You don’t have to look far to find powerful support for your food business—sometimes, the best resources are right in your backyard.

In this episode, I’m sharing 3 local gems that every food founder should know about. These are community-based resources, programs, and partners that can help you grow, scale, and stay inspired—whether you're still making products at home or prepping for retail.

If you're building a better-for-you brand and want support that’s accessible, affordable, and aligned with your mission, this episode will help you tap into what’s already around you.

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In this week’s Founder Spotlight, I sit down with Yohannes Petros, founder of Hannes Hummus, to talk about his journey of bringing a clean, better-for-you hummus to market — and the resilience it takes to grow a food brand in today’s world.

From staying true to his values to navigating production, branding, and customer education, Yohannes shares the highs, the lessons, and what’s kept him going.

If you're in the early stages of building a purpose-driven product or facing roadblocks while scaling — this episode will remind you that you’re not alone.

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Getting ready for a plant trial? Don’t just wing it.

Whether you’re scaling from a commercial kitchen or working with a co-manufacturer for the first time, your plant trial is a critical moment in your food business journey. It’s where your product meets real-world production — and the stakes are high.

In this episode, I share 5 essential things every food founder should prepare before stepping into a plant trial. From confirming your batch size and ingredient specs to knowing what to bring (and what to ask), this episode will help you show up confident, clear, and ready to get the most out of your trial.

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Being a food founder can feel lonely — especially when you’re the one making all the decisions. But what if you didn’t have to figure it all out alone?

In this episode, we’re talking about the game-changing role of mentors in helping food founders grow with confidence. I’ll share how mentorship has shaped my own journey and why every founder—whether you're just starting or scaling—can benefit from the wisdom of someone who’s been there.

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After 20+ episodes supporting food founders, I want to hear from you.

• What questions are on your mind?
• What challenges are you facing right now?
• What topics would help you move your business forward?

This podcast was created to support founders like you—those building purpose-driven food brands, navigating growth from the kitchen or Comm ercial kitchensto manufacturing, and doing it all while balancing family, work, and the dream of freedom.

In this short episode, I’m opening up the mic to hear your voice. Whether it’s a quick question, a topic suggestion, or feedback on what’s helped you most so far—your input will shape future episodes.

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Want to grow your food business without squeezing your profit margins? It starts with your ingredients.

In this episode, we’re talking about one of the most powerful—and often overlooked—ways to improve your bottom line: ingredient optimization. Whether you’re scaling up production, sourcing more consistently, or just trying to make your recipe more efficient, the right ingredient strategy can unlock serious savings without compromising on quality.

You’ll walk away with clear, actionable steps to help you keep more money in your business and create products that are built to scale.

Congratulations to Listener Michelle for winning the 1hr Food business Scaling Strategy Consultation :)

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Scaling a food business takes more than a great recipe—it takes strategy, systems, and the right support.

In this episode of Baked in Science, I sit down with fellow food industry consultant Mark Floerke for a real, behind-the-scenes conversation on what it actually takes to go from kitchen success to commercial scale. From ingredient sourcing to co-manufacturing, we talk through the decisions that make or break a growing food brand.

Whether you're thinking about co-packing, refining your operations, or just wondering when to make your next big move—this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and a few “I wish I’d known this sooner” moments.

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The food industry is shifting—and the founders who stay relevant are the ones who stay innovative.
In this episode, I break down why innovation isn’t just a nice-to-have, but a must-have, especially as AI begins to impact how we cost, source, formulate, and scale.

Whether you’re creating your first product or preparing for national growth, this one’s for you.

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