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Kelly Landrieu
Principal planner of Local & Emerging Brands at Whole Foods Market who leads the LEAP (Local & Emerging Accelerator Program) and helps identify, onboard, and scale emerging food and beverage brands.
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Dec 6, 2025
• 1h 4min
How startups get on the shelves of Whole Foods
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In this conversation with Kelly Landrieu, Principal Planner of Local & Emerging Brands at Whole Foods, the insights flow about her role in the innovative Local & Emerging Accelerator Program (LEAP). She reveals the secrets behind getting startups onto Whole Foods shelves, sharing dos and don’ts for navigating the application process. Kelly emphasizes the importance of financial planning for growth, discusses common pitfalls, and highlights emerging trends like functional snacks. Plus, she forecasts 2026's focus on fiber-rich products, making it an insightful dive into the future of food retail.
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