Mastering Food Marketing with Felicia Trujillo of Food Seen

We dive deep into the intricacies of the food and beverage community's marketing landscape in North Carolina by speaking with Felicia Trujillo, founder and CEO of Food Seen, a marketing agency specializing in food photography and social media. Felicia shares her journey from being a wedding photographer in LA to starting her own marketing agency in Raleigh, offering insights into the evolving world of social media, PR, and marketing for restaurants. They discuss the nuances of food styling, social media strategies, creating cookbooks, and maintaining a vibrant corporate culture. Whether you're a budding restaurateur or just curious about the behind-the-scenes of food marketing, this episode is packed with valuable information and practical tips.   00:00 Introduction to the NCFNB Podcast 00:44 Meet Felicia Trujillo: Founder and CEO of Food Seen 01:23 The Journey to Food Seen 04:50 The Role of Social Media in Food Seen's Success 11:51 Expanding Services: From Photography to PR 16:01 Strategies for Restaurant Marketing and PR 22:29 Building a Strong Corporate Culture 25:05 Building a Positive Work Environment 26:03 Women in Social Media and PR 27:54 Client Collaboration and Communication 29:18 Future Trends in Social Media 29:45 The Complexity of TikTok Marketing 30:56 The Effort Behind Social Media Content 32:28 The Role of Chefs in Social Media 34:14 Navigating Social Media Trends and Algorithms 38:06 The Legacy of Cookbooks 43:19 International Business and Cultural Nuances 46:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts