213 | Stacy Madison | Reviving the Art of Snacking: The Story of a Snack Revolution

Have you ever wondered what it takes to revolutionize the snack food industry and create a lasting impact with boldness and innovation? Stacy Madison, a trailblazer in the food industry, has carved a remarkable path to success with her unwavering determination and innovative approach. From humble beginnings, she took the risk and had her breakthrough with the creation of Stacey’s Pita Chips, a product that revolutionized the snacking landscape. With her keen business sense and commitment to quality, she turned a simple homemade recipe into a nationwide sensation. Embracing change and staying true to her entrepreneurial spirit, Stacy later sought to create a snack that not only satisfied cravings but also prioritized health and convenience with BeBOLD Bars. In this episode, Darius and Stacy delve into her inspiring journey from clinical social worker to food cart entrepreneur. They discuss Stacy's bold transition and the challenges she faced attracting customers despite the negative perception of carts. They explore the secrets of successful brand-building and the importance of customer understanding during pivotal moments.  Topics include: How Stacy transitioned from being a clinical social worker to pursuing her passion for food by starting a food cart The negative perception of carts before and how it made it challenging to attract customers The benefits of gathering feedback from customers The secret to a successful brand-building The importance of taking a step back, recognizing strengths, and focusing on customer understanding during a pivot How the COVID-19 Pandemic affected Stacy’s food cart business Why it matters to expect and be prepared for the challenges that come with entrepreneurship What happened when Stacy’s company take on Trader Joe’s as a client What drove Stacy to sell her company to Pepsi in 2006 What the future looks like for BeBOLD Bars And other topics… Connect with Stacy: Website: https://beboldbars.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beboldbars/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stacymadison/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacy-madison-09430a7  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/    YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices