This Week in CPG 03/11/24

Mar 11
This Week in CPG 03/11/24

🚀 New Product Launch 🍵 Bear Maple debuts its innovative Sparkling Ginseng Elixirs Blending hydroponically grown ginseng and maple water. Founded by Brian Bethke, Bear Maple is making waves in […]

Mar 10
5 Ways to Make the Most of Tradeshows

This guide breaks down how to set goals for Natural Products Expo West and Expo East, Fancy Food Shows, and any other industry trade events.

Mar 08
The New FDA Traceability Rules, What You Need to Know

The FDA’s new traceability rules under the FSMA are important to understand in regards to the impact on your CPG business.

Mar 06
159. How To Tell Your Brand Story

Telling your brand story comes naturally for some, but challenging for others. In this episode I invite you to learn how to build a compelling story for your brand so […]

Mar 05
Building a Financing Community

Last month (February 2024) I participated in a panel discussion led by Keith Kohler and including Julie Pryor and Michael Movitz to discuss how CPG Communities support founders on their […]

Mar 04
This Week in CPG 03/04/24

🛒 Retail Rollouts 🍫 Pocket’s Chocolates sets a record as the #1 food category roadshow in Costco’s history, led by founder Chris Young. This achievement underscores the brand’s popularity and […]

Mar 04
158. CPG Insurance, What Could Go Wrong?

Business insurance is one of those things that most founders think about once, and never thing about again. That is, until a major problem happens and they’re desperately trying to […]

Feb 26
This Week in CPG 02/26/24

🛒 Retail Rollouts 🍰 Wonder Monday’s Cheesecake Rollout Wonder Monday, under the guidance of Candice Wu, announces the rollout of its high-protein, low-sugar cheesecakes in all Fresh Thyme Markets. This significant […]

Feb 26
157. What CPG Brands can do in 2024 to Drive Success in Retail

Every CPG brand I’ve talked to over the past year has been laser focused on expanding into retail. While the initial order volumes can look promising, growth takes significant investment […]

Feb 22
Mastering Cash Flow, Profitability, and Growth: A 2024 Guide for CPG Brands

Navigating the CPG industry requires a good understanding of three fundamental aspects: cash flow, profitability, and growth. This guide shares essential strategies and insights from seasoned industry professionals to empower […]