Natural Products Marketer Podcast

By: Amanda Ballard & Tina Smith
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  • Expert Marketing Advice to Help you Grow Your Business, Reach More People & Change More Lives.

    © 2025 Natural Products Marketer Podcast
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Episodes
  • Growing a Wellness Center with Ed Jones from Nutrition World
    Jan 8 2025

    Ever wondered how intuition can play a role in product selection for health stores? Join us in an enlightening discussion with Ed Jones from Nutrition World in Chattanooga, as he unravels his meticulous approach to curating high-quality products on his shelves. Discover the unique blend of intuition, social media insights, and rigorous certificates of analysis that Ed employs to ensure only the best make it to his customers. He reveals the importance of transparency, understanding a brand’s ethics, and the critical role of customer feedback in maintaining trust and integrity in the natural products industry.

    Shifting gears to holistic healthcare integration, we explore the transformative benefits of a higher protein diet, focusing on responsibly sourced animal-based products. Learn how to navigate the transition from seed oils to healthier natural fats like tallow and olive oil. Ed shares valuable insights on bridging natural products with conventional medicine, highlighting the necessity of a collaborative team approach in healthcare. With challenges like finding practitioners who embrace this model, Ed emphasizes the need for continuous learning and adaptation to deliver the best care possible.

    Imagine a wellness center where various health practitioners unite under one roof, offering a comprehensive health approach. Ed guides us through the vision of building such a community, addressing the challenges and rewards of collaboration with independent practitioners. Gain strategies for developing referral relationships and building credibility and trust within the healthcare sector. With Ed’s expertise, discover the untapped potential of reaching new clients who may be unaware of the services provided by nutrition stores, opening up opportunities for growth and outreach.

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    About Amanda Ballard

    Amanda has worked in natural products marketing in the retail setting since 2016 and has a great understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that retailers in this industry face. More than anything, she wants this industry to continue to boom and believes much of that success hinges on the ability of retailers to do well in their businesses and market their products effectively.

    About Tina Smith

    Since 2014, Tina has worked with multiple natural products businesses, discovering how to market their CBD products online, without having their payment processor shut them down, to letting customers talk about their health issues those products have helped them solve. She knows first hand how experts like you offer the best products and a superior customer experience, that is why she is committed to helping you find an easy way to grow your natural product business.

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    34 mins
  • Mastering Pricing and Promotions with Chase Ballard and Micah Corrigan
    Dec 18 2024

    Unlock the secrets to mastering pricing strategies in the natural products industry with insights from our expert guests, Chase Ballard and Micah Corrigan. Discover how adopting MAP pricing as a standard can revolutionize your market approach and keep your customers coming back for more. We'll explore the common pitfalls of sticking to full MSRP pricing and how this can skew consumer perceptions, making in-store shopping seem more expensive than online giants like Amazon. Learn from other industries' pricing models and gain actionable strategies to refine your pricing tactics and strengthen your market position.

    Join us as we reveal the blueprint to building customer loyalty and trust through impactful loyalty programs and transparent practices. We discuss the art of turning customers into loyal "trustomers" with significant incentives and the vital role of training staff to engage effectively with customers at checkout. For retailers hesitant to move away from MSRP, we provide guidance on collaborating with partner brands to offer competitive everyday prices. Trust and transparency are key as we navigate these challenges, fostering strong relationships with partner brands for sustainable growth.

    Finally, we dive into innovative promotional strategies that can transform retail success, highlighting the power of BOGO deals and other promotions in boosting sales and brand visibility. While aggressive promotions attract new customers, they also present challenges like brand-switching. We stress the importance of balancing promotions while maintaining customer trust and pricing integrity. By collaborating creatively with brands, retailers can channel enthusiasm and support to build a loyal customer base, ensuring sustainable growth in a competitive market. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your business with proven strategies and insights.

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    Email: info@naturalproductsmarketer.com

    About Amanda Ballard

    Amanda has worked in natural products marketing in the retail setting since 2016 and has a great understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that retailers in this industry face. More than anything, she wants this industry to continue to boom and believes much of that success hinges on the ability of retailers to do well in their businesses and market their products effectively.

    About Tina Smith

    Since 2014, Tina has worked with multiple natural products businesses, discovering how to market their CBD products online, without having their payment processor shut them down, to letting customers talk about their health issues those products have helped them solve. She knows first hand how experts like you offer the best products and a superior customer experience, that is why she is committed to helping you find an easy way to grow your natural product business.

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    47 mins
  • Unveiling Supplement Regulations: Asa's Insights on Compliance and Ethical Marketing
    Dec 4 2024

    Unlock the secrets of dietary supplement regulations with our esteemed guest, Asa, a seasoned regulatory consultant with a background in clinical herbalism. Discover the intricacies of FDA oversight in the supplement industry and learn why the notion that dietary supplements are unregulated is a myth. Asa's journey from herbal studies in Boulder to advising companies on maintaining compliance provides unique perspectives and invaluable lessons for anyone navigating this complex field.

    Gain a deeper understanding of the transformative impact of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) and its role in shaping the herbal and dietary supplement industry. We explore the distinction between structure/function claims and disease claims, and how these affect marketing strategies. Delve into the evolution of labeling and marketing regulations, and consider potential legislative updates that could further refine the guidelines set by DSHEA over the past three decades.

    Lastly, we tackle the challenges retailers face in complying with regulatory guidelines, particularly in the context of influencer marketing and digital platforms. Learn about the risks associated with unsubstantiated claims and how innovative tools like Apex Compliance software are helping companies stay in line with regulations. Through practical advice and expert insights, this episode equips businesses with the knowledge to market their health products ethically and legally.

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    Email: info@naturalproductsmarketer.com

    About Amanda Ballard

    Amanda has worked in natural products marketing in the retail setting since 2016 and has a great understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that retailers in this industry face. More than anything, she wants this industry to continue to boom and believes much of that success hinges on the ability of retailers to do well in their businesses and market their products effectively.

    About Tina Smith

    Since 2014, Tina has worked with multiple natural products businesses, discovering how to market their CBD products online, without having their payment processor shut them down, to letting customers talk about their health issues those products have helped them solve. She knows first hand how experts like you offer the best products and a superior customer experience, that is why she is committed to helping you find an easy way to grow your natural product business.

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    53 mins

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