DANIEL KARSEVAR
CEO & Chief Problem Solver
Daniel Karsevar is a seasoned leader with over 20 years in natural foods and hospitality. A former chef and restaurateur turned entrepreneur, he excels in product development, operations, and scaling natural food brands. As founder of Solutiontopia, a boutique advisory firm in NYC and LA, Daniel guides startups and growing CPG brands and restaurant concepts to tackle challenges, innovate and expand profitably. He also leads PlantBased Solutions, focusing on plant-based and vegan products ready for big-box retail. His work, recognized with a NEXTY Award, spans from Natural Products Expo West to store shelves.
As the founder and Chief Problem Solver of Solutiontopia, Inc., a boutique advisory firm based in New York City & Los Angles, Daniel provides tailored guidance to startups and growth-stage CPG brands, helping them address operational challenges and scale efficiently. Daniel is also the CEO of PlantBased Solutions, which focuses solely on vegan product brands. With extensive experience working alongside the country’s largest co-packers, he specializes in launching brands ready for big-box retail distribution. From Natural Products Expo to market shelves, his work has garnered industry recognition, including a prestigious NEXTY Award.
Expertise Highlights
- Brand Development: Daniel has worked with leading brands such as Chloe’s Soft Serve Fruit Co., Loliware, Avoke, Yumami, and Unilever USA’s natural foods division.
- Scaling Operations: He has a proven track record of increasing production capacity by up to 1,000% to meet national retail and foodservice demands.
- Mentorship: Daniel serves as a Mentor and Speaker for entrepreneurial incubators and accelerators such as ProVeg International, Food Future Co and Clean Living Collective, where he shares his expertise with emerging brands.
- Industry Contributor: A sought-after speaker having delivered state-of-the industry and trend forecasting talks at IFMA, Supply Side West, Natural Products Expo and others and is a contributing expert for New Hope’s IdeaXchange.
A Visionary in the Natural Foods Industry
Daniel’s career reflects a commitment to innovation and excellence. From culinary development to scaling small growth brands, his holistic expertise offers a unique blend of creativity and strategic insight. His deep understanding of supply chain logistics, co-packing, and operational efficiency empowers clients to overcome complex challenges and achieve sustainable growth.
Your Partner in Growth
Daniel blends creativity and strategy to solve complex problems. Whether launching a startup or scaling a brand, he delivers tailored solutions for success. Discover how his expertise can elevate your natural foods business.
Explore how Daniel’s expertise can unlock your brand’s potential and create measurable impact in the natural foods industry.
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