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Name: Erin DeMarines (eFit Foods)

Posted By Bill DeYoung

As a sponsored triathlete, Erin DeMarines knew she needed more than just flavor when fueling for her competitions. This quest for the perfect bar began in her kitchen and is now a line of products sold in 60+ locations across the Southeast United States. Inspired by her grandma’s homemade cookies, DeMarines was determined to match the delicious flavor of her childhood in a nutritionally-balanced and vegan energy bar. She holds certifications as a Personal Trainer, Nutritional Consultant and Sports Nutritional Consultant

Years in Tampa Bay

20+

Hustle (job)

CEO, eFit Foods

What do you do?  

Everything! Deliveries, product development, sales, shipping, social media, and marketing.

Why do you do it?

I want to change this world to a plant-based world. I have a 10 year old daughter, and I want her to see that a female founder can do anything, and also, I want her to have a healthy planet for her kids.

What was your Catalyst? (How did you get started?)

It started as my favorite cookie recipe from my grandmother, and when one of my personal training clients asked me to make it healthy, I experimented, and it worked. I made it for a decade in my kitchen before I got into a store. Now I am in 60 stores in St. Pete, Tampa, and Clearwater.

What’s a common misconception or unknown aspect of what you do?

That it is easy! The competition is TOUGH, but I am tougher!

What’s the most challenging part of your Hustle?

Finances.

What’s the most valuable piece of business advice/insight that’s helped you?

Keep the doubt out. To truly believe in yourself and what you are doing. How can we lift others up to be healthier, happier, and enjoy life …

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