Manufacturing Secrets and Building Food & Beverage Brands With David Boyle

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In this episode, David Boyle, an experienced founder and expert in the food and beverage industry, shares his journey and lessons for entrepreneurs.

David started his career working in his family’s denim business before moving into the food and beverage space.

What began as an idea to open a coffee shop led him to discover coffee fruit, eventually creating a coffee fruit bar company.

He talks about the challenges he faced, including trademark problems and intellectual property issues, and explains why it’s so important for entrepreneurs to own their recipes and have solid agreements with co-packers.

David breaks down the manufacturing process, explaining the differences between turnkey and tolling models.

He gives practical advice on which model might be best for different entrepreneurs, as well as tips on how to manage costs and avoid common mistakes.

He also highlights the importance of emotional resilience, growing at a steady pace, and having a clear plan to attract the right manufacturing partners.

David shares valuable tips on navigating the food and beverage industry, including building relationships with co-packers, managing costs, and networking with others in the field.

Now, with his company Boyle Brands, David helps food and beverage businesses by finding the right manufacturing partners and providing support to bring their products from idea to market.

This episode is filled with stories, advice, and lessons about building and growing successful food and beverage brands.

It’s a must-listen for entrepreneurs looking to make an impact in the CPG space.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction 00:32 David’s Founder Journey Begins 01:47 The Coffee Fruit Discovery 02:48 Challenges and Lessons in Manufacturing 05:30 Trademark Troubles and Business Growth 07:48 Navigating the Food and Beverage Industry 18:11 Selling the Bar Company and New Opportunities 23:59 The Accidental Business Journey 24:55 Understanding Co-Packers 27:04 Turnkey vs. Tolling Explained 30:15 Challenges with Co-Packers 35:07 Owning Your Recipe 42:10 Finding the Right Manufacturer48:47 Crucial Skills for Food Entrepreneurs 52:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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