In this episode of Gooder, host Diana Fryc talks to Jennifer Ross, co-founder and co-CEO of Swoon, a line of zero sugar lemonades and teas. Jennifer shares how their company pivoted during the pandemic to create a new product line and the challenges and successes they faced while expanding distribution. She discusses the importance of providing healthier drink options and the impact it can have on people's health. The episode also delves into their collaboration with the iconic brand Barbie and the lessons they learned. Jennifer offers tactical advice on listening to customers and being open to feedback, which led to the creation of Swoon Syrup, a monk fruit-based simple syrup that is 200 times sweeter than sugar but without any glycemic impact. This conversation explores the complex process of creating a health-focused business and the importance of adapting to different ways of working.

Today's episode is hosted by Diana Fryc of Retail Voodoo, connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianafryc/

QUOTES:

"Our aim was to craft a beverage that wasn't just for diets or diabetics, but rather a delightful, natural, and sugar-free option that everyone could enjoy. -”Jennifer Ross

"Prioritize listening to your customers and fearlessly make adjustments to exceed their expectations-”Jennifer Ross

“We overcame challenges and reaped the rewards. Looking back, those obstacles were the catalyst for our successful product line."- Jennifer Ross

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Pandemic Pivot: Swoon's Drink Adaptation
• Crafting Healthier Beverage Options
• Enhancing Lives through Healthier Drinks
• Empowering Partnership: Swoon x Barbie Collaboration
• Swoon's Customer-Driven Growth
• Swoon Syrup and the Power of Monk Fruit
• Lessons from Corporate Collaborations
• Crafting the Iconic Barbie Brand

ABOUT THE GUEST:

Jennifer Ross
Co-Founder of Swoon
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferfross/
Website: https://www.tasteswoon.com/

CHAPTERS:

00:00 | Introduction
03:39 | A Personal Need Turned Health Revolution
07:14 | Crafting Monk Fruit Syrup from a Mojito Inspiration
09:11 | Home Formulations to Retail Success
10:40 | Swoon's Flavorful Twist on Zero-Sugar Drinks
12:42 | Empowering Women Beyond Appearance
14:27 | Unique Experience Working with Barbie and Mattel
16:10 | Barbie Collaboration: Amplifying Swoon's Impact
18:59 | Customer-Centric Approach: Power of Feedback
23:26 | Pivoting to Refreshing Lemonades and Iced Teas
25:16 | From Pinch Me Moments to Nationwide Recognition
26:59 | Conclusion

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