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26: 20 Years for Overnight Success, with Raincoast Crisps founder, Lesley Stowe
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26: 20 Years for Overnight Success, with Raincoast Crisps founder, Lesley Stowe

Artisan Crackers, and getting the nod from Oprah

Entrepreneurs Exposed

July 17, 201830m 32s

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Show Notes

Lesley Stowe, a true Canadian food entrepreneur, and the founder of the infamous artisan crackers – Raincoast Crisps. The crackers are so popular, they’ve been featured on Oprah’s list of favourite things and in Martha Stewart Living magazine. They’ve also been served in the White House. In this short chat with Adam, Lesley shares stories about how she funded the venture early on, the importance of being in the right environment for your passion, and why she sold to Dare Foods, a family owned private company vs. a private equity firm. Enjoy

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