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There’s a lot to like about Botrista, Inc. the technology and hardware elements provide a genuinely good solution for QSR and Fast casual Being the grumpy old cynic that I am there are a couple of things to watch ➡️ Anything that is hyping AI so much has distinctly less AI than you’d think ➡️ Celebrating a raise is still weird to me ➡️ The phrase ‘Hyper expansion’ is a cause for concern. I believe Beyond Meat liked that phrase. But on the flip of that ✅ Genuinely a game changer If the supply chain can support the solution ✅ Works equally well for chains and indies ✅ Application across QSR, Fast Casual, Casual Dining, Arenas and events and possibly even casual dining Definitely one to watch and I hope the focus of the team is nailing the US market, using JFC to get their chain element spot on and move on to the next round celebrating some profit. It’s not asset light so the burn on expansion will be real.

What's in and what's out for brewery owners and managers in 2025? 👀 While we could certainly add more to this list, the common sentiment we hear constantly is that scheduling food trucks just takes too much time and energy. We hear you. That's actually why we're here. What would you add to this list? Cheers to a less stressful, more organized and fun year ahead 🍻 #hospitalitytech #hiveylaunch #b2bsoftwarestartup

We're here for more beer, and less paperwork! Optimize your brewing operations with a system like Ekos, and spend more time focusing on what really matters. 🍻 Working with Modist Brewing has been a pleasure, and we love to hear that their team efficiencies have improved since using Ekos. #goekos #modistbrewing #brewerypartnership #breweryoperations #breweryefficiencies #makemorebeer #brewerymanagementsoftware

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Over the course of my career, I’ve learned that building a successful food or beverage brand is as much about the right guidance as it is about grit and innovation. That’s why I’m so proud to introduce the Food Business School (FBS)—a resource designed to empower early-stage founders with the tools, insights, and community they need to succeed in the ever-complex CPG world. At FBS, we’ve distilled decades of industry expertise into a program that guides founders through the most critical aspects of their journey: from recipe formulation and branding to compliance and scaling operations. It’s not just about teaching—it’s about equipping founders to tackle real-world challenges with confidence. For me, this work is deeply personal. I’ve walked the path of bringing ideas to life and navigating the hurdles of growth. I know firsthand how crucial it is to have access to the right knowledge and advisors at the right time. FBS is about bridging that gap and helping founders take bold steps toward turning their dreams into reality. If you’re ready to shape the future of food and beverage, FBS is here to guide you every step of the way. hashtag#FoodBusinessSchool hashtag#HelmsmanGroup hashtag#CPGFounders hashtag#InnovationLeadership hashtag#CPGSuccess Learn more here: https://loom.ly/4k5-UeU

1️⃣ #WSET Level 1 is a great course not just for anyone wanting to take their first step into the wine world for work, but also as an awesome gift for your wine-loving friends! We’re getting ready to launch a new #WSET1 course, so stay tuned for more updates! 😉 #wineschool #winelover #winegift #winestudy

In today’s piece featuring Matthew Gillett of Saddleback BBQ LLC, we talk about: • Getting started as a side hustle in catering  • How there’s no such thing as a perfect business  • The importance of due diligence as you start out • Some funding first steps • The backstory to the founding of Saddleback BBQ! Questions about starting up a food and beverage industry business? Connect with us, and with Matt himself, to get a conversation started! #FlyingWithFounders #FoodIndustry #FounderStories #StartupStories #BusinessTips 

At UC Davis, VEN 124L - Wine Production isn’t just a course; it’s a journey through the intricate, hands-on world of wine production, where students learn to combine technical skills with common sense decision-making. It prepares them not only to understand winemaking as a process, but to appreciate the craft that transforms grapes into a quality bottle of wine. Enjoy this short video as we celebrate #CaliforniaWineMonth!

Happy New Year once again ! Last year I learned that eating an entire pizza by myself in one sitting is still a bad idea, no matter what year it is 🍕😂. But seriously, I'm grateful for the wins and misses of 2024 - they've taught me to be more patient, kind, and pizza-disciplined 🙏🍕. What about you, what were your biggest takeaways from 2024? #NewYearNewLessons,#PizzaLove #PersonalGrowth,#YearInReview #NewYearReflections,#LessonsLearned

Today marks one of my favorite weeks of the year: the sixth annual #BeerCultureSummit! Four days packed to the brim with a combination of virtual programming and in-person events in Chicago from October 16-19. The Beer Culture Center works year-round to tell the global story of beer and how it has shaped humanity, past and present. And the annual Summit brings together the greatest minds in beer: leading historians, brewers, industry experts, value chain partners, academics, researchers, scientists, enthusiasts, and more. 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://lnkd.in/eyAx8_VF This year, I'm excited to moderate a conversation with an impressive group of panelists as we explore a topic that continues to inspire me -- 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗿𝘁 & 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲. I invite you to tune in on 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟬/𝟭𝟴 𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗧 for an exciting and honest conversation with Russell Heissner, Charles Denby, Tom Shellhammer, and Sneha Srikrishnan as we dig into topics like: 🧬 What exactly is biotech and how can it be used to improve sustainability across the beer value chain?  💸 Are these applications accessible for small breweries?  ⚠️ Are they safe for consumers?  ❓ How far is “too far”? After all, Earth is the only planet with craft beer, so let's protect it! #beer #biotech #biotechnology #innovation #sustainability