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Forbes
08-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Papa Tony's Hot Sauce: But Not Too Spicy
Tony Wilson shown with his array of hot sauces, which aren't so spicy. While showing at the Fancy Food Show at New York City's Javits Center in late June 2025, Tony Wilson who launched Papa Tony's Hot Sauce in Seattle, Wash. explains that one of his goals in developing his product was not making it too spicy. He acknowledges that many of his hot sauces rely on the world's hottest peppers such as Habaneros, Scotch Bonnets (one of the key ingredients in jerk chicken), and Trinidad Moruga Scorpions. Tame the Heat But the goal of his hot sauces was to 'tame the heat. Our sauces strike that rare balance between heat and flavor,' he explains. For many American's taste buds, too hot is too much. Rising Annual Revenue And Wilson's products are striking a chord with customers. When it launched in 2022, it produced $200,000 in revenue, rising to $360,000 in 2023, $468,000 in 2024, and projected to reach $570,000 by the end of 2025. Some of its main products include: Jalapeno Dream, a creamy salsa Verde, Garlic Habanero, blended with garlic, Caribbean Crush, consisting of many island flavors, including cinnamon, allspice and Scotch Bonnet. Many of these sauces have a Caribbean connection, but Wilson emphasizes that many 'are not solely Caribbean' and appeal to a wide variety of customers. For example, Jalapeno Dream is South American-inspired and Garlic Habanero is garlic-inspired. People put these hot sauces on a variety of items including eggs and omelets for breakfast, also added to rice dishes, chicken, seafood and steak, and marinate their lamb chops in it, and add Scorpion's Kiss, which is strawberry-based to their lemonade. Started by Happenstance The origin of starting the company occurred when Wilson prepared a garlic habanero hot sauce for himself and a mango habanero sauce for his wife. He posted its photos on Facebook, and friends and followers started asking about how they could purchase those bottles. He sold 300 bottles in two months, and a business was born. They bootstrapped it on their own, with their own cash, and have no partners or investors. Wilson also emphasizes that he uses healthier ingredients in his hot sauces including no artificial preservatives or thickeners, and 30% are sourced from local Washington state farms. Multiple Revenue Streams It also sells its hot sauces in various ways including via its own website, Amazon, and over 100 retailers, mostly in the Pacific Northwest including PCC Markets, Town & Country Markets and Market of Choice, and offered at multiple Hyatt Regency restaurants in Washington. In addition, it's sold at farmers markets, trade shows and national events, and he runs in-store demos in grocery stores that drives sale. To reach a more national audience would take 'making the right connections and building the right relationships. We're working on that,' explains Wilson, who is 39-years-old. He's also like to add more hotels to his roster. Wilson also has taken control of producing the hot sauces rather than using a co-packager. He acquired a bottling machine and stockpots and rents out a facility to manufacture it on its own. That's called enterprising. Wilson runs it with his wife Guenevere, who retired from healthcare to partner with him. He also has 6 part-time employees who handle production, distribution and marketing. Tony runs the operations while Guenevere focuses on marketing, packaging and design. It's marketed primarily via social media and a campaign Wilson calls 'Spicy Influencers' and via Amazon ads. Asked how his product can compete with industry leaders, Frank's Hot Sauce, owned by McCormick, a public company, or Sriracha, he replies that his hot sauce's flavor profile is multi-faceted. It can be used to marinate a dish, be added to a drink, augmenting a dish, more so than the leading brands, which are spicier. Wilson said the keys to its future success are: 1) Having a detailed plan, 2) Executing that plan, 3) Loving the competition and being in the game against the bigger hot sauces companies.
RNZ News
04-07-2025
- General
- RNZ News
Country Life: Rural recycling on the rise, says Agrecovery
Agrecovery chief executive Tony Wilson. Photo: Mark Coote / Supplied Plastic-free July is a time when many try to cut down on their plastic use, but for those on farm it can be a near impossible task, says Agrecovery chief executive Tony Wilson. For 20 years, the Agrecovery stewardship programme has helped farmers and growers to recycle empty agrichemical containers, drums and other plastics. "The plastic's going to be there, it's going to be there for a number of years so what we're really working on is finding solutions for that plastic and the best possible outcome," he told Country Life. New regulations proposed by the government could help them in these efforts. Follow Country Life on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , iHeart or wherever you get your podcasts. The government's new proposed 'Green Farms' scheme will regulate agrichemical containers, wraps and other farm plastics. It would also means manufacturers and importers putting out plastic will pay a levy to Agrecovery, a not-for-profit charitable trust, to develop solutions. Before it was set up, most farmers would burn or bury unwanted plastic waste. In some parts of the country they still can, which Wilson would also like to see stopped. He sees the plastic as a "resource" which can be recycled and reused. The aim would be for a "bottle-to-bottle" scheme where agrichemical bottles get recycled and turned back into agrichemical bottles. Over the years, they've encountered 15 different plastics on farm including silage wrap, one-tonne fertiliser bags, smaller feed, fertiliser and seed bags, and agrichemical containers. There are also fishnets, tunnel house covers, tulip nets, and irrigation pipes and attachments. "There's a whole raft of stuff out there that we need to get back off farm and get recycled," Wilson said. An example of the plastics recycled by Agrecovery. Photo: Gianina Schwanecke / Country Life Most of the plastics are single polymer plastics which are easier to recycle, though they need to be as clean as possible. There's less demand for recycled soft plastics which have been contaminated. Collected plastic is made into reusable products such as underground cable covers and building materials. Wilson said farmers needed evidence that what they send off is in fact recycled, and accreditation also means the scheme is recognised by overseas consumers. He said they'd had "exceptional growth" over the past four to five years. Last year, Agrecovery processed 720 tonnes of HDPE (High Density Poly Ethylene) plastic, which accounts for about 70 percent of agrichemical containers being recycled. It also received 1600 tonnes of silage wrap. If the regulations come into effect, Wilson expects this would jump to over 10,000 tonnes. He believes there's up to 1000 tonnes of HDPE, 1200 tonnes of small bags, 12,000 tonne of silage, and 5000 tonnes of fertiliser bags out there. "We know the farmer and grower are wanting solutions," he said. "We get dozens of phone calls a week from farmers saying I need a solution for this or I need a solution for that." Agrecovery was also looking at ways to respond to new technology such as wearable cow collars and how to process these at their end of life. Wilson said New Zealand had a long way to go compared to Europe where recycling rates were closer to 90 percent. "Europe are 12 years ahead of us in the conversation, 10 years ahead of us in the capital investment." Feeding containers being put in the Agrecovery mobile processing truck. Photo: AGRECOVERY The new regulations would open up new opportunities for Agrecovery to help with this. Wilson said it would "multiply massively in its service offerings". Consultation about the proposed new regulations closed last month, with 144 submissions received by the Ministry for the Environment. Environment Minister Penny Simmonds said the changes would bring together the services of existing schemes Agrecovery and Plasback, simplifying recycling and disposal for farmers and growers, and expanding access into a nationwide service. "This scheme would be funded through an advance disposal fee and offer free, nationwide take-back services. And it won't just benefit farmers - sectors like forestry, tourism, hospitality, and manufacturing could also participate. "Our waste work programme is well underway and we are progressing product stewardship schemes in a measured way to ensure they are well-considered and that cost-of-living impacts are limited." The Ministry was now working with industry and stakeholders on next steps, with further updates expected once Cabinet makes its decision.
Associated Press
03-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Bidding Set to Close on 4BR/2BA Home on 3.8± Acres in Spotsylvania County VA Announces Nicholls Auction Marketing Group
'Nicholls Auction Marketing Group announces the closing of online only bidding on a 4 BR/2 BA home on 3.8± acres with an excellent location near I-95, hospital, VRE, and commerce.'— John Nicholls FREDERICKSBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 / / -- Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., ( ) announces the closing of online only bidding on a 4 BR/2 BA home on 3.8 +/- acres with an excellent location near I-95, hospital, VRE, commerce and development potential acreage on Monday, July 14 according to John Nicholls, president of the company. 'An estate has contracted us to market and sell this home that will make a primary residence or investment,' said Nicholls. 'Bid now and make it yours.' 'This property is conveniently located only .8 mile from Mills Dr. (Rt. 17), 1.7 miles from Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, 1.9 miles from Rt. 1, 2.5 miles from I-95, 3 miles from VRE, and a short drive to Richmond, Northern Virginia and The Northern Neck,' said Tony Wilson, auction marketing coordinator. The online auction's date, address and highlights follow below noted Wilson. Date: The online only bidding begins to close on Monday, July 14, 2025 @ 12pm NOON (Eastern). Location of the property: 4025 Lee Hill School Dr., Fredericksburg, VA 22408 4 BR/2 BA home on 3.8 +/- acres in Spotsylvania County, VA • The home measures 1,733 +/- gross sf., and features a kitchen (no appliances), family room, living room, dining room, attic • Hardwood flooring & various others types of flooring; no carpet • Covered front porch • Heating: baseboard heaters & propane wall heater; Cooling: none • Bored well & gravity fed septic system; electric water heater • Gravel driveway • Electric: Rappahannock Electric Coop; Internet: Verizon For more highlights and details, visit The online only real estate auction is open to the public. Brokers are reminded that pre-registration is required for compensation. For more information, call Tony Wilson (540) 748-1359 visit Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., with over 57 years of auction superiority and over 200 years of combined experience, has been synonymous with excellence and successfully marketing and selling thousands of properties. # # # About Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc. Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., is a professional accelerated marketing firm specializing in the promotion and sale of real estate via the auction method of marketing. Headquartered in Fredericksburg, VA, NAMG has been serving the needs of the Mid-Atlantic region since 1968. The Nicholls team comprises world and state champion auctioneers, an award winning marketing staff, and sales percentages unmatched in the industry. For more information about Nicholls Auction Marketing Group, Inc., visit or call 540-898-0971. Tony Wilson Nicholls Auction Marketing Group +1 540-748-1359 [email protected] Visit us on social media: Facebook X Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
ITV News
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- ITV News
Tony Wilson Archive teams up with Manchester gallery for first ever exhibition
The first ever public exhibition of the archive of broadcaster and music producer Tony Wilson has opened in Manchester. The former Granada Reports presenter and co-founder of Factory Records died in 2007 after achieving fame for championing North West music and culture. Joy Division, Happy Mondays, New Order and the Haçienda Nightclub are just some of the Manchester icons Tony aka 'Mr Manchester' played a part in creating. The immersive exhibition curated by Smolensky Gallery features an intimate collection of personal letters, photography, memorabilia and artwork, exploring Wilson's impact on music, design and culture in Manchester. The items have been preserved and catalogued over the past 20-years by the Wilson family, led by Tony's son Oli. Oli said: "This is the first time we're doing something in the real world as the Tony Wilson Archive so it's great to finally get here and be doing an exhibition with Smollensky Gallery, which I think is a great space and I couldn't think of a better place in Manchester for our home over the next 12 months. "It's been a huge joy for me to share the archive with the world. It's really inspiring. All of the items tell a really unique story. "A lot of these items haven't been seen since the actual time they were made.. so it feels like an honour to bring them out into the world again." Director of Smolensky Gallery and exhibition curator Joe Wilson said: 'Tony Wilson's impact on this great city is everywhere to see and hear, as the music he helped to shape enjoys its renaissance. It's only right that the cultural works of Mr Manchester are available for everyone to see and enjoy.' From the North answers the questions that matter to our region.
New York Times
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Rick Derringer, 77, Who Sang ‘Hang On Sloopy' and ‘Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,' Dies
Rick Derringer, the ubiquitous rocker who sang the hit songs 'Hang On Sloopy' and 'Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo' in a music career that spanned several decades and also included collaborations with Hulk Hogan and Weird Al Yankovic, died on Monday in Ormond Beach, Fla. He was 77. His longtime caretaker and friend, Tony Wilson, announced his death in statement on Tuesday. No cause was given. From his early garage rock success to his many contributions to albums or tours by music royalty — Barbra Streisand, Cyndi Lauper and Peter Frampton all enlisted him — Mr. Derringer introduced himself to audiences across several generations. One of his better-known and enduring collaborations was with the Edgar Winter Group, for which he produced the instrumental chart-topper 'Frankenstein,' which the band released in 1972. Early on, Mr. Derringer was the shaggy-haired guitar impresario who was the frontman for the band the McCoys, who rose to the top of the Billboard singles chart in October 1965 with their catchy rendition of 'Hang On Sloopy.' The song, about a girl known as Sloopy from a rough part of town, has become synonymous with Ohio State University, where the marching band first played it during a Buckeyes' football game in 1965. In 1985, the Ohio Legislature adopted it as the official state rock song. Mr. Derringer, who was 17 years old when the song reached No. 1 on the Billboard singles chart, was born in Celina, Ohio. The McCoys, formed in Dayton, Ohio, were not the first band to record the song. It evolved from an earlier version, called 'My Girl Sloopy,' which was originally recorded in 1964 by the Vibrations, a rhythm and blues group. In 1965, a fierce competition unfolded to see which band could adapt a rock 'n' roll version, which led to several of them, the McCoys' rendition being the most successful. In 1973, Mr. Derringer made his solo debut. A few years earlier he had written just the song to usher in the next act of his career: 'Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo.' With its titillating chorus and aggressive guitar riffs, the song melded sex and rock 'n' roll, cementing its place in pop culture. It was part of the soundtrack of 'Dazed and Confused,' the 1993 cult movie about high school stoners, and was in Season 4 of the Netflix series 'Stranger Things' in 2022. His solo version of the song achieved more success than one that was initially recorded in 1970 by the singer Johnny Winter and his band, which included Mr. Derringer. In the 1980s, Mr. Derringer continued to put himself in the spotlight with a series of collaborations, mixing the mainstream with the unconventional. He produced several albums for the parody musician Weird Al Yankovic, including one featuring one of the singer's best known spoofs, 'Eat It,' which poked fun at the Michael Jackson hit 'Beat It' and earned a Grammy. Mr. Derringer also teamed up with the wrestler Hulk Hogan, composing the music and lyrics of his 'Real American' theme song. In the early 2010s, he appeared on tour with the former Beatle Ringo Starr and his band, according to Mr. Derringer's website. Mr. Derringer was born on Aug. 5, 1947, as Richard Zehringer before changing his name. Survivor information was not immediately available on Tuesday. In recent decades, Mr. Derringer moonlighted as a real estate agent in Florida, where he lived, The Sarasota Herald-Tribune reported. He also drew attention for his support of President Trump, which he amplified during a 2017 appearance with Roger J. Stone Jr., the longtime associate of Mr. Trump's, on an Infowars podcast. The site, frequented by far-right supporters of the president, has been used to spread conspiracy theories. On the show, Mr. Derringer said that several politicians had used his 'Real American' song over the years, including Mr. Trump and former President Barack Obama, who he said had played it in jest at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in 2011. At the event, the song was played when Mr. Obama showed a copy of his birth certificate stating that he was born in the United States, refuting conspiracy theories promoted by his successor that he was not. When one of Mr. Derringer's associates asked whether he might send a bill to Mr. Obama for using the song, he said that he should.
