Westby Creamery Expands Global Reach With Tropical Foods LLC Partnership
Mar 12, 2025 (Westby, WI)
Did you know that Westby Creamery dairy products are sold as far away as Panama, the United Arab Emirates and Hong Kong? This global reach wouldn’t be possible without the outstanding efforts of its export partner, Tropical Foods LLC. Recently, Westby Creamery’s sales and marketing manager, Emily Bialkowski, had the opportunity to visit Tropical Foods in Miami, Fla.
Westby Creamery Is A Proud Partner Of Tropical Foods LLC
In early February, Emily traveled to Miami to meet with the team at Tropical Foods. During her visit, she conducted a product cutting to give the Tropical Foods sales team a firsthand experience of the rich flavors and quality of Westby Creamery dairy products. In return, Emily was given a behind-the-scenes tour of Tropical Foods’ impressive warehouse, where products from all over the world are consolidated for shipment. From there, products are carefully packed and shipped by boat or air freight to destinations across 45 countries, ensuring that customers worldwide can enjoy Westby’s fresh dairy products.
Tropical Foods LLC is a leader in the international food distribution industry, specializing in chilled dairy products. Their business is 100% export-focused, and they provide valuable services like product registration, foreign documentation and in-house labeling to ensure smooth and compliant delivery.
Business Travel Tips For Successful Meetings
While Emily’s visit to Miami was productive, it wasn’t without its challenges — and that’s true for most business trips. From delayed flights to unexpected schedule changes, navigating the demands of business travel requires preparation and adaptability.
With years of experience traveling to meet clients and build relationships, Emily has learned a few tricks to make business travel smoother and more enjoyable. Here are her top ten travel tips:
1. Check A Bag (Yes, Really)
It’s tempting to travel light, but checking a bag ensures you have essentials like over-the-counter meds, extra clothes and backup outfits for unexpected delays. It’s always better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it.
2. Do Your Research And Know Your Surroundings
Emily always looks up her hotel’s location, nearby restaurants and amenities in advance. Knowing the area’s layout ensures you’re prepared for meetings and can quickly find what you need. A little prep can go a long way in ensuring peace of mind.
3. Have Paper Copies Of Your Reservations
Technology can fail when you need it most. Carry printed copies of flight details, hotel reservations and meeting information as a backup.
4. Hydrate (Seriously!)
Staying hydrated is key to staying energized and focused, especially in warm climates like Miami. Staying hydrated with water and electrolytes is a simple yet powerful way to boost your immune system and keep you feeling your best during travel.
5. Stay Active
Business trips can be mentally and physically draining, so it’s important to make time for movement. Whether you hit the hotel gym or take a brisk walk around the block, a bit of exercise can clear your mind and relieve the tension from hours of sitting.
6. Avoid Unfamiliar Foods Before Meetings
While it’s fun to explore new cuisines, Emily recommends saving adventurous meals for post-meeting celebrations to avoid any unexpected stomach issues. The last thing you want is to be distracted by stomach issues when you’re trying to represent your company.
7. Capture The Moment
Even when traveling for work, don’t forget to take a moment to appreciate your surroundings. Take a few photos to look back on, even if you’re just a few hours away from home. You’ll be glad you did.
8. Pack A Book
A book will pass the time between and during flights without draining your cell phone battery, which you’re going to need when you use your GPS to get to your lodging.
9. Bring Extra Charging Cords
Bring your charging cords – for your laptop, tablet, phone, headphones and any other gadgets you use. Emily always keeps an extra phone charger in her suitcase just in case.
10. Be Ready To Adapt
Travel doesn’t always go according to plan. Weather, flight delays, or unexpected detours can happen. Pack an extra set of clothes, extra money, some snacks, all the things.
And finally, Emily encourages you to embrace the journey. “Embrace the opportunity to represent your company with joy and pride,” she said. “It is a privilege to speak about the hard-working team at Westby Creamery and the farms that make our operation possible.”
Emily’s trip to Tropical Foods reflects Westby Creamery’s ongoing commitment to building strong, lasting relationships with its customers. The strength of these partnerships and the dedication of the Creamery’s team remain key to its success.
Interested in partnering with Westby Creamery? Westby offers private label, food service and retail options to help businesses deliver high-quality dairy products to their customers. Contact us today to explore how we can work together.
