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Tricia Ryan
As a brand champion and trend expert, Tricia Ryan has 30+ years of progressive experience in marketing and communications with a focus on the FCPG food and beverage industry. With a unique blend of creativity and innovation, she can uncover opportunities and promote products within restrictive legislative guidelines while connecting with niche target audiences. Tricia is dedicated to women’s professional development in the community as a Mentor lead with Women in Leadership Canada. Connect with Tricia here…
Join us for a live and unscripted interview with Tricia’s
Business MentorshipKeepin It Real and if you’re on the move here is the podcast.
 
Food Biz Mentoring A Think Tank of Experts Empowering Food & Beverage Entrepreneurs, Tricia Ryan
- Contributed By: Tricia Ryan
Tell us a little something about your business...
FOOD BIZ MENTORING offers a unique space where food enthusiasts can transform their passion into successful retail and or food service business ventures. Aspiring foodpreneurs seeking to break into the food industry will find our programs to be an essential resource for navigating the complex landscape of the food industry in Canada and the United States. Our expert advice, industry insights, and success stories are dedicated to guiding and turning culinary dreams into reality. Whether you need help with food regulations, funding, branding, or launching a new food and beverage product, our all-in-one resource Think Tank has you covered. We are committed to providing you with the knowledge, motivation, and mentorship required to build a prosperous and rewarding business.
When was your lightbulb moment?
The lightbulb moment here was the realization that by blending and uniting all of the seasoned suppliers and entrepreneurs we had worked with over the years we were providing foodpreneurs with support while leading to exciting and marketable food concepts. We wanted to reduce people’s stress but also have those with experience remove the many pain points entrepreneurs experience as they develop their food and beverage businesses.
What are your three words of advice?
Workplace anxieties are common and can be quite limiting. These often appear as fears of failing, being rejected, or not living up to expectations. Such fears can hold us back from reaching our full potential.
Leaders play a crucial role in shaping a healthy workplace environment. When leaders are open about their own fears and vulnerabilities, they come across as more genuine. This honesty helps build trust and respect within their teams.
Fear, when approached positively, can be a catalyst for innovation. Stepping outside of our comfort zones can be challenging, but it’s essential for growth. By doing so, we unlock new ideas and opportunities to drive innovation.
Understanding workplace fear has been important to me as it shows up for us all especially those of us in smaller entrepreneurial endeavors. When you feel you are not moving forward, checking on the fear that might be holding you back understanding it can often permit you to move forward.
Three words of advice...
Innovative, Resilient, Visionary
As a brand champion and trend expert, Tricia Ryan has 30+ years of progressive experience in marketing and communications with a focus on the FCPG food and beverage industry. With a unique blend of creativity and innovation, she can uncover opportunities and promote products within restrictive legislative guidelines while connecting with niche target audiences. Tricia is dedicated to women’s professional development in the community as a Mentor lead with Women in Leadership Canada. Connect with Tricia here…
Join us for a live and unscripted interview with Tricia’s
Business MentorshipKeepin It Real and if you’re on the move here is the podcast.
“May your legacy create a footprint of success for the next person who steps into your shoes”
