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Market Plate
by Mike Wangbickler
Market Plate is the premier podcast designed exclusively for Food & Beverage leaders who are navigating a rapidly evolving industry landscape. With over two decades of proven expertise in scaling premium wine and spirits brands, our podcast delivers in-depth conversations with top executives—from founders to C-suite decision-makers—focusing on the challenges and opportunities unique to the F&B category.Market Plate is your blueprint for success—where industry evolution meets executive expertise, enabling you to drive sustainable growth and premium positioning in the dynamic F&B marketplace.
Episodes
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Episode 25 - Bashir Chedrawee - Simone's Kitchen
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Bashir Chedrawee, the founder of Simone's Kitchen, a fast-casual restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine. Bashir shares his journey from aspiring medical professional to food entrepreneur, detailing how he and his…
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Episode 24 - Lisa Hurwitz - HAPPI
In this episode of Market Plate, Michael Wangbickler speaks with Lisa Hurwitz from HAPPI about the emerging market of THC beverages. They discuss the unique product offerings of HAPPI, which focus on low-dose, hemp-derived THC drinks designed for women. Lisa explains the differences between...
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Episode 23 - Bruce Osterhaven - Big O Smokehouse
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler interviews Bruce Osterhaven from Big O, a company specializing in smoked fish products. Bruce shares the origins of the company, founded by his grandfather and father, and discusses the challenges and opportunities in the seafood industry,...
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Episode 22 - Jared Smith - Perfect Hydration
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Jared Smith, Executive Vice President of Perfect Hydration, about the challenges and opportunities in the food and beverage industry, particularly focusing on the alkaline water market. They discuss the company's journey,...
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Episode 21 - Kim Gandhi - Food Fire + Knives
In this episode of Market Plate, host Mike Wangbickler speaks with Kim Gandhi, founder of Food Fire Knives, about the private chef industry. They discuss the unique experience private chefs offer compared to traditional catering, the business model of Food Fire Knives, and the growth of the…
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Episode 20 - Jason Burke - New Primal
In this conversation, Michael Wangbickler interviews Jason Burke, the founder of a successful meat snacks company. Jason shares his unexpected journey into the food industry, driven by personal experiences with health and nutrition. He discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, including...
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Episode 19 - Katherine Harvey - Bare Bones
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Katherine Harvey, co-founder of Bare Bones, about the evolution of their bone broth products, the challenges of navigating the food and beverage industry, and the importance of protein in consumer diets. They discuss the market...
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Episode 18 - Jimmy Kleiman - Uncle Arnie's
In this episode of Market Plate, Michael Wangbickler speaks with Jimmy Kleiman, COO of Uncle Arnie's, about the evolving landscape of THC beverages. They discuss the company's journey since its inception in 2020, the trends driving growth in the THC beverage market, and the importance of consumer...
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Episode 17 - Liz Butts - Sprinkle Pop
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Liz Butts, founder of Sprinkle Pop, about her journey from cake decorating to creating a successful sprinkle business. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the food and beverage industry, the importance of...
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Episode 16 - Michael Dean - Cali Sober
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Michael Dean from Cali Sober about the emerging market of THC-infused beverages. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the beverage industry, particularly focusing on the rise of alternative drinks among younger...
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Episode 15 - Scott O'Malley - clr!ty
In this episode of MarketPlate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Scott O'Malley from clr!ty, a THC beverage company. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the THC beverage market, including product lines, dosage, market trends, consumer education, and the impact of legislation and...
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Episode 14 - Bobby Barton - RPC Brands
In this episode of Market Plate, Michael Wangbickler speaks with Bobby Barton about the evolving landscape of the beverage industry, focusing on the challenges and opportunities for emerging brands. Bobby shares insights on building RPC Brands, the importance of consumer connection, and the need...
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Episode 13 - Anne Djerai - Metropolis Coffee
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Anne Djerai, CEO of Metropolis Coffee, about the evolving landscape of the coffee industry. They discuss the company's culture, innovations, and the impact of consumer preferences on coffee consumption. Anne shares insights on...
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Episode 12 - Chad Copher - Heringer Estates
In this episode, Michael Wangbickler interviews Chad Copher, the general manager of Heringer Estates, a family-run winery in Clarksburg, California. They discuss Chad's journey into the wine industry, the history and operations of Heringer Estates, and the challenges the wine market is currently...
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Episode 11 - Alex Sarnow - Spruce Confections
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Alex Sarnow from Spruce Confections about the challenges and opportunities in the baked goods industry. They discuss the company's growth plans, market trends, specialty baked goods, and the challenges faced by the industry,...
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Episode 10 - Pete Ferrari - Jaca Sugar
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Pete Ferrari, the founder of Healthy for Life Foods, about his entrepreneurial journey and the introduction of Jaka sugar, a healthier alternative to traditional sugar. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the food...
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Episode 9 - Alanna Ti'a - Sugar, Butter, & Flour
In this conversation, Alanna Ti'a shares her journey as a solopreneur in the baking industry, discussing the challenges and opportunities she faced while establishing her home bakery. She emphasizes the importance of adapting to market trends, understanding cottage food laws, and leveraging SEO…
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Episode 8 - Josh Rothstein - Redstone Foods
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Josh Rothstein from Redstone Foods about the current challenges in the candy industry. They discuss market trends, consumer behavior, the impact of tariffs, and the shift towards online business models. Rothstein shares…
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Episode 7 - Vincent Beretta - Tres Lecheria
In this episode of Market Plate, host Mike speaks with Vincent Beretta of Tres Lecheria about the challenges and opportunities in the food and beverage industry, particularly in the dessert sector. They discuss the journey of Cubes Baking Company, the impact of the pandemic, market trends towards...
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Episode 6 - Justin Honeysuckle - Tended Bar
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Justin Honeysuckle, co-founder of Tended Bar, an innovative automated cocktail dispensing system. They discuss the evolution of Tended Bar, its unique features, and the challenges faced in the hospitality industry, especially...
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Episode 5 - Jody Hall - Wunderground
In this episode of Market Plate, Michael Wangbickler speaks with Jody Hall, founder of Wunderground, about the innovative approach to coffee that incorporates adaptogens for wellness. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the food and beverage industry, particularly in the coffee…
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Episode 4 - Jim Birch - Salsa Queen
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Jim Birch, co-founder of Salsa Queen, about the journey of the company, its innovative product lines, and the challenges faced in the food and beverage industry. Jim shares insights on managing hyper growth, supply chain...
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Episode 3 - Charles Alpers - Zeppole Bakery
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Charles Alpers from Zeppole Bakery about the challenges and opportunities in the food and beverage industry. They discuss the evolution of the bakery, competition, rising costs, and the importance of consumer education…
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Episode 2 - Michael Memsic - Sanitas Brewing
In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler speaks with Michael Memsic, co-founder and CEO of Sanitas Brewing, about the challenges and opportunities in the craft brewing industry. They discuss the journey of Sanitas Brewing, the importance of community, navigating competition,...
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Epsiode 1 - Mark Samuel - CPG Entrepreneur
Summary In this episode of Market Plate, host Michael Wangbickler engages with Mark Samuel, a seasoned entrepreneur in the food and beverage industry. They discuss the current challenges and opportunities within the CPG sector, the importance of having a strong product and brand story, and the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Market Plate is the premier podcast designed exclusively for Food & Beverage leaders who are navigating a rapidly evolving industry landscape. With over two decades of proven expertise in scaling premium wine and spirits brands, our podcast delivers in-depth conversations with top executives—from founders to C-suite decision-makers—focusing on the challenges and opportunities unique to the F&B category.Market Plate is your blueprint for success—where industry evolution meets executive expertise, enabling you to drive sustainable growth and premium positioning in the dynamic F&B marketplace.
HOSTED BY
Mike Wangbickler
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Market Plate is the premier podcast designed exclusively for Food & Beverage leaders who are navigating a rapidly evolving industry landscape. With over two decades of proven expertise in scaling premium wine and spirits brands, our podcast delivers in-depth conversations with top executives—from...
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