For Waka Coffee, what began as a caffeine fix in a cramped New York City kitchen has grown into a mission-driven brand reimagining what instant coffee can nd should be. In 2018, while balancing a full-time undergraduate program and a full-time job in New York, founder David Kovalevski struggled with cramped kitchen space and expensive…
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The Fall ’24 Showcase on Nov. 19 was an overwhelming success. The founders of the seven brands shared their compelling founder stories and their growth strategies in front of a standing-room only crowd at Rowling Hall at the Texas McCombs School of Business. CPG leaders and investors from around the country flew to Austin for the…
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Ryan Flynn, CEO, ExpertCPG For emerging brands, building a multi-channel strategy alongside Amazon can further bolster success. It offers vast reach, powerful tools and a user-friendly experience. But launching on Amazon is both a strategic opportunity and a formidable challenge for brands. While the Amazon marketplace offers immense reach, it’s also highly competitive and complex.…
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For emerging brands in the competitive CPG landscape, understanding and leveraging trade promotions can be the key to unlocking rapid growth and market success. As brands navigate the challenging waters of retail partnerships, shelf space battle and consumer attention, mastering the art of trade promotions can be a necessity. Stuart Kennedy, co-founder of SKU partner…
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