S1E21 - From Engineer to Entrepreneur: How Melissa Foltman Built Fuelbar Health into a Thriving Business!

Business Talk with Meghan McNulty

In this episode of Business Talk with Meghan McNulty, Melissa Foltman, CEO and owner of Fuelbar Health, shares her inspiring journey from a successful engineering career to becoming a thriving entrepreneur in the health and wellness industry. For business owners looking for insight and inspiration, Melissa's story provides practical insights into resilience, innovation, and maintaining quality in business which includes partnering with the vendors who share your vision for sustained success. Meghan and Melissa discuss scaling challenges, including navigating complex regulations and the unexpected benefits of launching during the COVID-19 pandemic. They also explore the intricacies of building and mentoring a team, and how Melissa fosters a strong sense of community within her business. Looking to the future, Melissa outlines her expansion plans and potential franchising opportunities, all while remaining committed to providing genuinely healthy, comforting food.

Whether you're launching a new venture or scaling an existing one, Melissa’s experiences with Fuelbar Health provide actionable insights and inspiration to guide you through the challenges and opportunities ahead.

About Meghan’s Guest Melissa Foltman is the CEO of Fuelbar Health, a company she founded after transitioning from a successful engineering career. Originally from Chicago, Melissa earned her Mechanical Engineering degree from Marquette University before moving to California.

Despite her successful engineering career, Melissa discovered a passion for health and wellness that led her to start Fuelbar Health.

Leveraging her engineering background and entrepreneurial drive, Melissa has grown Fuelbar Health into a well-regarded business known in the community for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Learn more at www.fuelbarhealth.com