Farm to Fork: The Innovators with David Maloni
Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators, the podcast where decades of industry expertise meet the future of the food supply chain. I'm David Maloni, your host, and with over 40 years in the food production, distribution, and operations sectors, I've seen the industry evolve. But now, it's time to push the boundaries of innovation further.
Every other week, join me as I sit down with pioneers from the past, the game-changers of today, and the visionaries shaping the future of our field. Together, we'll explore new ideas, technologies, and strategies that can revolutionize how we farm, produce, move, and serve food to the world.
I invite you, our listeners, to be a part of this journey. If you know someone or have a topic in mind that aligns with our mission, please reach out. Your input matters, and it could be the spark that ignites the next big breakthrough in the food supply chain.
For more insights and to connect with my consultancy, visit www.DatumFS.com. Thank you for tuning in. Together, let's drive innovation and transform the way we nourish our communities
Farm to Fork: The Innovators with David Maloni
Kim Spalding, CEO of Cheetah Foodservice, Revolutionizing the Foodservice Supply Chain through Data and Technology
Join us as we sit down with Kim Spalding, CEO of Cheetah Technologies and a visionary transforming the food supply chain through technology.
Starting as a Texas girl with a love for wine and music, Kim shares her fascinating transition from running a winery to pioneering product innovation at Starbucks, and later, enhancing shipping security with blockchain at TradeLens. Kim's tenure at Google shines through as she discusses the company's strategy to revolutionize data structuring for businesses big and small.
Her excitement is infectious as we ponder the industry's 5 to 10-year horizon, brimming with data-driven tools that promise a level playing field. This episode illuminates the critical role of digitization and collaboration in the industry, showcasing Kim's unique blend of tech-savvy and operational expertise that's reshaping how we handle our food from farm to fork.
Once Again, Thank You for tuning in to what proves to be an insightful discussion.
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Timestamps
02:13 - Who Is Kim Spalding?
05:16 - Blockchain Data 101
08:06 - Kim Narrates Her Journey To Cheetah Technologies
13:07 - How The Restaurant Operations Business Differs From Other Establishments
15:16 - Merging Tech And The Food Industry
16:54 - Cheetah Technologies’ Mission
22:40 - How Does Cheetah Technologies Operate?
25:39 - Cheetah Technologies And The Restaurateur
29:20 - Kim Details How Cheetah Technologies Benefits All Aspects Of The Food Service Industry
34:37 - Cheetah Technologies And The Customer
37:37 - The Balancing Act: Tipping The Scales With The Leverage Of Distribution
41:28 - The Future Of Cheetah Technologies
46:36 - Wrapping Up!
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