In this episode, we are speaking with founder and CEO Brandon Castaneda of @ezbombsfood to explore convenience cooking, TikTok marketing, food innovation, their amazing spice bombs, consumer trends, retail strategy, culinary experiences, co-packing, and Mexican cuisine.
Matt Mueller interviews Brandon Castaneda, CEO and co-founder of EZBombs, a unique cooking product that simplifies the preparation of traditional Mexican dishes. The conversation covers the origins of EZBombs, the success at Expo West, the innovative marketing strategies leveraging TikTok, and the challenges of scaling production. Brandon shares insights on consumer trends, retail strategies, and future expansion plans, emphasizing the importance of convenience without sacrificing quality.
Takeaways
- EZBombs simplifies cooking traditional Mexican dishes.
- The product is designed for convenience and indulgence.
- TikTok was a key platform for initial marketing success.
- The company scaled production from a home kitchen to co-packing.
- Consumer feedback is crucial for product development.
- The ideal consumer is diverse, with a focus on convenience.
- Retail placement is still being determined for EZBombs.
- Future flavors and international cuisines are in development.
- The team is focused on hiring skilled professionals for growth.
- Innovation in food products can disrupt traditional markets.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Easy Bombs
03:36 The Concept Behind Easy Bombs
06:26 The Journey of Creation
09:12 Marketing and Viral Success
12:14 Scaling Production
15:15 Consumer Experience and Trends
18:10 Retail Strategy and Future Plans
20:46 Challenges and Growth Opportunities
23:08 Advice for Innovators
More about Brandon and EZBombs:
- Brandon's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandoncastaneda/
- Website - https://ezbombs.com/
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