ContenderCast with Justin Honaman

Welcome to the ContenderCast with Justin Honaman, a leadership and Consumer Industries entrepreneurship conversation centered on shining a light on bright ideas. The ContenderCast is the top global Consumer Industries entrepreneurship podcast. Justin is a digital commerce leader, author, communicator, and Consumer Products / Retail industry thought-leader based in Atlanta, Georgia. Every winner started as a contender!

PEESPORT PREMIUM PEE BOTTLE 03/30/2026

PEESPORT PREMIUM PEE BOTTLE PeeSport is America’s #1 Pee Bottle Company. They’re making life easier and more fun for thousands of people. Their product is fun, useful, and life changing. Thousands of truckers, travelers, clinics, festival-goers, and adventurers trust PeeSport for relief on the go. But they are not just selling pee bottles, they are building something bigger. A brand that makes people laugh, that’s all about adventure, and that’s going to be as wild as Red Bull one day. Founder Henry Snow joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/40503345

COOKTOP SAFETY 03/23/2026

COOKTOP SAFETY Introducing the world’s first AI-powered, fully automatic safe smart cooking system () and SensorAI – AI innovators specializing in predictive and preventative technology solutions. The CTS focus is on aging in place, multi-family and student housing, IoT connected kitchen and SaaS. Cooktop Safety (CTS) founder and CEO David Eby joins Justin to discuss innovation in tech and AI. /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/40269720

HIGH LEVEL SCIENCE 03/16/2026

HIGH LEVEL SCIENCE High Level, co-founded by Ashley Parker Angel and Bobby Klebanoff, is revolutionizing the wellness industry with a unique dual-business model. When the worlds of entertainment and medicine come together, something extraordinary happens. Ashley Parker Angel, known for his dynamic stage presence and transformation coaching, and Dr. David Rizik, a global leader in cardiovascular medicine, teamed up to create High Level Science — a line of medical-grade supplements redefining wellness with a foundation in solid science and real-world performance. Their groundbreaking formulations include High Level Heart + Body + Mind, designed to support overall physiological wellness, and High Level Man, a 12-in-1 advanced men’s vitality formula crafted to help support energy, endurance, circulation, and overall wellness with clean, science-informed ingredients. Ashley Parker Angel and Bobby Klebanoff join Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand. /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/40269690

JULIE ORIGINALS :: DESERT DWELLERS FLASH CARDS 03/09/2026

JULIE ORIGINALS :: DESERT DWELLERS FLASH CARDS From concept to completion, creating the Desert Dwellers Flash Cards has been an enriching and fulfilling experience. These flash cards blend education and fine art, designed to captivate young minds and foster a love for the unique wildlife of the desert. Julie Bonner joins Justin to discuss how to best leverage creative design with consumer products! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/40269705

SIPSY 03/02/2026

SIPSY Hala Shamas is the Founder and CEO of Sipsy, a discover-driven alcohol retail and e-commerce platform redefining how consumers discover and shop for spirits. With a background in digital growth and brand building, she has scaled Sipsy from a startup concept into a multi-channel business spanning brick-and-mortar retail, nationwide shipping, and tech-enabled e-commerce. Hala blends data-driven strategy with community-led content, using education and storytelling to turn liquor shopping into an experience, not just a transaction. Hala joins Justin to discuss this growing alco-bev retail brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/40184075

BREAKWATER SUPPLY 02/23/2026

BREAKWATER SUPPLY Josh Lipinski is the founder of the Breakwater Supply outdoor brand which is a digital-first ecommerce retailer that sells specialized waterproof backpacks, shoes, and other outdoor gear. Prior to becoming an entrepreneur, Josh worked for over 15 years in tech as a Software Engineer and Senior Manager in the Boston area. He currently leads all day-to-day operations of Breakwater Supply, which involves sourcing and product development, marketing and advertising, logistics, fulfillment, and web development. Josh joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/40128775

SPICED UP SEASONINGS :: FROM CHEF CALVIN HARRIS 01/26/2026

SPICED UP SEASONINGS :: FROM CHEF CALVIN HARRIS With decades of culinary experience, Chef Calvin Harris is on a mission to transform home cooking. He launched Spiced Up to tackle a common problem: the trade-off between convenience and taste. Chef Calvin understands that busy lives often lead to dining out or ordering in. Yet, he believes that home-cooked meals can be both healthy and incredibly flavorful. That’s why he created Spiced Up seasoning blends—making it easy for anyone to whip up delicious, nutritious meals at home. Cooking is Chef Calvin’s love language. He’s passionate about helping home cooks create amazing meals that bring families together. With Spiced Up, he proves that anyone can cook and that great taste should never be sacrificed for convenience. Chef Calvin joins Justin to uncap this spicy brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/39653940

MAIA YOGURT :: GRASS-FED GOODNESS. FULL OF LOVE, NOT SUGAR. 01/19/2026

MAIA YOGURT :: GRASS-FED GOODNESS. FULL OF LOVE, NOT SUGAR. At Maia, they believe that great yogurt is about more than just flavor—it's about texture. Their commitment to crafting the perfect yogurt results in a thick, creamy consistency that stands out from the rest. Each cup of Maia spends its final hours of production settling into its rich, velvety texture, right in the cup. For the ultimate experience, they recommend enjoying Maia’s thick, creamy texture by gently scooping into it rather than stirring. This way, you savor every smooth bite, just as we intended. Founder Hamilton Colwell joins Justin to unpack this delicious yogurt brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/39613320

CHEEKY COCKTAILS 01/12/2026

CHEEKY COCKTAILS Founded by bartenders and used behind bars at five-star hotels, stadiums, resorts (and in your home!) Cheeky is a line of badass cocktail mixers designed to unleash your creativity. They believe everyone can be a mixologist with a bit of guidance and access to the best ingredients. So, they source the highest-quality raw materials, make non-alcoholic cocktail mixers to the specifications used in craft cocktail bars, and provide recipes, tips, and tricks on using them in your creations. Founder April Wachtel joins Justin to unpack this “cheeky” brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/39468350

SHADY LADY HATS 01/05/2026

SHADY LADY HATS As a mom, business owner and woman on the go, Allyson Mandelbaum was faced with the eternal question, “How can I look cute, but still have dirty hair?” ...And that is how Shady Lady was born. Allyson loves wearing hats but could never find the perfect one. They were either too stiff, too big, had team names, or adorned with cheesy catch phrases. After a lot of unsuccessful searching, she came to only one conclusion: If she couldn’t find the hat of her dreams, she had to make it. Designed in Fairfield, CT and available for kids and adults, Shady Lady hats are inspired by fun times with fabulous girlfriends and beach days that turn into cozy nights around the fire pit. At Shady Lady they want you to have fun and not take yourself too seriously because every lady is a little bit shady. Allyson joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing “shady” brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/39531975

HOLLOW SOCKS + FIX-IT-STICKS :: MEET ENTREPRENEUR BRIAN DAVIS 12/22/2025

HOLLOW SOCKS + FIX-IT-STICKS :: MEET ENTREPRENEUR BRIAN DAVIS An entrepreneur from head to toe, meet Brian Davis! Brian launched Fix-It-Sticks and Hollow Socks…and several others that didn’t make it! He is always looking for writers, reviewers, buyers and more to help him spread the word and get socks and tools to customers who will LOVE them. Brian joins Justin to share his entrepreneurship stories – some that worked and some that did not – and the keys to success when taking a new idea from concept to shelf! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/39424845

FROM SMALL BEGINNINGS TO BIG DREAMS: LORI PINE’S JOURNEY TO BECOMING THE JOY CEO! 12/10/2025

FROM SMALL BEGINNINGS TO BIG DREAMS: LORI PINE’S JOURNEY TO BECOMING THE JOY CEO! Lori Pine, The Joy CEO, an award-winning Corporate VP turned Executive Life Coach and dynamic speaker. After years of working for corporate powerhouses such as Anheuser-Busch, The Coca-Cola Company, and Campbell’s Soup Company, Lori now helps ambitious, high-performing women rewrite their old, worn-out story, dream bigger, and thrive. Her innate ability to clarify the problem and quickly assess the situation helps women spend less time swirling and more time living and loving their lives. Because if there’s one thing she has learned, it’s that joy has a ripple effect. Add it to one area of your life and it will enhance so many more! Lori joins Justin for a “joy-filled” conversation! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/39349455

OLIVA DORADO :: OLIVE OIL 11/24/2025

OLIVA DORADO :: OLIVE OIL They tasted real olive oil and wondered...why was this so different than everything at the grocery store? Why did this taste richer, smoother, and cleaner than anything we had tried before? Why was something this good, the same ingredient prized by ancient civilizations, so rare and hard to find? So they started looking for answers. And Oliva Dorado was born. Jeremy Sernick, founder of Oliva Dorado, a single-origin organic olive oil, joins Justin to discuss this growing brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/38994430

AMY’S KITCHEN 11/17/2025

AMY’S KITCHEN Amy's Kitchen, Inc., doing business as Amy's, is a family-owned, privately held American company based in Petaluma, California, that manufactures organic and non-GMO convenience and frozen foods. Founded in 1987 by Andy and Rachel Berliner, and incorporated in 1988, the company took its name from their daughter, Amy! Paul Schiefer, Amy’s President, joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing, entrepreneurial brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/38778645

NORTH AVENUE CELLARS :: WINE 11/10/2025

NORTH AVENUE CELLARS :: WINE Twenty years ago, four friends met at Georgia Tech, each driven by a unique passion for innovation, creativity, and excellence. Their paths diverged after graduation, leading them into different industries, but their shared love for wine remained a constant. Reuniting two decades later, they decided to blend their diverse skills and experiences to create a wine brand that reflects their journey and the spirit of collaboration that started in their college days. This brand isn't just about producing high-quality wine; it's about telling a story of friendship, perseverance, and a deep-rooted love for the craft. Charlie Fauroat joins Justin to discuss this growing wine brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/38311380

SUNDAY :: LAWN CARE 11/03/2025

SUNDAY :: LAWN CARE Sunday Lawn Care offers a subscription-based, personalized lawn care system that delivers eco-friendly products like fertilizers and grass seeds directly to consumers. It uses your location, climate, and soil test results to create a custom plan for your specific needs, aiming to provide a healthy lawn with fewer harsh chemicals. The service includes detailed instructions, and products are designed to be easy to apply, working with nature to promote growth and combat weeds without broad-spectrum pesticides. Founder and CEO Coulter Lewis joins Justin to discuss this “growing” brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/38270755

NAN’S ORIGINAL RECIPES :: SALAD DRESSINGS 10/27/2025

NAN’S ORIGINAL RECIPES :: SALAD DRESSINGS Born in 1928, Nan grew up on the Connecticut shoreline, where the salty sea air and small town charm forged her lifelong coastal spirit. A child of the Great Depression, Nan learned the fundamentals of resourceful cooking from her mother, who showed her how to create exciting meals from what grew in their garden. Eventually, Nan would hone her skills to recreate dishes from her travels around the world. It didn’t take long for Nan to become known for her healthy salad dressings, always made with premium olive oil. Today, Nan’s Original Recipes captures the essence of the beloved mother and grandmother: Good, wholesome food that inspires an enriched wholesome life. Family-founded and made in small batches with premium organic ingredients, her healthy creations are versatile and shelf-stable. Corinne Cartwright joins Justin to unpack this growing food brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/38256020

JUST CALL ME SHIRLEY :: PREMIUM CANNED SHIRLEY TEMPLE COCKTAIL 10/20/2025

JUST CALL ME SHIRLEY :: PREMIUM CANNED SHIRLEY TEMPLE COCKTAIL Just Call Me Shirley invites you to the essence of the 60’s era, where the clinking of glasses echoed through smoke-filled rooms with power suits and intriguing conversations. Their Original Shirley Temple Cocktail is a purposeful blend of classic charm and timeless sophistication. Inspired by the iconic Shirley Temple, their RTD 5% canned cocktail & NA collection elevates a classic experience to a new level of refinement. Just Call Me Shirley is a nod to the past, a celebration of the present, and a promise of timeless sophistication. Enjoy the subtle sweetness of natural cherry and lemon-lime flavors. Expect retro red coloring without the harmful dyes. Co-founders Sydney Attis and Mikayla Garcia join Justin to discuss this growing brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/38241700

GOSPOTCHECK :: REIMAGINING HOW THE MOBILE WORKFORCE WORKS 10/13/2025

GOSPOTCHECK :: REIMAGINING HOW THE MOBILE WORKFORCE WORKS GoSpotCheck was born in the Mile High City, where a love for the outdoors, beer brewing, and the Broncos run deep. Their founders, Matt and Joey, were childhood friends, and Joey and Samantha met at DU in grad school. The three started GoSpotCheck in a garage together after graduating from Boulder Techstars in 2011. Their spirit lives on in their product, teams, and values. Cory Knopp joins Justin to discuss Consumer Goods, Retail, data, and analytics that help brands deliver a better customer experience in store. /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/38222040

BETTER & BETTER :: ORAL WELLNESS TOOTHPASTE 10/06/2025

BETTER & BETTER :: ORAL WELLNESS TOOTHPASTE From toxins and harsh soaps to polluting plastics, oral care was long overdue for an upgrade. You don’t need harsh ingredients for a healthy smile, so they said no to sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), fluoride, parabens, GMOs, artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives—forever. Meet Vladimir Vukicevic, co-founder and CEO of Better & Better. Justin and Vlad unpack bright and shiny toothpaste and oral care ideas together on this episode! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/38241580

CUSTOM NEON :: TURN YOUR IDEA INTO AN EYE-CATCHING LED NEON SIGN 09/29/2025

CUSTOM NEON :: TURN YOUR IDEA INTO AN EYE-CATCHING LED NEON SIGN Custom Neon™ offers stunning custom-made led neon signs worldwide. Their signs are handmade in the US, China and Australia and sold in over 60 countries to customers including some of the world's biggest brands. Founder and CEO Jake Munday joins Justin to discuss this bright and shining brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/38224025

PASSPORT GLOBAL :: YOUR PASSPORT TO GLOBAL GROWTH 09/22/2025

PASSPORT GLOBAL :: YOUR PASSPORT TO GLOBAL GROWTH Top brands trust Passport. They help your DTC or marketplace business scale globally—whether you’re shipping cross-border or fulfilling in-country to navigate de minimis and tariff changes, and maximize Q4 growth. Combining innovative technology, global logistics, and expert compliance, Passport delivers the right solutions for the right markets at every stage of global growth. Co-Founder and CEO Alex Yancher joins Justin to discuss launching and growing the business. /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/38179175

DISTILLERY OF MODERN ART 09/10/2025

DISTILLERY OF MODERN ART At Distillery of Modern Art (DoMA), they celebrate the Art of the Spirit, distilling craft spirits that inspire community and connect people to what they love. Pour yourself a glass of their amaro, gin, vodka, or whiskey, and you’ll notice that not only is the liquid inside the bottle exceptional, but each package features a unique print behind the label. The beauty and artistry in the label is a nod to the craft inside each bottle, and a reminder to make time for your own self-expression. Owner and Founder Seth Watson joins Justin to discuss art, creativity, and crafting an incredible mix of alco-bev brands! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/38136580

OOLIE DIPS & YOGURTS :: IT’S A NEW ERA FOR EGGS! 08/27/2025

OOLIE DIPS & YOGURTS :: IT’S A NEW ERA FOR EGGS! Eggs…Reinvented. Creating Simpler, Creamier Dairy-Free Foods from Nature’s Perfect Protein. Oolie are egg experts who dared to dream differently. By reimagining what eggs could do, they created something extraordinary—deliciously creamy foods that are clean, protein-rich, and free from dairy and fillers. Their secret? They partner with small family farms, sourcing Free-Range eggs that would otherwise go unused. Because they believe good food starts with doing good. VP of Marketing Faith Ferguson joins Jusitn to discuss this “eggcellent” new brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/37874990

KÜLTEE KAVIAR™ POPPING BOBA 08/20/2025

KÜLTEE KAVIAR™ POPPING BOBA Kültee Kaviar™ is the redefined premium popping boba balls experience with a refreshing burst of natural flavor. At just 6mm or 9mm in size, these tiny boba balls deliver unique taste and texture that consumers are continually seeking, while adding irresistible, vibrant pops of colors. Nils Schaede, Director of Marketing at Zentis, joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/37833965

STEWARDSHIP FOR BUSINESS: A PLAYBOOK TO DRIVE MORE VALUE INTO YOUR CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS 08/13/2025

STEWARDSHIP FOR BUSINESS: A PLAYBOOK TO DRIVE MORE VALUE INTO YOUR CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS Are you creating value for your customers? How do you really know? Your customers choose to do business with your company based on the value you deliver to them. And the relationship investment you make in them. Former Coca-Cola and Microsoft exec Ira Gleser joins Justin to discuss how customer relationships – earning trust first with executives – drive long-term invested partnerships. Link to book on . /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/37801100

TRUBAR 06/09/2025

TRUBAR Erica Groussman is the founder and CEO of TRUBAR, a delicious vegan protein bar brand made of 100% plant-based ingredients and free of gluten, dairy, soy, sugar alcohols, or harmful seed oils. Founded in 2019, TRUBAR has seen over 100% YoY growth every year since its launch and will expand into 15,000+ new retail locations this year including their most recent last month in Targets nationwide! Erica joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing food brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/36721095

SEAHORSE SNACKS 06/02/2025

SEAHORSE SNACKS Meet Stacy Martin – the founder of Seahorse Snacks! She calls herself a seahorse because she chose to have her stomach removed due to an extremely rare genetic mutation (CDH1). Seahorses also don’t have stomachs. Because she doesn’t have a stomach, she has to eat frequently, like every two hours all day, every day. Because she eats so frequently, she often gets bored with eating the same thing over and over. Nuts are a great source of protein and she learned that she could make them extra delicious! Stacy joins Justin to discuss this up-and-coming snack brand. /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/36699520

MATCH MY MAKEUP 05/26/2025

MATCH MY MAKEUP Victoria Ha is the co-founder of , the world's first scientifically and mathematically derived foundation shade matching platform. Match My Makeup's technology has been adopted around the world by major retail clients and cosmetics houses such as Net-a-Porter, Clarins and Harvey Nichols. Prior to launching Match My Makeup with her sister in 2012, Victoria was in Silicon Valley working in health-information, a field that allowed her to combine both her skills as a Computer Scientist and Lawyer. Victoria joins Justin to discuss the industry, technology and more! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/36671050

TONY ROMA’S 01/20/2025

TONY ROMA’S Tony Roma’s is a full service, casual dining family restaurant where you can find premier BBQ ribs and steaks in locations across the world. With over 100 family restaurant locations on five continents, Tony Roma’s is one of the most globally recognizable names in the industry. CEO, Mina Haque joins Justin to discuss this growing restaurant industry brand! /episode/index/show/jhonaman/id/34922255

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