#002 Jenny Simms - From Parliament to a sweeter life

 

Liz Ward speaks to Jenny Simms, Owner and brand director of The Marshmallowist, the UK’s first gourmet marshmallow company. Jenny shares her pivot story from speech writing in parliament to running a confectionary start-up. 

The Marshmallowist- has been at the forefront of setting trends. Combining classic confectionery with unexpected flavours and bold design. Jenny is responsible for brand and sales whilst her sister, Oonagh Simms, dreams up the kitchen creativity. 

With her background in communications and policy for political parties and charities, Jenny makes sure The Marshmallowist do things honestly, ethically and with integrity. 

In this Slick Pivot Session, we chat about confidence, believing in your business and how you never leave your skills and strengths behind” when moving into a new career path. 

This interview covers loads about running a business. “building a brand start-up style”’, getting on the shelves of major retailers and “what happens when your product goes viral”

More about Jenny Simms

Jenny Simme Brand Director The Marshmallowist

Founded in 2011, the UK’s first gourmet marshmallow company- The Marshmallowist- has been at the forefront of setting trends. Combining classic confectionery with unexpected flavours and bold design. Jenny Simms is responsible for brand and sales whilst her sister, Oonagh Simms, dreams up the kitchen creativity. With a background in communications and policy for political parties and charities, Jenny makes sure The Marshmallowist do things honestly, ethically and with integrity.

Topics We Cover

  • (1:35) Jenny’s career journey 

  • (6.15) The Marshmallowist story - The UK’s first gourmet marshmallow company 

  • (16.00) Life as a working mum 

  • (19.50) What is the role of a brand director (stepping into the power) 

  • (28.30) Slick Pivot high-five moment 

  • (35.00) Co-founder relationships - Do you need one? 

  • (39.35) Advice for food start-ups

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