The Food Startups Podcast

I met Josh Parker at ExpoEast. He got started making maple syrup at age 11. Fast forward to 2015 and his business is growing rapidly. After the conference, he has moved from 12 stores to 332 stores. All while being a full time student At Clarkson University. He isn't old enough to vote, but needs to higher 4 employees to meet the production needs! We talk about his life:

  • On running a food business as a full-time student @ Clarkson University.
  • Socialism in Quebec and how it's helping the US maple syrup industry.
  • The origin of maple syrup. How maple syrup is made. Maple water.
  • Using your age as a marketing and sales advantage.
  • How he manages his life as a college student and entrepreneur.
  • On seeking and receiving investment and advisors. 

Mentioned in the episode:

Parker Maple

Reverse Osmosis

Cornell Sugar Maple Research & Extension Program

Josh Parker on Glenn Beck

Direct download: Episode_67_Done.mp3
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