Product & Packaging Powerhouse™

In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, Megan Young Gamble talks with fulfillment expert Maïré BAVARDAY-ROSA from ECOMSPACES all things fulfillment, operations, and growth for indie and product-based brands. Maïré details her inspiring journey from a small Caribbean island to launching a logistics business in Atlanta, sharing lessons on resilience and innovation. The conversation co...

In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse, Megan Young Gamble talks with regulatory specialist Mo Lovelace , co-CEO of Steinberg & Associates , about the evolving landscape of cosmetic product regulations. They discuss the impact of the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MOCRA) , which now mandates FDA registration for both products and manufacturing facilities, no matter t...

Megan Young Gamble kicks off 2026 with a focus on consistency and real industry impact, sharing the top trends shaping the beauty and packaging industries. Key highlights include the rise of health-first beauty and holistic wellness, AI-powered hyper-personalization, the increasing dominance of digital and social commerce, and accelerated biotech innovation for sustainability. On the packaging fro...

In this engaging conversation, Megan Young Gamble interviews Kate Assaraf , founder of Dip Haircare , a sustainable haircare brand that emphasizes community, effective products, and a commitment toward reducing plastic waste. Kate shares her journey of creating Dip from a personal need for sustainable haircare, the importance of understanding true sustainability in beauty, and her advocacy for syn...

In this episode of  Product & Packaging Powerhouse ,  host  Megan Young Gamble  recaps her experience at Makeup in New York 2025,  from day 1   and this episode focusing on day two themes of packaging innovation, sustainability, and beauty tech. She shares actionable insights from industry panels including advances in sustainable packaging (like  APC Packaging ’s  patented mono-material droppe...

In this special episode on the Product & Packaging Powerhouse , host Megan Young Gamble recaps her first postpartum event at Makeup in New York 2025, sharing personal insights on overcoming mom guilt and traveling for work. She highlights major trends and innovations she discovered on day one, including Korean skincare (K-Beauty), with an emphasis on new ingredients like PDRN (extracted from S...

In this episode of the  Product & Packaging Powerhouse , host Megan Young Gamble sits down with Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu , an immunologist, molecular medicine expert, wellness coach, and founder of AveSeena and ChicScience Labs . Dr. Ebru explains the critical impact of stress and inflammation, especially “inflammaging” on skin health, and why acute inflammation is necessary while chronic or persis...

In this special roundtable episode of the Product and Packaging Powerhouse , host Megan Young Gamble sat down with industry experts Emily Anne Friedman (Recycled Plastics Editor, ICIS ), and Ryan Fox (Packaging Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence ) and Nicole Toole (Founder of ECGO )  to unpack definitions of sustainability, the impact of data and technology, consumer education, and policy approaches...

In this episode of the Product & Packaging Powerhouse , host Megan Young Gamble reconnects with longtime friend Marc Winston , Senior Director at National Minority Supplier Development Council Inc.® (NMSDC®) and the President and CEO of Marc Winston Enterprises . Marc and Megan reminisce on growing up in Little Rock, Arkansas, along with Marc’s journey from early sports and educational influen...

In this episode of " Product & Packaging Powerhouse ," host Megan Young Gamble has a heartfelt conversation with her husband and business partner, Brandon Gamble, CEO of Pallet Pros and Pallet Pros Academy . They discuss building a business legacy together, balancing entrepreneurship with new parenthood, and the realities of running two companies as a family. Brandon shares how Pallet Pros was...

In the " Product & Packaging Powerhouse " Megan Young Gamble speaks with  Rhodes Yepsen , Executive Director of Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI ) to break down the differences between compostable and biodegradable packaging, the importance of clear certification, and how labeling and policy can help fight greenwashing. Rhodes shares his unique journey from journalist to industry leader,...

In this special solo episode of " Product & Packaging Powerhouse ," host Megan Young Gamble reflects on reaching the second anniversary of the show. She shares transparent insights into the evolution of the podcast, lessons learned, and the major themes that have emerged, especially prestige products, sustainability, and the importance of community. Megan discusses the parallels between her co...

In the " Product & Packaging Powerhouse " Megan Young Gamble interviews Imtiaz Kermali , VP of Sales and Marketing at eShipper , to talk all things logistics for CPG and e-commerce brands. Imtiaz shares insights from his 17+ year career, highlighting why logistics strategy should be prioritized early in the product journey, not as an afterthought. He explains how eShipper platform is the "Expe...

In the " Product & Packaging Powerhouse " Megan Young Gamble interviews international digital marketing strategist and beauty tech enthusiast Viola Ekene . Viola shares her journey from radio presenter to founder of Social Butterfly Haven , a digital marketing agency specializing in beauty and wellness brands. They cover the evolution and fundamentals of digital marketing, key platforms (inclu...

In this episode of " Product & Packaging Powerhouse ," host Megan Young Gamble continues her "WTF! What the TariFfs!" series, discussing the recent and significant impacts of US-imposed tariffs (especially under the Trump administration) on packaging and product costs for beauty, health, and wellness brands. She discusses how increased tariffs on materials like aluminum (notably from Canada an...

In the " Product & Packaging Powerhouse " Megan Young Gamble interviews powerhouse guest Cynthia Johnson , Founder and CEO of Cindy J Cosmetic Labs, LLC , who breaks down the power and importance of owning your own cosmetic formulation, both for legacy and legal reasons. Cynthia shares her journey into cosmetic science, the benefits of custom formulations over private labels, and why indie bea...

In this episode of " Product & Packaging Powerhouse ," host Megan Young Gamble returns from maternity leave for her first episode with her baby daughter Amaiyah as her co-host. She dives into how the rising tariffs, particularly under President Trump’s administration, are massively impacting the cost and availability of goods, especially in the beauty and packaging industries. Megan breaks dow...

In the " Product & Packaging Powerhouse " episode featuring Megan Young Gamble and powerhouse guest Chris Doerr , conversation explores sustainable labeling and packaging technologies. With over thirty years of experience, Chris shares insights on the various types of labels and the shift to sustainable practices. He emphasizes the importance of recycling and offers practical tips on reducing...

In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse , host Megan Young Gamble along with guests Brandon Frank , CEO of Pacific Packaging Components , discusses the intersections of packaging, technology, and sustainability. Brandon shares insights on the challenges and changes within the packaging industry, emphasizing the importance of collaboration across the packaging value chain. The convers...

In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse , host Megan Young Gamble interviews Lazar Favors, the CEO of Black Spirits Legacy . Lazar discusses the importance of building a strong consumer base in the spirits industry, emphasizing the power of word-of-mouth and relationship-building. He shares his journey of promoting black-owned spirit brands through events like Taste of Black Spirits...

In this episode of " Product & Packaging Powerhouse ," host Megan Young Gamble discusses the impact of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the retail and beauty industries. She explains the shifts in DEI strategies among major retailers with the new presidential administration, highlighting companies that are pulling back on initiatives like Amazon, Target, and Walmart, and t...

In this episode of " Product & Packaging Powerhouse ," host Megan Young Gamble discusses 2025 trends and transitions in product development and packaging, especially in the beauty industry. Emphasizing hyper personalization and prejuvenation, Megan highlights how biotechnology and advanced technology are reshaping personalized beauty and skincare. She also stresses the importance of sustainabi...

In this episode of " Product & Packaging Powerhouse ," host Megan Young Gamble kicks off 2025, highlighting key trends in beauty and packaging, and her personal and business transitions. She reflects on her journey with the podcast, mentioning how it's part of expanding her company, GLC, into a media division. Megan announces a new company objective for GLC to become the leading beauty operati...

In this episode of Product & Packaging Powerhouse , host Megan Young Gamble along with guests John Dwyer and  Maurizio Carano discuss the evolving landscape of packaging, focusing on essential functions like product protection, aesthetics, sustainability, and traceability. They explore connected packaging, serialization for anti-counterfeiting, and technological advancements to enhance the sup...

In this episode of " Product & Packaging Powerhouse ," host Megan Young Gamble celebrates International Project Management Day by highlighting the crucial work that project managers bring to various industries, particularly in packaging and beauty. She takes listeners through her day-to-day experiences, managing everything from packaging testing to artwork coordination and stakeholder communic...