From Food Truck to Co-Op Shelves: Stephanie Kirkpatrick's Success
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About The Show:
“When you are really taking a painstaking approach to make sure the ingredients are of a high quality, the work and effort that goes into that are that much and it lasts a lot longer”.
- Stephanie Kirkpatrick
Stephanie Kirkpatrick, an entrepreneur with a knack for wholesome food, found her footing in Northwest Arkansas. She started with Bartleby's, a food truck renowned for its delicious, all-natural cutlet sandwiches. As the truck gained traction, Stephanie realized the need for a broader platform to reach more customers.
That's where Ozark Natural Foods Co-Op came in. This community-focused grocery store embraced Stephanie's vision, offering her products a coveted spot in their refrigerated section. The partnership couldn't have been more fruitful; Bartleby's items quickly became a hit among the Co-Op's clientele, who appreciated the quality and flavor of her offerings.
Now with a line of sauces and nuggets in the pipeline, Stephanie credits much of her success to the relationships and opportunities provided by the Co-Op. Her business is not just surviving, but thriving, thanks in part to the supportive and like-minded community that the Co-Op has cultivated.
What You Will Learn In This Episode:
- Unearth the importance of promoting local establishments in fostering communal development.
- Learn the gains of collaborative food marts in supporting fledgling businesses.
- Examine the variety of bulk provisions in grocery outlets that cater to diverse needs.
- Realize the obstacles encountered by small ventures owing to supply network disturbances.
- Be inspired by a triumphant account of a small business thriving via community backing.
All this and more on this episode of Ozark Natural Foods The Co-Op Podcast.
Important Links and Mentions In This Episode:
- Visit Ozark Natural Foods store in Fayetteville, Arkansas to purchase original breaded and spicy nuggets along with fan-favorite Bartleby Special sauce, vegan honey mustard, spicy sauce, and vegan ranch from Bartleby’s Food
- Connect with other local vendors, such as Ozark Natural Foods, The Coop Beverages, and SAP Top Farms to learn about small business growth and overcoming hurdles.
- Follow Bartleby’s Food on Facebook.
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