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Key Takeaways Schlesinger wanted to revamp one of her favorite snacks.
With a culinary education background, she tested recipes in her apartment kitchen.
Just six months into Strip Jerky’s launch, the brand is on track for multi-six-figure revenue.
This Q&A features Nicole Schlesinger, 25, an entrepreneur based in New York City. Schlesinger is the founder of the gourmet beef jerky line Strip Jerky, which began in her apartment kitchen and is projected to see more than $200,000 in annual revenue in 2026.
Image Credit: Strip Jerky. Nicole Schlesinger.
What was your day job or primary occupation when you started Strip Jerky?
I was attending culinary school full-time at the Institute of Culinary Education. Strip started as an idea while I was in school and quickly became something I spent every spare hour building outside of class.
Starting a business inspired by frustration: Strip Jerky
When did you start your business, and where did you find the inspiration for it?
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