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We talk about the good and the ugly truth of the product and packaging industries from various sectors of the business. You will hear raw conversations from industry powerhouses for real impact to help you save money, time, and know what's coming down the pipeline. Pull up a seat and join us in the 'House as we discuss key essentials that will help you advance, ascend and accelerate your products to market.

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February 16, 20261 hr 0 min

Ep 55- 3PL and Fulfillment Insights for Every Indie Brand: Outsourcing, Optimizing Customer Experience and Operational Systems with Maïré BAVARDAY-ROSA, CEO & Co Founder ECOMSPACES

In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, Megan Young Gamble talks with fulfillment expert Maïré BAVARDAY-ROSA from ECOMSPACES all things fulfillment, operations, and growth for indie and product-based brands. Maïré details her inspiring journey from a small Caribbean island to launching a logistics business in Atlanta, sharing lessons on resilience and innovation. The conversation covers when to consider a 3PL, the importance of organization (like using SKUs and barcodes from the start!), strategies for inventory management, and why branded packaging and customer service are key growth levers. They also discuss the impact of technology like Shopify, dynamic pricing due to tariffs, retail readiness, and the ever-changing landscape of ecommerce logistics, including AI’s growing role. Maïré offers super practical tips: focus on numbers, outsource shipping when it makes sense, and never underestimate operations’ impact on customer experience. The episode wraps with a fun “power round” where Maïré shares personal tidbits and her passion for helping purpose-driven brands. Affiliate & Other Links: [Megan Young Gamble Links] [AFFILIATE] Ready to crank out your content in as little as 5 minutes? Use Castmagic , AI powered tool to take your content creation from overwhelmed to overjoyed by saving hours of developing content. Save 20 hours by Signing up today! https://get.castmagic.io/Megan [FREEBIE ] Learn about “day in the life” of a Packaging Project Manager → Get our “Starter Packaging PM Freebie” [link] https://glc.ck.page/thestarterpackagingprojectmanager [FREEBIE ] Access commonly referenced organizations and tools in ONE PLACE with our handy guide HERE [link] https://bit.ly/OSTPlay Subscribe & Access our Video Vault YouTube Channel [ link] https://bit.ly/GLConYouTube Join our Email List [link] https://glc.ck.page/55128ae04b Follow and Connect with Megan on LinkedIn [link] https://linkedin.com/in/megangamble Learn about GLC, Packaging & Project execution firm for CPG brands http://www.getlevelconsulting.com Work with Me @ GLC, Schedule Discovery Call https://calendly.com/getlevelconsulting/15-minute-insight-session Got a topic you'd love us to cover? Share your ideas here [link] https://bit.ly/ppptopicform [Powerhouse Guest Maïré s LINKS] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mairehina/ Company Website : https://www.ecomspaces.com/ Email Address: maire@ecomspaces.com QUOTES: Shipping is the most hated industry, I think, in the entire world. Shipping is hard. If you start spending more than two hours a day shipping, it’s time to look at outsourcing your shipping. I would rather pay someone $100 to ship stuff for me in two hours than spend these two hours and lose the opportunity to make $500. Be organized. People overlook how important that is. Packaging is a very underutilized marketing tool. The best marketing is organic marketing. If you treat your customer extremely well and they have the best customer experience possible, you’re going to grow organically.

January 26, 20261 hr 4 min

Ep. 54- “MoCRA & Must-Know Regulations for Beauty Brands in 2026” with Mo Lovelace, Cosmetic Regulatory Affairs Professional and CEO at Steinberg & Associates, Inc.

In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, Megan Young Gamble talks with regulatory specialist Mo Lovelace , co-CEO of Steinberg & Associates , about the evolving landscape of cosmetic product regulations. They discuss the impact of the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MOCRA) , which now mandates FDA registration for both products and manufacturing facilities, no matter the brand size. Mo Lovelace breaks down responsibilities brands have for reporting adverse events, labeling compliance, and the significance of ingredient bans at both federal and state levels (especially California’s new requirements). The conversation emphasizes the importance of regulatory specialists in product development, best practices around documentation, and how brands, big or small, should prioritize compliance to prevent costly mistakes. Plus, there’s practical advice on substantiating marketing claims and tips for surviving regulatory changes in 2026. The episode wraps with a fun rapid-fire round exploring Mo Lovelace’s passion for tennis and family life. Affiliate & Other Links: [Megan Young Gamble Links] [AFFILIATE] Ready to crank out your content in as little as 5 minutes? Use Castmagic , AI powered tool to take your content creation from overwhelmed to overjoyed by saving hours of developing content. Save 20 hours by Signing up today! https://get.castmagic.io/Megan [FREEBIE ] Learn about “day in the life” of a Packaging Project Manager → Get our “Starter Packaging PM Freebie” [link] https://glc.ck.page/thestarterpackagingprojectmanager [FREEBIE ] Access commonly referenced organizations and tools in ONE PLACE with our handy guide HERE [link] https://bit.ly/OSTPlay Subscribe & Access our Video Vault YouTube Channel [ link] https://bit.ly/GLConYouTube Join our Email List [link] https://glc.ck.page/55128ae04b Follow and Connect with Megan on LinkedIn [link] https://linkedin.com/in/megangamble Learn about GLC, Packaging & Project execution firm for CPG brands http://www.getlevelconsulting.com Work with Me @ GLC , Schedule Discovery Call https://calendly.com/getlevelconsulting/15-minute-insight-session Got a topic you'd love us to cover? Share your ideas here [link] https://bit.ly/ppptopicform [Powerhouse Guest Mo’s LINKS] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moyin-lovelace-2743a792/ Company Website : https://www.steinbergandassociates.com Email Address: mo@steinbergandassociates.com Additional Resource links: Sustainable Packaging Coalition: https://sustainablepackaging.org/ Circular Action Alliance: https://circularactionalliance.org/ Independent Beauty Association (IBA): https://independentbeauty.org/ Quotes: An ounce of prevention will save you a whole lot of money at the other end. From the FDA and FTC standpoint, your claims should always be truthful and not misleading. I don’t want my brands to launch products out here and they’re not compliant. Clean does not mean safe You should be starting now, because as your brand grows, you already understand what compliance looks like. Conquer the US first, build your business here, and then look into going elsewhere. The stronger your claims are, the stronger your data to support that claim should be.

January 12, 202641 min

Ep. 53- “Kicking Off 2026: Top Beauty and Packaging Trends Shaping the Industry ” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC

Megan Young Gamble kicks off 2026 with a focus on consistency and real industry impact, sharing the top trends shaping the beauty and packaging industries. Key highlights include the rise of health-first beauty and holistic wellness, AI-powered hyper-personalization, the increasing dominance of digital and social commerce, and accelerated biotech innovation for sustainability. On the packaging front, Megan details trends like mono-material design (driven by new regulations like Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) , Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) , accessibility and inclusive packaging, smart connected packaging using QR, AR, and AI, personalized eco-luxury packaging, and the continued importance of refill and closed-loop systems. Throughout, Megan emphasizes practical advice for brands and startups, regulatory compliance, and the ongoing shift towards a consumer-centric, sustainable future. She also encourages listener engagement and ongoing conversation around industry changes. Listen to the additional podcasts mentioned on the show Kickoff 2025 Trends & Transitions. Listen here Inside MakeUp in New York: Day 1 - Innovation and Tech. Listen here Inside MakeUp in New York: Day 2-Packaging & Sustainability. Listen here Sustainability and Cost-Effective Measures in Packaging and Product Development. Listen here When to Optimize Your Packaging. Listen here How Connected Packaging Shapes Sustainability and Traceability. Listen here WTF! What the TariFfs! Pt1. Listen here WTF! What the TariFfs! Pt2. Listen here Affiliate & Other Links: [Megan Young Gamble Links] [AFFILIATE] Ready to crank out your content in as little as 5 minutes? Use Castmagic , AI powered tool to take your content creation from overwhelmed to overjoyed by saving hours of developing content. Save 20 hours by Signing up today! https://get.castmagic.io/Megan [FREEBIE ] Learn about “day in the life” of a Packaging Project Manager → Get our “Starter Packaging PM Freebie” [link] https://glc.ck.page/thestarterpackagingprojectmanager [FREEBIE ] Access commonly referenced organizations and tools in ONE PLACE with our handy guide HERE [link] https://bit.ly/OSTPlay Subscribe & Access our Video Vault YouTube Channel [ link] https://bit.ly/GLConYouTube Join our Email List [link] https://glc.ck.page/55128ae04b Follow and Connect with Megan on LinkedIn [link] https://linkedin.com/in/megangamble Learn about GLC, Packaging & Project execution firm for CPG brands http://www.getlevelconsulting.com Are you a STARTUP Brand? Join my FREE COMMUNITY -> https://theacceleratesquad.com Work with Me @ GLC, Schedule Discovery Call https://calendly.com/getlevelconsulting/15-minute-insight-session Got a topic you'd love us to cover? Share your ideas here [link] https://bit.ly/ppptopicform Additional Resources: NIQ’s State of Beauty 2025 preview report : https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/2025/niqs-state-of-beauty-2025-beauty-breaks-boundaries-with-10-growth-digital-surge-wellness-shift/ Genz Focused Trend Report : https://www.designerpeople.com/blog/packaging-design-trends-2026/ Myers Packaging Report : https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/2025/niqs-state-of-beauty-2025-beauty-breaks-boundaries-with-10-growth-digital-surge-wellness-shift/ Quotes and Hooks: It’s a new year, but it’s the same impact that we’re delivering. I really believe in not giving fluff. I really believe in just giving straight facts. Beauty is evolving to more of a holistic lifestyle category. Personalization has always been consistent within the beauty realm. Digital and social commerce continues to dominate retail strategy. Sustainability means something different to everybody. Packaging is becoming the digital passport. in 2026 sustainability is becomes a compliance priority in the US because states are activating EPR extended producer responsibility laws that makes brands responsible for packaging waste

November 17, 202557 min

Ep. 52- “Building a Seven-Figure Haircare Brand Rooted in Sustainable Ingredients, Packaging & Community (without Amazon)” with Kate Assaraf, CEO and Founder, DIP Hair Care

In this engaging conversation, Megan Young Gamble interviews Kate Assaraf , founder of Dip Haircare , a sustainable haircare brand that emphasizes community, effective products, and a commitment toward reducing plastic waste. Kate shares her journey of creating Dip from a personal need for sustainable haircare, the importance of understanding true sustainability in beauty, and her advocacy for synthetic fragrances when done correctly. The discussion also covers the iterative process of product development, the significance of community support, and the lessons learned on the path to building a seven-figure business, without launching on Amazon.. Kate's vision for the future includes empowering local retailers and fostering a deeper connection with consumers. Affiliate & Other Links: [Megan Young Gamble Links] [AFFILIATE] Ready to crank out your content in as little as 5 minutes? Use Castmagic , AI powered tool to take your content creation from overwhelmed to overjoyed by saving hours of developing content. Save 20 hours by Signing up today! https://get.castmagic.io/Megan [FREEBIE ] Learn about “day in the life” of a Packaging Project Manager → Get our “Starter Packaging PM Freebie” [link] https://glc.ck.page/thestarterpackagingprojectmanager [FREEBIE ] Access commonly referenced organizations and tools in ONE PLACE with our handy guide HERE [link] https://bit.ly/OSTPlay Subscribe & Access our Video Vault YouTube Channel [ link] https://bit.ly/GLConYouTube Join our Email List [link] https://glc.ck.page/55128ae04b Follow and Connect with Megan on LinkedIn [link] https://linkedin.com/in/megangamble Learn about GLC, Packaging & Project execution firm for CPG brands http://www.getlevelconsulting.com Work with Me @ GLC, Schedule Discovery Call https://calendly.com/getlevelconsulting/15-minute-insight-session Got a topic you'd love us to cover? Share your ideas here [link] https://bit.ly/ppptopicform [Powerhouse Guest Kate's LINKS] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-assaraf-b25a741a7/ Company Website: https://dipalready.com/ Company Instagram : @dipalready QUOTES: It is very serious hair care for not so serious people. Chemicals aren’t the problem. 2D understanding of sustainability is. Talking about soap as if it's gonna save the world is just not genuine. We’re living in a world of digital pollution, fake reviews, fake hype, and the best filter is your own gut. There is a karma to when you launch a business. When you’re kind to people along the way, that energy comes back to you when you start. Don’t fear change. You don’t want to look the same in all your photographs, you want to have a wild time. We need to return to just the empathetic, human way of shopping. Use the money that you accumulate to pay it forward somewhere… it’s important to do that quietly and often.

October 30, 202536 min

Ep. 51- “Inside MakeUp in New York: Day 2-Packaging & Sustainability” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC

In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse , host Megan Young Gamble recaps her experience at Makeup in New York 2025, from day 1 and this episode focusing on day two themes of packaging innovation, sustainability, and beauty tech. She shares actionable insights from industry panels including advances in sustainable packaging (like APC Packaging ’s patented mono-material droppers and refillable solutions), compliance considerations, smart packaging, and the importance of consumer psychology. Startup brand Rebel Queen’s all-in-one curly hair product is highlighted for its minimalistic approach, while expert Roberta Sironi provides a masterclass on mascara packaging, launching an academy for deeper industry education. Megan ties it all together with observations on tech (especially AI’s growing role in beauty and packaging), and offers advice for brands considering trade shows, encouraging startups to attend for valuable connections and inspiration. Be sure to check out Day 1 Recap HERE . Access our other podcast episodes mentioned during the episode Inside MakeUp in New York: Day 1 Innovation and Tech” with Megan Young Gamble. Listen Here Packaging Design, Influence, & Integrity" with Vicki Strull, Founder, Vicki Strull Design. Listen Here The Truth About Stress, Skincare, and Your Immune System” with Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu, Immunologist and founder of AveSeena and ChicScience Labs. Listen Here Roundtable: Packaging, Plastics & Platforms toward Circular Economy” with Emily Anne Friedman (Recycled Plastics Editor, ICIS), Ryan Fox (Packaging Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence) and Nicole Toole (Founder of ECGO.) Listen Here How Connected Packaging Shapes Sustainability and Traceability” with John Dwyer, Smart Packaging Expert at Smurfit Westrock & Maurizio Carano, Innovation & Marketing Director IML @ MCC Label. Listen Here Affiliate & Other Links: [Megan Young Gamble Links] [AFFILIATE] Ready to crank out your content in as little as 5 minutes? Use Castmagic , AI powered tool to take your content creation from overwhelmed to overjoyed by saving hours of developing content. Save 20 hours by Signing up today! https://get.castmagic.io/Megan [FREEBIE ] Learn about “day in the life” of a Packaging Project Manager → Get our “Starter Packaging PM Freebie” [link] https://glc.ck.page/thestarterpackagingprojectmanager [FREEBIE ] Access commonly referenced organizations and tools in ONE PLACE with our handy guide HERE [link] https://bit.ly/OSTPlay Subscribe & Access our Video Vault YouTube Channel [ link] https://bit.ly/GLConYouTube Join our Email List [link] https://glc.ck.page/55128ae04b Follow and Connect with Megan on LinkedIn [link] https://linkedin.com/in/megangamble Learn about GLC, Packaging & Project execution firm for CPG brands http://www.getlevelconsulting.com Work with Me @ GLC, Schedule Discovery Call https://calendly.com/getlevelconsulting/15-minute-insight-session Got a topic you'd love us to cover? Share your ideas here [link] https://bit.ly/ppptopicform Contact details of Jennifer Lehto, Senior Business Development Manager at APC Packaging Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferlehto Email id - jenniserl@apcpackaging.com Roberta Sironi, Chief Commercial Officer at Pibiplast Spa Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/roberta-sironi-0636982/ Pibiplast academy - https://pibiplast.com/certifications Quotes and Hooks: We've always been very conscious about our scalp health because you have to make sure your scalp is clean to help with promoting hair growth. Smart packaging gives each product their own digital passport telling consumers what it is, where it came from and what to do at the end of life. Everybody wants sustainable packaging, but the real question is: what does sustainability mean to you and your brand? Glass is heavier, costs more to ship, and is prone to breakage, so is it really deemed sustainable? Something to think about. I struggled for years to find the perfect curly hair product and I finally created it, an all-in-one that hydrates, defines, and controls frizz. (Bleema, Rebel Queen) Mascara is a really complex product, you need a lot of technicity to make the magic and make the product work. (Roberta Cerroni, Pibi Plast) AI is here to stay, and I use ChatGPT as my daily assistant all the time to help me think through things and shorten cycle times. Would I attend Makeup In New York again? Absolutely. Is it a trade show that I would recommend any company to attend? Absolutely.

October 24, 202552 min

Ep. 50- “Inside MakeUp in New York: Day 1 - Innovation and Tech” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC

In this special episode on the Product & Packaging Powerhouse , host Megan Young Gamble recaps her first postpartum event at Makeup in New York 2025, sharing personal insights on overcoming mom guilt and traveling for work. She highlights major trends and innovations she discovered on day one, including Korean skincare (K-Beauty), with an emphasis on new ingredients like PDRN (extracted from Salmon). Megan also reviews winners from the Makeup in New York Beauty Innovation Awards across categories like accessories, formulation, full service, packaging, and ocean beauty, spotlighting standout products and sustainable packaging solutions. She also explores the integration of AI and AR technology in beauty, featuring virtual try-on platforms and their growing role in consumer experiences. The episode wraps with practical advice for brands on innovation, sustainability, and preparing for future beauty industry events. Check out the following episode for day 2 recap at MakeUp in New York, with emphasis in packaging and ocean bound packaging. Affiliate & Other Links: [Megan Young Gamble Links] [AFFILIATE] Ready to crank out your content in as little as 5 minutes? Use Castmagic , AI powered tool to take your content creation from overwhelmed to overjoyed by saving hours of developing content. Save 20 hours by Signing up today! https://get.castmagic.io/Megan [FREEBIE ] Learn about “day in the life” of a Packaging Project Manager → Get our “Starter Packaging PM Freebie” [link] https://glc.ck.page/thestarterpackagingprojectmanager [FREEBIE ] Access commonly referenced organizations and tools in ONE PLACE with our handy guide HERE [link] https://bit.ly/OSTPlay Subscribe & Access our Video Vault YouTube Channel [ link] https://bit.ly/GLConYouTube Join our Email List [link] https://glc.ck.page/55128ae04b Follow and Connect with Megan on LinkedIn [link] https://linkedin.com/in/megangamble Learn about GLC, Packaging & Project execution firm for CPG brands http://www.getlevelconsulting.com Work with Me @ GLC, Schedule Discovery Call https://calendly.com/getlevelconsulting/15-minute-insight-session Got a topic you'd love us to cover? Share your ideas here [link] https://bit.ly/ppptopicform Access our other podcast episodes mentioned during the episode Megan’s Car Rental to Packaging Journey. Listen here Connected Packaging. Listen here [Contact details] Arbelle Website (DEMO) : https://arbelle.ai/demo/ Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/company/arbelle-ai/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arbelle.ai/ MaquillAR studio Sofi Chernyak linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sofi-chernyak/ MaquillAR studio linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/maquillar-studio/posts/?feedView=all Quotes: I birthed my daughter March 2025 and this was my first postpartum event. I almost didn’t go because mom's guilt really kicked in. Sometimes innovation can also be taking something that’s already existing and revamping it… changing the aesthetics, collaborating with another partner, or increasing efficacy. K Beauty has been something that I have been following since my time in corporate because of the efficacy, because of the innovation they incorporated in their formulation. PDRN is actually extracted from salmon sperm. It is filtered, sterilized, and very gentle on sensitive skin. We do have packaging EPR, extended producer responsibility. In the US, seven states have passed legislation thinking about end-of-life use of packaging. Ocean bound plastic is waste collected within 50km of the coastlines before it enters the ocean. It's different from ocean plastic. AI is here to stay. If you’re not progressing with the times you are behind. We have to leverage AI to become more efficient and extract data quicker.

October 6, 202558 min

Ep. 49- “The Truth About Stress, Skincare, and Your Immune System” with Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu, Immunologist and founder of AveSeena and ChicScience Labs

In this episode of the Product & Packaging Powerhouse , host Megan Young Gamble sits down with Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu , an immunologist, molecular medicine expert, wellness coach, and founder of AveSeena and ChicScience Labs . Dr. Ebru explains the critical impact of stress and inflammation, especially “inflammaging” on skin health, and why acute inflammation is necessary while chronic or persistent low-level inflammation is harmful. She shares her journey combining science with intentional daily rituals and discusses her focus on creating multitasking skincare products that address inflammatory issues, especially for busy women. Dr. Ebru also highlights the importance of compliance, GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) and not following fleeting beauty trends, urging new brands to focus on targeted needs and sound partnerships. The episode covers myths in the beauty industry (like “clean” meaning chemical-free), TikTok trends to avoid, and how packaging matters but real results keep customers loyal. There’s also a fun sci-fi rapid-fire round at the end! Affiliate & Other Links: [Megan Young Gamble Links] [AFFILIATE] Ready to crank out your content in as little as 5 minutes? Use Castmagic , AI powered tool to take your content creation from overwhelmed to overjoyed by saving hours of developing content. Save 20 hours by Signing up today! https://get.castmagic.io/Megan [FREEBIE ] Learn about “day in the life” of a Packaging Project Manager → Get our “Starter Packaging PM Freebie” [link] https://glc.ck.page/thestarterpackagingprojectmanager [FREEBIE ] Access commonly referenced organizations and tools in ONE PLACE with our handy guide HERE [link] https://bit.ly/OSTPlay Subscribe & Access our Video Vault YouTube Channel [ link] https://bit.ly/GLConYouTube Join our Email List [link] https://glc.ck.page/55128ae04b Follow and Connect with Megan on LinkedIn [link] https://linkedin.com/in/megangamble Learn about GLC, Packaging & Project execution firm for CPG brands http://www.getlevelconsulting.com Work with Me @ GLC, Schedule Discovery Call https://calendly.com/getlevelconsulting/15-minute-insight-session Got a topic you'd love us to cover? Share your ideas here [link] https://bit.ly/ppptopicform [Powerhouse Guest Dr Ebru’s LINKS] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ebrukarpuzoglu/ Company Website: www.aveseena.com Company Website: www.chicsciencelabs.com Additional Resource [Podcast] "MoCRA, Misconceptions and Regulatory Risk" - Ariana Farina, Regulatory Consultant @ Ariana Farina. Listen here Episode Quotes: . Don’t follow the trends, find your niche, find a good partner, and be intentional. Clean doesn’t mean chemical-free. Everything is a chemical, even water Everything inside is mirroring outside You're an open system. Your skin is your outer layer, but it's designed to feel everything. If you don’t have inflammation, you will die. Inflammation keeps us alive. Chronic stress induces inflammation, and you see it right away on your face and in how your body feels. Inflammaging is that silent, low-level inflammation that slowly makes you look tired and age faster. Science doesn’t work against you, it works for you. Be ethical, be transparent. When you put your head on the pillow at night, you should know you did it right.

September 22, 20251 hr 6 min

Ep. 48- “Roundtable: Packaging, Plastics & Platforms toward Circular Economy” with Emily Anne Friedman (Recycled Plastics Editor, ICIS), Ryan Fox (Packaging Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence) and Nicole Toole (Founder of ECGO)

In this special roundtable episode of the Product and Packaging Powerhouse , host Megan Young Gamble sat down with industry experts Emily Anne Friedman (Recycled Plastics Editor, ICIS ), and Ryan Fox (Packaging Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence ) and Nicole Toole (Founder of ECGO ) to unpack definitions of sustainability, the impact of data and technology, consumer education, and policy approaches like EPR. The panel considers how to move toward a more circular economy, while acknowledging the real-world constraints of infrastructure, cost, and market incentives. Affiliate & Other Links: [Megan Young Gamble Links] [AFFILIATE] Ready to crank out your content in as little as 5 minutes? Use Castmagic , AI powered tool to take your content creation from overwhelmed to overjoyed by saving hours of developing content. Save 20 hours by Signing up today! https://get.castmagic.io/Megan [FREEBIE ] Learn about “day in the life” of a Packaging Project Manager → Get our “Starter Packaging PM Freebie” [link] https://glc.ck.page/thestarterpackagingprojectmanager [FREEBIE ] Access commonly referenced organizations and tools in ONE PLACE with our handy guide HERE [link] https://bit.ly/OSTPlay Subscribe & Access our Video Vault YouTube Channel [ link] https://bit.ly/GLConYouTube Join our Email List [link] https://glc.ck.page/55128ae04b Follow and Connect with Megan on LinkedIn [link] https://linkedin.com/in/megangamble Learn about GLC, Packaging & Project execution firm for CPG brands http://www.getlevelconsulting.com Work with Me @ GLC, Schedule Discovery Call https://calendly.com/getlevelconsulting/15-minute-insight-session Got a topic you'd love us to cover? Share your ideas here [link] https://bit.ly/ppptopicform [Powerhouse Guests Social Links] 1. Emily Anne Friedman - Recycled Plastics Senior Market Editor, Americas ICIS LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyannefriedman/ Company Website: https://www.icis.com/explore/ 2. Nicole Toole - Founder & CEO at ECGO LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-toole/ Company website: https://www.ecgo.co/ 3. Ryan Fox - Corrugated Packaging Market Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryandfox/ Company website: https://www.green-markets.com/BOX/Index.html Additional Resource: Pizza box recycling - https://www.westrock.com/blog/pizza-box-recycling Here's a great resource to help understand curbside recycling trends. - https://recyclingpartnership.org/residential-recycling-report/ [Podcast] Be a Packaging Steward": Packaging Sustainability, Sales and Intentional Connections with Adam Peek “Packaging Pastor” SVP of Meyers | Host of People of Packaging Podcast. Listen here [Podcast] How Connected Packaging Shapes Sustainability and Traceability” with J ohn Dwyer , Smart Packaging Expert at Smurfit Westrock & Maurizio Carano , Innovation & Marketing Director IML @ MCC Label. Listen here Episode Quotes: . It's one thing to give someone a recycling bin, it's another thing for them to actually treat it like one. - Emily Your PCR, which is post-consumer recycled content, is very important, but you also have to ask, where is that recycled material coming from and what’s the overall carbon footprint? - Emily Ultimately when we think about shifting people's behavior, it’s adopting the values of waste stewardship and ensuring products have the best end-of-life process. - Nicole The biggest barriers are incentives and confusion, so we built technology to make it easy, local, and rewarding. - Nicole Every year, corrugated captures about 35 million tons of old containers and turns them into a brand-new version that circularity is sustainability. - Ryan One of the challenges is inspiring people at home to take a bigger role in recycling. That's where the biggest difference will come. - Ryan Sometimes the greenest thing from a greenhouse gas perspective is actually plastic, but it’s the one that gets hit the hardest. - Ryan

September 8, 20251 hr 0 min

Ep. 47- “The ABCs of Partnerships through Access & Business Certifications” with Marc Winston, Senior Director at National Minority Supplier Development Council Inc.® (NMSDC®) and the President and CEO of Marc Winston Enterprises

In this episode of the Product & Packaging Powerhouse , host Megan Young Gamble reconnects with longtime friend Marc Winston , Senior Director at National Minority Supplier Development Council Inc.® (NMSDC®) and the President and CEO of Marc Winston Enterprises . Marc and Megan reminisce on growing up in Little Rock, Arkansas, along with Marc’s journey from early sports and educational influences, a robust corporate career in logistics, supply chain and supplier diversity at Walmart. The conversation dives deep into the value of supplier diversity, the power of certifications (like NMSDC and WBENC ), and the importance of intentional networking and relationship-building for brands and businesses seeking corporate partnerships. Marc emphasizes how certifications provide access, not guarantees, sharing actionable advice on leveraging networks, staying resilient, and scaling businesses. The episode wraps with rapid-fire fun facts and practical takeaways for entrepreneurs looking to grow through inclusion and strategic connections. Affiliate & Other Links: [Megan Young Gamble Links] [AFFILIATE] Ready to crank out your content in as little as 5 minutes? Use Castmagic , AI powered tool to take your content creation from overwhelmed to overjoyed by saving hours of developing content. Save 20 hours by Signing up today! https://get.castmagic.io/Megan [FREEBIE ] Learn about “day in the life” of a Packaging Project Manager → Get our “Starter Packaging PM Freebie” [link] https://glc.ck.page/thestarterpackagingprojectmanager [FREEBIE ] Access commonly referenced organizations and tools in ONE PLACE with our handy guide HERE [link] https://bit.ly/OSTPlay 2 [WATCH OUR EPISODES] Subscribe & Access our Video Vault YouTube Channel [ link] https://bit.ly/GLConYouTube Join our Email List [link] https://glc.ck.page/55128ae04b [FOLLOW & CONNECT] with Megan on LinkedIn [link] https://linkedin.com/in/megangamble Learn about GLC, Packaging & Project execution firm for CPG brands http://www.getlevelconsulting.com [WORK WITH MEGAN] @ GLC, Schedule Discovery Call [link] https://calendly.com/getlevelconsulting/15-minute-insight-session [Powerhouse Guest Marc’s LINKS] LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marc-winston-774179151 Email Address: mwinstonenterprises@yahoo.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_m.winston/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m.winston.8?mibextid=ZbWKwL National Minority Supplier Development Council Inc.® (NMSDC®) : https://nmsdc.org/ Episode Quotes: . Certification is like a passport, it opens the door, but you still have to take the trip. Everybody needs someone advocating for them in rooms they’re not in. A fast no isn’t failure. Sometimes it’s the first step toward a slow yes. Supplier diversity is about access, advocacy, and advancement, not handouts. Your why gets you in the room. Your execution keeps you there. The salt from rejection today can turn into sugar tomorrow, if you put in the work. Resilience in sports taught me resilience in business, you adjust, you pivot, and you keep playing. Success in supplier diversity isn’t about luck. It’s about showing up, following up, and staying ready.

August 28, 202540 min

Ep. 46- “Family First: Crafting a Business Legacy Together” with Megan Young Gamble, PMP®, Chief Project Officer @ GLC and Brandon Gamble, CEO of Pallet Pros

In this episode of " Product & Packaging Powerhouse ," host Megan Young Gamble has a heartfelt conversation with her husband and business partner, Brandon Gamble, CEO of Pallet Pros and Pallet Pros Academy . They discuss building a business legacy together, balancing entrepreneurship with new parenthood, and the realities of running two companies as a family. Brandon shares how Pallet Pros was inspired, the importance of creating a strong vendor network, and why consistency is key in the pallet industry. They also discussed the impact (or lack thereof) of tariffs on their business, the importance of community, and their vision for legacy with their newborn daughter, Amaiyah. The episode wraps up with fun rapid-fire questions and practical advice for entrepreneurs. Affiliate & Other Links: [Megan Young Gamble Links] [AFFILIATE] Ready to crank out your content in as little as 5 minutes? Use Castmagic , AI powered tool to take your content creation from overwhelmed to overjoyed by saving hours of developing content. Save 20 hours by Signing up today! https://get.castmagic.io/Megan [FREEBIE ] Learn about “day in the life” of a Packaging Project Manager → Get our “Starter Packaging PM Freebie” [link] https://glc.ck.page/thestarterpackagingprojectmanager [FREEBIE ] Access commonly referenced organizations and tools in ONE PLACE with our handy guide HERE [link] https://bit.ly/OSTPlay Subscribe & Access our Video Vault YouTube Channel [ link] https://bit.ly/GLConYouTube Join our Email List [link] https://glc.ck.page/55128ae04b Follow and Connect with Megan on LinkedIn [link] https://linkedin.com/in/megangamble Learn about GLC, Packaging & Project execution firm for CPG brands http://www.getlevelconsulting.com Work with Me @ GLC, Schedule Discovery Call https://calendly.com/getlevelconsulting/15-minute-insight-session Got a topic you'd love us to cover? Share your ideas here [link] https://bit.ly/ppptopicform [Powerhouse Brandon Gamble Links] Pallet Pros: www.palletprosga.com Pallet Pros Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/palletprosga/?locale=ko-KR&hl=ar Pallet Pros email: PalletProsGA@gmail.com Pallet Pros Academy: https://www.palletprosacademy.com/ [Additional Resources] Podcast Episodes on Tariffs WTF! What the TariFfs! Pt1. LISTEN HERE WTF! What the TariFfs! Pt2. LISTEN HERE X Intersection of Business & Marriage. Listen HERE Episode Quotes: I don't like to hoard information. If I can do it, you know, if I can give somebody a bit of information that can help them out, then I want to be able to share that information with them. Pallet Pros is more of your brick and mortar distribution side. So we physically have a physical building. We have pallets there and we have workers. So at my level, I'm not really seeing an impact with tariffs. I have strategically placed my business where I work with small and medium sized businesses that for the most part ship within the country so they're not having to ship stuff overseas. My network is built around redundancy. So where if I'm not physically available, I have other people that can do the work for me When I come home, my brain switches from entrepreneur to now husband and father. It’s beautiful chaos, running two businesses while raising a five-month-old. Legacy, for me, is building something that still operates after I’m gone. - Brandon Consistency is the number one thing if you want to succeed in the pallet business.

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