We’re here to help you build a better business.
We take a big picture approach to growing your business, which means we want to look at all aspects of your business to evaluate where you are currently, where you want to go, and the clearest path to get there.
Our Process: After filling out our form telling us a bit about your business, we will evaluate how best we can support you. We will then request follow up information and and then schedule an initial 30-minute meeting at no charge.
During the meeting we will present an assessment of your business and concrete areas where we will advise you. We will leave some room for specific questions, and present a proposal for how we can best help you achieve your goals.
Genevieve Brazelton
Before creating The Bitter Housewife, Genevieve Brazelton developed a diverse background, beginning in the restaurant industry at 16 and advancing into the media sector after earning her Masters. She held roles as an Associate Editor at Wine & Spirits Magazine and later, as a PR and Marketing Strategist in the food and beverage industry.
Her extensive experience and instinctive understanding of flavors enable her to produce balanced, accessible bitters using all-natural ingredients. Genevieve excels as a branding and marketing specialist, focusing on simplicity and inclusivity to ensure both her products and messaging are approachable.
Today, Genevieve uses the expertise that fueled The Bitter Housewife's nationwide success to assist early-stage food companies. Her specializations in branding, messaging, and marketing strategy are instrumental in guiding these startups on their growth journeys.
Dan Brazelton
Dan is the Co-Founder of The Bitter Housewife, a Portland-based cocktail bitters company with distribution across the US and Canada. The brand has earned prestigious accolades and is retailed nationwide at top-tier stores.
Before launching The Bitter Housewife, Dan had an extensive career as a startup founder in media & technology, managing projects for companies like Disney, Fisher Price, NBC, and Intel. Currently, Dan channels his entrepreneurship energy into Improper Goods, Inc., a consultancy that provides affordable, hands-on guidance for early-stage food companies looking to sustainably scale. His holistic approach, covering operations, marketing, finance, and sales, ensures these startups have the foundation for success.
Dan holds certifications for Better Process Control and FSMA PCQI, and is an expert at ERP and CRM systems.