter: https://twitter.com/pbofpodcast