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Breaking News: nübee Welcomes Game-Changing Co-Founder! 🚀🍯 We're buzzing with excitement to announce that Kristina Schuster has joined nübee as our newest Co-Founder and Board Member! 🐝✨ Kristina isn't just any entrepreneur – she's a powerhouse with over a decade of experience as a serial founder and CEO, dominating the e-commerce and FMCG landscapes. Her uncanny ability to spot emerging food trends and develop products that hit the market's sweet spot is nothing short of extraordinary. 🔍 Expert Trend Hunter 🏆 Seasoned CEO 🛒 E-commerce Maven 🍽️ Product Development Guru With Kristina on board, we're not just stepping into new categories – we're leaping! Get ready for some mind-blowing announcements that will shake up the industry. 💥 Stay tuned, because the future of nübee is about to get a whole lot more vibrant! 🌟🔥 #InnovationUnleashed #FoodTechRevolution #StartupGrowth

Our latest content project is live! 🚀 I absolutely love working on these videos - getting away from my desk and creating this kind of content is probably my favourite part of my job. It also helps to have a great videographer - I can explain to Quason Matthews exactly what my vision is for the video, and he brings it to life! 💫 #meetthefounder #videocontent

DO TO THE KITCHEN WHAT UBER DID TO THE CAR LinkedIn members familiar with my posts and articles know that I believe the grocery and food industries are ready for severe disruption. In 2013, I wrote articles, LinkedIn posts, and I spoke on podcasts about what I consider to be the Holy Grail of disruption - leverage infrastructure and robotics to reduce the cost of food production and delivery cheaper than the price of going to a grocery store to buy groceries and cook the food at home. In the video I have attached, Travis Kalanick, co-founder of Uber, and one of the most brilliant and influential entrepreneurs in history, outlines his vision for his company, CloudKitchens. According to Travis, this is the opportunity: “Can you get the preparation and delivery of food so high-quality and cost-efficient, that it starts to approach the cost of you going to the grocery store. If that happens, you do to the kitchen what Uber did to the car.” I believe the answer is yes. I agree 100% with Kalanick as I designed nearly the exact same model. However, I desgined the model for Amazon to leverage, and Travis launched CloudKitchens. Amazon is a customer of CloudKitchens, and the relationship is growing. Travis believes that his strength is “digitizing the physical world.” This means manufacturing, logistics and real estate. CloudKitchens has a software division and a robotics division. (A video is played in the podcast that shows the ecosystem CloudKitchens has created via their software and robotics). I believe we are about to witness how powerful CloudKitchens ecosystem is due to their partnership with Starbucks and their new CEO Brian Niccol. Niccol wants to resore the vibe of Starbucks being the “third place.” CloudKitchens can make it a reality. I strongly encourage Niccol to THINK BIG and push the frontier of what’s possible using robotics and automation inside CloudKitchens facilities strategically located in the majority of cities. CloudKitchens facilities can be leveraged for drinks and food preparation. Completed orders can be delivered in minutes to nearby actual Starbucks. Expanding the partnership with CloudKitchens is arguably the most strategic move Niccol can make. Travis and CloudKitchens are creating a new model for how Americans THINK about eating, and they’re also providing the infrastructure and ecosystem to introduce new options for food. The food and grocery industries are a $2T business. Little has changed in the industries over the last 100 years. The potential impact of CloudKitchens is nearly limitless. We are witnessing the next Uber in CloudKitchens. I encourage everyone to watch the video. I wish Travis and the team from CloudKitchens the best. Note: I have tried to get Travis to agree to an interview but so far, I have been unable to convince Travis to do so. #retail #management #leadership #future Chamath Palihapitiya Jason Calacanis David O. Sacks David Friedberg All-In Podcast

Grocery and Food industry disruption! Brittain Ladd You certainly stimulate thought! This reminds me of Ryanair original business model - to make air travel cheaper than any other way of getting to a destination. Crazy at the time, yet Ryanair is still doing fine and largely created a model that met its vision. Perhaps CloudKitchens can be the Ryanair of food production and distribution. Will watch this space. #distruption #innovation #foodinnovation #cpg #foodservice

With the post sharing last time, you may understand better the Motion stage of The entrepreneurial journey of my Startup Drinkizz O.N.E. Today, I invite you to read the Engage stage by my co-founder Pierre Bonnet To recap, the Motion focuses on the purpose of a project (see his previous post), The Engage clarifies the actions not to miss to increase chances of success, and that’s the subject of this new post.

How I went from sneaking into BevNet to being on stage Two years ago, I had the idea to create a better-for-you, honey-based beverage, but there was one big problem: startups are expensive to get off the ground. I poured everything I had into LIXIR, but coming from the non-alcoholic beverage space, I knew I had a lot to learn about the alcohol industry. So, I snuck in. BevNet events are held in Marina del Rey, just down the street from where I live in Santa Monica. Sure, I could’ve watched the keynote talks online from home, but I knew I needed to network—to meet the people who could help turn my idea into reality. I’d stream the conferences from a nearby coffee shop, made a copy of the event badge at FedEx Office, Amazoned a red lanyard, and walked right in. I’m sharing this story to put into context how surreal it was to be on stage this year, pitching LIXIR to an audience of industry leaders, buyers, and investors. Just two years later, we not only have a real (and AMAZING) product, but also: ✚ A fantastic team that continues to grow. ✚ Advisors and investors I once looked up to, who are now close partners. ✚ Customers who have made our product a staple after just six months on the market. ✚ Ambitious plans to go international within the next three years. Being able to share all of that live with hundreds of people was electric. If you haven’t yet tried LIXIR or want to learn more about what we’re building, I’d love to connect. Drink Different. Bee Better. LIXIR #BevNetLive #HardHoney #RegenerativeOrganic #LIXIR #StartupJourney #BetterBuzz

🌟 Celebrating 5 Years of Innovation! 🌟 It feels like just yesterday when the seeds of an idea were planted over a cup of coffee in a cozy London coffee shop. Back in 2017, I sat down with Valentina Sorgato and Pierantonio Macola from Smau, filled with excitement and curiosity, to discuss the untapped potential of the UK start-up ecosystem. Fast forward to 2018, and our vision materialized into the inaugural SMAU Italy RestartsUp in London 🚀. And here we are in 2024, gathering once again for the fifth consecutive year of this remarkable journey! The journey that began with a simple conversation has flourished into a thriving platform for Italian innovation. From humble beginnings to this momentous occasion, each year has been a testament to the boundless creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of Italy. Join us at the Old Truman Brewery on the 26th of March 2024, as we showcase the latest in Italian innovation and entrepreneurship. Whether you're a seasoned investor, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply curious about the forefront of technology, there's something here for everyone. Let's come together to celebrate not just how far we've come, but also the endless possibilities that lie ahead. Together, let's continue to push the boundaries, defy expectations, and shape the future of innovation. See you at the Old Truman Brewery! Secure your ticket by following the link in the comments section 🔗 #SMAUItalyrestartsup #ItalianInnovation #LondonStartupScene #italiantradeagency #openinnovation

The Tepiteña: More than a distribution center, a story of effort, impact, and community A year after its inception, located in the heart of Mexico City, La Tepiteña is not just a Coca-Cola FEMSA beverage distribution center; it is a space where resilience, women’s empowerment, and community commitment converge. In just one year, we have built a place that fosters inclusion, sustainability, and social development, positively impacting our community. Every box delivered and every customer served represents an opportunity to strengthen a value chain that celebrates the cultural roots of Tepito, a neighborhood full of history, bravery, and unity. What do we do at La Tepiteña? We distribute quality products that are part of the daily lives of thousands of people. We promote fundamental values, such as teamwork and women’s empowerment. We lead by example, supporting the local economy and contributing to the well-being of our community. As an entrepreneur, my greatest satisfaction is transforming La Tepiteña into a model of social entrepreneurship that not only distributes products but also generates hope, breaks stigmas, and creates new opportunities for those around us. The journey is challenging, but instead of discouraging me, it fuels my determination and confidence to keep moving forward. Special thanks to: Gabriel Hoyos Matias, Angel Gonzalez Gonzalez, Karina Elizabeth Tepale Romero, and Fernando Miranda Perez: For their human support and invaluable contribution from Coca-Cola FEMSA. @Alessandra Rojo de la Vega and Obdulio Ávila Mayo: For backing cultural and community initiatives. Ariel Fuentes Carrasco and Roberto Morris: For their constant mentorship. My parents: For being my greatest inspiration and unconditional support. I am convinced that together we can continue building a more inclusive and promising future. Coca-Cola FEMSA has been a key pillar in this mission, and my commitment is to keep strengthening this partnership to create even greater impact. Would you like to learn more about how La Tepiteña strengthens our value chain and drives change in our community? Let’s talk and explore new opportunities together! Together, we build community, generate value, and break barriers. Let’s keep moving forward towards a future full of opportunities! #CulturaTepito #WomenEmpowerment #SocialEntrepreneurship #LaTepitena #Resilience #ValueChains #CommunityPride #InclusiveGrowth

🌟 Listening to Our Customers: Building Canned Cheers Together! 🌍🍹 As part of our Entrepreneurship project, my team and I interviewed Ananay Malhotra, a potential customer, to gain valuable feedback on our brand, Canned Cheers! 🎤✨ Our goal is to create eco-friendly, premium canned cocktails with unique flavors—perfect for young professionals who value convenience, quality, and sustainability. Ananays shared thoughtful insights that are helping us refine our vision. A special thanks to our mentor, Professor Kumar Aashish for guiding us through this journey and inspiring us to think innovatively. Check out this conversation to see how customer feedback drives innovation in the beverage industry! (Khushi Khandelwal Kartik Jaiswal Riya Sharma Gaurang Chandra) #Sustainability #StartupJourney #CannedCheers #CustomerDriven #EntrepreneurshipProject #InnovativeBeverages

🌟 Meet the Esteemed Judges of This Year's Naturally LA Pitch Slam! 🌿 We're excited to introduce the powerhouse panel of judges for our upcoming Naturally LA Pitch Slam. Each brings a wealth of expertise and insight to our event, setting the stage for an extraordinary competition. 🔹 Neil Stern - Senior Executive at Good Food Holdings, overseeing Bristol Farm and Lazy Acres. Neil's vast experience in retail management and commitment to quality makes him a pivotal voice in judging our contestants. 🔹 Jennifer Foster - Vice President of Brand Development at Earthbar, known for transforming health and wellness concepts into retail success stories. Jennie's strategic vision will be invaluable in evaluating our innovative pitches. 🔹 Eric Boisvert - Founder of Meaningful Works, a consultancy dedicated to fostering sustainability and ethical business practices in CPG. Eric's focus on impactful entrepreneurship will bring a unique perspective to our panel. 🔹 Gretchen Johnson - Director of Procurement at Gelson's. With her deep knowledge of product sourcing and market trends, Gretchen's expertise will help identify pitches that truly stand out in today’s competitive market. Join us as these industry leaders help guide and decide the next big names in the natural and sustainable industries. The expertise and insights they bring are foundational to the success of our participants and the vibrancy of our community. Don't miss the chance to witness innovation in action and network with the best in the business. See you at the pitch! See the link in the comments #NaturallyLA #PitchSlam #Innovation #CPGIndustry #SustainableBusiness #RetailExperts