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Very important to remember in all industries.

Happy Monday to all my connections & beyond! Yesterday (Sunday, 18th May), I attended the annual Artisan Cheese Fair in Melton Mowbray. Although for my own weakness of all kinds of cheeses, I found it to be an excellent market research opportunity. Although l saw a vast amount of stallholders that had branding of some sort, some actually didn't. Therefore, I asked the question, to some that clearly had no branding anywhere (including no branded gazebos)! To my correct assumption the stallholders replied: "well actually funny you should ask, we don't know anyone that does all the branded stuff like the banners and aprons, why you wouldn't happen to know anyone that does that kind of thing do you?" Obviously, I replied "yes, me, I can help you." Luckily I had some business cards on me. Now before, I get some peoples back up, I did ask where they were based. They replied "well round here of course, Melton way, all those other ones on the other bit of the fair are from further afield." So good all round, as I not only walked away with one of my favourite cheeses - Renegade Monk, but with some enquiries aswell! A great Sunday all round! Now let's get this week off to same good start! #cheesefair #artisan #askingquestions #marketresearch #branding #brandawareness #brandingsolutions #Melton #Leicestershire

✨ See what your industry pals have to say! Spoiler: It’s pretty good. A huge thank you goes out to these three breweries, we're nothing without you all 💜 Sellar shipping has been massive for us, the demand to ship kegs has been there for years, but only being able to offer pallets, now with sellar shipping we can ship a single keg anywhere. The booking system is so simple. - Rhys Pilai, BeerRiff Brewing co We have been impressed with the number of new customers that have found us via Sellar's marketplace, but that is just the tip of the iceberg; with streamlined processes and centralised ordering saving countless administrative hours. - Josh Waldock, Turning Point Brew Co Sellar helps us to avoid wasting time writing emails detailing pricing, availability, minimum order quantities + discount structures. We're no longer chasing people asking them to fill out account forms...Sellar handles all of that for us with a simple link. - Fred Helmer, ABYSS BREWING LTD #craftbeer #brewing #beerindustry #testimonialthursday #hospitality

#sponsored | As artisan #bread experiences a boom in popularity, many bakers need to increase output but remain limited on space. In this week's #TechTalk, David Hipenbecker, regional sales manager of FRITSCH Bakery Technologies, discusses the functions and benefits of the company's IMPRESSA bread line, which is optimized for maximum efficiency and flexibility. Watch now ⬇️ #commercialbaking #bakingindustry

Check out this tech talk where David Hipenbecker gives a glimpse into Fritsch’s new Impressa Bread Line. Super informative and great insight into all the line’s capabilities!

Did this lobster giant get taken down by a bunch of shrimps? 😂 No, though it certainly didn't help selling all you can eat shrimp for under 20 bucks. 🍤🍤🍤🍤♾️ More likely this 🦞 was killed by a gecko instead of a shrimp 🦐. And by that I'm referring to Gordon Gekko, at least metaphorically, not the scaly kind 🦎. The Red Lobster has been the object of financial engineering over the years, and was essentially stripped down and debt-loaded by a private equity firm (Golden Gate Capital ) and then sold to a cost-cutting, inexperienced restaurant operator Thai Union Group PCL. Classic Gordon Gekko move. Does this company make it back? There's certainly brand equity, though it will take some substantial capital and reimagining of the brand to get it to catch on with today's cost-conscious consumers. #qsr #redlobster #privateequity #restaurants https://lnkd.in/gUasyA_e

For those that have ever fantasized about getting into the #beer business, our next guest Michael Meade knows a lot of the answers. To get the full story, make sure your’re following/subscribed to Irish Stew Podcast on your preferred #podcast platform #GlobalIrishNation #Kilkenny #Brewing #IrishPodcast

The value of genuine vendor partnerships cannot be overstated. True vendor partnerships go beyond transactions; they're about collaboration, trust, and shared goals. Here's why they matter: ~Shared Success: When vendors become strategic partners, their success is directly linked to yours. Together, you can innovate, adapt, and thrive in an ever-changing marketplace. Agility will prevail! ~Efficiency: Close partnerships foster streamlined processes and improved communication. This leads to increased efficiency, cost savings, and ultimately, better results. ~Trust & Reliability: Trust is the foundation of any partnership. A strong vendor partnership means you can rely on each other, even in challenging times/market conditions. ~ Innovation: Collaborating closely with vendors can spark innovation. Insights and expertise can help both organizations stay at the forefront of their industry. ~ Problem-Solving: When issues arise, true vendor partnerships allow for open dialogue and joint problem-solving, reducing downtime and maintaining satisfaction. Embrace the power of true vendor partnerships to unlock a world of opportunities and drive mutual success. 💪 Let's build mutual LTV, not just make deals! 🌟 #VendorPartnerships #BusinessSuccess #Collaboration #ltv #GrouchosGoodness

Considering introducing slush machines into your drinks menu? Here's Adam Rich and Chris Brennan with some frozen cocktail inspiration 👇

A must pump is, well, a must for wineries hoping to move any kind of volume of grapes. If you're moving grapes with bins alone, you might not realize just how much simpler a good must pump can make things. Let's take a look at what's out there and what we recommend. TCW Equipment https://lnkd.in/gays3ZSh