Evolve Food Consultants

Sponsored by Hummingbirds

In this episode, I chatted with Esther Levy, a powerhouse in the natural and organic food & beverage space. With a BS in Food Science and an MBA, Esther brings deep industry knowledge and strategic insight—helping brands streamline operations and increase profitability.

As the founder of Evolve Food Consultants, Esther supports CPG brands across every operational touchpoint: from co-manufacturer searches and food safety to product development, supply chain management, and third-party certifications. Her approach helps early-stage and growing brands avoid costly missteps and build a foundation for long-term success.

Esther has worked with standout brands like:

  • Good Girl Snacks – creators of the cult-favorite Hot Girl Picklers

  • HomemadeISH – elegant, delicious, and easy-to-make cookies

  • Tatsu Tea – performance matcha tea for energy and refreshment

  • Popped Republic (Chesapeake Bay Snacks) – indulgent popcorn done right

  • Craize – Latin-inspired non-GMO snack crackers

  • Yough – the original yogurt pizza: more protein, fewer calories

  • Miami Twist Hummus – clean-label hummus with bold flavor

  • CoAqua – the coconut water people swear is the best they’ve ever tasted

If you’re a CPG founder navigating operations, scaling production, or searching for the right partners, this episode is a must-listen!

Inside the episode

  • Founder story: Esther’s journey into the natural & organic CPG world—and how she became a behind-the-scenes powerhouse

  • Brand story: How she helps early-stage brands avoid costly mistakes and scale with confidence

  • Advice for Founders: Esther’s top advice for emerging food & beverage founders navigating growth

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Meet the founder

As the founder of Evolve Food Consultants, Esther supports CPG brands across every operational touchpoint: from co-manufacturer searches and food safety to product development, supply chain management, and third-party certifications. Her approach helps early-stage and growing brands avoid costly missteps and build a foundation for long-term success. Learn more here.

This podcast episode was made possible by Hummingbirds

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