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Welcome to Consumer Rundown, your destination for the people, companies and trends transforming today's consumer markets. Hosted by Penny and Dimitri. Penny is a Product Manager at one of the largest ecommerce companies in the world. Dimitri is a Venture Investor focusing on early-stage food and beverage companies. He also co-founded a skincare brand called the Foundry Skincare Company. Together, we bring our unique perspectives as investors, founders and operators in the consumer space.

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May 6, 202430 min

Episode 24 - How Better Sour is Changing Flavor Trends with Bella Hughes

Have you ever wished the candy aisle offered something more than the same old flavors? Well, today we're talking with Bella Hughes, co founder of Better Sour, a better for you gummy candy company, shaking up the industry with its globally inspired sour treats. Get ready to learn about the rise of global flavors, succeeding in the competitive retail landscape, and how Bella is using her success to elevate the voices of underrepresented communities. Consumer Rundown podcast is your destination for the people, companies and trends transforming today's consumer markets. Whether you’re a CPG enthusiast, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a seasoned investor, tune in to learn about the stories driving the discussion within the consumer markets.

March 25, 202428 min

Episode 23 - Bridging Cultures through Sanzo with Sandro Roco

February 27, 202444 min

Episode 22 - From Consumer Operator to Investor with Melissa Facchina from Siddhi Capital

Consumer Rundown podcast is your destination for the people, companies and trends transforming today's consumer markets. Whether you’re a CPG enthusiast, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a seasoned investor, tune in to learn about the stories driving the discussion within the consumer markets. On today's episode we are joined by Melissa Facchina from Siddhi Capital. Melissa has seen it all, from building her own operations firm to investing in powerhouse brands, like Magic Spoon, Mid-Day Squares, Immi, and many others. This is a candid conversation about what it takes to win in this competitive landscape within consumer.

February 14, 20246 min

Consumer Rundown News - February 14, 2024

Welcome to the Consumer Rundown news podcast. On today's episode we discuss:The impact of Tuesday's inflation reportThe possible acquisition of Vizio by WalmartProduct launches by Tiger Woods, and Snoop Dogg and Dr Dre. Tuesday's earnings releases by Hasbro and Coca-ColaDon't forget to subscribe to Consumer Rundown and visit us at consumerrundown.com

February 13, 20247 min

Consumer Rundown News - February 13, 2024

Welcome to the Consumer Rundown news podcast. On today's episode we discuss:The challenges facing The Children's PlaceExpansion of private label offerings at Target and Macy'sBeyoncé's new beauty brand, CécredNew fundraising by Odyssey, a functional energy drink maker utilizing mushroomDon't forget to subscribe to Consumer Rundown and visit us at consumerrundown.com

February 9, 20245 min

Consumer Rundown News - February 9, 2024

Welcome to the Consumer Rundown news podcast. On today's episode we discuss Brita's acquisition of LARQChange in CFO at Kroger and Costco Earnings reports from Under Armour, Hershey's' and Mattel New fundraising by Encore Consumer CapitalDon't forget to subscribe to Consumer Rundown and visit us at consumerrundown.com .

February 8, 20247 min

Consumer Rundown News - February 8, 2024

Welcome to the Consumer Rundown news podcast. On today's episode we discuss 1) Mexico Emerging as Top Source for U.S. Imports, Shifting from China 2) Target Exploring Paid Membership Program 3) Snoop Dogg and Master P are suing cereal giants Post and retail kingpin Walmart 4) VF Corp's plan to divest certain non core assets 5) Surging cost of Cocoa Impacting Chocolate Prices for Valentine's Day. Don't forget to subscribe to Consumer Rundown and visit us at consumerrundown.com .

February 6, 202448 min

Episode 21 - Reimagining Watch Resale Marketplace with Quaid Walker, co-founder of Bezel

Consumer Rundown podcast is your destination for the people, companies and trends transforming today's consumer markets. Whether you’re a CPG enthusiast, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a seasoned investor, tune in to learn about the stories driving the discussion within the consumer markets. Today, we're thrilled to have Quaid Walker, co-founder of Bezel, the marketplace disrupting the pre owned luxury watch market. Bezel is on a mission to bring transparency, security, and even a touch of fun to buying and selling pre owned Rolexes, Pateks, and other coveted brands. We hear the story of how Quaid's experience of buying his first luxury watch inspired him to launch bezel and how Bezel was able to attract celebrity investors such as Kevin Hart, Kyle Kuzma, and many others. Quaid will spill the tea on the future of pre owned luxury watches market and how Bezel is changing the game.

January 31, 20245 min

Consumer Rundown News - January 30, 2024

Welcome to the Consumer Rundown news podcast. Today, we discuss improvement in the consumer confidence index. layoffs at UPS, Tom Brady merging his companies with Nobull and Robert Downey Jr. launching Happy Coffee. We also discuss earnings at Starbucks and Mondelez. Don't forget to subscribe to Consumer Rundown and visit us at consumerrundown.com .

January 30, 20244 min

Consumer Rundown News - January 29, 2024

Welcome to the first episode of the Consumer Rundown news podcast. We at the Consumer Rundown are excited to announce that in addition to our interview podcast where we speak to consumer founders, investors, and industry experts. We’ve decided to launch a news podcast that covers the most important news within the consumer markets. Today is Monday January 29th, we discuss Amazon ditching the iRobot acquisition, raises at Walmart, Millie Bobby Brown launching new brand and the closing of Jeffrey's Toys. Consumer Rundown is published by Penny and Dimitri. Don't forget to subscribe to Consumer Rundown and visit us at consumerrundown.com