The Good Food CFO Podcast
Food Industry Finances are unique, and no one understands them better than The Good Food CFO.
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Episode 105 :: The Rise and Fall of Foxtrot: Lessons on Funding, Expansion and Cash Management
In this episode, Sarah and Chelsea delve into the story of Foxtrot - the convenience store delivery business that soared with ambition but faced the stark reality of rapid expansion. Founded in 2015, Foxtrot's initial success was noteworthy, but the journey from a single retail location to seven, plus the leap into the Dallas market, provides a cautionary tale about the perils of scaling up too fast.
Episode 104 :: BABOYOT with Jeff Wiguna of Kuju Coffee: How a Clear Vision, Consistency & Patience Lead to Success
In this BABOYOT episode, Sarah welcomes Jeff Wiguna to the show. The co-founder and CEO of Kuju Coffee shares how they built the leading single-serve pour over brand in the US built on the foundation of their outdoor roots.
Episode 103 :: The Realities of Investment and Good Food Business: A Candid Conversation with Melissa Facchina About Finding the Right Investor and Navigating Expectations
In this episode, Sarah Delevan is joined by Melissa Facchina, Co-Founder & Co-Managing Partner of Siddhi Capital. They discuss the evolution of funding in the food industry. The investment world is tricky, and Melissa didn't shy away from discussing the pressures and expectations that come with it. They dove into the importance of picking the right investors and staying true to your business's core values, especially in today's capital-constrained environment. She emphasized the need for practicality and sound business fundamentals amidst investor pressure for growth.
Episode 62 :: Creating Wealth for Businesses and Communities with Jackie Chan
Have you been looking for a way to access funding for your business that doesn’t include giving up your equity, doesn’t involve traditional bank loans, and doesn’t come with huge interest rates?
In this episode, Sarah is joined by Jackie Chan, COO and Co-Founder of SMBX - the Small Business Bond™ marketplace that connects qualified U.S. small and medium businesses with people in their communities who want to invest in them. Together they are discussing how the SMBX business model is disrupting traditional funding methods for Good Food Businesses.