Amazon Profitability for F&B Brands: Why Most Sellers Are Less Profitable Than They Think

May 22
Amazon Profitability for F&B Brands: Why Most Sellers Are Less Profitable Than They Think

Amazon sales can look strong on the surface, but many F&B brands are losing money without realizing it. This article breaks down where profit actually disappears on Amazon, from FBA fees and ad spend to pricing, inventory, and SKU-level margins, and what brands should review before scaling further.

May 21
5 Top Packaging Design Agencies for CPG Brands

Discover five top packaging design agencies that specialize in creating visually compelling and strategic packaging solutions to help CPG brands stand out on shelves and connect with consumers.

May 20
Profitability in 2026: What Investors Want to See From CPG Brands

Growth alone isn’t enough to impress lenders or investors anymore. This article breaks down what CPG brands need to show in 2026 from cleaner financials and cash discipline to SKU profitability, trade spend control, and a clear path to sustainable profit.

May 19
10 KPIs You Need to Know For Your Business

Most CPG founders don’t need more spreadsheets. They need clearer visibility into what is actually driving the business. This article breaks down the 10 KPIs every brand should track to make smarter decisions around sales, inventory, margins, customers, and growth.

May 18
266. He Fixed His Own Coffee Problem. Then Built a $300K+ Brand Without Retail or Funding

In this episode, I sit down with Danny Walsh, co-founder of Peak State Coffee, to talk about how he turned his own coffee and health problem into a $300K+ brand […]

May 18
This Week in CPG 05/18/2026

News from Drastic Drinks Inc., UPDATE, Sababa Foods, Devious, Twinings North America, Hint Water, Archer Roose Wines, Madhrasi, Recess, JOYRIDE Sweets, A-Sha Foods, OLIPOP, No Days Wasted, The Cumin Club, Nightingale Ice Cream and Oval Coffee Roasters.

May 15
Here’s When To Hire Virtual Assistants vs Use AI Agents

Most CPG founders don’t need to choose between hiring a Virtual Assistant and using AI. They need to know where each one fits. This article breaks down when to use AI for speed, drafting, and research and when a VA is better for follow-through, coordination, and execution. The real leverage comes from combining both so your team can move faster without losing human judgment.

May 14
Get Premium CPG Images Without Paying for a Full Photoshoot

Premium product visuals can help a CPG brand look more polished, trustworthy, and ready for growth, but full photoshoots are not always realistic for early-stage founders. This article explores how AI-supported creative can help brands create high-quality website, ad, social, and ecommerce imagery without the cost and complexity of a traditional shoot.

May 13
You Got the Walmart Order. Now How Do You Actually Fulfill It?

Getting a Walmart order is a huge win, but fulfilling it without draining your cash is the real test. This article breaks down the operational, timing, and cash flow challenges that come with large retail orders and how CPG brands can prepare to turn the opportunity into long-term growth.

May 13
Use This Quarterly Process to Control Your COGS and Improve Margins

COGS can quietly eat into your margins if you only review them when something feels wrong. This article breaks down a simple quarterly process CPG founders can use to spot cost changes early, protect profitability, and make smarter decisions before margins get squeezed.