Spilled Salt

On this episode of Spilled Salt, renowned chef Joel Kraft shares his 30-year culinary journey, from humble beginnings to executive chef at Oak Hill Country Club and later St. John Fisher University. Chef Joel offers insights on industry evolution and teamwork strategies.

Kyle Peters knows when to hold ‘em, and when to fold ‘em. Driven by passion and personal experience, Kyle shares his adventures in entrepreneurship on this episode of Spilled Salt with Maureen Ballatori.

In this episode of the Spilled Salt podcast, Warren Zeiser of WeRise Consulting joins host Maureen Ballatori to talk hard lessons in leadership and navigating organizational change.

Mark Samuel, founder of IWON Organics, joins Spilled Salt host Maureen Ballatori to share insights on entrepreneurship, CPG scaling, mental health, and his passion for his new endeavor, the Feel Good Wellness Program.

Join us in exploring the relentless world of a bicoastal winemaker, Nova Cadamatre, on this episode of Spilled Salt as she orchestrates harvests, reflects on legacies, and contemplates the evolving landscape of the New York wine industry.

Follow along on the inspiring journey of Corey Christman, a retired Air Force veteran turned winemaker, on the latest episode of the Spilled Salt podcast. You’ll hear from Corey as he shares the story of Bravery Winery's rise, their commitment to service, and exciting upcoming ventures.

On this episode of Spilled Salt, join us in conversation with Jenny Frederick and Erik Fellenz of Fellenz Family Farm, as we showcase the power of CSAs, sustainable farming, and community support.

On this episode of Spilled Salt, join Maureen in exploring the future of agriculture with insights from Chris Laughton, Director of Knowledge Exchange at Farm Credit East, including leadership programs, innovative initiatives, and the evolving landscape of Northeast farming.

On this episode of Spilled Salt, Alicia Lamb, Marketing and Genetics Manager at Oakfield Corners Dairy, discusses the farm's sustainable 10,000-cow operation, emphasizing cow well-being, genetics programs, agricultural education, and their venture into culturally relevant cheese production.

In this first episode of our second season of the Spilled Salt podcast, Sam Alcaine, a Cornell professor with diverse industry experience, joins our host Maureen Ballatori to discuss his journey from brewing at Miller Coors to food safety at Unilever. Listen in as he shares a career path that took him from corporate to academic and included entrepreneurial ventures, Dos Lusas and Norwhey, demonstr...

Maria Kast of Core Leadership Development joins Maureen Ballatori on the Spilled Salt podcast to discuss the importance of connecting with your inner coach, avoiding burnout, and fostering a mindful culture in the food, beverage, and agriculture industries.   Download Maria's DIY Retreat Planner here: https://leadwithcore.com/diyplanner

Alisha Albinder-Camac, fourth-generation owner of Hudson River Fruit Distributors, joins Maureen on the Spilled Salt podcast to discuss her diverse background in finance, marketing, and retail, and the role of technology in agriculture.

Jacob Fox, a regenerative systems consultant, joins Maureen Ballatori on the Spilled Salt podcast, to discuss demystifying agriculture and promoting sustainable farming methods. Listen in as Jacob advocates paying farmers for ecosystem services to ensure a resilient future for agriculture.

In this episode of the Spilled Salt podcast, Brian Nicholson, CEO of Red Jacket Orchards, shares the story of the company's growth, its focus on quality, and the challenges of building a successful food and beverage brand.

In this episode, Tim McDowell, COO of Bristol Extracts, joins host Maureen Ballatori to share his journey in the cannabis industry, from Colorado to New York, and the challenges of running a cannabis business amidst changing regulations.

Matt Horn, Director of Municipal Services at MRB Group, joins Maureen in a conversation about leveraging economic development in the food, beverage, and agriculture industries to strengthen brands, farms, and local communities.

Linda Alvarez, CEO of Levelle Nutrition, joins Maureen Ballatori to discuss her company's focus on creating nutritional products for female athletes. Recognizing the lack of options for women, Levelle Nutrition offers safe and healthy products for active women at all stages of life. Their first product line, energy purees, has gained popularity among athletes and busy women seeking convenient and...

In this first episode of Spilled Salt, Dan Rao, the CEO of Healthier Way Foods and president of Assured Edge Solutions, shares his unique entrepreneurial journey.  From wireless networks to sustainable food products, Dan’s journey emphasizes passion, partnerships, and strategic pivots in building successful businesses.