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ContenderCast with Justin Honaman

Welcome to the ContenderCast with Justin Honaman, a leadership and Consumer Industries entrepreneurship conversation centered on shining a light on bright ideas. The ContenderCast is the top global Consumer Industries entrepreneurship podcast. Justin is a digital commerce leader, author, communicator, and Consumer Products / Retail industry thought-leader based in Atlanta, Georgia. For additional information and guest access, visit contendercast.com. Every winner started as a contender!
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Apr 28, 2022
Frost Buddy manufactures the world’s first universal can cooler. Their patent pending design fits 12oz cans, slim cans, bottles, & 16oz cans all in one. In their first year in business, they were able to sell nearly 1M units, launch in Bucees, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and expand their product line as well as launch in Canada and Australia. They have built one of the fastest growing drinkware brands in the world and their goal is to make Frost Buddy into one of the largest global drinkware brands in the world. They have 200K+ Tik Tok followers, 400K+ subscribers, and 30K Instagram & Facebook followers. Founder Brock Mammoser joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand!
Apr 25, 2022
Ashley Dudarenok is a China watcher, 3-time Amazon bestselling author, global keynote speaker, vlogger, podcaster, trainer, media contributor and female leadership advocate. She’s the founder of Chinese social media agency Alarice and your Business School for China, training company ChoZan. She’s also the creator of the FIRE🔥 (Find Your Inner Road to Empowerment) personal development course which was designed with women in mind. Ashley joins Justin to discuss ecommerce strategy in China.
Apr 22, 2022
The inspiration for Canviiy was born when its founder, Sherrel Sampson experienced an unbearable itchy scalp that would not go away. After trying disappointing market products, this sparked the desire to formulate botanical-based scalp care products that address the root of the problem for millions of people. That wish became a passion, and that passion became a purpose for the Canviiy team, to craft a one-of-a-kind formulation to calm scalp irritation. With a team of organic experts and a strong desire for a perfect product, Canviiy pioneered the ScalpBliss™ Collection, proven to offer the most long-lasting (hours to days) organic-based scalp irritation solutions on the market today. Sherrel joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand.
Apr 21, 2022
In 2007, mattress craftsman, Tim Masters, launched an all-natural, organic line of mattresses called My Green Mattress when his daughter, Emily, was diagnosed with eczema and allergies. Masters created a hypoallergenic crib mattress made with organic materials for her, and soon after he developed MyGreenMattress.com where customers across the country can purchase safe, healthy and affordable mattresses for the entire family. Tim joins Justin to discuss his growing mattress brand!
Apr 18, 2022
Sun & Swell has always been a company that stands for quality, organic, whole food that is free from heavy processing and harmful ingredients like preservatives, added sugars, and other chemical additives. Their journey started with a desire to make it easier for people to eat whole, real food - but it didn't stop there. They have always wanted to be more than just a food company. That led them to formalize their commitment to making the lives of their employees, community, and customers better by becoming a certified B-Corp and joining 1% for The Planet in 2017. But everything completely changed for them the day they discovered compostable packaging. Co-Founder and CEO Kate Flynn joins Justin to discuss this new food brand!
Apr 14, 2022
DE-NADA was born from an epic journey that saw Adam Millman and Daniel Neeson venture from the streets of New Orleans to the Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico in search of the finest tequila. In a field of blue agave, a family of 5th generation distillers gifted them the perfect drop and they couldn’t wait to share it. Introducing DE-NADA’s Blanco and Reposado — ideal for cocktails or sipping straight. Split a bottle, then another! Adam and Daniel join Justin to discuss this new fast-growing alco-bev brand!
Apr 11, 2022
At Soul Insole, they design unique, high quality, affordable solutions for foot health. Foot pain can be debilitating & can impede our ability to work & to do the things that we love. The feet support the entire body. Soul Insole helps to provide the most innovative, effective solutions to support the feet and help people to get back their quality of life. Their unique insoles fit into dress shoes, sandals, and athletic shoes! Founder and CEO Laina Gossman joins Justin to discuss this innovative brand!
Apr 7, 2022

Underground Cellar is a leading wine e-commerce company that is changing the way wine is bought and sold in the $70B consumer US wine market through ‘gamification’.  They provide a unique and exciting experience that gives wine buyers a great value by using upgrades instead of discounts. Wine sellers love Underground Cellar as it allows them to quickly sell bottles while protecting their brand. Founder and CEO Jeffrey Shaw joins Justin to discuss this unique, growth ecommerce wine brand! Use code CAST to get $100 off your first order of $150!

Apr 4, 2022
How many times has glue let us down? Fingers stuck together, broken toys that we just can’t fix, having to throw out our stuff because gluing it only made it worse. Not to mention just when we need glue most, we discover our 3-month-old bottle is as dry as the Sahara Desert on a hot day. Bondic® is the only product that works where glue fails. It’s liquid plastic that only hardens when you need it to. YES it stays liquid and won’t dry out like those crazy glues on the market today. Bondic® is a very simple 4-step process (clean, fill, cure and shape) to fix almost anything, saving countless precious items from ending up in the trash before their time. Robert Harbauer joins Justin to discuss this “sticky” growth brand!
Mar 31, 2022

Downward Dog Wine is custom blended to perfection using grapes grown in some of the most prestigious valleys wine country has to offer. It’s their mission to create great tasting wines by focusing on single varietal options as well as beautiful fun loving blends. Enjoy their bold flavors and subtle twists on tradition. From wine snobs to sweet seekers, they have something for everyone. Discover your new favorite boxed wine today! Founder and CEO Betsy Hendershot joins Justin to discuss this new wine brand!

Mar 28, 2022
Kokada is the original coconut spread made from the perfect ingredients that are found in nature. Vegan, nut free, and free of refined sugars, Kokada is about to be your new best snacking friend! Co-founder and CEO Breanna Atkinson joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing and delicious new brand!
Mar 25, 2022
Know Yourself is dedicated to making anatomy as fundamental as the ABCs and 123s. Understanding how anatomy, physiology, and psychology are inextricably connected is essential information that helps children excel in sports, school, and socially. Know Yourself combines vetted scientific material with art and storytelling to create a series of captivating workbooks that encourage them to take control of their health and wellness. Co-founder Nancy Howes Justin to discuss this education brand.
Mar 24, 2022
TSUMo is a cannabis-infused savory snack brand, bringing you a unique and elevated snacking experience by infusing nostalgic snacks with premium THC. Forget about the super sweet edibles you’re used to, and dive into the future with flavors such as Classic Cheese Puffs, Zesty Ranch, or Salsa Verde Mini Tortilla Rounds. CEO and Co-Founder Caroline Yeh joins Justin to discuss this new cannabis snack brand!
Mar 21, 2022
Kevin’s Natural Foods mission is to empower even the busiest people to eat clean without sacrificing flavor. Food gives us the fuel we need to do the things we want with the people we love. Food can also help you feel good when you’re feeling less than average. That’s how Kevin discovered his joy for food. Clean eating is what our bodies were designed to thrive on. But clean eating has had a bad rap. It seems you have to pay for guilt-free meals with boring cuisine and a lack of flavor. Kevin made it his mission to change this and a company was born. Kevin joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing prepared meals, sauces and seasonings brand!
Mar 18, 2022

John’s Crazy Socks is a father-son venture inspired by co-founder John Lee Cronin, a young man with Down syndrome. John’s affinity for crazy socks paired with his love of making people smile made their mission clear: they want to spread happiness. John and co-founder / dad Mark join Justin to discuss this “crazy” fun brand!

Mar 16, 2022
From one dog owner to another, Frankie & Paisley understands stinky, itchy pups and strives to make our furry friends as comfortable as possible. Whether it comes from allergies and other skin conditions, or just good-ole regular dog odor, Frankie & Paisley have it covered. Brian Hallowaty joins Justin to discuss this new pet brand!

 

Mar 14, 2022
HugePOD brings customized fashion to your doorstep. HugePOD brings a new print-on-demand experience that doesn't require any know-how about cutting and stitching.

They have developed a strong and flexible supply chain that is able to meet the unique needs of various customers, and offer samples to check the products before bulk order, offer various embroidery and printing techniques, covering flock and 3d puff embroidery, silk-screen print, direct-to-garment (DTG), reflective / holographic / foil special materials prints. Founder and CEO Joe Zhou joins Justin to discuss this unique and globally growing brand!

Mar 10, 2022

When GreenPod Coffee Packing failed to find a good compostable coffee pod solution on the market, they decided to create one! And they wanted to bring a solution to other small roasters having the same issue – the first such technology in the U.S. that brings accessibility to small roasters. GreenPod brings a completely compostable coffee pod made with zero plastics, packed for perfect extraction and freshness. Co-founders Gary and Julie Kratzer join Justin to discuss this new coffee brand.

Mar 7, 2022

Eat Good. Do Good. Simek’s creates feel-good food. Comfort food that makes you feel loved while helping your community and continuing to do all the things you tackle each day. Mealtime matters, but sometimes life can get in the way. As a busy mom, running a second-generation family business, Lindsey Hickey knows spending long hours in the kitchen is not always realistic. Simek’s wants you to always have convenient foods, crafted with quality ingredients and homemade taste, that also help the community you work hard in every day. Lindsey joins Justin to discuss this growing food brand!

Mar 4, 2022

Say hi to your go-to toast topper, smoothie swirler, eat-it-on-a-spoon-er, instant pantry staple. A dependable and delicious nut butter made from the best ingredients we can get our hands on. Founder and CEO Rachel Klein joins Justin to discuss this exciting new food brand!

Mar 2, 2022

Jen Morales and Jason Stitt are longtime friends and former law partners with a shared passion for cocktails. Their big idea was to bring the craft and taste of a top-notch cocktail experience, easily and simply, into our homes. Initially they experimented freezing into ice cubes all the ingredients that Jason used for his crowd-pleasing watermelon margaritas. Jen then put her Harvard education to novel use, envisioning a kaleidoscope of cubes that could be the building blocks for any imaginable cocktail. More to the story as you will hear in today’s episode as they both join Justin to discuss this exciting new frozen beverage brand!

Feb 28, 2022
Natalie Plain is the CEO/Founder of Billion Dollar Beauty, a company she started 18 years ago out of her one-bedroom Los Angeles apartment using credits cards and a whole lot of tenacity. Today BDB is a multi-million-dollar global company that continues to expand and invests in innovation to make its products sustainable, environmentally safe, and cost-friendly. Equally as crucial to Natalie is her time mentoring future entrepreneurs and sharing her journey with other female leaders, encouraging them to continue to dare to achieve. Natalie joins Justin to discuss this “billion-dollar brand!”
Feb 25, 2022
Decisions...decisions...decisions. Get started with Icon Meals weekly menu, build your custom meals, save time with their pre-made boxes, dive into a la carte options, or load up on their famous protein snacks and seasonings. Each meal is plated in a 100% recyclable, microwave-safe food container and delivered in a recyclable corrugated box containing a special environmentally safe thermal liner. Founder Todd Abrams joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing meal delivery brand!
Feb 23, 2022
African Dream Foods mission is to provide natural, wholesome and delicious sauces, foods and spices to the world while giving back to nature and wildlife conservation. Founder and CEO David Schmunk joins Justin to discuss this “hot” new brand!
Feb 21, 2022
EQUIPT began with the desire to bring more movement into life. Time is the number one impediment to working out. By making products that encourage movement EQUIPT hopes you start to add those leg lifts, open up the chest with your Ubarre, and realize that movement is life. Not just the gym. Not just the studio. But life. They began as a Ubarre, one product fusing functionality with design and now are proud to be in hotels and studios around the world, launching their first uber comfortable (and moveable!) elevated athleisure line, and custom ballet barres. Founder and CEO Kodi Berg joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing fitness brand!
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