Pivot! A Vegan Business Interview Series

Thaisa Fernandes is a program manager in tech, podcast host, and author who just launched her memoir cookbook, Vegan Anniversary in the Bay Area. As a Brazilian living in San Francisco, her perspective brings a unique twist to plant-based cuisine, culture, and community. For years, Thaisa dreamed of creating a cookbook that celebrated her decade as a vegan while showcasing the diversity of Brazilian cuisine beyond what’s typically known outside Brazil. But like many creative projects, it kept getting postponed – until her friend Izabelle Alvares suggested they collaborate on a zine together. That idea turned into something bigger: a full memoir cookbook with high-quality printing, professional photography, and personal stories tied to every recipe. Two months into the project, Izabelle discovered she was pregnant. As Thaisa puts it, “She was creating both a book and a human baby at the same time. If that’s not an accomplishment, I don’t know what is!”In this episode, Thaisa shares how she balances her tech career with creative projects, the process of self-publishing a cookbook, and why having a “badass friend” to make things happen with you might be all you need. You’ll learn about:How Thaisa balanced a 12+ year tech career as a program manager with launching a memoir cookbookHow an idea to create a zine evolved into a full hardcover bookWhy collaboration matters: how working with a friend made the project possible How to veganize traditional Brazilian recipes (including the holy grail: pão de queijo) after years of experimentationGuest Linkshttp://www.thaisafernandes.comSocial media:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thaifernandes/Memorable Quote:“I think sometimes we are looking for perfection. But I think just starting is a great thing. And then you can build over time, and you can perfect over time, and what is perfection for you might be different from what is perfection for other people. So keep that in mind.”Show Notes:💻 [02:31] Thaisa’s day-to-day as a tech program manager 🇧🇷 [05:54] The importance of bringing Brazilian culture and cuisine to veganism📖 [08:30] The explanation of the cookbook’s full title and meaning🔄 [10:44] The origin story: From an idea to a zine to a full cookbook🎨 [14:23] Making a unique, story-driven cookbook with authentic photography📚 [16:23] Why she chose the self-publishing route and prioritized quality & affordability🎤 [18:27] How side projects complement and improve her main career🚀 [23:04] Thaisa’s advice: Start small, bring a friend, and set manageable goals💡 [25:33] The power of building things step-by-step and letting go of perfection

Lindsay Perez is a Certified Nutrition Specialist, lifelong wellness enthusiast, and founder of NOSHY. For over 20 years, she has, as she puts it, “lived and breathed fitness, nutrition, and the belief that food should make you feel amazing.” The story with NOSHY began a few years ago when Lindsay broke her elbow, and it completely changed her routine. She went from being constantly active – working out, meal-prepping, coaching – to being forced to slow down. So she focused on what she could control: how she nourished herself. That period inspired her to reimagine what healthy eating could look like – comforting, satisfying, and full of flavor.What started as a fun experiment in her kitchen soon turned into a mission: to share plant-based, protein-packed bites that bring joy, energy, and balance to everyday life. More than clean ingredients and bold flavors, NOSHY tells the story about joy, self-compassion, and second chances. In less than one year, Lindsay has scaled NOSHY from a kitchen experiment to a product sold in grocery stores across Florida, and through her own e-commerce platform. You’ll learn about:How a serious injury forced Lindsay to slow down and reimagine her relationship with foodHow to market vegan products to non-vegan audiences and educate consumers Lindsay’s approach to work-life balance: dedicating 30 minutes a day to self-careThe reality of building a food business from scratch –product development, marketing, logistics, and wholesale operationsMemorable Quote"Start where you are, use what you have, and do what you can. And just start, start where you are and focus on you. And if you know that you have something good... and others are saying the same thing, just try, what do you have to lose? Just go for it."Show Notes🍳 [02:11] Lindsay’s background in health, fitness, and nutrition.💡 [04:10] She explains the origin of the name "Noshi" and its meaning.🤕 [06:23] The pivotal story: How an elbow injury and "night eating syndrome" inspired the brand.✈️ [09:50] The product's versatility for travel, lunchboxes, and on-the-go snacking.🌱 [14:49] Navigating vegan and non-vegan markets and ingredient education.⚖️ [18:55] Lindsay's tips for balancing entrepreneurship with self-care.🔮 [21:22] Future plans for the brand and learning to delegate.📣 [23:41] Marketing strategies: logo design, social media mix, and staying approachable.🔗 [25:54] How to find, follow, and buy from NOSHY.Guest Linkshttps://eatnoshy.comSocial Media:instagram.com/eatnoshyfacebook.com/eatnoshy

Chef Rachel Adina Mullen, founder of Adina’s Delicacies, is an award-winning plant-based chef, culinary educator, and author of the best-selling Vegan Flavors of the World Volume 1, winner of the 2025 Zibby Award for Best Book for the Foodie. She draws inspiration from her extensive travels, bringing vibrant flavors and cultural traditions to every dish. Her work has been featured on EatThisTV in the pilot series Global Vegan Kitchen with Chef Adina, where she shares accessible, delicious recipes from around the globe.  Her upcoming Vegan Flavors of the World Volume 2 deepens the journey, highlighting authentic recipes and stories from kitchens across five continents.In this episode of Pivot podcast, Chef Adina shares her journey from aspiring author to award-winning cookbook creator – and the exhausting, but deeply rewarding process of self-publishing. Because when every publisher told her that her cookbook concept was "too niche," she made a decision she'd do it herself. From writing five recipes a day for four months to learning design, photography, and marketing on the fly, Chef Adina built something bigger than a cookbook – she built a business that celebrates plant-based food from around the globe.You’ll learn about:How Chef Adina completed her first cookbook in four months by creating five recipes a day (and what that process actually looked like)The real technical and financial challenges of self-publishing cookbooks, and how to market beyond your initial networkHow she travels the world to develop authentic plant-based recipes using her unique ability to mentally taste flavorsHow her cookbook integrates with her cooking classes and private chef services – plus her QR code innovation for Volume 2Guest Linkshttps://www.adinasdelicacies.com/Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/adinasdelicacies/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552262717www.YouTube.com/@adinasdelicaciesMemorable Quote“I think a lot of people consider healthy eating differently because some people are like – sugar is unhealthy, and I'm like – maybe, but it’s okay in moderation. Because if that were the case, all the desserts would be unhealthy. But my approach is – everything is healthy or unhealthy in moderation. Spinach is very healthy, but if you only eat spinach every day, all day, and nothing else, that's not going to be healthy. So, I think if you do a whole food-based program, and you get all the nutrients and all the vitamins and all the proteins you need, and kind of mix up your food, then I think personally it's okay.”Show Notes❤️ [2:55] Her path from burnout to breakthrough and building a global plant-based brand👨‍🍳 [4:41] How she decided to write a cookbook on plant-based food from around the world📗 [6:15] She shares the quirks of book publishing.🍽️ [10:42] About her second book that comes with videos of making recipes. ✈︎ [13:26] How her love for traveling led to learning about different cuisines🥗 [20:21] Authentic dish versus a healthy dish.📈 [25:30] How her book fits into her business as a whole.🍝 [30:01] What it means to diversify the food you eat.🥦 [33:51] Announcing Vegan Flavors the World, Volume 2.…Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. If you are feeling inspired but not quite sure where to start, we’ve got you covered! Check out our online courses and free resources at veganmainstream.com.Loved this conversation? Explore more inspiring stories from vegan entrepreneurs on the Pivot Podcast at https://veganmainstream.com/podcast/pivot-a-vegan-business-interview-podcast/. You never know which story will spark your next breakthrough.Ready to turn inspiration into action? If you're serious about growing your vegan business and want to talk through how we might work together, book a discovery call at https://veganmainstream.com/support/discovery-call/. These aren't free advice sessions – they're real conversations for people ready to invest in their growth.Want to learn more first? Join our next live webinar at https://veganmainstream.com/resources/webinars/ and get practical tools you can use right away. 

Brett Christoffel is the Founder and CEO of All Y'alls Foods, a Texas-based company making plant-based jerky and bacon bits from whole non-GMO soybeans. After 40 years of eating meat, Brett made the connection that he loved all animals as much as his dog or cat, and stopped. As a proud Texan, he decided to change one of Texas's biggest contributions to the world: beef. Since launching It's Jerky Y'all in 2018, Brett has built a mission-driven snack company that exists to "be the change through kinder snacking."In this episode of Pivot Podcast, Brett is sharing how All Y'alls Foods went from a Texas-based vegan jerky brand to conquering the European market. Brett talks about what it actually takes to expand internationally. Spoiler: it's not about vanity metrics or viral moments (though he has a great story about a post that went viral). It's about business fundamentals, strategic partnerships, and staying mission-driven even when growth gets complicated.You’ll learn about:How Brett expanded All Y'alls Foods into EuropeHow a viral social media post translated into actual salesBrett's approach to email marketing: nurturing relationships and providing valueHow being vegan-owned influences their business decisions and marketing strategyGuest Links:http://www.allyallsfoods.comMemorable Quote:“It's on us to find a new path to have it different. But it's always a conversation in our heads that either supports us or beats us down. And what you have to do is learn to become friends with it, understand what it is, and it's not, because if you think about it, that voice in your head, that's not you. You're the one who hears it. It's the egoic mind, and it thinks it has to have a job. Think of all the times it's told you –  oh, this is going to happen, or that could happen. And 90 percent of the time, it never happens. It's not being in the moment. We're the only place we've ever lived.”Show Notes:👣 [2:28] Brett explains his journey to veganism.♻️ [5:05] How he’s creating meat replacement products.🎥 [9:33] What does different social media mean for his business: repurposing content.📧 [15:23] Brett's approach to email marketing: nurturing relationships and providing value.🏷️ [18:29] What supporting true vegan brands means to him🗜 [23:34] Managing the pressure of keeping the business going.🤜🤛 [26:31] How conversation in our heads supports us or beats us down. 📲 [28:44] Get in touch with Brett through social media…Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. If you are feeling inspired but not quite sure where to start, we’ve got you covered! Check out our online courses and free resources at veganmainstream.com.Loved this conversation? Explore more inspiring stories from vegan entrepreneurs on the Pivot Podcast at https://veganmainstream.com/podcast/pivot-a-vegan-business-interview-podcast/. You never know which story will spark your next breakthrough.Ready to turn inspiration into action? If you're serious about growing your vegan business and want to talk through how we might work together, book a discovery call at https://veganmainstream.com/support/discovery-call/. These aren't free advice sessions – they're real conversations for people ready to invest in their growth.Want to learn more first? Join our next live webinar at https://veganmainstream.com/resources/webinars/ and get practical tools you can use right away. 

Terri Chrisman is a nutritionist, podcaster, author, and founder of the Fabulous Health Show podcast and fabuloushealth.net. With a passion for empowering individuals to reclaim their health, she combines cutting-edge science with actionable strategies to prevent chronic disease and inspire lasting lifestyle transformation. As a private nutritionist, Terri wanted to help people improve their health. She was passionate. She was knowledgeable. But she was unprepared for something that caught many health professionals off guard – clients who weren’t willing to put in the work. So she found herself emotionally invested in outcomes she couldn’t control. The work she loves started affecting her mental well-being. She realized something had to change. So she pivoted. Terri wrote a book. She shifted her focus from one-on-one clients to reaching many people at once. And now, she’s stepping onto stages as a professional speaker.You’ll learn about:How Terri navigated client fatigue as a private nutritionist and realized one-on-one work wasn’t sustainable for herHow she’s pivoting to professional speaking and why she loves the stageWhy self-belief and practice are both essential for building confidence as a speakerPractical advice for vegans on how to eat healthy without feeling overwhelmed Guest Linkshttps://fabuloushealth.netMemorable Quote:"I'm 58, and so I've lived some life, and it's taking me until now to realize that I have a calling, and that calling I've been put on this earth to help people not die of heart disease, diabetes, Crohn's disease, cancer, all those things by supporting a vegan lifestyle. That's my calling. It's like I have no choice, and I don't want a choice anyway, right? Because that's what I'm here to do."Show Notes:🤹🏼‍♂️ [02:51] Terri explains how most of her work as a solopreneur comes down to marketing.📘 [05:48] How writing a book helped her reach more people and change their health.🏃‍♀️ [08:32] Why running a business is like running a marathon.💪 [11:45] What she means when she says she’s “intrinsically motivated.”📣 [17:47] Why her next big step is to be a speaker.🗣️ [22:38] The importance of self-belief and the importance of practice.🎙️ [25:42] How her podcast helps people overcome challenges.🥗 [29:40] Her advice for vegans on how to eat healthy.…Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. If you are feeling inspired but not quite sure where to start, we’ve got you covered! Check out our online courses and free resources at veganmainstream.com.Loved this conversation? Explore more inspiring stories from vegan entrepreneurs on the Pivot Podcast at https://veganmainstream.com/podcast/pivot-a-vegan-business-interview-podcast/. You never know which story will spark your next breakthrough.Ready to turn inspiration into action? If you're serious about growing your vegan business and want to talk through how we might work together, book a discovery call at https://veganmainstream.com/support/discovery-call/. These aren't free advice sessions – they're real conversations for people ready to invest in their growth.Want to learn more first? Join our next live webinar at https://veganmainstream.com/resources/webinars/ and get practical tools you can use right away. 

Amy McKenna is a managing broker at Windermere Real Estate in Seattle, specializing in helping first-time buyers, Seattle newcomers, and co-buyers navigate residential real estate. She’s also the creator of CoHome, a community platform dedicated to educating people on owning property with others, whether that’s friends, family, or chosen community. Amy’s journey into co-homeownership began with an unexpected request: a talk for a polyamorous community group about real estate. As she prepared, she realized the concept applied far beyond that community. Young people wanting to build equity before (or without) marriage. Parents sharing childcare. Seniors aging in place with friends or family. The possibilities were endless, but the process felt daunting to most people. Today, Amy educates people on co-homeownership through free public talks, one-on-one strategy sessions, and resources for navigating the logistics. Her work has made real estate invigorating again, much like how cooking became more exciting when she embraced veganism. You’ll learn about:How Amy shifted from traditional real estate to educating people on co-homeownership and co-living arrangementsWhy co-ownership isn’t just for romantic partners, but also for friends, family, and seniors aging in placeCreative ways to have separate but attached living spaces that give privacy while fostering connectionHow Amy’s vegan journey mirrored her work Quote:"You don't necessarily have to be best friends to do this together. In fact, I'm not sure that that's the best pairing. And I was like, I think you're right. I think you come in with, you know, obviously simpatico, but it's as much that you have the right priorities and the right philosophy around how you live might actually be a better partner, possibly."Show Notes 🏠 [2:53] Amy explains her work as a real estate agent in Seattle with first-time home buyers.🧑‍🤝‍🧑 [5:43] Choosing how you want to live: co-living and co-owning.🤝 [9:16] The importance of proximity and accidental interactions in your local community.👥 [13:02] Why you don't necessarily have to be best friends for co-housing.🔗 [15;46] Ways you can have very separate but attached discrete areas. 👨‍👩‍👧 [20:25] Co-owning without co-living: parents investing in their child's first home.💼 [24:50] Why everyone over 18 should have a power of attorney and a health directive.📑 [27:16] How Amy serves clients throughout the entire state.🌱 [31: 02] Sharing communal spaces: A great way to build your vegan community.🏆 [34:31] What “becoming” vegan means for Amy…Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our online course and free resources at veganmainstream.com.

Kristen Decker is the founder of DESERT BLOOM™, a cowgirl boot brand redefining Western fashion with plant-based materials and sustainable practices. What started as a family conversation at a reunion seven years ago became a mission: to create boots that honor cowgirl culture without requiring animal products.Growing up on a small farm, cowgirl boots were always part of Kristen's life—comfort, style, and identity all in one. But she wanted more. She wanted boots that made a difference. So she dove into the unfamiliar world of fashion, experimenting with premium plant-based leathers made from corn and wheat.Today, DESERT BLOOM™ is more than boots; it's a movement for style and compassion. Kristen is focused on building brand awareness through events, pop-ups, and partnerships, all while staying true to her roots.Quote:“I've always believed that surrounding yourself with people who actually know more than you do is the best way to create a team. Because I'm definitely going to pretend that I do not have all the answers. But if I bring my team together, and we all discuss and put our heads together, then we're going to come up with something amazing.”- Kristen DeckerShow Notes:💇🏽‍♀️ [00:45] Why vegans want environmentally safe clothing that doesn’t sacrifice quality.✨ [02:55] How Kristen decided to create boots made from corn and wheat leather.✌️ [05:42] Can experience of building a business bring you confidence in a completely new territory?👩‍💼 [07:40] The importance of researching, being out there, learning, and connecting.😇 [09:51] Kristen’s approach to building a team; learning about the industry from the best. 😍 [14:14] Why childlike positivity and curiosity are essential for resilience.👢 [19:28] How Kristen collects feedback through the customers’ club to design her next products.…Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our online course and free resources at veganmainstream.com.

Jane Harris is the CEO and founder of The Virgin Hair Fantasy, a luxury glueless wig brand created to empower women through beauty and confidence, especially those navigating hair loss, life transitions, or identity shifts. What began with $500 and a dream has grown into a million-dollar business that serves women across the globe. Jane’s journey is rooted in resilience: from balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship to learning the ins and outs of e-commerce, fulfillment, and personal branding. Her transformation from a shy, people-pleasing introvert to a confident, high-energy entrepreneur reshaped her business and personal life, and that’s why she says mindset is the foundation of every pivot.Today, she not only runs her successful wig company but also coaches aspiring entrepreneurs, especially women of color, on how to launch and scale their own businesses. With a mission to uplift, educate, and build financial independence for others, Jane’s work is about more than wigs; it’s about transformation from the inside out.Website: thevirginhairfantasy.comQuote:“Don't think you're going to switch on your own. You need help. We are programmed to just kind of roll with the flow. I've been studying mindset, and I still fall short every day because everything else kind of caters to the idea that “everyone will be rich.”Everyone will be a millionaire. Everyone will walk around happy. Everyone will have everything they want. It's only the few that I would say go that extra mile, which I'm sure when you hear this, you will get up, read a book, exercise, and read more books. That's what changed me. I did not have money for expensive coaches at the time, but even now, as I'm in coaching programs, I needed my mindset to change first.”Show Notes:💇🏽‍♀️ [04:08] How Jane’s journey started after creating a wig for herself.💫 [07:10] How her side hustle started to inspire and change lives.📢 [10:42] The right way for Jane to share her vegan journey.🎓 [16:54] Jane’s decision to teach as a way to heal from losing her mom.🤸 [19:23] Jane’s transformation to being an outgoing person in her 40’s.🧠 [22:29] Why you need to make changes in your mindset to get better😞 [26:28] Why believing in yourself is the most important …Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our online course and free resources at veganmainstream.com.

In this episode, Stephanie speaks with M Sandip Kumar, an Indian entrepreneur who transformed his family’s traditional silk business into a cruelty-free vegan silk brand.  Guided by his Jain values of non-violence, Sandip closed all contracts with silk weavers in 2018 and launched a store offering plant-based and artificial silk alternatives, later expanding into natural dyes and sustainable techniques.Despite criticism and early challenges, his business now serves customers worldwide, earning PETA and Beauty Without Cruelty certifications. Sandip shares his mission to educate consumers, challenge industry myths like “peace silk,” and inspire entrepreneurs to prioritize ethics, sustainability, and transparency over short-term profit.This is a powerful, must-hear story for every vegan entrepreneur who has faced significant challenges.Quote:So my message to all the entrepreneurs is that yes, we need profits to run our business, you know, for our livelihood.  But we should make sure that we take care of the ecosystem, both the environment and other living beings, as well as the fellow human beings who deserve a better life. -- M. Sandip KumarShow Notes:🧵 [3:22] M. Sandip Kumar’s family background, why he wanted to start a more ethical practice of production.💡 [6:06] Why new generations are more conscious and why they started looking for his brand.🧶 [10:07] The difference between plant-based and man-made fabrics.🎨 [17:44] Why people are interested in natural dyes.🚚 [22:58] The obstacles he had to overcome when opting for plant-based silk.👩🏻‍🏫 [26:16] How his store was built like a school.💎 [31:59] The importance of creating a business that gives value and emotions, not just a product.👨‍🔧 [33: 21] Why we should support all artisans whose craft comes from generations before.-----Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our two premium paid podcasts, Going Solo and Fix It.

In this episode, Stephanie interviews Dr. Angela Crawford, a vegan psychologist about the emotional and psychological side of adopting a vegan lifestyle. Drawing from surveys and interviews detailed in her book The Vegan Transformation, Dr. Crawford shares key themes like values alignment, compassion, and empowerment, while highlighting that advocacy can take many forms depending on personality.She offers advice for entrepreneurs and new vegans: connect with your “why,” seek supportive communities, and trust your unique approach. Whether you're just starting on your vegan journey or you're ready to advocate more for a vegan lifestyle, this episode is for you.Quote:Connecting with your core values and your why is one foundational piece of that, because whenever we're feeling stuck, because we're having to learn a new skill or navigate a challenge that we haven't before, if we're connected with our why and our values and the reasons we're doing this, it gives us a little more willingness to say, okay, it's worth it to be a little uncomfortable and learn new skills and break through whatever is blocking me here.--Angela CrawfordShow notes:⚕️ [03:19] How food choices are deeply psychological and social📕 [08:07] Angela’s seven themes that can deepen your life.👨‍👨‍👦‍👦 [12:27] How Angela brings plant-based and vegan living into her local community.💫 [16:37] Purpose and gifts: Where we fit in the world to offer our gifts.⚖️ [20:41] Learning the balance between following guidance and not always seeing the next step.🥇 [23:41] How connection with your values helps us break through whatever is blocking us.🤝 [26:28] Different kinds of support we need on our journey.👁 [28:21] The importance of valuing what you have to bring and to trust your inner guidance as you take the next steps.-----Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our two premium paid podcasts, Going Solo and Fix It.

Desiree Dupuis is the visionary behind Voes & Co, a pioneering vegan lifestyle brand redefining the fashion industry. In this episode of Pivot! Desiree shares a journey fueled by her passion for ethical living and sustainable fashion that culminated in the creation of Voes & Co.We dive into the whole origin story –from Desiree's frustration with the lack of vegan footwear options to the realization of her dream of Voes & Co. Discover how she navigated the challenges of the pandemic with resilience and determination, forging ahead to create a brand synonymous with integrity and innovation.Plus, learn about Voes & Co's commitment to ethically sourced materials and sustainable practices, and their mission to lead the way toward a plastic-free future. Desiree's entrepreneurial mindset, her dedication to her values, and the profound impact of her work on the global fashion landscape offer valuable insights that you can take back to your business. Get to know Desiree and Voes & Co better here: https://voesandcompany.comQuote:What I like to tell people and inspire people is that “We may not have the perfect solution right now, and we are not 100% plastic-free, but when you invest in brands and products that are as far along on the path as possible, you are part of helping us pioneer the way.” We can continue to push the foreground of what we can do.—-Desiree DupuisShow notes timestamps:🌵 [00:46] “At least it is vegan” vs. having something nice to wear: changes in the vegan fashion industry.📈 [03:30] Desiree’s journey from corporate to entrepreneur: solving the need for luxury designer footwear made from plant-based materials.🚀 [07:04] How Desiree came up with the name VOES: the international brand name with a nice flow on the tongue.♻️ [09:32] Choosing partners and materials that will not harm animals: reducing plastic, waste, and petroleum products in the fashion industry.🛍️ [15:06] After the pandemic, the retail game shifted: issues with supply, waste, and smaller batch productions as part of the solution. 🤩 [17:09] The power of customer choices: consumers want to support sustainable brands. 🤓 [19:01] Positioning brand around plant leather: issues with quality, vendors, and letting go of expectations and stress in running a business.👩‍💼 [24:22] Living in Bali and running a business: worldwide suppliers and manufacturers, a 3PL and an e-commerce website is all she needs.-----Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our two premium paid podcasts, Going Solo and Fix It.

Aimee Kilmer, Founding Partner & Creative Director of Good Stuff Partners, has spent more than 20 years in the creative industry advocating for brands that prioritize the well-being of people, animals, and the planet. From designing for VegNews and V-Dog to working with Habitat for Humanity, Aimee’s passion for purpose-driven work has always been at the forefront of her career.In this episode, Aimee shares how her dissatisfaction with traditional creative agency work led her to co-found Good Stuff Partners whose mission is to work with clients that align with her values. She discusses how staying authentic to her principles drives the work she does and helps her deliver the most meaningful results for her clients.Beyond her professional achievements, Aimee talks about her commitment to the vegan lifestyle, her volunteer work with the Marin Humane Society, and the importance of standing up for animal rights in her community. Tune in to hear her inspiring journey and how she embodies the values she promotes through her agency.Get to know Aimee and Good Stuff Partners better here: https://www.goodstuffpartners.com/Quote:Just listen to your gut. If you have a bad feeling about something, run for the hills. Find a different client, because it never really works out. And I think that's just something as women we need to do – trust our gut more. It’s something I wish I'd done early on. And it also goes the other way; when you have a great feeling about someone, you can really start to build great relationships. – Aimee KilmerShow notes timestamps:▶️ [01:12] Seeing your long-term impact: creating "Good Stuff Partners" and helping both non-profit and profit organizations.🌺 [02:46] Supporting vegan brands that need help with their communications: working only with purpose-driven companies.💼 [05:38] Learning about business in a small agency: find a great mentor and decide what you want to stand for.3️⃣ [10:25] How Aimee chooses clients: three filters they use when deciding which companies to work with.🤓 [13:26] Branding means combining verbal positioning with strong visuals: capturing the core essence of the company.📊 [16:23] Key aspects of branding: brand positioning, voice, naming, taglines, identity, and the digital application of graphic design.🎯 [18:00] Transitioning to a four-day work week: increasing productivity, creativity, and helping employees recharge.🆓 [23:05] Free advice for businesses, designers, and purpose-driven companies: email Aimee.😇 [25:03] Connecting with like-minded people is crucial: trust your gut – it will save you time, money, and health.⚠️ [27:22] Continuing under pressure is rarely effective: experiences teach us, but they aren’t always ideal for making big changes.-----Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our two premium paid podcasts, Going Solo and Fix It.

In this episode, we sit down with the co-founder of MARPHYL Marine Phytoplankton to explore the journey of this pioneering vegan business. Harvesting wild and multi-species marine phytoplankton, MARPHYL offers a range of organic products designed to enhance soil health and promote sustainable agriculture.Founded in 2017, MARPHYL has quickly established itself as a leader in the vegan and sustainable farming space. With a focus on environmental responsibility and ethical sourcing, the company has garnered a loyal following of environmentally-conscious consumers.Join us as we discuss the secrets to MARPHYL's success, from their innovative product offerings to their strategic approach to business growth. Learn how MARPHYL navigated the challenges of launching a vegan business and discover valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs in the plant-based industry.Get to know Benjamin and MARPHYL Marine Phytoplankton's mission better here: MARPHYLQuote:When you have a bad day, week, month of sales, or problem with production – just come back to your product and why you're there in the first place. Get that energy back. You're going to have bad days, you might even fail, but there is no problem in failing. It's all about trying again. If you have that drive of entrepreneurship, you will rise again and continue. So believe in yourself, believe in yourself, believe in your product. At the end of the day, it will work if you have a great product and you're driven. You'll have great days ahead, so don't lose hope.–Benjamin AchacheShow notes:🌊 [01:45] Taking all the goodness from the ocean, but sustainably – supporting the oceans is key.💊 [03:16] Products Marphyl is making: seaweed fertilizer, the flower of sea salt, liquid salt, and plankton supplements.🪸 [05:07] The difference between spirulina, other microalgae, and Marphyl’s supplement.3️ [06:45] The three aspects of sustainability: producing more energy than spending in production, everything is organic and cruelty-free.🌸 [11:36] The soil enhancer has 80 different algae in it and is compatible with all plants.🧂 [14:04] Producing supplements and flower of the sea – a type of white salt with phytoplanktons.👫 [18:12] Benjamin started this business with his wife because they were impressed with the power of phytoplanktons. 🌎 [20:25] Shipping products worldwide: e-commerce covers only 20% of the market and the key is to be more present in retail. ⚠️ [23:44]  Chemical fertilizers: extremely damaging to water streams, lakes, and soil. 💎 [26:37] Don’t stop believing in yourself and your product: don’t give up, remember why you are here.-----Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our two premium paid podcasts, Going Solo and Fix It.

In this episode of Pivot! we sit down with Kim Giovacco, the visionary behind Veg Jaunts and Journeys, to uncover the remarkable story of her company's rapid expansion. Despite the setbacks of the pandemic, Kim's resilience and strategic vision helped take Veg Jaunts and Journeys to new heights.We dive into Kim's journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, and how her background in the travel industry paved the way for her success. Plus, you'll hear how Kim transformed adversity into opportunity during difficult times, building a thriving business that offers unique vegan travel experiences worldwide.This conversation is a raw look at the challenges and triumphs of growing a business during uncertain times. It's full of Kim's valuable tips and strategies for sustainable growth and innovation.Tune in to learn from the inspiring journey of Veg Jaunts and Journeys.https://www.vegjauntsandjourneys.comJoin us as we delve into the story of Veg Jaunts and Journeys with Kim Giovacco, the driving force behind this innovative vegan travel company. With a background in the travel industry and a passion for veganism, Kim has transformed her vision into a thriving business that offers unique travel experiences for the vegan community.In this episode, Kim shares how Veg Jaunts and Journeys has evolved from a small startup to a global leader in vegan travel, despite the challenges posed by the pandemic. She shares her journey of resilience and adaptation and what it's like navigating the complexities of running a travel company in a rapidly changing world.We explore the company's expansion into new geographic regions, including Africa and Asia, the innovative tours the company offers, from European adventures to whole food plant-based experiences near national parks, and how Veg Jaunts and Journeys is shaping the future of vegan tourism worldwide.If you're looking for valuable insights into Kim's strategies for business growth and sustainability, don't miss this episode.  Get to know Kim Giovacco and Veg Jaunts and Journeys better here: https://www.vegjauntsandjourneys.comShow notes:🧳 [00:43] More intimate travel experience: getting back on track after Covid.  👩‍💼 [04:05] Kim took people on tours instead of traveling by herself: creating a business with quality as the priority. 🇺🇸 [08:18] Entering the Covid without debt: oil-free tours in national parks and having tours in the States. 🤝 [12:45] Having a partner sometimes can help you expand your business: sharing ideas, helping each other and creating subsidiary offers. 🗼 [21:24] Booking for 2025 is open. 🗺️ [22:45] What trips to Europe, Safari in Africa are like: supporting the vegan scene while having your own room. 🌍 [27:10] Having vegan relationships internationally and expanding your community.🌆 [28:24] Short tours in vegan-friendly towns.🤩 [29:43] Don't be afraid to give up some control: growing means delegating and being sustainable.-----Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our two premium paid podcasts, Going Solo and Fix It.

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Olivier Mankondo, the visionary behind Mankondo Global Ltd. Discover how Olivier lost 77 pounds in just 9 months, reversed high blood pressure, and embarked on a mission to share the life-changing benefits of a plant-based diet. Dive into his captivating story, unveiling the secrets to achieving vibrant health and vitality.https://oliviermankondo.comIn this episode of Pivot! Olivier Mankondo, the driving force behind Mankondo Global Ltd, joins us to offer a beacon of hope for those seeking holistic wellness solutions. Olivier's journey from battling chronic health issues to reclaiming his vitality through a plant-based lifestyle is nothing short of extraordinary.Olivier's dedication to optimal health led him to shed an impressive 77 pounds in a mere 9 months, while also reversing high blood pressure and a myriad of other health ailments. As a certified weight loss and wellness coach, Olivier is on a mission to empower individuals to take charge of their health and transform their lives.Throughout our conversation, Olivier shares intimate details of his personal health struggles and the pivotal moment that sparked his journey towards plant-based living. His journey serves as a powerful testament to the transformative power of lifestyle choices and the profound impact they can have on our well-being.Show Notes:🙃 [00:43] Turning your major transformation into business is possible.🤯 [03:00] Olivier’s transition: reversing his chronic diseases in 4 months with a vegan diet.🤢 [04:22] Detox symptoms in the first week: his symptoms were worsening but he kept going. 💊[06:39] Suffering from malaria when he was younger: bad health and immunity reversed. ⚠️ [09:03] Olivier lost 11 pounds in the first week, and a total of 77 pounds in nine weeks with no medications. 🤒[11:30] You don't have to be sick when you grow up and get older: Olivier decided to share his health experience and became a public speaker.⚡ [14:49] Helping people is very transformational: hearing feedback from the people gives Olivier more power to continue.🎤 [16:25] Being just a speaker was not enough: Olivier created a three-step course and discovered the power of coaching one-on-one.📙 [18:24] Olivier wrote a book and covered 4 main topics in it.👉🏽 [21:20] Support from your environment matters when making big life changes: Olivier was lucky and had great support around him.👣 [23:03] Take baby steps first: introduce plant-based food slowly to decrease detox symptoms and make your transitions sustainable.😇 [25:58] Learning all the things needed to run a coaching business.🤩 [30:52] Looking at things from a positive standpoint: Olivier built three streams of income during the pandemic. 🍏 [34:18] It is possible to live a disease-free life. -----Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our two premium paid podcasts, Going Solo and Fix It.

Episode Summary:In this episode of Pivot! we delve into Carolyn Scott's multifaceted career as The Healthy Voyager. From her pioneering vegan travel show to her latest cookbook, Carolyn has been at the forefront of the global vegan movement. Discover how she's transforming mainstream dining, consulting with major hotel chains, and inspiring millions to embrace a plant-based lifestyle.https://www.healthyvoyager.com/Full Description / Episode Show Notes:Join us for an incredibly interesting conversation with Carolyn Scott, aka The Healthy Voyager, as we explore her remarkable journey in promoting veganism globally. As a chef, nutritionist, and media personality, Carolyn has led initiatives that have reshaped the culinary landscape.From her groundbreaking vegan travel show to her bestselling cookbooks, Carolyn's influence transcends borders. Tune in to discover how she's partnering with major brands and institutions to revolutionize plant-based cuisine.We also explore Carolyn's latest projects, including her consultancy work with theme parks, air force bases, and even entire towns.Plus, Carolyn shares how she's leveraging her expertise to create sustainable, delicious vegan options for diverse audiences.Check out this episode to learn the secrets to Carolyn's success and walk away with valuable insights into entrepreneurship, flexibility, and the power of positivity.Get to know Carolyn Scott and the Healthy Voyager better here: https://www.healthyvoyager.com/Show Notes:🌎 [00:43] Being vegan not just in your backyard, but on a global scale.✈️ [03:29] Healthy Vegan Show: becoming vegan and traveling was challenging, so Carolyn produced a healthy eating show that became her full-time business. 🥑 [09:30] Carolyn wanted to learn all about veganism and cooking: a personal choice that turned into a whole new world.🥅 [12:19] Staying consistent. But don’t wait for the perfect time for anything.🌍 [15:02] Travelling in faraway countries as a vegan: pre-planning and trust are crucial, and people will always help if you are patient.🧳 [18:57] How to choose your destination: many resources are on Carolyn’s website.🌱 [20:55] Carolyn is keeping herself very busy: cookbooks, TV presentations, veganizing different restaurants, nutritional coaching, and many more.🎯 [23:37] Don’t turn away from your dream: becoming an early adopter of social media marketing. 🥚 [24:40] Flowing through issues: don’t throw all your eggs in one basket. ⚠️ [27:24] Learning all aspects of business is crucial: delegating and understanding roles people are doing.🙃 [30:54] Being an entrepreneur means being ready for changes, and being flexible – you don’t know what is around the corner. Links:Website: https://healthyvoyager.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RdsmodaKovinhttps://facebook.com/healthyvoyager -----Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our two premium paid podcasts, Going Solo and Fix It.

Full Description:Prepare to be inspired by the incredible journey of Nancy Leeds Gribble, the driving force behind NourishLiftGrow. Her story embodies the power of resilience and transformation. Nancy's life took an unexpected turn when she faced the profound loss of her husband to terminal cancer, leaving her a widowed single parent while navigating a turbulent real estate market. Later, she experienced the pain of losing a new love to cancer, prompting her to redefine her path and refuse to let adversity define her.As someone who had been a vegetarian since her early twenties and a vegan for the past 17 years, Nancy's dietary choices were based on ethics rather than health. However, witnessing the devastating effects of disease and becoming the sole parent to her young son propelled her to seek the healthiest lifestyle possible. This awakening sparked a profound transformation journey encompassing health, fitness, self-development, and career.Nancy Leeds Gribble is now the founder of NourishLiftGrow and a Plant-based Vegan Culinary Nutrition Expert specializing in empowering women in midlife. She helps them achieve weight loss, body confidence, optimal health, and vitality, making their second season of life their best season.This episode offers a deeply moving and inspirational story of turning tragedy into triumph, embracing a vegan lifestyle, and empowering others to thrive. Get to know Nancy Leeds Gribble and NourishLiftGrow better here: https://www.nancyleedsgribble.comQuote:I think when you start your business if you don't take the time to really figure out why you're starting it. If it was ‘This sounds like it will be fun” and then you find out it's not so fun all the time, you won't sustain it. So you really want to sit down and figure out why are you starting this business? Like, what is your driving force, aside from, we need to make money, we have to make money. But what are the other deeper reasons that this is so important to you? And that's going to help you when you hit that wall, and you will hit a wall and think it's very few people that they just start a business and off they go, and they're coasting and everything is great. You're going to hit the wall, whether it's because something didn't work, whether it's life, like God the world like COVID when it hit everybody, and you're going to have to either say, at that moment, I'm out, or no, this was important. And I'm going to figure this out, and I'm going to pivot And I'm going to adjust and, and you keep doing that you keep doing that until you hit the spot. –Nancy Leeds Gribble Show notes timestamps:🏆 [00:42] Turning tragedy into triumph and successful business.🤸‍♀️ [02:40] Growing up with the premise she needs to be skinny: going vegan due to ethical reasons.🖤 [04:10] Family tragedy and bankruptcy: one more tragedy and Nancy’s realization about getting more healthy is the key.🍏 [10:32] Nancy started focusing her business on healthy weight loss: most women are undernourished. 👉🏾 [14:49] Getting first clients: face-plant forward is failing in front of people. 🦄 [18:55] How to differentiate yourself on the market: worrying about clients you don’t have.🙇‍♂️ [23:05] Realizing that in a new, starting business, entrepreneurs need to be humble.🌞 [28:34] Figuring out the deeper reasons for starting a business.-----Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our two premium paid podcasts, Going Solo and Fix It.

Full Description:Mind Blown founders, mother-and-daughter team Shelly Van Cleve and daughter Monica Talbert, originally found success making gourmet seafood delicacies along the Chesapeake Bay. They started with a crab shack, Capt. Jack’s, which was wildly popular, leading them to create The Van Cleve Seafood Co.The two began to see deep-seated issues with the global fishing industry right outside their front door, particularly with illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing practices from non-domestic mega-ships. As the plant-based industry began to boom, they founded Mind Blown. Rather than alienating the seafood industry with unsustainable market solutions, Mind Blown works alongside the industry.Together, they create solutions that help to take pressure off of edge-of-extinction fish stocks, and regenerate abundant oceans, such as their future partnership with Atlantic Sea Farms, using their kelp. Today, their lineup includes Mind Blown Coconut Shrimp, Dusted Scallops, Crab Cakes and more. The company is backed by notable investors including eight-time James Beard recipient and host of Bravo TV’s Top Chef Tom Colicchio, as well as D.C. restaurateur, founder of PLNT Burger and Top Chef contestant Spike Mendelsohn.Get to know Monica and Mind Blown and The Plant Based Seafood Co. better here: https://plantbasedseafoodco.com/Quote:If you're going through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, make sure that you let the downs go every day. Let that shit go at the end of every day and start every day new and fresh. Sounds simple, but it's very, very, very important.–Monica TalbertShow notes:🌊 [00:46] Vegan seafood: brands who innovate and disrupt landscapes of industries.🦀 [03:06] Creating a sustainable seafood brand: unacceptable practices in seafood industries and innovative new products.▶️ [06:34] Wanting to see change in the industry and food system: the journey of creating a brand.👉🏾 [08:42] Direct-to-consumer is a great step to test your product.🤯 [09:32] Naming your brand can be a struggle: “My mind is blown!”🦞 [11:49] Plant-based seafood industry has the potential to address ocean sustainability issues: making vegan seafood is not easy.🍥 [15:25] Benefits of vegan seafood: savings, consistency, and extended shelf life.🌞 [16:43] Most changes happen from consumer demand: balance in the market and consumer demand will take 3–5 years.🤔 [19:34] Challenges of mass adoption of new products: inflation, a problem with repeat purchases, and education of consumers.🔑 [24:38] The Importance of gratefulness and focusing on the positive can help in running your business.🧘‍♀️ [28:09] Handling stress differently is crucial for business owners: lean towards your mentors for help.🎙️ [30:07] Learning from podcasts: there are so many lessons to learn from other entrepreneurs. -----Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our two premium paid podcasts, Going Solo and Fix It.

Full Description:Get ready to dive into the inspiring story of Kate Galli, the unstoppable force behind a mission to create a healthier, happier, and more compassionate vegan world. Kate's journey began in the fitness world, where she sought to transform not only her body but also her confidence. Over the years, she has helped thousands of individuals sculpt their bodies and lives in a way they love. For the past seven years, she has been dedicated to Vegan Health Coaching, using it as a powerful tool to advocate for animal welfare while promoting fitness, strength, and overall well-being.During the episode, Kate opens up about the tensions and challenges faced by ethical vegans in their relationships. She candidly discusses the feelings of anger, frustration, and sadness that can arise when trying to navigate a compassionate lifestyle in a non-vegan world. However, Kate shares her personal story of how the toughest year of her life helped her transcend the negative emotions, while maintaining her passion for creating a compassionate vegan world.As a Vegan Health Coach, author of "The Plant Positive Journal," and host of The Healthification Podcast, Kate is full of practical advice. She shares valuable tools, such as her 8 Step S.E.L.F. C.A.R.E. Acronym, the "Stop, Start, Continue" time magic'ing technique, and strategies to regain your exercising mojo. Additionally, she provides 10 Tips to Make Adopting a Plant-Based Lifestyle Easy, drawing from her own experiences and mistakes when she first transitioned to vegetarianism 30 years ago.Don't miss this episode if you're looking for empowering insights, actionable tips, and a powerful story of love prevailing over hate on the journey to a compassionate vegan lifestyle.Get to know Kate Galli and her mission better here: http://www.strongbodygreenplanet.comQuote:I bought into the ‘business from hell’, as I like to call it, and I learned so many lessons during that journey. The number one of which has really been so valuable is to back yourself 100%. You can't rely on circumstances or what's turning up today, tomorrow, or next year, but you can rely on yourself. And you can rely on yourself to turn up and to continually get better and to back yourself to come up with the goods. – Kate GalliShow Notes: 🤔 [00:45] Dynamic changes on your business journey can be a big struggle.  😇 [03:05] Mindset about eating and exercise choices: Kate has a lot of clients who have been with her for two decades.✌️ [06:03] Laying foundations to success: do the do.▶️ [09:19] Referrals are the best way to grow and maintain your business: creating a strategy that provides results.🌞 [14:19] Journey from being a personal trainer, purchasing a franchise, and recreating all online: long-term entrepreneurs get bored and reinvent their business.📗 [16:18] Plant Journal: vegan Trojan horse that helps to adopt a healthy plant-based lifestyle one step at a time.⚡ [19:59] Getting professionals to help you in projects provides amazing products: creating content for Plant Journal.😍 [22:54] Helping her mom to become vegan on Christmas: why she stopped being an angry vegan.💚 [27:37] Focusing on love: it is hard being in a non-vegan world, but leading with love can help.🎙️ [28:15] Healthification podcast: education in health, fitness and food.🤓 [31:35] Importance of self-care and supporting yourself, and your body: implementing self-care steps daily for getting joy. -----Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our two premium paid podcasts, Going Solo and Fix It.

In this episode, we sit down with Rey Ortega, a true pioneer in the vegan food industry. Rey's health struggles led him on a path of discovery, from battling chronic illness to becoming a successful vegan entrepreneur.Rey's journey began with health issues that left him feeling unwell and desperate for answers. After identifying an egg allergy, he transitioned to a vegetarian diet, which significantly improved his health and led to a remarkable 95-pound weight loss. Inspired by dairy-free, eggless cookies at the Sacramento Natural Foods Coop, Rey decided to start his own vegan baking venture, the Alternative Baking Company.Despite initial challenges and setbacks, Rey's business flourished, reaching nearly $1 million in sales. However, a difficult partnership forced him to start over. With a loan from a trusted friend, he founded Sun Flour Baking Company and continued to expand his presence in the vegan food market.Rey's expertise spans all aspects of the business, offering invaluable insights for aspiring vegan entrepreneurs. Join us to learn from Rey's experiences, avoid common pitfalls, and embark on your own journey to a profitable and successful venture in the world of plant-based living.Get to know Rey Ortega and Sun Flour Baking Company better here: https://www.sunflourbaking.comQuote: When I first started an alternative baking company, I got so much slack for people not wanting me to put the word ‘vegan’ on my package. I had so many people say, “That's going to kill your sales”. I didn't care! I was an angry vegan at the time. In fact, when I became vegan, I became vegan for health reasons.– Rey OrtegaShow notes with timestamps: 🍪 [00:43] Cookies and entrepreneurship: health challenges and tasty pivots: dominating market with vegan cookies.😎 [02:30] In cookie business for almost 30 years: How he became an angry vegan.😇 [06:53] Learning how to make cookies without eggs: starting first company with just $5000 and huge passion.😋 [08:54] Taking slack for creating a vegan baking business in 1994: giving away cookies for convincing people of its great taste.👉 [12:30] Vegan cookies these days don't have issues with taste but with competition: saturated market.👀 [15:20] Plant-based but not vegan: vegan products are getting to the mainstream, but we still need to look at labels.🤕 [17:48] From illness to entrepreneurship: struggles with chronic illness made him learn about food digestion, and his sicknesses catapulted Rey into veganism.💚 [23:25] Rey’s passion comes from veganism. 👨‍🍳 [26:16] Vegan cannabis producer of edibles: becoming a serial entrepreneur is a natural way of entrepreneurship life.  -----Thanks for listening to Pivot, our vegan business interview podcast. This is recorded as a live-streaming session, so I hope you’ll join us for future interviews as well! If you are feeling inspired but unsure of how to take actionable steps to improve your business, I invite you to explore our two premium paid podcasts, Going Solo and Fix It.