This episode is brought to you by FultonFishMarket.Com, the most trusted name in seafood.  Visit the official website, www.fultonfishmarket.com and explore their incredible selection of seafood and let your clients experience quality that has captivated palates for generations. Use code PRIVATECHEF at checkout to get 15% off your first order. We have another TREAT for you that could get you $100 towards your first order from FultonFishMarket.com Swing by FultonFishMarket.com’s Instagram page @FultonFishMarket, where they’ve just shared an awesome post about our latest episode. Give them a follow, like the post, and drop a comment sharing what you enjoyed most about the episode – whether it's a hilarious comment, a surprising insight, or just a moment that made your day. You’ll be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift card, perfect for trying out world-class from FultonFishMarket.com. Giveaway ends 9/10/23! In this special episode of the Private Chef Podcast, we had the privilege to have an exclusive interview with Jody Meade, the President and Founder of FultonFishMarket.com.  Jody generously shares the ups and downs of his journey, from his early days as an oyster salesman to his pivotal role in revolutionizing the way we access fresh seafood. His  entrepreneurial spirit led him to the historic Fulton Fish Market, where he identified the potential to bridge the gap between tradition and technology in the seafood industry.  It wasn't an easy path, he faced doubters, resistance from vendors, and the logistical complexities of seafood delivery. However, his unwavering determination and countless pitches eventually caught the attention of an investor who believed in his vision. By fully embracing e-commerce, FultonFishMarket.com can  deliver the freshest seafood right to your door and has evolved into a thriving multi-million-dollar success story, earning the trust of top chefs worldwide. Jody's story is a testament to the power of persistence and proves that with vision and perseverance, even the most ambitious dreams can become a reality. Listen to this brand new episode of The Private Chef Podcast on: Apple - http://tinyurl.com/22m7bma3 Spotify  - http://tinyurl.com/58kx5jka Watch the full interview on YouTube Youtube - https://youtu.be/5BQ18WaJuEU Connect with Jody Meade   LinkedIn  - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jody-meade-555731148/ Website - https://fultonfishmarket.com/ Timestamps [00:01:23] Selling oysters and success [00:06:31] The unique positioning of the Fulton Fish Market [00:08:26] The Amazon of Fish Quotes "I would say half of my best friends are chefs". "I didn't start the business to make money because all those years passed where money didn't exist in my mind, I just wanted to do it". "The beauty of the Fulton Fish Market and why we're here today is because we sell it all, and 25% of this country's seafood, fresh and frozen, comes through this market every day". "We broke the shipping model. We trucked with our own trucks to the New York airports". "The thing I love about private chefs is how distinct they are and they know exactly what they want when they call".   "If you want fresh, we have fresh. If you want frozen, we'll freeze. We'll freeze tuna, from every continent in the world. You want caviar, we have every caviar you could think of, plus our own private label. It's a selection of the most amazing things that you're about to see".