JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS

In this powerhouse episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro welcomes back the unstoppable Brandyn Powell, the man, the brand, and the legend behind California's iconic Oh My Burger. Get ready for a masterclass in resilience, innovation, and what it truly means to build a brand from the ground up, because Brandyn’s journey is one for the books.

Brandyn rewinds the clock to his days at Sprint, whe...

Welcome to an exciting and flavorful episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show! Host Justin Bizzarro is joined by the passionate and inventive Luke Lenz, the founder of Papa Caps Foods. Luke takes us on his spicy journey, which began with a childhood love for hot foods sparked by his prankster aunt who would challenge him to spicy eating contests. This early inspiration ignited a passion that eventually led to the cre...

In this captivating episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro delves into the intricate dynamics of food entrepreneurship. Join him as he explores the profound impact of emotional intelligence and the importance of crafting meaningful connections in the culinary world.

Special guest Monica Mangiarulo shares her inspiring journey, highlighting the challenges and rewards of reigniting her food busi...

In this engaging episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro delves into the compelling intersection of entrepreneurship and AI, bringing a fresh perspective on how these tools are reshaping the food industry. Justin emphasizes the need for developing new skills and balancing technological advancements with human growth, all the while discussing the importance of authenticity in business.

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Join Justin Bizzarro on this captivating episode as he sits down with Jane and Ed Harris, the dynamic duo behind Chef Life Consulting and The Virgin Hair Fantasy. They share their inspiring journey from humble beginnings in Nigeria and the Caribbean to building successful businesses in the United States, all while maintaining a strong family bond and a deep commitment to faith.

Learn about their entrepreneurial transition from work...

Welcome to another engaging episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, where host Justin Bizzarro dives into the world of food entrepreneurship with a focus on empowerment and growth. Join Justin as he converses with Priscilla and Sofia Teixeira, two inspiring sisters who have embarked on a flavorful journey in the Portuguese barbecue scene in New Jersey.

Discover how their family legacy and personal experiences have ...

Welcome to an exciting episode of JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show with your host, Justin Bizzarro. In this engaging episode, Justin is joined by two remarkable guests, BJ Robertson and Laron Whitfield, the minds behind Tillerman's Barbecue in Barstow, California. Discover how a friendship forged in the firehouse led BJ and Laron to embark on a thrilling culinary adventure, bringing their love for food and community to life...

In this episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro introduces Sara Warren, founder of Nashville Kolache Company. Sara shares her inspirational journey from aspiring musician to nurse, and finally to entrepreneur. Growing up in Texas, Sara developed a love for kolaches, a traditional Czech pastry, which she turned into a business after moving to Nashville.

Sara discusses the challenges of bringing ...

Welcome to another episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, where Justin Bizzarro explores the stories of food entrepreneurs. This episode features Tanya Lewis from Fort Worth, Texas, the powerhouse behind "ChixnWanz." Tanya shares her inspiring journey from corporate healthcare to realizing her dream of owning a chicken wing food truck, offering a unique southern flavor twist with her co-partner and mother, Diane R...

Join us for an inspiring episode with Cheyenne Brown of Fun Diggity Funnel Cakes. From her nostalgic love of funnel cakes as a child to building a successful business in Compton, Cheyenne shares her journey of turning passion into profit. Discover how she has made funnel cakes accessible to her community year-round and expanded into offering a retail funnel cake mix.

Cheyenne discusses the challenges and joys of being a self-taught...

In this episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS SHOW, host Justin Bizzarro sits down with Don Hernandez, owner of Pinky Ring Pizza. Tune in as Don shares his inspiring journey from starting as a young worker in Chicago's bustling food scene to launching Pinky Ring Pizza amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Don discusses the invaluable lessons he learned in the food and hospitality industry, the importance of h...

Join us in this inspiring episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show as we dive into the remarkable journey of Sonya Patel, founder of Pur Spices. Sonya shares her transformative path from management consultancy to becoming a food entrepreneur, driven by personal challenges and a passion for quality, allergen-free products. Starting with homemade harissa sauce, she navigated the complexities of food production, includi...

Join us as Justin Bizzarro hosts another engaging episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, where we explore the fascinating journey of Sibte Hassan, the founder of BK Jani, a unique halal burger eatery in Brooklyn, New York.

Discover how Sibte, originally an animator and designer, transitioned into the food industry out of a love for quality food and personal ambition. From facing challenges in understanding restaur...

In this episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro engages in a captivating discussion with Scott Kaylin, the mastermind behind Kaylin & Kaylin Pickles. Scott shares his inspiring journey from a successful career in fashion to pioneering a unique pickle business in Canada and the U.S. Discover how Scott's entrepreneurial spirit led to the creation of innovative pickle flavors and concepts like...

Join us in this captivating episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show as Justin Bizzarro dives deep into the inspiring story of Monica, the founder of Bell'Aroma Cafe in Corpus Christi, Texas. Monica takes us on her extraordinary journey, starting from her humble beginnings in a small Mexican town to building a thriving food business in the heart of Texas. Discover how her family's culinary traditions ignited her pass...

Join Justin Bizzarro in this captivating episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show as he explores the vibrant world of food trucks with special guest Shauna Lehde from Girls Got Balls. Discover the journey behind the Great Food Truck Race and its lasting impact on the community of chefs and entrepreneurs who bring their culinary talents to festivals and events.

Shauna shares her personal story of resilience after tech...

In this episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro introduces Diana, the creative mind behind Velve Chocolate, based in Los Angeles, California. Diana shares her unexpected journey into the world of chocolate, detailing how a viral content moment led her from being a content creator to the founder of her own chocolate business. Despite having no initial experience in the food industry, Diana's pas...

In this inspiring episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, host Justin Bizzarro welcomes Trajan Pei, the innovative young mind behind TropiTai Delights, a Taiwanese-Hawaiian dessert shop in Lakewood, Colorado. At just 21, Trajan discusses his unique journey from computer science student to entrepreneur, sharing the challenges and achievements of opening a dessert shop that fuses his multicultural heritage.

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From Finance Whiz to Food and Beverage Innovator – Aaron Vaccaro's Journey with Liquor Lab and More

Episode Highlights:

• Meet Aaron Vaccaro: Justin Bizzarro sits down with Sacramento-based Aaron Vaccaro, the dynamic CEO of Liquor Lab and Vice President at WestRiver Group. Delve into Aaron's fascinating transition from a background in finance to becoming a significant force in food and beverage entrepreneurship.
• A Portfolio of S...