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SUMMARY:SKU Spring '26 Founder Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the SKU Crew for an info session to learn more about SKU’s Spring ’26 Track – the nation’s leading CPG accelerator for emerging brands.We’ll walk through what to expect from the program\, the application process\, and how SKU’s mentor network helps founders scale smarter and faster. \nYou’ll get an inside look at SKU — the top-notch curriculum\, hands-on mentorship\, and powerful community. The ideal brand has traction ($100K or more)\, innovative products in a hot category\, and a dedicated\, passionate founder. We work with brands in a wide range of categories\, including food & beverage\, wellness\, pet\, beauty\, personal care and apparel.
URL:https://sku.is/event/sku-spring-26-founder-info-session/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Info Session
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SUMMARY:SKU Spring '25 CPG Showcase Pitch Event
DESCRIPTION:SKU\, the nation’s leading CPG accelerator\, will celebrate the culmination of the Spring ’25 Track with an in-person event in Austin on Tue\, May 20th  from 4:30-9:00 PM at Robert B. Rowling Hall at the University of Texas McComb’s School of Business. RSVP here to attend the event – one of the industry’s premiere pitch events. \nThe SKU Showcase provides an opportunity for founders to present to an audience of CPG leaders from around the country\, integrating all they have learned during the immersive 12-week program. The  founders participate in weekly classes led by industry experts\, covering essential topics for CPG entrepreneurs\, including channel strategy\, branding\, packaging\, labeling and safety\, operations\, and fundraising. \nThe eight Spring ‘25 Track brands are: \nFairly Nuts: Founded by Julie Wolf\, FairlyNuts offers a carnival of delicious trail mixes made from  in-house roasted mixes of nuts\, all packaged sustainably.   \ngood dirt: Founded by c good dirt® is a delicious low-sugar sparkling beverage brand using mushrooms and fiber for optimal digestive support and overall well-being. \nKobi: Founded by Siôn Owen\, Kobi makes better body care products for kids and teens designed specifically for the more sensitive skin that young people have. Kobi currently offers kid-friendly deodorant\, face wash\, body wash\, and foot spray\, with more products in the works. \nNiramaya: Founded by Mehek Khera\, Niramaya is an Indian-American snack food brand that brings healthy\, grain free snacks with bold flavors that everyone can enjoy at any time of the day. They have a line of 3 versatile dips and 4 flavors of Naan Pretzels. \nPetPax Co: Founded by Anthony Gatti and Nathan Ruff-Williams\, PetPax is revolutionizing pet wellness with fast-acting\, science-backed supplements designed for convenience and effectiveness. \npi00a: Founded by Rylan\, Russ\, Melody and Tasyia Stein\, pi00a is a Deaf and CODA family owned business that specializes in handcrafted frozen Asian-inspired Neapolitan pizzas. Their mission is to create job opportunities for the Deaf community. \nRookie’s: Founded by Jordan and Holly Nickerson\, Rookie’s seeks to create “memorable dessert experiences” through its handcrafted ice cream and cookie sandwiches. \nSaint Rocco’s Treats: Founded by brothers Kaleb and Kolby Rush\, Saint Rocco’s makes human-grade dog treats\, meal toppers and food.
URL:https://sku.is/event/sku-spring-25-cpg-showcase-pitch-event/
LOCATION:Robert B. Rowling Hall at the University of Texas McComb’s School of Business\, 300 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pitch Event
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SUMMARY:SKU Dallas Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a gathering of mentors\, founders and Dallas CPG leaders at The Rustic from 4-6 p.m. May 1. It will be an opportunity to network with industry leaders\, share experiences\, and forge meaningful connections in a relaxed setting. Come unwind and raise a toast with us! We hope to see you there. \nA special thanks to SKU partner Foley & Lardner for sponsoring the happy hour. Foley & Lardner ‘s 80-plus Emerging Growth and Venture Capital attorneys understand the complex and diverse needs of venture funds\, portfolio companies\, and startups. They have guided hundreds of companies\, from startup to commercialization to liquidity events.
URL:https://sku.is/event/sku-dallas-happy-hour/
LOCATION:The Rustic\, 3656 Howell Street\, Dallas\, Texas\, 95204
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour
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SUMMARY:SKU Town Hall: Navigating Tariff Uncertainty\, Strategies for CPG Startups
DESCRIPTION:With tariffs top of mind for everyone in the CPG space\, navigating this uncertainty has become a critical challeng\, especially for startups who have fewer resources to deal with their potential impact. \nJoin us at 11 a.m. CT\, April 30th for a virtual panel of founders\, retailers and financial experts where we’ll explore how tariffs are impacting CPG startups and some coping strategies in these uncertain times. \nModerated by SKU’S CMO Michelle Breyer\, this conversation brings together a panel of experts who will share insights\, strategies\, and stories. From sourcing challenges to retailer negotiations\, we’ll unpack how to stay resilient and strategic in an environment that continues to evolve \nThe panelists include: \n\nKelly Spillane\, Investment Principal for Whole Foods Market who also leads investments in the retailer’s LEAP CPG accelerator companies.\nLex Evan®\, founder and CEO of LEXINGTON BAKES\nJulia Megson\, founder and CEO of Rescale and former director of operations at Trader Joe’s\nJulie Wolf\, founder of Spring ’25 brand Fairly Nuts.\nFaheem Siddiqi\, managing partner at FinanceWithin\n\nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nHow tariffs are affecting founders and their brands first hand.\nTactical advice on financial projections\, pricing and supply chain shifts.\nHow retailers are responding and what it may mean for your brand.
URL:https://sku.is/event/sku-town-hall-navigating-tariff-uncertainty-strategies-for-cpg-startups/
LOCATION:Virtual
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