In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, Daniel Scharff is joined by Erik Muller and Daria Jackson of The FruitGuys, a purpose-driven company providing fresh fruit and clean-label snacks to offices, schools, and organizations across the country.

Erik shares insights from FruitGuys’ 27-year journey, highlighting its mission to nourish communities, support sustainable agriculture, and create meaningful workplace experiences. Daria, the Snack Category Manager, discusses how she curates their growing CPG assortment, current trends shaping workplace snacking, and what she looks for when partnering with emerging brands.

This conversation covers everything from the evolution of office snack programs to practical advice for brands looking to break into corporate wellness spaces. You will gain valuable perspective on what it takes to build a lasting, values-driven food business—and how to get products in front of the right audiences.

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Listen in as they share about:

The FruitGuys Overview
Company Mission and Values
Business Scope and Operations
Product Strategy & CPG Snack Program
Customer Use Cases
Trends & Buyer Insights
How to Work with Fruit Guys
Opportunities for Brands

Episode Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-fruitguys/posts/?feedView=all

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daria-jackson-44360a136/

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