Business idea · Physical-Services
Branded Product Sampling
Branded Product Sampling: Set up booths at farmers markets to offer samples of branded food products, allowing customers to taste before they buy and enhancing brand visibility. It was pitched on Koerner Office, hosted by Chris Koerner, in the episode "The Best First Side Hustle Anyone Can Start - Ep. #294" (aired April 24, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | Koerner Office |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Chris Koerner |
| Episode | The Best First Side Hustle Anyone Can Start - Ep. #294 |
| Aired | April 24, 2026 |
| Category | Physical-Services |
| Real companies on the episode | PrepaPizza, Kids' Farmers Market, Unnamed Fresh Pasta Seller, Unnamed Baked Goods Seller, Unnamed Pickle Seller, Prepa Pizza |
The problem it solves
Many consumers are hesitant to purchase new food products without trying them first, which can limit sales potential.
How it makes money
Generate revenue through direct sales at events and potentially partner with food brands for sponsorship or co-branding opportunities.
Skills you need
Sales, marketing, customer engagement, and product knowledge.
The market, and why this works now
Shopify's 2024 app-revenue policy allows vendors to create tailored marketing experiences at events. Launch branded product sampling booths at local farmers markets, leveraging Shopify's event integrations to handle transactions. Initial revenue could come from direct sales through the Shopify POS system. Founders will face challenges with inventory management, as fluctuating demand at events can lead to overstock or stockouts, complicating logistics and cash flow.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- PrepaPizza
PrepaPizza offers pizza kits that allow customers to make their own pizza at home.
- Kids' Farmers Market
A platform created by the host's wife and her friend to allow children to sell their products at a local farmers market.
- Unnamed Fresh Pasta Seller
A vendor who makes and sells fresh pasta, operating from her basement and selling at various farmer's markets.
- Unnamed Baked Goods Seller
A vendor at farmer's markets who specializes in baked goods.
- Unnamed Pickle Seller
A vendor who makes and sells homemade pickles at farmer's markets.
- Prepa Pizza
A company that sells pizza dough making kits to help people make better pizza at home.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: Koerner Office, hosted by Chris Koerner
Episode: The Best First Side Hustle Anyone Can Start - Ep. #294
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.