In our December blog, we recommended taking a rest, a healthful break from your business so you could recharge during these uncertain times. As we start 2023, it’s clear that we’re not done with volatility yet - inflation, talk of recession, the news is full of stories on consumers concerns with rising costs. Are there still opportunities for your business?
Having a happy holiday season with friends and family is not just about creating new and happy memories, it’s important for your health and the health of your business.
In Halfmoon Bay, on the Sunshine Coast, John and Joe have resurrected their chocolate business with the intent of keeping it small, yet sophisticated and inventive. This time, their business model does not include a store front, but instead relies on shipping-only to get product to market.
Are you thinking about starting a food business; or are you a seasoned food business owner and planning to launch new products or pursue new markets; or maybe you’re somewhere in between. Farm Food Drink develops and facilitates sector-specific workshops to help you tackle your specific growth planning needs.
With the onset of Christmas advertising already in various media, is your food business ready for holiday promotion opportunities?
The BC food industry is full of interesting vibrant people, and the owners at Honey Bee Zen are examples of that. A couple of years ago, they came to us to rebrand their two honey lines and we have since built an ongoing business and mutually respectful relationship.
This year’s 25th anniversary of the Coquitlam Farmers Market drove the desire to formalize an umbrella brand for the Grow Local Society that would incorporate the two farmers markets and other initiatives they lead.
Their basil love started over 20 years ago with an indoor gardening project and grew into a basil pesto that needed a little marketing magic.
You know you should have a sales forecast, goals set, business plan update, but maybe something is keeping you from them. Here are some recommendations to manage forward.
You know you should have a sales forecast, goals set, business plan update, but maybe something is keeping you from them. Here are some recommendations to manage forward.
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