
How to Sell, Lead & Coach in 2025 from Julien LeBlanc

Episode 8
How to Sell, Lead & Coach in 2025 from Julien LeBlanc
Aired: June 27, 2025
Theme: Change
Guest: Julien LeBlanc, Speaker, Coach and Entrepreneur
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In Episode 8 of Crave – The IFDA Podcast, sales leadership coach and Blueprint founder Julien LeBlanc shares tactical advice for navigating sales and leadership in today’s rapidly changing foodservice landscape.
Julien speaks directly to DSRs, DSMs, and marketing teams looking to elevate their performance, through technology, storytelling, and stronger human connections. This episode is packed with real-world examples, including how Lego and Domino’s redefined their businesses, and what foodservice pros can learn from hospitality greats like Eleven Madison Park.
More About Our Guest & Host

Julien LeBlanc
Speaker, Coach and Entrepreneur
Julien is a leadership speaker, podcast host, and entrepreneur passionate about helping people and businesses grow—with purpose. Whether he’s delivering a keynote, launching a new business or recording an episode of Crave – The IFDA Prodcast: Fresh Leadership Insights in Food Service, his focus is simple: chase excellence, lead with heart, and leave people better than he found them.
After 25 years of leading teams and navigating the fast-paced world of foodservice distribution, he has learned that real leadership isn’t just about results—it’s about impact. It’s about saying “thank you” more often, challenging the status quo, and creating environments where people thrive.

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