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In the world of business, many acquisitions fail to live up to lofty growth expectations. But with Rao’s, Sovos Brands has created a playbook of what works, growing the brand over 9x since acquiring it in 2017. I sat down with Yuri Hermida, the Chief Growth Officer of Sovos Brands, to discuss the company's journey to building Rao’s into a billion-dollar brand, the importance of maintaining an unwavering commitment to quality, and how they are driving awareness and household penetration.

In the world of business, many acquisitions fail to live up to lofty growth expectations. But with Rao’s, Sovos Brands has created a playbook of what works, growing the brand over 9x since acquiring it in 2017. I sat down with Yuri Hermida, the Chief Growth Officer of Sovos Brands, to discuss the company's journey to building Rao’s into a billion-dollar brand, the importance of maintaining an unwavering commitment to quality, and how they are driving awareness and household penetration. 


How Sovos Brands Grew Rao’s 9X in Six Years

The allure of Mexican traditions meets modern innovation in the vibrant world of tepache, a drink with ancient roots and a fresh, contemporary twist. I sat down with Alex Matthews, founder of De La Calle, to discuss his journey from curiosity to creation, bringing the authentic flavors of Mexico to the U.S. market. We delve into the challenges of introducing tepache to American consumers, the evolution of the brand, and the strategic decisions driving its future growth.

Alex Matthews

Founder, De La Calle

"Explore the fascinating journey of tepache from Mexico to the US market with De La Calle's CEO Alex Matthews on Predicting The Turn. Discover the modern take on this historic, gut-friendly drink."

Reviving Tradition, Innovating Modern Mexican Soda: The Tepache Tale with Alex Matthews of De La Calle

How De La Calle is Transforming Tepache into a Modern Mexican Soda

Dive into the world of tepache with De La Calle's CEO, Alex Matthews, and discover how this historic Mexican drink is revolutionizing the beverage industry on Predicting The Turn with Dave Knox.

What started as a serendipitous discovery on a remote island in Thailand has blossomed into a mission to revolutionize how the world relaxes. &nbsp;I sat down with Joe Demin, co-founder and Chief Relaxation Officer at Yellow Leaf Hammocks, to learn about the inspiring journey behind the brand.&nbsp; We discussed the company’s humble beginnings, the challenges of scaling a socially conscious business, and the innovative strategies that are bringing comfort into homes and beyond.

What started as a serendipitous discovery on a remote island in Thailand has blossomed into a mission to revolutionize how the world relaxes.  I sat down with Joe Demin, co-founder and Chief Relaxation Officer at Yellow Leaf Hammocks, to learn about the inspiring journey behind the brand.  We discussed the company’s humble beginnings, the challenges of scaling a socially conscious business, and the innovative strategies that are bringing comfort into homes and beyond.

From Thai Villages to Global Success: How Yellow Leaf Hammocks is Revolutionizing Relaxation

PepsiCo is transforming how we think about beverages, pushing boundaries beyond the bottle. Greg Lyons, Chief Marketing Officer of PepsiCo's Beverages North America Portfolio, shares his insights on driving this innovation. In this interview, Lyons discusses embracing a challenger mindset, navigating the COVID-19 pandemic, and expanding into new categories like functional and enhanced beverages.

PepsiCo is transforming how we think about beverages, pushing boundaries beyond the bottle. Greg Lyons, Chief Marketing Officer of PepsiCo's Beverages North America Portfolio, shares his insights on driving this innovation. In this interview, Lyons discusses embracing a challenger mindset, navigating the COVID-19 pandemic, and expanding into new categories like functional and enhanced beverages.

How PepsiCo’s Greg Lyons Support His Team’s Challenger Mindset

Founded on a mission of fierce love by Stephanie Boone, Wondercide has evolved over 15 years to offer plant-powered pest control solutions to help families to “protect their pack.” I sat down with Brad Locke, who joined the company in 2023 as President.&nbsp; We discussed maintaining the brand's core values, navigating market expansions, and the strategic importance of self-manufacturing in ensuring product quality and innovation.

Founded on a mission of fierce love by Stephanie Boone, Wondercide has evolved over 15 years to offer plant-powered pest control solutions to help families to “protect their pack.” I sat down with Brad Locke, who joined the company in 2023 as President.  We discussed maintaining the brand's core values, navigating market  expansions, and the strategic importance of self-manufacturing in ensuring product quality and innovation.

How Wondercide Helps Families Protect Their Pack

The story of Ember began with a simple observation over breakfast: cold scrambled eggs. Fueled by his background in thermal science engineering and a penchant for innovation, Ember Founder and Chairman Clay Alexander embarked on a mission to revolutionize the way people eat, drink, and live. I sat down with Clay to learn more about his journey launching the world’s first temperature-controlled coffee mug, the global expansion of the business in partnership with Starbucks and Apple, and why he believes so strongly in entrepreneurs protecting their ideas.

The story of Ember began with a simple observation over breakfast: cold scrambled eggs. Fueled by his background in thermal science engineering and a penchant for innovation, Ember Founder and Chairman Clay Alexander embarked on a mission to revolutionize the way people eat, drink, and live. I sat down with Clay to learn more about his journey launching the world’s first temperature-controlled coffee mug, the global expansion of the business in partnership with Starbucks and Apple, and why he believes so strongly in entrepreneurs protecting their ideas.

From Scrambled Eggs to Global Success: The Story of Ember's Entrepreneurial Journey

From Scrambled Eggs to Global Success: The Story of Clay Alexander and Ember's Entrepreneurial Journey

In a landscape dominated by established brands, Nori emerged as a disruptor in the ironing industry.&nbsp; Where others saw a commodity, Nori pioneered innovation where few dared to venture. I sat down with Nori CEO and Co-Founder, Courtney Toll, to delve into her journey from launching Nori despite investor skepticism to navigating the complexities of hardware manufacturing and retail distribution.

Courtney Toll

CEO & Co-Founder

In a landscape dominated by established brands, Nori emerged as a disruptor in the ironing industry.  Where others saw a commodity, Nori pioneered innovation where few dared to venture. I sat down with Nori CEO and Co-Founder, Courtney Toll, to delve into her journey from launching Nori despite investor skepticism to navigating the complexities of hardware manufacturing and retail distribution. 

Nori’s Journey from DTC Startup to Clothing Care Industry Disruptor

Predicting the Turn is a podcast dedicated to equipping business leaders with the tools they need to navigate today’s ever-changing business landscape. Our host, Dave Knox, is a global thought leader in digital transformation, an international public speaker, and an award-winning author with experience in the worlds of both Fortune 500 companies and startups. Through this podcast, you will learn how to meet your industry's inevitable disruption head-on.

How Sovos Brands Grew Rao’s 9X in Six Years

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