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This is our blog, where we post our ideas and videos, mostly about the retail food industry in Metro New York. We started this blog to communicate with food companies of all types, and people that desire more information about this vitally important industry. The food business touches billions of people every day. We are glad you are here, let’s talk food!
Ep. 16 – HCI Webinar: The Power of Relationships and Leveraging Human Capital
In this HCI Webinar, Dr. Westover talks with Zak Romanoff about the power of relationships and leveraging human capital. Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution, marketing, and sales world. Zak has removed the term Food Broker from his vocabulary,...
Ep. 15 – Zak’s Goal to Share Nightfood with Everyone
In this episode, Zak Romanoff talks with Sean Folkson, CEO of Nightfood Ice Cream. Zak explains why he has chosen to represent Nightfood and how he plans on crushing it for them in Metro New York. WHY NIGHTFOOD? What you Eat Before Bed Matters Sleep experts...
Ep. 14 – NJFPA Panel Discuss Managing Trends & Emerging Markets during Covid-19
OMNI Food Sales President Zak Romanoff and the NJFPA panel discuss Managing Consumer Trends and Emerging Markets during Covid-19.
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Ep. 13 – Zak teaches a CCM™ Class at Saint Joseph’s University
POI, in partnership with Saint Joseph’s University, offers an educational program leading to a certificate as a Certified Collaborative Marketer (CCM)™, designed to develop the skills of current and future leaders in food and CPG industries. OMNI Food Sales President, Zak Romanoff, teaches the class, discussing the role and value of Brand Advocates like OMNI, especially in the climate of today’s highly competitive food industry.
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Ep. 12 – Zak at the ROI NJ Food & Beverage Innovation Summit
ROI NJ’s inaugural Food & Beverage Innovation Summit was held on October 16, 2019 at Birchwood Manor in Whippany, NJ. As a member of the Food & Technology panel, Zak Romanoff provides his insights and opinions on the impacts of technology in the food...
Ep. 11 – Zak at the 2019 Marcum Food & Beverage Summit
Zak Romanoff speaks on the panel at the 2019 Marcum Food & Beverage Summit, discussing the latest industry trends. The event brings food and beverage executives together for a night of networking and information exchange. For 2019, the event was held on...
Ep. 10 – Zak’s Speech to a Delegation of British Food Companies at Santander Bank
Zak Romanoff speaks to a group of executives from British food companies at an Educative Seminar hosted by ALTIOS International and Santander Bank. The event was held at Santander’s USA Headquarters in Manhattan, NY on June 21, 2019. After his speech, Zak...
Ep. 9 – Conversation with Shelli Sonstein of Q104.3
Zak Romanoff speaks with Shelli Sonstein of Q104.3’s Jim Kerr Rock & Roll Morning Show about future trends in the supermarket industry. Website – https://q1043.iheart.com/featured/jim-kerr-rock-roll-morning-show/ Instagram –...
Ep. 8 – Conversation with IFBB Elite Pro Nicole Melillo
IFBB Elite Pro Nicole Melillo interviews Zak Romanoff about OMNI Food Sales and the role it plays in working with food brands to increase sales and distribution in the Metro New York marketplace. Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/nicole_fitpnut Facebook...
Ep. 7 – Interview with Chef Via Melissa
Our host, Zak Romanoff, speaks with chef and entrepreneur Melissa Eboli of Via’s Kitchen. She left a successful job in sales to pursue a culinary career, established her own business, and has even been featured on Dr. Oz. Together they discuss her personal journey,...
Ep. 6 – Interview with the Founder of BuckWHAT! Foods
Our host, Zak Romanoff, sits down with the founder of BuckWHAT! Foods, Leeann Rybakov. Utilizing buckwheat, a prominent (and surprisingly gluten free!) ingredient from her Ukrainian heritage, she started her company out of her love for cooking and a desire to create...
Ep. 5 – Interview with the Founder of YaVe Tequila
Our host, Zak Romanoff, sits down with the founder of YaVe Tequila, Joe Cruz, and his friend and investor, Danny Reyes, to discuss the journey of starting his own liquor brand. From YaVe Tequila: Joe Cruz Jr. was born and raised in Harlem, New York. He made a career...
Ep. 4 – Zak’s Speech at the K-Food Fair
At the K-Food Fair, our host Zak Romanoff gives a speech to 50 of the largest Food Exporters from Korea, highlighting the 5 main benefits of hiring a Brand Advocate like OMNI Food Sales. We hope you enjoy Episode 4 of the The Brand Advocate! Zak Romanoff is a...
Ep. 3 – Q&A with an Aspiring Entrepreneur
Our host Zak Romanoff answers questions about launching and operating a successful “Food Brokerage” company. During this interview by a food industry professional who is looking to start his own “Food Brokerage” in another market, Zak gives insight into the value...
Ep. 2 – Food Industry News and Why it Matters
Our host Zak Romanoff discusses and gives his insight into several news stories affecting the Food Industry. We hope you enjoy The Brand Advocate Episode 2! Zak Romanoff is a disruptor in the food distribution, marketing, and sales world. Zak has removed the...
Ep. 1 – Welcome to The Brand Advocate
Our host Zak Romanoff shares his experiences in the food industry while growing up in two family businesses, from his first jobs as Warehouse Selector and Truck Driver’s Assistant, to his current role as President of OMNI Food Sales. Zak explains the difference...
BuckWHAT! Foods Interview
OMNI Food Sales Vice President Zak Romanoff interviews entrepreneur Leeann Rybakov, founder and owner of BuckWHAT! Foods. BuckWHAT! Website – https://buckwhat.com/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/buckwhatfoods/ Facebook –...