In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, Grace Kennedy chats with Lindsay Hancock, founder of My Better Batch, about her journey from a corporate career in CPG to launching her own brand of premium cookie mixes. Lindsay shares her experience creating a product that fills a gap in the baking aisle, offering a clean, homemade flavor with simple ingredients. She delves into the challenges and strategies of working with co-manufacturers, preparing for scale, and standing out in a competitive market.

Lindsay also reflects on the hurdles of launching during formal category review cycles, the importance of building strong relationships with retailers, and leveraging key differentiators like non-GMO certification and woman-owned business status to appeal to buyers. She offers valuable advice for emerging brands on navigating the retail landscape, working with brokers, and crafting a compelling brand story.

Tune in to hear Lindsay's insights on operational readiness, creating eye-catching packaging, and building momentum for My Better Batch as it prepares to expand into national retailers.

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about resilience, creativity, and the reality of building a CPG brand from scratch!

Listen in as they share about:

• Inspiration for My Better Batch
• Product Development
• Finding the Right Manufacturing Partner
• Packaging and Branding
• Sales and Retail Strategy
• Operational Preparations for Scaling
• Marketing and Social Media
• Advice for Emerging Brands

Episode Links:

Website:  https://mybetterbatch.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsayhancock/ 

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