About Us

From Recipe to Retail: The Global Manufacturing Authority

Food & Beverage Manufacturing was founded by Marion Brown and her husband Thomas Brown, two food industry professionals whose combined experience spans more than 63 years across the food and beverage sector.

Born and raised in Montana, Marion and Thomas have dedicated their careers to helping brands transform ideas into commercially successful products. From developing innovative food concepts and beverage formulations to scaling production for global markets, they have worked at virtually every stage of the manufacturing journey.

Their expertise has helped businesses move from a simple recipe on paper to products stocked on shop shelves across multiple countries.


A Lifetime in Food and Beverage Innovation

Throughout their careers, Marion and Thomas have partnered with food producers, beverage manufacturers, start-ups, established household brands and international organisations seeking to develop products that meet the demands of modern consumers.

Their work has encompassed:

  • Product development
  • Recipe formulation
  • Beverage creation
  • Ingredient sourcing
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Production scaling
  • Quality assurance
  • Food safety compliance
  • Product launches
  • Retail readiness

Over the decades, they have witnessed tremendous change within the industry, from traditional manufacturing methods to today’s highly automated, technology-driven production facilities.

This depth of experience provides a unique understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing manufacturers throughout the global food and beverage supply chain.


Supporting Brands Worldwide

While their roots remain firmly planted in Montana, Marion and Thomas have worked with brands across the globe.

Their experience spans a diverse range of sectors, including:

  • Food manufacturing
  • Beverage production
  • Bakery products
  • Dairy processing
  • Confectionery
  • Soft drinks
  • Functional beverages
  • Packaged foods
  • Private label products
  • Consumer goods

From emerging brands launching their first product to established manufacturers expanding their production capabilities, Food & Beverage Manufacturing serves as a trusted source of information, insight and industry expertise.


Our Mission

We created Food & Beverage Manufacturing to provide a comprehensive resource for professionals working throughout the food and drink industry.

Our mission is simple:

To help manufacturers understand the processes, technologies and innovations that transform ideas into successful products.

We believe that knowledge sharing, industry collaboration and technological innovation are essential for the future of food and beverage production.


What We Cover

Our platform provides coverage across the entire manufacturing process, including:

Product Development

  • Recipe creation
  • Ingredient innovation
  • Market research
  • Consumer trends

Food Processing

  • Manufacturing systems
  • Production technologies
  • Processing equipment
  • Factory operations

Beverage Production

  • Formulation
  • Processing
  • Bottling solutions
  • Production efficiency

Packaging & Distribution

  • Sustainable packaging
  • Packaging technologies
  • Logistics
  • Supply chain management

Manufacturing Technology

  • Automation
  • Robotics
  • Artificial intelligence
  • Smart factory solutions

Food Safety & Compliance

  • Production standards
  • Quality assurance
  • Regulatory requirements
  • Traceability systems

The Science of Scale

Developing a successful recipe is only the beginning.

The true challenge lies in transforming a concept into a commercially viable product that can be manufactured consistently, safely and profitably at scale.

That journey requires expertise in formulation, processing, packaging, quality control and distribution.

At Food & Beverage Manufacturing, we explore every aspect of that transformation.

Formulating efficiency. Delivering taste.

The science of scale for food and drink.

Where processing meets perfection.

Smart scaling for global flavour.


Looking Ahead

The global food and beverage sector continues to evolve at an extraordinary pace. Consumer expectations are changing, sustainability is becoming increasingly important, and technology is reshaping the way products are developed and manufactured.

Food & Beverage Manufacturing remains committed to providing valuable insights into the trends, innovations and technologies that will define the future of the industry.

Whether you’re developing a new product, upgrading a production line, exploring automation or seeking industry knowledge, we’re here to help you navigate the journey from recipe to retail.


Contact Us

Food & Beverage Manufacturing

1256 Front St
Missoula, MT 59802
United States

Email: Recipes@foodandbeverage-manufacturing.com

For editorial enquiries, industry partnerships, product development discussions or general correspondence, we’d be delighted to hear from you.