NxtGen Network is a Creative Marketing & Advertising Agency that's passionate about telling stories and creating content.
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FOUNDER | CEO Marlon Gordon
27251 Wesley Chapel Blvd Suite 403 Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
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NxtGen Network is thrilled to share a synopsis of our business with you. With our creativity, ability to innovate, produce and execute, we are poised to propel your marketing goals into their next stage of evolution. We are in our fourth year of business and we are based out of Tampa, Florida with remote staff across two time zones. Our team are specialists from different fields aligned in the same passion. We love building relationships. We love inspiring others. We love food. We love telling stories. We partner with those in school districts, colleges, universities, non-profits, for-profits, hospitals, hotels, restaurants, beverage providers, and more. As we know, times are rapidly changing and marketing, events, and production services must evolve with the culture. At NxtGen Network, we live in the future so you can thrive in the present and never have to worry about falling behind.
Marlon Gordon Founder, CEO Marlon@NxtGenNetwork.com
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NxtGen Network is proudly entering its fifth year of business. The vision that began in the mind of our founder, Marlon Gordon, was built upon with our dedicated team. From the very beginning NxtGen Network has employed forward thinkers that stay ahead of the curve to bring futuristic marketing to vendors and providers. Embracing technology and confident in the multi faceted viability of video, NxtGen Network continues to increase its market share in the food industry and attract new clients. NxtGen Network has both monthly clients, multi-year contracts, and those who choose to employ us as a one-time production provider. We remain agile and work with clients across multiple levels of service in both national and regional markets. There is still a great amount of market share for NxtGen to acquire, being a marketing, advertising, and production house in the foodservice space. Our recent successful partnership with Informa has confirmed our exponential potential across the food and beverage industry. And although K12 will forever be our home and in our hearts, the recent success of working in the commercial sector made it clear that our presence is needed there as well.
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Our individual stories begin with many of us in operations, as K-12 industry professionals, or working roles within child nutrition programs. We came together as a company through a demand for our consulting services four years ago. In the beginning we provided professional development, keynote speakers, IT consulting, and marketing support to school districts, associations, and foodservice manufacturers nationwide. In 2020 the pandemic changed the trajectory of the F&B industry and brought with it new challenges. The first issue we tackled was the problem quarantine posed with its inability for industry members and operators to be face to face. Our solution was First Taste TV TM which reached over 850K viewers. We are constantly looking for ways to serve, problem solve, innovate, and disrupt. First Tate TVTM led to From the Show Floor which enabled manufacturers to connect with operators at the regional level as well as provide services and support for state associations. This was shortly followed by Served Digizine , our communication platform for distributing rich media and an interactive solution for providing our partners with the ability to better engage with their audience using higher quality, more innovative content, while increasing ROI. After hearing countless times that high performing operators weren’t receiving the professional development and networking opportunities they needed to grow, we created LINQ’D UP which evolved into Ignite . We’ve partnered with likes of Tyson, Land O’ Lakes, Simplot, LINQ, J.T.M., Vulcan, Eaton Marketing and others to provide excitable edutainment and networking experiences for food service operators regardless of their vertical or experience level. Fast forward a few projects and enter Next Up . Next Up is a new kind of talk show and podcast that focuses on thought leadership. It creates awareness of important matters to the industry and the ability of real time viewer interaction both virtually and in person. This is our answer to the need of providing leaders with a platform to reach the masses and be a positive influence for change.
In 2024 and beyond we plan to continue what was started through new innovation, more collaboration, and eyes fixed on the future. Where are we headed next? We promise it won’t disappoint.
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The core of the NxtGen team are individuals who have experience as leaders and decision makers working in and with the foodservice and media production industries. We’ve served on the industry side, working in leadership roles for major design and technology companies. led in operations, and we’ve had the opportunity to serve on multiple committees from state to national levels. These experiences have been a launching pad for the success we have enjoyed across foodservice as a whole. We started off as being the most innovative company in Child Nutrition and now we’re kicking down doors and ready to take the rest of the non commercial sector AND commercial sector by storm.
Success is transferable, just like our capabilities.
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By The Numbers
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Jennifer Martin, MBA, CAE Executive Director, NYSNA jennifer@nyschoolnutrition.org 518.446.9061
Amy McAdams Senior Marketing Manager JTM Amymcadams@jtmfoodgroup.com 513.367.4900 ext. 186
Conor Doyle Manager - Marketing AmTab Manufacturing Conor.Doyle@amtab.com 630.301.7600 ext. 32
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Past & Present Partners
AmTab Asian Food Solution Aurora Bake Crafters
Daring Darlington Snacks
Indiana School Nutrition Association
LunchAssist MenuLogic K12 Mountain Service Distributors MSD of Decatur Township Mushroom in Schools MyFUNDamentals Nardone Bros New York School Nutrition Association Ocean Spray Pasco County Schools Pepsico National Food Group
Perry Township Schools Peterson Farms Power Buying Group Primero Edge ProView Putnam County Schools Reitano Design Group Rich Chicks Richland Hills Farms Rich’s Sabrett Sarasota County Schools
Seattle Public Schools Smart Foods 4 Schools Super Bakery Thin n Trim
Institute of Child Nutrition (ICN)
Eaton Marketing Eggs in Schools ES Foods Fork Farms General Mills Gerharz Harris School Solutions Heartland Hershey’s Ice Cream Illinois School Nutrition Association
IPS Rebates Informa IVATI J.T.M. Juicy Juice Kellogg’s Kunzler LeadFast co LINQ LTI
Bar Fresh Botaniline Brakebush Bridgeford Bush’s
TITAN Tyson Upstate Farms
Urban School Food Alliance School Nutrition Association Wild Mike’s Wilson County Schools ZeeZees
Celeste Hotel Cherry Central Cocke County Schools Cocovibe Comida Vida
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NxtGen Network is a Creative Marketing & Advertising Production Agency built on relationships. We are passionate about telling stories and empowering others through innovation. We are the premier content creator and provider for the food, beverage, and nutrition industries.
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Separating ourselves from the pack is something that comes naturally to us. The core of our team has spent time working in large and small K-12 school districts excelling in leadership roles. Other members of our team have excelled in leadership roles working within companies that serve school districts. And some of us have done both. We are “Solution Architects” with the unique ability to see a challenge from all angles. We have the creative power, intelligence, and experience to turn almost any challenge into an opportunity using the innovative solutions that we create in-house.
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NxtGen Network brings three different areas of your growth goals together through marketing, advertising, and production services. Having expertise in these three areas, the NxtGen Network team is equipped to help you take your programs to the next level. Need help creating a growth plan? We can help with that too.
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Increased Engagement Thought Leadership
Customer Retention Brand Awareness Lead Generation
Growth Opportunity Identi fi cation Value Proposition Development Brand Purpose Articulation Competitive Research Content Strategy Positioning Targeting
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First Taste TV | Next Up | From the Show Floor Ignite | Served Digizine | Indulge NxtLevel Marketing & Design
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Our award-winning production & design teams create engaging content designed to be shared across multiple platforms.
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Script Development Copy-writing Storyboarding Illustration Motion Graphics Explainer Videos Live-action Production Post Production & VFX Podcasts Publications
Website Design & Development Information Architecture Content Management Systems Web Applications Micro Site Development SEO
Brand Development & Rebranding Logo & ID Systems Brand Style Guides Messaging Collateral, Print & Packaging Iconography
Facilitated Corporate Strategy Discovery & Research User Experience Brand Strategy & Architecture Positioning Content Strategy Marketing Campaigns Targeting Value Proposition Development Growth Opportunity Identification Competitive Research
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Solutions for Every Need
NxtGen Network is a company that is known for its unmatched level of quality and for getting the bar so high that it seems unattainable for others to reach. That being said, we provide award-winning solutions for our partners that fir almost any price and/or time requirement. NxtGen creates and provides high-quality, engaging, relatable content because we relate to your audience. We love food. Food is our passion. Food is our business. Awards & Nominations • 2024 Telly Award • 2024 Telly Thoughtleadership Silver Award winner • 2024 w3 Awards Gold in Podcast Features-Best Branded Podcast or Segment for Podcasts • 2024 w3 Awards Silver in Individual Episodes & Specials-Educational & Instructional for Podcasts • 2023 Neal Award Nominee: Nations Restaurant News Digital Publication: Best New Product • 2024 AVA Digital Awards • 2024 AVA Platinum Award
• 2022 ESSAE Association Excellence Award for a Publication/Magazine • 2021 ESSAE Association Excellence Award for Meetings & Expos • CPNA California Journalism Award • Telly Documentary Award • Telly Charitable Award
• Telly Social Impact Award • Addy Commercial Award Just to name a few...
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Next Up: A New Kind of Talk Show
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People consume content in different ways and Served has something for everybody whether they want to read, watch, or listen. Served is an interactive Digizine with the ability to track clicks and keep your audience engaged.
Created by foodservice industry pioneers, First Taste TV is an innovative new platform for showcasing cutting edge products, services, technologies, and equipment transforming foodservice today.
Here you’ll find the NextUp Talkshow podcast and also unique individual podcasts. We focus on having real, open conversations with the most innovative and inspiring individuals from across the globe that share a common desire to help others be the best version of themselves.
Today, more than ever, we are in need of thought leadership and that’s what Next Up is all about. Our talk show can be delivered as a live show with live viewer engagement or be released as a pre- recorded episode and/or podcast.
we are a creative marketing, advertising, and production agency that is able to provide intelligence, create awareness, build audiences, produce high-quality content, manage social media and so much more.
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In 2022 we developed an effective direct-to- client networking event that can be hosted in your own facility. In 2024 we are taking out Summits to new heights by hosting our own conference event in Orlando, FL.
Our team is dedicated to creating a unique networking environment for through edutainment, demonstrations, product sampling, and fun! The best relationships are made when breaking bread and celebrating together - and Ignite creates the space for just that.
Whether you want to share the “live” experience from the show floor or you want to replicate one to share through our Digizine platform, we can bring the show floor to your audience.
Indulge with us as we travel, taste, and experience the best of what the hospitality and food & beverage industries have to offer. This is marketing and brand awareness done differently!
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Ask Jen
Ask Jen is the only Artificial Intelligence created specifically for School Meal Proframs. She specializes in providing immediate answers to even the most complex questions and spends her time learning the USDA regulations for School Nutrition, providing relevant information on Professional Development, Recipes, Trends, Marketing, Branding and more. She helps Food Service Directors, managers, front line staff, Vendors, and Non-Profit employees successfully operate Programs while inspiring her users and helping them to be more efficient. If you’re a School Nutrition Professional, Non-Profit, or Vendor, Jen can provide you with insights that can be used to ride trend waves, provide needed resources, and more. And to sweeten the deal, any content created with NxtGen Network that lives on any of our platforms (Served Digizine, Next Up Podcast, etc) has a chance to be referenced by Jen depending on the prompt she receives.
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USDA Compliance A comprehensive library of resources and real time updates from the USDA, so you’ll stay up-to-date with the latest regulations.
Marketing Strategies Discover creative ways to promote child nutrition programs and increase engagement in your community.
Operational Excellence Gain insights into optimizing day-to-day operations, resource management, and efficient workflows.
Leadership Development Enhance your leadership skills with expert advice and practical tools tailored for nutrition program managers.
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Next Up is a talk show focused on thought leadership that is wrapped up and delivered to your audience in a engaging and innovative way whether live or on-demand. Next Up: A New Kind of Talk Show
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Here you’ll find the Next Up Talkshow podcast and also unique individual podcasts. We focus on having real, open conversations with the most innovative and inspiring individuals from across the globe that share a common desire to help others be the best version of themselves.
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Served Digizine TM is a one-of-a-kind platform designed for consumers to read, watch, and listen to. This isn’t a digital magazine, it’s a Digizine, and the best way to engage with your audience! Served Digizine
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Custom Digizines
SPECIAL EDITION 2021
30% Incentive Program
Just like with Served Digizine, we create custom digital publications to help you better engage with your audience. We create publications for non-profits, for profits, and associations, both within the United States and Internationally. We will support your initiatives and deliver content through copy, videos, podcasts, and images while providing analytics and assisting in distribution. We assist in the creative process to support our partner’s initiative as we deliver premium content in an attractive and easily consumable format. We can even take it a step further by curating the content required to make your publication a success.
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First Taste TV
Our flagship product, First Taste TV is an innovative platform for showcasing the cutting edge products, services, technologies and equipment transforming foodservice today. FTTV has also grown into a live production and used as a keynote replacements at conferences.
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K-12, Higher Ed, Non-Profits, Manufacturers, Hotels, Food & Beverage, and more... Regardless of the industry you serve, we’re focused on creating win-win-win relationships that last.
Social Media SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT CONTENT CREATION AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT CUSTOMIZED HASHTAGS MONTHLY ANALYTICS Launch PRODUCT LAUNCH PLANS GO-TO-MARKET SALES ENABLEMENT PROMOTION PLANNING EVENT PLANNING
Advertising PAID MEDIA PLANNING
Strategy BRANDING
NxtLevel Marketing & Design NxtGen Network is a full service marketing, advertising, and production agency that is able to create engaging content and place it where it matters to increase brand awareness, increase audiences, provide leads, and so much more.
SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION SEARCH ENGINE MARKETING CRM CONFIGURATION E-MAIL BLASTS
CONTENT CREATION CUSTOMER JOURNEY PLAN BOOK MARKETING TASK CALENDAR
Production FILMING PHOTOGRAPHY PUBLICATIONS LOGO DESIGN WEB DESIGN
Lead Generation NEXT UP LIVE
NEXT UP PODCAST FIRST TASTE TV TM SERVED DIGIZINE TM INDULGE DIGIZINE E-MAIL BLASTS
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In 2022 we developed an effective direct-to- client networking event that can be hosted in your own facility. In 2025 we are taking our Summits to new heights by hosting our own conference event in Orlando, FL. If you are looking for an innovative way to showcase your product to potential customers, a NxtGen Summit is just the vehicle you need.
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Ignite is a large, in-person event held annually NxtGen Network is dedicated to creating a unique networking environment
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Whether you want to share the “live” experience from the show floor or you want to replicate one to share through our Digizine platform, we bring the show floor to your audience. From the Show Floor
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Indulge With Us
Sponsored digital content, including podcasts, food photography, video series, and custom digital publications, offers significant benefits for businesses in both commercial and non-commercial foodservice. Podcasts foster personal connections with audiences, while food photography draws attention with visually appealing content that resonates on social media. Video series allow for in-depth storytelling, building brand loyalty and engagement. Custom digital publications add an extra layer of value by providing tailored, informative content that speaks directly to industry professionals and customers, positioning brands as thought leaders. Together, these mediums increase brand awareness, establish authority, and ultimately drive revenue growth by reaching diverse audiences across multiple platforms.
Creative marketing services designed to entice and create engagement for your current audience while captivating future customers in your niche market.
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NxtGen Network really is next level. Their passion for the school nutrition profession has created a unique platform to really assist districts with all of their needs. They strive for excellence and I’ve never worked with a more dynamic and hardworking team. On top of striving for excellence, they really provide everything. Including marketing eye candy. It’s really quite amazing.
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR • NEW YORK SCHOOL NUTRITION ASSOCIATION
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Our experience with First Taste TV was phenomenal. [NxtGen Network] are true innovators and a beacon of light amid darker times. Their innovative show couldn’t have come at a better time. The entire team’s professionalism, attention to detail and commitment to produce an exceptional product and experience was amazing for us as guests.
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CO PRESIDENT • INTERNATIONAL FOOD SOLUTIONS
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Ashley Gordon oversees the daily operations and strategic initiatives of the company, ensuring seamless alignment with its mission to revolutionize the K-12 industry through innovative marketing, branding, and content creation. With a focus on operational excellence, Ashley manages cross-functional teams, optimizes workflows, and drives efficiency to deliver exceptional results for clients. She plays a pivotal role in developing and executing long-term growth strategies, fostering a culture of collaboration, and maintaining high standards across all projects. As a visionary leader, Ashley works closely with the CEO and leadership team to expand NxtGen’s reach, enhance client satisfaction, and inspire positive change in school nutrition, wellness, and education sectors.
Marlon has an extensive background in the food service sector - working in both the operator and industry sides. From his IT origins, to his role in sales, and now as an entrepreneur, his personality brings levity and positivity to the team. He is passionate about creating partnerships with those in Child Nutrition, Hospitality, and Food & Beverage to build a network of like-minded disrupters and future builders. Marlon is always ready to propel us into new ideas, and always knows just the person to include. As an innovator and thought leader, Marlon has been the idea man behind many of our projects including: First Taste TV, Next Up, Ignite, Next UP podcast, and Indulge. Marlon is a visionary and a team builder that is fueled by a faith that helps him do things others think are impossible.
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Cassie Tucker is a marketing strategy expert specializing in helping clients refine their messaging and build meaningful connections that drive sales growth. With experience as a CMO for a major restaurant brand and at NYC agency Socialfly, where she worked with brands like NEST Fragrances and IL MAKIAGE, Cassie continuously brings creativity and expertise to her work. She also co-hosts Marketing Happy Hour and and hosts podcasts for Universal Studios and The Leadership Crucible Foundation, empowering young professionals in their careers. In her free time, she enjoys Orlando's theme parks with her husband and two dogs. And fun fact...Cassie was also a Disney Cast member!
As a strategic advisor, Nisha is responsible for creating and accelerating our client’s marketing strategy and brand recognition across the nation. She has significant experience across product marketing, branding, strategic planning, product management, and market research. She is focused on driving the missions of our retail, commercial, and hospitality clients while helping them grow and build stronger businesses. Through marketing programs and thought leadership she promotes your exceptional product innovations and purpose-driven initiatives.
With nearly 20 years of experience in client management, Sara is a passionate client advocate dedicated to delivering creative, one-of-a-kind solutions that are aligned with business objectives. Driven by the satisfaction of seeing clients exceed their own expectations, Sara thrives on building strong, lasting relationships that lead to measurable success. She has worked with some iconic brands including, Butterball, Campbell's, Toll House, Coffee mate to name a few. Originally from Minnesota and now based in Washington, D.C., Sara considers herself an ice cream connoisseur, and enjoys rooftop bars, summer nights, and is always looking for a reason to celebrate. A die-hard fan of the Baltimore Ravens, she knows how to balance hard work with a little fun along the way.
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Jamie Ouverson has over a decade of experience in high-end television production. She specializes in fully produced content for both web and TV. She has a wide range of skills with extensive experience in production management, producing, post-production editing, filming, directing, and writing. She has worked for FOX, DISNEY, and ESL Gaming Network as a cmaera operator for nationally syndicated shows. Jamie has won multiple film and television awards along with the California 1st place journalism award for multiple projects. She is a dog lover and athlete who enjoys softball, cycling and golf year-round and spends the winter months in the mountains snowboarding the Sierras and the Rockies. She now has a 2 year old daughter and has full circled and returned to her home town in the Tampa Bay Area.
Hogan recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Art and Business from Covenant College and now resides in Indianapolis, IN. She brings a fresh perspective to the table, along with her passion for colorful and custom design. She enjoys working with people and collaborating with her colleagues to develop unique and innovative solutions for their clients. She is committed to improving her skills and staying up-to-date with the latest design trends, and her enthusiasm for her work is contagious. Hogan is a valuable member of the NxtGen team and is poised for a bright future in the design industry. In her spare time, you can find her at coffee shops, painting, and spending time with her husband.
Kalista is currently working towards a degree in Mass Communications at a local university in Tampa, Florida. She brings a fresh perspective to NxtGen Network and is driven, motivated, and dedicated to her role. With each project she is on, from assistance in filming, editing videos, and managing podcast production, Kalista is building her industry knowledge. She has experience in leading teams to success by keeping everyone focused, going the extra mile to make sure they reach their goal, and maintaining an overall positive environment. Not only is she making a difference at NxtGen, she also pursues excellence as a Technical Live Director for the Chapel (a church in Tampa).
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Originally from Tampa, Florida, Chloe is a digital content creator now residing in the borough of West Chester, PA. She recieved her Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations & Advertising at the University of South Florida in 2020. She currently works for a medical company where she edits promotional videos and live surgical procedures, coordinates surgeon video shoots, and delivers their media assets through various social media channels. She is knowledgable in content creation, video editing, videography, photography, and social media management. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their baby girl, going to concerts, traveli, and being creative.
Madison Mang serves as the Media Coordinator and student ambassador for NxtGen Network, where she plays a pivotal role in advancing the organization's mission to change the perception of school meals. Currently a high school senior, Madison brings a unique and fresh perspective to the team, acting as the "boots on the ground" by providing firsthand insights into student experiences and preferences. In addition to her ambassadorial duties, she is also responsible for editing podcasts and creating engaging social content, helping to amplify NxtGen's message and reach a broader audience. Her dynamic presence and commitment to positive change make her an invaluable member of the NxtGen team, as she helps shape the future of school dining experiences.
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