by Jeff Slater | Jan 11, 2026 | Foodpreneurs, Marketing Advice
I’ve spent four decades in consumer-packaged goods, and I’ve watched thousands of founders chase venture capital, scale recklessly, and sacrifice their core values the moment profitability dipped. So when I got the chance to learn from Daniel Goetz,...
by Jeff Slater | Jan 4, 2026 | Foodpreneurs, Marketing Advice
Indulgence Without Regret Jack Davis and Jacob Tubis Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting with Jacob Tubis and Jack Davis, the founders behind Byte’m Brownie Bites—friends from college who both have families with entrepreneurial roots. Jacob’s family,...
by Jeff Slater | Dec 28, 2025 | Interesting Brands, Marketing Advice
In 2025, I posted 52 blogs that have reached hundreds of thousands of viewers and subscribers. My readers include food and beverage buyers, retailers, marketing professionals, and founders interested in brand and marketing strategy. It is always fascinating to see...
by Jeff Slater | Dec 21, 2025 | Branding Issues, Interesting Brands
Ever hear of Quince? I hadn’t heard of this business until I heard about efforts to disrupt the luxury goods industry. And that, beyond apparel, they were sticking a big toe into the food-and-beverage world. This Quiet Giant Is Reshaping Consumer Expectations...
by Jeff Slater | Dec 14, 2025 | Marketing Advice
Many recently laid-off employees are starting to think about consulting. Several subscribers to my blog have reached out to me for advice. With a challenging job market, trading in the W2 for the W9 may be in the cards. I wanted to share some of my experiences and...
