Apr 1, 2022
I know you have heard of a stockbroker, mortgage broker, and insurance broker, but did you know there are food brokers? Andy Epstein is the co-founder of B&A Food Brokers. B&A has working relationships with Key Operators in every aspect of the food service and retail industry. From large and small food distributors/retailers to airlines, health care institutions, commissaries, manufacturers, cruise lines, restaurants, theme parks, colleges, and even The Board of Education, they provide their Principals with access to the decision-makers.
Andy and his team live in a super competitive market, and they thrive in a commission-based model. Listen to learn how this small-business owner navigates culture, change, and legal agreements!
Fun fact: Andy has a tradition of espresso and Sambuca in the office!
Links:
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Topics:
(2:31) - Andy’s family background and company
(9:43) - How do you create and keep a culture that allows the lifestyle you have?
(11:34) - Doing business between Texas and the Tri-state area
(15:11) - More on culture and the importance of face-to-face interaction in business
(18:50) - What is a broker?
(21:02) - Why we need to be able to disagree on things
(26:50) - What’s it been like running your business in this climate?
(36:50) - The broker’s role in the food business
(41:00) - Thoughts on Capitalism
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.