Ask the Collective
The questions independent drinks founders ask most — answered. Distilled from years of community knowledge so the good stuff never disappears in the feed again.
How do you find part-time brand ambassadors or sampling representatives for specific geographic areas?
Members recommend leveraging your existing network first — direct outreach within the community often yields results, with contacts shared via DM when a relevant person is identified. **Geographic targeting**: When posting requests, specify your target area (e.g. London, Cambridge, West London, Buckinghamshire) to help members flag local contacts. Students are mentioned as ideal candidates for part-time sampling work due to flexibility. **Direct network approach**: Rather than external job boards, members use the Kindred Collective itself — post your requirement and let the community connect you with people they know personally or have worked with. This builds trust and gives you pre-vetted candidates. **Caveats**: The excerpts show responses were informal and relationship-based rather than pointing to a specific recruitment platform or agency.
Where can I find reliable freelance in-store tasters for product sampling?
Members recommend contacting educational institutions with hospitality or drinks programmes for access to freelance sampling staff. - **Plumpton College** — has students available for hire as in-store tasters on a freelance basis; contact Paul Harley for inquiries.