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From Tradition to Supply Chain: Tocabe’s Indigenous Food Revolution Through Storytelling, with Ben Jacobs Co-Founder of Tocabe
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Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators! In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to feature Ben Jacobs, co-founder of Tocabe, a pioneering American Indian eatery, marketplace, and food production company.
Ben has dedicated nearly twenty years to building one of the most authentic and innovative Native American food brands in the country. Join us as we delve into the world of Native American cuisine, discuss the journey from consumer to wholesale, and uncover the complexities of purposeful supply chain sourcing. We’ll also explore best practices for creating a truly authentic food brand. So, buckle up, hit that subscribe button, and let’s harvest progress together.
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Timestamps:
1:10 - Welcome Back to the Show!
2:20 - Ben’s Background
6:08 - A Quick Overview of the American Indigenous Population
9:10 - A Deep Dive into the Osage Community Culture
15:45 - The Origins of The Tocabe Enterprise
18:06 - Exploring The Tocabe Restaurant
22:18 - The Tocabe Cuisine
26:16 - Tocabe’s Sourcing Process
30:50 - Tocabe’s Employment Program: Providing Work Opportunities for Native Americans
38:50 - The Tocabe Indigenous Marketplace
42:06 - Innovating the Wholesale E-Commerce Experience
50:55 - Storytelling Through Ingredients: Cuisine with a Story
57:00 - The Future of Tocabe
59:30 - Closing Remarks
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