Toast & Oats Strategic Partnerships

Where Innovation Meets Collaboration

At Toast & Oats, we believe the best results come from powerful, purpose-driven partnerships. We don’t just hire vendors or assemble random teams — we curate a network of top-tier experts, innovators, and specialists who share our passion for pushing the boundaries of food, beverage, and wellness.

Together, we form a collaborative ecosystem that drives real results for the brands we serve.

What We Stand For

  • We partner with best-in-class professionals across every touchpoint of brand development, including:

  • Culinary R&D and product development.

  • Brand strategy, identity, and creative storytelling.

  • Supply chain and operations consulting.

  • Investment readiness, M&A advisory, and financial strategy.

  • Legal and regulatory expertise (IP, compliance, transactions).

  • Marketing, public relations, and launch campaigns
    Creative content, photography, and visual production.

Our partners don’t just fill roles — they elevate outcomes. They bring specialized expertise, entrepreneurial drive, and a collaborative spirit to every engagement, helping us deliver superior, scalable, and high-impact solutions to our clients.

Our Commitment

At Toast & Oats, we value trust, transparency, and excellence.
Every partner we bring into a project represents not just their own name, but ours — and we take that responsibility seriously. We commit to honoring your expertise, protecting your contributions, and creating a shared platform for mutual success.

    • Vetted Opportunities: We only bring in partners on projects where their expertise is uniquely aligned, ensuring meaningful, valuable collaboration.

    • Shared Success: Partners set their own professional rates and participate in surplus bonuses when projects close above base value.

    • Operational Clarity: Toast & Oats handles client communication, project management, and billing — partners focus on delivering their best work.

    • Premium Client Base: Our clients are serious growth-stage brands, typically generating $5M–$20M+ in annual revenue, with real investment and scaling potential.

    • Long-Term Collaboration: We cultivate relationships, not one-off jobs — with select partners, we explore recurring work, equity opportunities, and shared innovation.

  • We are currently expanding our preferred partner network in areas including:

    • Culinary innovators and food scientists

    • Corporate attorneys and IP specialists

    • Fractional CFOs and finance experts

    • Brand strategists and marketing leaders

    • Operations and supply chain consultants

    • Photographers, creative directors, and visual storytellers

    If you’re a seasoned professional or boutique firm with a proven track record, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for helping brands grow, we want to hear from you.

  • How to Join Our Network

    • Interested in becoming a Toast & Oats Strategic Partner?

    • Here’s how to apply:
      Submit your bio, specialty area, rate sheet, and portfolio or website link.

    • Complete our partner intake form and NDA to ensure alignment and confidentiality.

    • Participate in an introductory meeting with our leadership team to explore fit and upcoming project opportunities.

Partners & Guest Speakers

Join Our Expert Network

Toast & Oats collaborates with a curated network of top-tier professionals to bring cutting-edge expertise, real-world insight, and industry-leading strategies to every project and event. We are always seeking experienced partners and dynamic guest speakers to contribute to our workshops, product development sessions, and educational programming.

    • Culinary R&D Experts

    • Brand Strategists & Storytellers

    • Operations & Supply Chain Consultants

    • Corporate Attorneys (M&A, IP, Regulatory)

    • Food Scientists & Technologists

    • Marketing & PR Professionals

    • Packaging & Visual Content Creators

    • Fractional CFOs & Financial Strategists

    • Executive Chefs & Hospitality Leaders

    • Storyboard & Creative Directors.

    • Access curated client projects with strong growth potential.

    • Feature in workshops & panels to expand your brand presence.

    • Build thought leadership and connect with fellow innovators.

    • Participate in profit-sharing & equity bonus opportunities.

    • Gain visibility across Toast & Oats’ client network and community.

    • 5+ years of proven experience in your field.

    • A solid portfolio of client work or past speaking engagements.

    • Strong communication & teaching skills for workshop roles.

    • Ability to collaborate professionally with diverse client teams.