Emerging Brands Podcast

Welcome to Emerging Brands Podcast® with Kelly Bennett This is the podcast where you'll discover the stories behind your new favorite CPG brands. Each episode dives into the brand and founder journey—how they launched, what sets them apart, and the strategy behind going to market. We talk plans for growth, practical advice for emerging founders, and where to shop the products making waves in food, beverage, wellness, and beyond. You'll also hear from industry experts—brand builders, investors, and operators—who should absolutely be on your radar if you're growing a CPG brand today. Whether you're building something of your own or love supporting what's next, you're in the right place.

Emerging Brands Podcast is a general podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 300 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  WILDE

  Jun 22, 202628 minS0

  <p >Jason Wright, Founder and CEO of WILDE Protein Snacks, has completely redefined what protein snacking can be by building an entirely new category from scratch. Driven by a mission to rethink food after growing up around carb-heavy cooking and family diabetes, Jason spent nearly a decade in trial and error to create a crunchy, flavor-packed snack made from real chicken breast. Today, WILDE Protein Chips have scaled into over 30,000 retail doors including Whole Foods, Costco, Kroger, and Walmart, surpassing $100M in sales, with their highly anticipated WILDE Protein Crackers rolling out nationally to mark the brand's next major expansion...

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  Munchkin

  Jun 22, 202622 minS0

  <p >Disrupting a category requires a relentless commitment to innovation and a deep understanding of your audience. For over 30 years, Munchkin Inc. has done exactly that, growing into a global baby lifestyle powerhouse with over 350 patents, 250 design awards, and products sold in more than 50 countries. Leading the charge for their expansion into key growth categories is Kristin Pagano, General Manager of Infant Nutrition, who brings a wealth of experience managing multi-billion dollar campaigns at tech and entertainment giants like Intel and 20th Century Fox.</p> <p >In this episode, I sit down with Kristin to dive into the operational mechanics...

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  SIMPLi

  Jun 22, 202629 minS0

  <p >Sarela Herrada, Co-Founder and CEO of SIMPLi, is leading a broader movement to bring nutrient-dense, purpose-led pantry staples into everyday kitchens without compromising on quality or values. Founded in 2020 alongside her husband and co-founder Matt Cohen, SIMPLi was born during the pandemic from a shared belief that better food, grown with care and integrity, should be easier to access. The brand launched directly across foodservice, retail, direct-to-consumer, and meal kits, introducing its first Regenerative Organic Certified® products at Whole Foods Market in 2021 and evolving into an elevated portfolio designed for modern, everyday nourishment.</p> <p >Sarela and I talk a...

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  Little Latke

  Jun 15, 202625 minS0

  <p >Taylor Blue, Founder and CEO of Little Latke, has introduced an entirely new category to the crowded snack aisle by taking inspiration from a beloved family recipe. Inspired by the coveted, golden crispy edges of a traditional family latke, Taylor created the world's first shelf-stable potato crisp. By combining real shredded potatoes and a subtle hint of onion with modern clean-label standards, including gluten-free, non-GMO, and seed-oil-free ingredients, Little Latke successfully transforms a seasonal heritage food into a highly versatile, everyday snack.</p> <p >In this episode, Taylor dives into the creative and operational journey of bringing a heritage-inspired...

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  CPG Founders & Fundraising: A Live Recording From NY Tech Week

  Jun 15, 202647 minS0

  <p >The fundraising landscape for consumer brands has completely shifted, moving away from hyper-growth milestones and focusing heavily on sustainable scale, margin efficiency, and true omni-channel traction. This episode was recorded live during NY Tech Week, bringing together the leading investment voices who are actively shaping the next generation of consumer and early-stage capital. I sat down with Kelley Arena, Founder and Managing Partner of Golden Hour Ventures, and Annie Evans, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Dream Ventures, for a transparent look at what it actually takes to back and build a successful consumer brand in today's market.</p> <p >...

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