This Commerce Life

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We are two retail guys that believe that Canadians are smart, resourceful entrepreneurs that Canada needs to know about.

We find great stories of entrepreneurs for inspiration, teach the principles of retail, share best practices,. We play the role of connector to help entrepreneurs to find great partners.

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Recent Hosts, Guests & Topics

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Hosts

unknown Phil Chang Kenny Vannucci Phil Kenny

Previous Guests

Peter Boyd
Peter Boyd is a retail expert and buyer with extensive experience in the industry. He has a keen understanding of market trends and consumer preferences, which allows him to provide valuable insights into what brands need to succeed in the retail space. His work often involves collaborating with entrepreneurs to help them navigate the complexities of the market and achieve their business goals.
Melissa Leung
Melissa Leung is a key figure in the frozen food logistics industry, serving as a powerhouse behind TransCold Distribution. She has played a significant role in expanding the company's operations from ice cream distribution to nationwide frozen food delivery. With a focus on helping small frozen brands find essential distribution partners, Melissa emphasizes the importance of considering distribution costs from the outset for startups in the frozen food sector.
Brittany Kroetsch
Brittany Kroetsch is a retail expert and the founder of HIVE Naturals, a company specializing in innovative merchandising solutions. With a strong background in retail strategy and execution, Brittany has been instrumental in developing effective merchandising practices that enhance brand visibility and compliance in stores. Her work focuses on helping brands navigate the complexities of retail environments, particularly in the Canadian market.
Jeff Doucette
Jeff Doucette is a seasoned professional in the retail industry and a key figure at Field Agent Canada, a company known for its powerful audit capabilities in retail. With extensive experience in retail operations and analytics, Jeff has played a crucial role in the development of hybrid merchandising solutions that address in-store execution challenges. His insights into the retail landscape, especially regarding Canadian consumer trends and compliance issues, make him a valuable voice in the industry.

Topics Discussed

Kelowna Farmer's Market Peter Boyd buyer's perspective brands entrepreneurs Field Agent Canada food industry events Canada CHFA Grocery Showcase West connection hub distributors brokers partners TransCold Distribution ice cream frozen food logistics distribution partners frozen food startups HIVE Naturals hybrid merchandising agency retail visibility compliance Canadian retail tariff uncertainties consumer demand local options
Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on This Commerce Life.

0:00 1:08:02

Dinner with Christos. The founder of Aelo, talks about their new launch, Limoncello and how this one is special

Dinner with Christos. The founder of Aelo, talks about their new launch, Limoncello and how this one is special. He also talks about how he thinks about flavours, and keeping Aelo special. 

 

Check out Aelo here: https://www.drinkaelo.com/

Connect with Christos here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christos-kalaitzis-b7942378/

Thank you to Field Agent Canada for sponsoring the podcast: https://www.fieldagentcanada.com/

We're excited to go to CHFA West - head to https://www.chfanow.ca/vancouver/

 

0:00 33:58

Throwback episode. We walked the Kelowna Farmer's Market with Peter Boyd

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unknown
Guests
Peter Boyd
Keywords
Kelowna Farmer's Market Peter Boyd buyer's perspective brands entrepreneurs Field Agent Canada

Throwback episode. We walked the Kelowna Farmer's Market with Peter Boyd last summer and this is some of the footage. We get a buyer's perspective on brands and what he wants to accomplish, and we hear just a sample of amazing stories at that market.

 

Thank you to Field Agent Canada for sponsoring the podcast. Head to https://www.fieldagentcanada.com  to find out more

Get more details on Grocery Showcase West: https://gsfshow.com/

Sign up to head to CHFA West: https://www.chfanow.ca/vancouver/

0:00 30:36

Off Script with Phil & Kenny: April Events Preview Join Phil Chang and Kenny Vannucci as they discuss upcoming food industry events and initiatives in Canada this April

Hosts
Phil Chang Kenny Vannucci
Keywords
food industry events Canada CHFA Grocery Showcase West connection hub brands distributors brokers partners

Off Script with Phil & Kenny: April Events Preview

Join Phil Chang and Kenny Vannucci as they discuss upcoming food industry events and initiatives in Canada this April. The duo shares their plans for CHFA (April 26-27), where they'll run a unique connection hub using Polaroid photos to match brands with distributors, brokers, and partners. They'll also be attending Grocery Showcase West (April 14-15), supporting BC brands and connecting industry players.

 

Thank you to Field Agent Canada for sponsoring the podcast. Head to https://www.fieldagentcanada.com  to find out more

Get more details on Grocery Showcase West: https://gsfshow.com/ 

Sign up to head to CHFA West: https://www.chfanow.ca/vancouver/

 

Melanie's episode is here (aired April 1st., 2024) https://www.thiscommercelife.com/tclpodcast/episode/1f1ab546/melanie-macinnes-talks-about-being-flexible-nimble-the-irrational-fear-of-losing-the-farm

0:00 52:32

Frozen Assets: How TransCold Distribution Is Revolutionizing the Ice Cream and Frozen Food Industry

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unknown
Guests
Melissa Leung
Keywords
TransCold Distribution ice cream frozen food logistics distribution partners frozen food startups

From ice cream bicycles to national distribution: Meet Melissa Leung of TransCold, the powerhouse behind Canada's frozen food logistics. Learn why small frozen brands need distribution partners, how TransCold expanded from ice cream to nationwide frozen food delivery, and why factoring in distribution costs from day one is crucial for frozen food startups. A must-listen for anyone in the frozen category or considering entering it.

 

Get in touch with Melissa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissacoughlan/

Check out Transcold here: https://www.transcold.com/

 

Thank you to Fieldagent Canada for sponsoring this podcast: https://www.fieldagentcanada.com/

 

 

0:00 1:01:15

Brittany from HIVE Naturals and Jeff Doucette from Field Agent Canada to announce their groundbreaking partnership: the world's first hybrid merchandising agency.

Hosts
Phil Kenny
Guests
Brittany Kroetsch Jeff Doucette
Keywords
HIVE Naturals Field Agent Canada hybrid merchandising agency retail visibility compliance Canadian retail tariff uncertainties consumer demand local options

In this episode, hosts Phil and Kenny welcome Brittany from HIVE Naturals and Jeff Doucette from Field Agent Canada to announce their groundbreaking partnership: the world's first hybrid merchandising agency.

The collaboration combines Field Agent's powerful audit capabilities with HIVE's expert merchandising team to create a "find and fix" solution for brands. This innovative partnership allows brands of all sizes to efficiently identify in-store execution issues and target resources where they're needed most, making retail visibility and compliance more accessible and affordable.

The conversation also explores the current state of Canadian retail amidst tariff uncertainties, discussing how retailers and brands are adapting to growing consumer demand for Canadian products, and the challenges of clearly identifying and promoting local options in stores.

Join us for candid insights, practical advice, and lively discussion on navigating today's complex retail environment.

 

Thank you to Field Agent Canada for sponsoring the podcast. You can find them here: https://www.fieldagentcanada.com/

Check out Hive Canada here: https://www.hiveretailsolutions.com/

Find Jeff Doucette here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-doucette-72b3556/

Find Brittany here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-kroetsch-74248744/

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