Sam MacKinnon
Knook #43: Happy Hour
I talk with co-founder Liv McGregor about hard kombucha, the parallels of entrepreneurship and having small kids, and growing new category.
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Sam MacKinnon
- May 5, 2021
- 4 min
Knook #39: Roam
I talk with founders Rae and Andrius about the sports nutrition scene, new product development and business not being straightforward.
Sam MacKinnon
- Apr 21, 2021
- 5 min
Knook #38: Two Islands
I talk with founder and CEO Julia Matthews on health food perceptions, listening to your customer and exciting marine collagen innovation.
Sam MacKinnon
- Mar 30, 2021
- 6 min
Knook #37: Amino Mantra
I talk with co-founder Pritesh Kajaria about being wholefood, the challenges of getting to market and building a product that people want.
Sam MacKinnon
- Mar 2, 2021
- 5 min
Knook #35: Brave Brewing Co.
I catch up with Brave Brewing Co co-founder Gemma Smith to talk Tigermilk, launching in saturated markets and being nice in business.
Sam MacKinnon
- Jan 26, 2021
- 5 min
Knook #33: Goodlids
I talk with founder Dane Watson about the benefits of hemp, making better products and building an authentically sustainable business.
Sam MacKinnon
- Oct 27, 2020
- 4 min
Knook #29: Te Aro Wine
I catch up with Jules van Costello to talk urban wineries, building a strong channel to market and being authentic with customers.
Sam MacKinnon
- Sep 29, 2020
- 5 min
Knook #27: Animals Like Us
I talk with Animals Like Us co-founder and CEO Rob Achten about premium pet food, market research and staying focused on your purpose.
Sam MacKinnon
- Sep 15, 2020
- 4 min
Knook #26: Why Waste
I talk with founder Leo Murray about worm farm subscriptions, better conversations on waste and being authentic in your business.
Sam MacKinnon
- Sep 1, 2020
- 5 min
Knook #25: Tailor Skincare
I catch up with Sara Quilter, Tailor Skincare founder and CEO, to talk skincare, focusing on outcomes, and 'feet on the desk' time.
Sam MacKinnon
- Jul 21, 2020
- 5 min
Knook #22: Christine Westbury
I talk with Christine Westbury, founder and former owner of Clean Mixes about her journey to selling the business and lessons she learnt.
Sam MacKinnon
- Apr 28, 2020
- 5 min
Knook #16: Dancing Sands
I talk with Dancing Sands founder Ben Bonoma about their award winning distillery, product development and the craft spirits explosion.
Sam MacKinnon
- Apr 14, 2020
- 5 min
Knook #15: Appleby Farms
I talk with Appleby Farms CEO Mike Brown about their A2 protein ice cream, crafting a path to export and adjusting your pitch for markets.
Sam MacKinnon
- Mar 31, 2020
- 5 min
Knook #14: Good Buzz
I talk to Good Buzz co-founder Amber Campbell about kombucha, hustling, and running an FMCG business.
Sam MacKinnon
- Mar 3, 2020
- 5 min
Knook #12: Six Barrel Soda
I talk with co-founder Joe Slater about making wonderful drinks, building brand recognition when exporting and challenges of FMCG.
Sam MacKinnon
- Jan 21, 2020
- 7 min
Knook #9: Again Again
I talk to Nada Piatek, co-founder of Again Again to discuss their cup lending business, managing growth and changing consumer behaviour.
Sam MacKinnon
- Oct 30, 2019
- 4 min
Knook #6: Holiday Records
I caught up with Holiday Records' Joel Woods to discuss the vinyl resurgence, market validation and challenges of running a small business.
Sam MacKinnon
- Aug 15, 2019
- 4 min
Knook #3: J.M.R. Cocktail & Co.
I caught up with Amy Alexander of J.M.R. Cocktail & Co to to talk cocktails, getting people onboard with your dream, and staying focused.
Sam MacKinnon
- Jul 4, 2019
- 4 min
Knook #2: Fix & Fogg
I caught up with Roman Jewell (CEO, Fix & Fogg) to talk all things peanut butter, running a small business and taking on the USA.
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