In this episode, Maggie sits down with Adam, founder of Smoothe Operator, a smoothie business known for its quirky personality and refreshing blends. Adam shares his journey of moving from the UK to New Zealand and how a simple hangover craving sparked the idea for his smoothie business. With a mix of humour and authenticity, Adam has crafted a brand that resonates with his Kiwi audience, all while balancing a full-time job and evolving his business in the street food world.

What you'll hear in this episode:

• The leap into street food: How moving to New Zealand inspired Adam to launch Smoothe Operator.


• From cravings to creations: The origin story of Smoothe Operator and its unique blend of flavours.


• Building a brand with personality: How Adam’s humour and authenticity became essential to his brand identity.


• Innovating with purpose: The journey of refining Smoothe Operator and connecting with the right audience.


• Community and collaboration: Adam’s insights on the value of mentorship, market research, and support in the food industry.

Links Mentioned: Follow Smoothe Operator on Instagram: @smoothe_operator

Learn more about Maggie’s Food Truck Foundations Online Course: @foodtruckfoundations

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Stay tuned for our next episode, where we dive deeper into the world of street food!