The Build with Jeff Kallil
The Build is a real-time record of what it takes to build something that holds — in business, family, and life.
I'm Jeff Kallil — building Pure Yums, operating Convivial Brands, raising kids, and navigating the pressure that comes with doing all three at once.
This isn’t content. It’s the work behind the work. The hard calls. The internal wrestles. The quiet decisions that shape it all.
If you're building something meaningful — and want clarity without the noise — this is for you.
The Build with Jeff Kallil
The Build - Ep 19: The Bottleneck I Didn’t See Coming
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When you think about scaling a food brand, you expect the hard parts to be production, marketing, or demand.
What I didn’t expect? That finding the right co-packer would be the biggest bottleneck so far.
In this episode, I share where I’m at right now in the process — the calls that went nowhere, the red flags I couldn’t ignore, and why I’m choosing to wait instead of rushing a deal that doesn’t feel aligned.
This isn’t just about operations. It’s about protecting what you’re building.
If you're growing a product-based brand, or thinking about partnering with a manufacturer, this episode gives you a real look inside the part of scaling no one talks about enough.
We cover:
- Why co-packing is more personal than people think
- The tension between growth and trust
- How I’m staying clear in the face of pressure to “just move”
- What this bottleneck is teaching me about patience, alignment, and long-term thinking
This is the part most people skip over. I’m walking through it with you — in real time.
Enjoy.
- Jeff
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