Sonya Gafsi Oblisk sits down with Ali Bonar, founder of Oat Haus, who transformed her personal struggle with an eating disorder into a mission to create joy-filled, allergen-free food. Ali shares her remarkable journey, from hand-filling jars in her home to building a dedicated manufacturing facility and landing coveted shelf space at Whole Foods Market. With raw honesty, Ali reveals how her past shaped her unique approach to entrepreneurship and continues to shape Oat Haus's future.
In this episode, learn how the Oat Haus founder's persistence broke through countless "no's" to create:
- A food brand disrupting the spread aisle with a fun, school-friendly alternative
- A leadership philosophy rooted in prioritizing mental health
- A commitment to high-quality ingredients without compromise
This episode serves up equal portions of inspiration and practical wisdom for anyone interested in food innovation, conscious entrepreneurship or transforming personal challenges into purposeful business ventures.
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