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How to Launch a Food Brand & Overcome Retail Setbacks w/ Doug Kantner | Construction MF'ers Ep.85
Launching any startup is tough. Launching a plant-based cheese startup brand is even tougher. Losing a two-year retail contract after just four months in business-and taking a $300K hit on unsold inventory-can feel like a knockout blow and can derail any business.
In this episode of Construction MF’ers podcast, Scott Peper sits down with Never Better Foods founder Doug Kantner to talk about the challenges and strategies of launching Never Better Foods, who dissects how his plant-based cheese brand (under AME Nutrition) navigated that crisis and found a new path forward.
Doug explains:
- Why too many product lines dilute your focus-and your budget.
- How distributors, buying groups, and end customers each have different demands.
- The role of financing and purchase-order funding in weathering unexpected hits.
- How donating stranded inventory turned a bad situation into new opportunities.
If you’re tackling manufacturing, distribution, or financing hurdles, Doug’s story shows that a major setback doesn’t have to kill your brand. Learn how he stayed afloat-and where Never Better Foods is headed next.
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  • @jimmysmith9155
    @jimmysmith9155 10 днів тому

    This video was helpful lot of tips

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 10 днів тому

    Will you do a video on key questions to ask the owner before accepting the contract? Besides payment terms...

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 10 днів тому

    Awesome content!

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 13 днів тому

    Copy!

  • @TonaldDrump47
    @TonaldDrump47 13 днів тому

    thats how you move up in construction jobs fast

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 24 дні тому

    Awesome!

  • @pico3tinez
    @pico3tinez 28 днів тому

    🎉🎉🎉

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv Місяць тому

    I Always look forward to the posts!

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv Місяць тому

    Just recovering! Awesome content!

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv Місяць тому

    Thank you! Thank you!

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv Місяць тому

    Awesome! Great coaching/mentoring!

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 2 місяці тому

    Simple.Clear.Concise. Dynamite!

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 2 місяці тому

    Direct. Concise. Instructive. Powerful!

    • @MobilizationFunding
      @MobilizationFunding 2 місяці тому

      Thank you so much for your comment! We're thrilled that you found the content valuable. Support means a lot!

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 2 місяці тому

    Thank you!

    • @MobilizationFunding
      @MobilizationFunding 2 місяці тому

      No problem! Glad you liked it! Catch you in the next one!

  • @taylor-johnston7
    @taylor-johnston7 2 місяці тому

    What are your views on the current state of the construction industry? What do you see as the main opportunities and challenges for construction businesses today? Are there any specific trends or innovations impacting the industry in your area?

  • @je8z6x
    @je8z6x 3 місяці тому

    Word of mouth is the best marketing strategy 💯 treating people right 💯

  • @je8z6x
    @je8z6x 3 місяці тому

    Also true in payment schedules for professional fees🖤 cash flow has always been a challenge for me

  • @derickmills3607
    @derickmills3607 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for the knowledge

  • @je8z6x
    @je8z6x 3 місяці тому

    So do we use the mark up for cash flow?

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 3 місяці тому

    Balance sheet but nothing balanced 😂😂😂

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 3 місяці тому

    Thank thank you thank you! Just an incredible source of insight and wisdom, and inspiration...

  • @SwtCane
    @SwtCane 3 місяці тому

    Good ❤

  • @SwtCane
    @SwtCane 3 місяці тому

    Good

  • @SwtCane
    @SwtCane 3 місяці тому

  • @constructionyeti
    @constructionyeti 3 місяці тому

    100%. No one has more control or an impact on a Construction Company’s cash flow than its PM

  • @jesseminr1239
    @jesseminr1239 3 місяці тому

    Cash flow analysis seldom works in today's environment with the consumer being in control with the macros in the inconsistent markets being second...not to mention the competition and low balling.

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 3 місяці тому

    More on this subject please!

    • @MobilizationFunding
      @MobilizationFunding 3 місяці тому

      Absolutely! We're all about mastering cash flow. Stay tuned for more videos!

    • @JjBlack-gz5zv
      @JjBlack-gz5zv 3 місяці тому

      Absolute Gold!

  • @juanitaaraneta2103
    @juanitaaraneta2103 3 місяці тому

    As Tenants we need to be treated fair and right some people pay late for not making enough money and some landlords dont fix the stove the fridge sinks etc. Sometimes gonna make U wait for a week to fix them some Tenants pay on times when they're late you get warning for eviction right away ...

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 3 місяці тому

    Powerful....

  • @assuredperformance3603
    @assuredperformance3603 3 місяці тому

    A great video. You clearly help a lot of people! Keep up the good work.

    • @MobilizationFunding
      @MobilizationFunding 3 місяці тому

      Thanks! We're glad you found it useful and appreciate your support. Stay tuned for more videos, and feel free to ask if you have any questions!

  • @infamous2123
    @infamous2123 3 місяці тому

    Can you work while in college as an electrician ?

    • @MobilizationFunding
      @MobilizationFunding 3 місяці тому

      Yes, you can work as an electrician while in college in the USA, as many apprenticeship programs offer flexible schedules that allow you to balance both work and study!

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 4 місяці тому

    Even though I sing (35 years) I almost become frustrated when I listen to music...

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 4 місяці тому

    Awesome content for new entrepreneurs!

    • @MobilizationFunding
      @MobilizationFunding 3 місяці тому

      Thanks a million! Glad you enjoyed it! Stay tuned-more is on the way. 🚀

  • @JjBlack-gz5zv
    @JjBlack-gz5zv 4 місяці тому

    Hey! Thank you for your wisdom! You are changing at least 1 life....I've been looking for a mentor as a newly licensed builder...I found you! Grateful for your contribution to us upstarts😅

    • @MobilizationFunding
      @MobilizationFunding 3 місяці тому

      Hey! We really appreciate your message and are grateful for your kind words. It’s amazing to know we’ve made an impact, and we’re here to support you as you begin your journey as a new builder. Feel free to reach out anytime!

  • @IvanHernandez-ij5es
    @IvanHernandez-ij5es 4 місяці тому

    Thanks a lot from California

  • @chris-moore1931
    @chris-moore1931 4 місяці тому

    Great short!

  • @IconsHubAfrica1
    @IconsHubAfrica1 5 місяців тому

    Pointed

  • @SmithintheBuilding1984
    @SmithintheBuilding1984 5 місяців тому

    Encouraging!

  • @colelacey2875
    @colelacey2875 5 місяців тому

    token white woman

  • @Danny-h7j
    @Danny-h7j 5 місяців тому

    Place resources to find projects available for bids

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    @mdnahidseo 5 місяців тому

    Hello sir are you looking for a professionals UA-cam thumbnail designer and video seo expert?

  • @ZafarIqbal-jo3wz
    @ZafarIqbal-jo3wz 6 місяців тому

    What is critical for Construction Accountant..

    • @MobilizationFunding
      @MobilizationFunding 5 місяців тому

      Thanks for asking! Being detail-oriented, organized, and adept at budgeting are crucial skills for a Construction Accountant.

  • @erinbaker7775
    @erinbaker7775 6 місяців тому

    Like I said… osha is no different than cps. You don’t get to walk on site for whatever reason. You must have a warrant or damn good reason.

    • @MobilizationFunding
      @MobilizationFunding 5 місяців тому

      Yes! And it's important to know your rights when it comes to workplace inspections.

  • @Ravedalf
    @Ravedalf 7 місяців тому

    Thanks for this advice bro. Much love🎉

    • @MobilizationFunding
      @MobilizationFunding 5 місяців тому

      Thank you for the kind words! We appreciate your support

  • @lescj200
    @lescj200 7 місяців тому

    This issue primarily is why i had to scale back my business. Did a lot of commercial work throughout the winter and spring and cash flow was so slow that having 6 guys on payroll depleted everything that ever came in…forced me to have to get 2 loans.

  • @CMCraftsman
    @CMCraftsman 7 місяців тому

    The biggest bidding mistake is bidding in the first place.

  • @rogiervantilburg3440
    @rogiervantilburg3440 7 місяців тому

    100% agree! Reverse engineering is what l do, it starts with what l need as net income and average monthly business expenses. That is the bare minimum of what you need to make, plus income taxes.

  • @stephenbrown1136
    @stephenbrown1136 7 місяців тому

    Trade school graduate. Never made more than 30k in 10+ years. Trades are saturated with illiterate dead weight. Nepotism rules supreme.

  • @Mr.C2099
    @Mr.C2099 7 місяців тому

    This is true wisdom!

    • @MobilizationFunding
      @MobilizationFunding 7 місяців тому

      We're glad you found value in the content, thank you!

  • @sydneyamaro7504
    @sydneyamaro7504 7 місяців тому

    Great insight