Talenti: Josh Hochschuler
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72 min
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2 min
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What It Covers
Josh Hochschuler transforms from unemployed banker to building America's bestselling gelato brand Talenti, selling to Unilever for undisclosed millions after fifteen years.
Notable Moment
Hochschuler calls emergency meeting when unable to make Christmas payroll, asks fifteen employees to stay while he secures bank loan, they trust him and agree to wait.
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“Hochschuler moves to Buenos Aires at 22 with no plan, works at Bank of Boston, discovers authentic gelato culture that becomes business inspiration.”
“Josh Hochschuler transforms from unemployed banker to building America's bestselling gelato brand Talenti, selling to Unilever for undisclosed millions after fifteen years.”
“Pivot to restaurants and specialty stores in 2005, clear jar packaging differentiates brand, Publix deal secured with 500k radio advertising commitment in 2009.”
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“Josh Hochschuler transforms from unemployed banker to building America's bestselling gelato brand Talenti, selling to Unilever for undisclosed millions after fifteen years.”
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