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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/
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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/
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SUMMARY:Naturally Network ConsciousCPG Summit\,
DESCRIPTION:ConsciousCPG Summit\, a flagship event hosted by Naturally Network and presented by NIQ and BeyondBrands\, is set to kick off on Monday\, June 17th\, through Tuesday\, June 18th\, 2024. \nThe ConsiousCPG Summit is a virtual event that promises to expand your knowledge of conscious values and uncover incredible practices and strategies happening in the industry today.The summit deep dives into Naturally Network’s conscious business transformation framework\, centered around the five “Ps”: passion\, purpose\, people\, planet\, and prosperity. Register here.
URL:https://sku.is/event/naturally-network-consciouscpg-summit/
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