In recent years, the food business industry has seen substantial transformations, and one of these is the constantly growing popularity of selling food products online. This trend has become a profitable endeavor for food entrepreneurs, as many consumers now prefer shopping from the comfort of their homes. This tendency can be linked to a variety of causes, including the unrivaled convenience, competitive prices, and variety of options available. The sale of food goods through online platforms has then become an indispensable route for businesses looking to grow their consumer base and expand ..read more

Seasoned accelerator Director to debut companies at Summer Fancy Food Show NEW YORK, NY - June 22, 2023 - FoodFutureCo (FFC), the pioneering food accelerator dedicated to supporting impact and mission-driven startups in the food and ag-tech space, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Andy Simon as its first Managing Director. With a proven track record of driving transformative change in the startup accelerator space, Andy will play a pivotal role in propelling our mission to the next level. As a food accelerator committed to fostering innovation, FFC recognizes the need for disruptive ..read more

World-class founders and industry leaders to serve as Cohort 10 mentors NEW YORK, NY - June 8, 2023 - Leading global food accelerator FoodFutureCo (FFC) today added a new cohort of impact and mission-driven companies to its growing portfolio of food innovators. Now on its tenth cohort, FFC has accepted the following companies to participate in its flagship accelerator program: KombuchaTown is an environmentally friendly producer of all-natural, 100% organic, and high-quality Kombucha based in Bellingham, Washington. Vegan Sunday Supper is a plant-based food company from Los Angeles, Califor ..read more

The expansion of a food business is a major decision that calls for serious thought and strategic preparation. As a food industry entrepreneur, you understand the need to stay a step ahead of the tough competition. You also recognize the need to recognize shifting customer views toward food ethics, which necessitates your company, for example, to incorporate environmental sustainability and women's empowerment into your business model. As a business, you must be prepared to uncover new opportunities in the food industry and understand how to position your company for success in a dynamic and e ..read more

Before we reveal the companies who have successfully applied to be part of our tenth cohort, we’re excited to announce who their mentors will be for the duration of our accelerator program this summer: Holley Atkinson Steve Charlton Yanniv Dorone Lauren Doyle Inna Golfand Lauren Handel Rob Heinrich Cynthia Kalfa Daniel Karsevar Robert Levin Nathan Littlewood The FFC Team led by Managing Director Andy Simon and EIR Dave Shor lead the orientation of mentors of the upcoming 10th cohort of companies ..read more

Starting a food business is an exciting and lucrative endeavor, but it is widely acknowledged that the first year presents its own challenges. According to statistical evidence from industry insiders, up to 60% of new food businesses fail within the first year. Still, these problems can be solved with smart strategies and a reliable support system, allowing entrepreneurs to start businesses that do well. Finding Your Niche Finding a niche in a competitive market may be one of the first challenges for new food businesses. To differentiate yourself from the competition, you must identify a uniqu ..read more

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light many realities that surround our existence and survival, including the importance of food. During the onslaught of the disease, restrictions on the movement of people and goods have resulted in the shortage of many basic commodities, and we realized that we can give up other supplies but not food. It was proven that whatever the circumstances, the demand for food across geographic locations and economic conditions will always remain relatively constant. The pandemic has also exposed the fragility of our food system and emphasized the need to accelerat ..read more

Marketing is crucial for anyone looking to attract new customers and fend off competition in the highly competitive, multi-billion industry of food production and services. With countless food businesses out there, how can you create the best food business marketing plan? As with most industries, marketing campaigns for food businesses are not a simple or one step process. The key marketing strategy for food businesses is to first identify a target niche or customer segment. Based upon that target audience, the business must determine what message or unique selling proposition they are trying ..read more

What is a Food Accelerator? Some enterprises use business accelerators and incubators interchangeably. But are they one and the same?  Consider a business accelerator as hitting the gas or brakes, turning the steering wheel, and achieving velocity. Meanwhile, a business incubator is as simple as revving the engine. Both intend to reach a destination. In the business sense, accelerators speed up the growth—the “velocity”—of an existing or even already well-established company. Incubators, on the other hand, make business ideas “safe and warm” in order for these to grow. Although both provi ..read more

Entrepreneurs often have great business ideas but they are unsure how to execute these. Some have actual plans, but lack the resources, such as physical facilities and financing, to get the business up and running. Other entrepreneurs may lack the confidence to face perceived challenges, particularly if they are new to the industry in which they wish to carve a niche. This is where business incubator programs come in. An incubator program refers to a wide range of resources and services provided to help newly established businesses become viable and self-sustaining enterprises. Incubators gene ..read more