by Jeff Slater | Oct 5, 2025 | Foodpreneurs, Marketing Advice
In the crowded world of natural peanut butter, where countless brands vie for shelf space with their earnest brown jars and wholesome messaging, One Trick Pony has done something remarkable. They’ve taken what many consider a category weakness. This annoying oil...
by Jeff Slater | Sep 28, 2025 | Branding Issues, Marketing Advice
The most successful entrepreneurs today aren’t just solving problems; they’re anticipating cultural shifts before they become prominent trends. They’ve developed a unique form of cultural intelligence, the ability to read the deeper currents of...
by Jeff Slater | Sep 21, 2025 | Branding Issues, Marketing Advice
When most executives think about growth, they focus on product development, brand storytelling, digital campaigns, or supply chain efficiency. These are all vital. But too often, one of the most critical parts of the retail experience is overlooked—the last 100 feet....
by Jeff Slater | Sep 14, 2025 | Foodpreneurs, Marketing Advice
When entrepreneur Mark Celmer and his business partner, Dean O’Brien, set out to create FAB Butter, they weren’t just developing another food product—they were solving one of the most pressing safety challenges facing America’s schools today. Kids love peanut...
by Jeff Slater | Sep 7, 2025 | Interesting Brands, Marketing Advice
No one wants to read another take on Cracker Barrel logo, especially me. I’d like to elevate this to a higher, strategic level and ask the question: What is a smart way to think about logo refreshes or redesigns in general, and how can you avoid going crazy?...
