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Titans of Foodservice

Two Brands, Same Category—One Thrives, One Fails. Here’s Why.

Broadcast on:
17 Apr 2025

There is a game-changing distinction in the food service industry: the difference between brands that successfully generate demand and those that struggle to gain traction. Nick is breaking down this distinction through the lens of two hypothetical brands this week—Brand A, which takes a proactive approach by building strategic partnerships and driving demand, and Brand B, which remains passive and stagnates as a result.

By comparing these two paths, Nick highlights why simply getting into distribution isn’t enough. True success comes from actively engaging with key operators, building strong industry relationships, and consistently investing in market education and brand presence. 

TIMESTAMPS


00:00 - Intro

02:42 - Brand A vs Brand B: Understanding Food Service Success

04:59 - Driving Awareness in Food Distribution

09:20 - Building Demand in Food Service: Strategies for Success

11:17 - Strategies for Increasing Sales Through Events

13:48 - Building Demand and Simplifying Sales


RESOURCES

Portillo Sales


CONTACT 

Nick: nick.portillo@portillosales.com