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Join hosts Kirk and Andy in this deliciously inspiring episode! We welcome the audacious and innovative Lex Evan, founder, CEO, and chief of Lexington Bakes (LXB), an eco-conscious luxury dessert brand redefining nostalgic treats. With 15 years of experience leading design and strategy for global beauty and wellness giants, Lex has seamlessly blended their passion for storytelling, sustainability, and creativity into every bite of LXB's award-winning offerings.

Dive deep into Lex's journey from design school overachiever to CPG visionary as they share the unexpected path that led them from corporate design at Johnson & Johnson to establishing a premium dessert brand. Learn about the trials, triumphs, and lessons of building a startup, how ADHD shaped their creative process, and why supporting women and gender minority leaders is at the core of their mission.

Whether you're a design enthusiast, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just a fan of brownies, this episode is packed with insights on navigating ambiguity, balancing brand strategy with bold risks, and embracing the joy of creation. Plus, discover how Lex turned a casual Instagram post into a thriving business with a little hustle and a lot of heart.

Connect with Lex here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexevan/


Buy some brownies here:
https://lexingtonbakes.com/

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About Kirk and Andy.

Kirk Visola is the Creative Director and Founder of MIND THE FONT™. He brings over 20 years of CPG experience to the packaging and branding design space, and understands how shelf aesthetics can make an impact for established and emerging brands. Check out their work http://www.mindthefont.com.

Andy Kurts is the Creative Director and Founder of Buttermilk Creative. He loves a good coffee in the morning and a good bourbon at night. When he’s not working on packaging design he’s running in the backyard with his family. Check out Buttermilk's work http://www.buttermilkcreative.com.

Music for Kirk & Kurtts intro & outro: Better by Super Fantastics

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