Compass Coffee Talk Podcast to Feature Ibraheem Basir, Founder & CEO of A Dozen Cousins
Compass Coffee Talk™, a popular live webinar series featuring conversations with business leaders in the natural, organic and sustainable products industry, welcomes Ibraheem Basir, founder & CEO of A Dozen Cousins, a top Black-owned natural food brand.
What: Compass Coffee Talk™
When: Wednesday, July 19, 2023, 8:30 am PT; 9:30 am MT; 10:30 am CT; 11:30 am ET
Presented by: Compass Natural, Connecting Media and Markets in Natural and Organic Products
Sponsored by: Presence Marketing, Naturally Boulder, Naturally New York and Naturally San Diego
Register: Register for Free Here
BOULDER, CO (June 15, 2023) —Ibraheem Basir, founder and CEO of A Dozen Cousins, a natural food brand making beans, rice, sauces and more, will appear on July 19, 2023, on the popular Compass Coffee Talk™ podcast, which features lively conversations with natural products industry leaders, innovators and experts designed to help guide entrepreneurs and businesses to succeed in the market.
A Dozen Cousins, whose offerings hark back to the traditional Creole, Caribbean and Latin American dishes that Basir enjoyed in his childhood in the culinary melting pot of Brooklyn, N.Y., is named after Basir’s daughter and her 11 cousins.
Ibraheem Basir of A Dozen Cousins
Basir grew up in a large family where food was at the center of all celebrations and gatherings. After observing a gap in the market for authentic, nutritious cultural foods, Basir launched A Dozen Cousins to provide the comforting, flavorful recipes he grew up eating with his family. The brand’s flagship beans have become the No. 1 item in their category on Amazon and are sold nationwide at retailers including Whole Foods, Sprouts and Target, among others.
Hosted by natural and organic products industry veterans Bill Capsalis and Steven Hoffman, Compass Coffee Talk is produced by Compass Natural Marketing, a leading public relations, branding and business development agency serving the natural, organic, eco-friendly and hemp products industries. Capsalis and Hoffman will interview Basir to learn more about his and his company’s story.
Helping the Natural Foods Industry Evolve
Basir is a passionate advocate for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the consumer packaged goods industry and seeks to help the natural foods space evolve and grow to reflect the diversity of the United States. He is a founding board member of Project Potluck, a nonprofit that provides a range of mentorship and education programming in support of its mission to help people of color build successful companies and careers in the CPG industry.
Basir holds a BA from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from the university’s Wharton School of Business. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife and daughter.
Project Potluck
While breaking into the natural and organic products industry isn't easy for anyone, Black, Indigenous and other people from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds can find it especially challenging to attract investors, find the right co-packers, refine recipes and garner placement on retail shelves. Enter Project Potluck, established by Ibraheem Basir, CPG veteran and founder and CEO of A Dozen Cousins, a leading Black-owned natural food brand, to provide the support that minority entrepreneurs in the natural products space need to succeed. In March 2022, Project Potluck won New Hope Network’s inaugural Justice Award for its efforts to promote justice, equity, diversity and inclusion in the natural and organic products industry. Read about the organization in Forbes magazine.
Register for Compass Coffee Talk with Ibraheem Basir
Register here for free to participate in the upcoming Compass Coffee Talk, Wednesday, July 19, 2023, 11:30 am – Noon ET.
About Compass Coffee Talk
Take a 30-minute virtual coffee break with Compass Coffee Talk™. Hosted by natural industry veterans Bill Capsalis and Steve Hoffman, Coffee Talk features lively interactive conversations with industry leaders and experts designed to help guide entrepreneurs and businesses of any size succeed in the market for natural, organic, regenerative, hemp-derived and other eco-friendly products.
Compass Coffee Talk™ is produced by Compass Natural Marketing, a leading PR, branding and business development agency serving the natural and organic products industry.
Previous Episodes of Compass Coffee Talk
View the entire library of Compass Coffee Talk episodes on YouTube. Co-hosted by natural products industry veterans Steven Hoffman and Bill Capsalis, Compass Coffee Talk has featured notable professionals such as Jared Polis, governor of Colorado; Steve Hughes, co-founder of Sunrise Strategic Partners; John Mackey, CEO and co-founder, Whole Foods Market; Miyoko Schinner, CEO and founder, Miyoko’s Kitchen; John Foraker, CEO of Once Upon a Farm; Emerald-Jane Hunter, founder of the MyWhy Agency; Heather Terry, CEO of GoodSAM; Milton Zimmerman, executive vice president, Presence Marketing; Jennifer Maxwell, founder and CEO of JAMBAR®, and more.
Contact
Steven Hoffman, Compass Natural, steve@compassnaturalmarketing.com
Compass Coffee Talk, Episode 3 – The Power of Partnerships: A Conversation with Milton Zimmerman, Executive Vice President, Presence Marketing
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Compass Coffee Talk, Episode 3 – The Power of Partnerships: A Conversation with Milton Zimmerman, Executive Vice President, Presence Marketing
Need Brand Inspiration and Insight? Grab a Mug and Join the Compass Coffee Talk™ Webinar, Hosted by Natural Products Industry Leaders Bill Capsalis and Steven Hoffman
What: Compass Coffee Talk™
The Power of Partnerships: A Conversation with Milton Zimmerman
Details: Episode 3, Wednesday, June 3, 2020, 9:30am – 10:00am MDT
To Register: Click HERE, Admission is FREE
Boulder, CO (May 26, 2020) – Consumer behaviors have shifted dramatically, and the natural products and organic industry have had to shift in response to the current coronavirus crisis. Now more than ever is a critical time for brands that have had to act quickly to find new ways to work with retailers to reach consumers, all while collaborating with other key partners.
Industry expert, Milton Zimmerman, EVP, Presence Marketing, is quite familiar with the changes brands have had to make during these unknown times. That’s why Compass Coffee Talk™ is pleased to have Presence Marketing's Milton Zimmerman as their next guest on its live webcast, Wednesday, June 3, 2020, 9:30am – 10:00 am MDT.
Milton will share valuable perspectives and insights from his vital role as a broker at Presence Marketing, the nation’s leading independent natural products sales brokerage. Natural Products Industry veterans Bill Capsalis and Steven Hoffman, hosts of Compass Coffee Talk, will chat with Milton on the importance of building and sustaining strong partnerships across the supply chain from manufacturing to the distributor’s warehouse to the retail shelf — and how that has become more important than ever for new brands and established brands alike.
“We’re all trying to figure out how to best navigate through this difficult time, and that's why this month’s Compass Coffee Talk will appeal to everyone. Milton is not only a close friend, but a trusted resource who provides unmatched expert advice for natural and organic brands when they need it most,” said Steven Hoffman, Managing Partner and Founder, Compass Natural Marketing. “It’s not just what you know that counts these days, but knowing how to build, cultivate, and nurture strong partnerships that will ultimately help further your business."
Compass Coffee Talk™ features lively interactive conversations with industry leaders and experts designed to help guide entrepreneurs and businesses of all sizes succeed in the marketplace. To register for the FREE Webcast, click HERE.
About Milton Zimmerman
Milton Zimmerman is a 30+ year veteran of the natural products industry and has been a partner at Presence Marketing/Dynamic Presence since 1995. Milton got his start in food marketing when he joined a Chicago-based beverage company in 1986 and was soon appointed their National Sales Manager, serving in that capacity for eight years. After a stint working for a leading natural snack food manufacturer "seasoned" Milton and prepared him for his true calling – being a broker.
Milton joined Presence Marketing/Dynamic Presence partners, Bill Weiland and Christine Tzumas, five years into the company’s maturation and has loved the ride. Milton has built great friendships throughout the industry and is proud of his relationships with retailers and manufacturers from coast to coast. Milton is a 1980 graduate of the University of Illinois and a lifelong native and active member of the Chicagoland community.
Win Coffee!
Compass Coffee Talk™ will be giving away one free bag of Colorado’s favorite Dazbog Coffee to one special attendee. Special thanks to Compass Coffee Talk™ sponsor, Dazbog Coffee!
About Compass Coffee Talk™
Compass Coffee Talk™ is hosted by natural and organic products industry veterans Bill Capsalis and Steve Hoffman and is produced by Compass Natural Marketing, a leading PR, branding, and business development agency serving the natural and organic products industry. Learn more.
Contact
Bill Capsalis, Host, 303.808.3441, bill@billcapsalis.com
Steven Hoffman, Host, 303.807.1042, steve@compassnaturalmarketing.com
Join Us for Episode 3 of Compass Coffee Talk with Milton Zimmerman, Presence Marketing, June 3, 11:30am EDT
Community | Conversation | Ideas | Inspiration
Take a 30-minute virtual coffee break with Compass Coffee Talk™. Hosted by natural industry veterans Bill Capsalis and Steve Hoffman, Coffee Talk features lively interactive conversations with industry leaders and experts designed to help guide entrepreneurs and businesses of any size succeed in the market for natural, organic, regenerative, hemp-derived and other eco-friendly products.
The Power of Partnerships: A Conversation with Presence Marketing’s Milton Zimmerman
Episode 3 - Wednesday, June 3, 11:30 am – Noon EDT
Zoom, Admission is Free
Join us for Episode 3 of Compass Coffee Talk™ with special guest and longtime friend and colleague Milton Zimmerman, Executive Vice President of Presence Marketing/ Dynamic Presence, the nation’s leading independent natural products sales brokerage.
As highly respected natural products brand builders, Milton will share valuable perspectives and insights from his role at Presence Marketing on the importance of building and sustaining strong partnerships across the supply chain, from manufacturing to the distributor’s warehouse to the retail shelf — and how that has become more important than ever as consumer behaviors shift dramatically in response to the coronavirus crisis, for new brands and established brands alike.
Milton Zimmerman is a 30+ year veteran of the natural products industry and has been a partner at Presence Marketing/Dynamic Presence since 1995. Milton got his start in food marketing when he joined a Chicago-based beverage company in 1986 and was soon appointed their National Sales Manager, serving in that capacity for eight years. A couple years stint working for a leading natural snack food manufacturer “seasoned” Milton and prepared him for his true calling – being a broker.
Milton joined Presence Marketing/Dynamic Presence partners, Bill Weiland and Christine Tzumas, five years into the company’s maturation and has loved the ride. Milton has built great friendships throughout the industry and is proud of his relationships with retailers and manufacturers from coast to coast. Milton is a 1980 graduate of the University of Illinois and a lifelong native and active member of the Chicagoland community.
Thanks to our Sponsor, Dazbog Coffee! They will give away one free bag of coffee on each episode of Compass Coffee Talk.
About Compass Coffee Talk™
Compass Coffee Talk™ is hosted by natural and organic products industry veterans Bill Capsalis and Steve Hoffman, and is produced by Compass Natural Marketing, a leading PR, branding and business development agency serving the natural and organic products industry. Learn more.
