At Pisanick Partners, our mission is simple but powerful: Wholesome Meals Fueling Healthy Lives. Behind every school menu item, there’s a process—one that blends creativity, compliance, and collaboration. In a recent conversation with our team’s newest partner, Alana Hansen, we explored exactly how a recipe goes from a spark of inspiration to a meal enjoyed by students.

At Pisanick Partners’ Nutritious Smart Snacks  podcast, we’re all about connecting passion with purpose - and this episode is a shining example. Host Maureen Pisanick sat down with two inspiring women - Terry Thomsen from The Pizza Bagel Lady Company  and Megan McDonald from DoughGo’s - to talk about how their locally made products are transforming school menus and inspiring healthier eating habits for students. From Retail to Purpose-Driven School Nutrition Terry’s journey

In the fast-paced world of school nutrition, menu planning requires more than just meeting regulations—it’s about creating meals students love, optimizing kitchen workflows, and staying within budget. At this year’s Innovation Academy , host Maureen Pisanick  sat down with long-time industry leaders Pam Reitz  and Phyllis Brannon  to talk about fresh product ideas, smart ingredient strategies, and ways to stretch resources without sacrificing quality. Fresh Ideas from the Sho