55. Discover how one individual is making a lasting change for our planet and inspiring others to unite for a common goal. Katherine, a lifelong advocate for environmental and social causes, recounts her journey from a food cooperative worker to the Executive Director of the Organic Trade Association, The Climate Collaborative - a project of OSC2 and the Sustainable Food Trade Association.

Todays Free Downloadable Guide: The Essential New Item Checklist - The Recipe For Success. New product innovation is the lifeblood of every brand. New products fuel sustainable growth, attract new shoppers and increase brand awareness. Learn the critical steps to get your product on more retailer's shelves and into the hands of more shoppers. Maximizing your trade marketing can pour rocket fuel on your launch.Get instant access on the show webpage: RetailSolved.com/session55

54. Uncover insider secrets to getting on shelf and discover what retailers truly want from your brand for success. Mathis Martines, a former natural products Kroger buyer, emphasizes the importance of brand vision, mission, and understanding retailer needs. He highlights the evolving retail landscape, the significance of brand-retailer relationships, and the impact of plant-based and organic products on the grocery industry's future.

Todays Free Downloadable Guide: The Essential New Item Checklist - The Recipe For Success. New product innovation is the lifeblood of every brand. New products fuel sustainable growth, attract new shoppers and increase brand awareness. Learn the critical steps to get your product on more retailer's shelves and into the hands of more shoppers. Maximizing your trade marketing can pour rocket fuel on your launch.Get instant access on the show webpage: RetailSolved.com/session54

53. Explore the power of perseverance and mission focus as key drivers in overcoming challenges and creating impactful brands. Megan Reamer and her husband founded Jackson's Honest to create ketogenic-friendly potato chips for their son, Jackson, who has a rare autoimmune disorder. They found that a diet higher in fats and proteins, and lower in carbs, improved his health.

Todays Free Downloadable Guide: Retail Math Cheat Sheet. Each of us needs to perform basic retail math calculations but it's not always possible to remember every formula, especially if you don't use them on a regular basis. Here's a quick cheat sheet with some of the most important formulas you need to know. Get instant access on the show webpage: RetailSolved.com/session53

52. Unlock the secrets of selling with a master brand storyteller. Learn how storytelling drives brand loyalty and connects with shoppers. Jon Sebastiani, leveraging his wine industry expertise, founded Krave Jerky, transforming the jerky market with a healthier, more flavorful product. After selling Krave to Hershey, he launched Sonoma Brands, an investment firm supporting emerging food and beverage brands, including Zupa Noma and Smash Mallow.

Todays Free Downloadable Guide: The Essential New Item Checklist - The Recipe For Success. New product innovation is the lifeblood of every brand. New products fuel sustainable growth, attract new shoppers and increase brand awareness. Learn the critical steps to get your product on more retailer's shelves and into the hands of more shoppers. Maximizing your trade marketing can pour rocket fuel on your launch.Get instant access on the show webpage: RetailSolved.com/session52

51. Discover how an unsung hero changed the way we celebrate food and united the community through authentic purpose. Ahmed Rahim, co-founder of Numi Organic Tea and OSC2, shares his journey from a young immigrant to founding a fair trade tea company inspired by his cultural heritage. Numi Tea supports farmers and the planet through fair trade practices and initiatives like Together For Hope, which provides clean water to farming communities.

Todays Free Downloadable Guide: The Essential New Item Checklist - The Recipe For Success. New product innovation is the lifeblood of every brand. New products fuel sustainable growth, attract new shoppers and increase brand awareness. Learn the critical steps to get your product on more retailer's shelves and into the hands of more shoppers. Maximizing your trade marketing can pour rocket fuel on your launch.Get instant access on the show webpage: RetailSolved.com/session51

50. Discover life lessons of humility, love, and inspiration from a remarkable entrepreneur's journey to success. Sheryl O'Loughlin shares her journey from Clif Bar to co-founding Plum Organics and REBBL. She emphasizes the importance a of bold vision, humility, and social justice in business, highlighting the impact of her experiences at Clif Bar and her commitment to regenerative business practices.

Todays Free Downloadable Guide: Retail Math Cheat Sheet. Each of us needs to perform basic retail math calculations but it's not always possible to remember every formula, especially if you don't use them on a regular basis. Here's a quick cheat sheet with some of the most important formulas you need to know. Get instant access on the show webpage: RetailSolved.com/session50

49. Explore what's driving health and wellness trends Discover how natural organic products are transforming consumer choices. Natural and organic brands are driving sustainable growth across all categories by appealing to health-conscious consumers who prioritize transparency and sustainable brands. This shift in consumer attitudes, particularly among boomers and millennials, is leading to a demand for organic, free-from, and nutrient-rich products.

Todays Free Downloadable Guide: The Essential New Item Checklist - The Recipe For Success. New product innovation is the lifeblood of every brand. New products fuel sustainable growth, attract new shoppers and increase brand awareness. Learn the critical steps to get your product on more retailer's shelves and into the hands of more shoppers. Maximizing your trade marketing can pour rocket fuel on your launch.Get instant access on the show webpage: RetailSolved.com/session49

48. Explore how one brand can make a difference & change the world through community support and entrepreneurial spirit. Chip and Megan, founders of The Soulfull Project, created a brand to address food insecurity. They emphasize the importance of direct consumer feedback, particularly through demos, for startups and highlight the value of in-person interactions for building brand loyalty.

Todays Free Downloadable Guide: The Essential New Item Checklist - The Recipe For Success. New product innovation is the lifeblood of every brand. New products fuel sustainable growth, attract new shoppers and increase brand awareness. Learn the critical steps to get your product on more retailer's shelves and into the hands of more shoppers. Maximizing your trade marketing can pour rocket fuel on your launch.Get instant access on the show webpage: RetailSolved.com/session48

47. Explore Regenerative Business - The Future Of Natural and discover how it transforms consumer perspectives and benefits the planet. Neil Blomquist, emphasizes the importance of regenerative business practices, organic farming, and alternative medicine. He highlights the transformative impact of these practices on businesses and society, promoting social responsibility and healthier ingredients.

Todays Free Downloadable Guide: Strategic Solutions To Grow Your Brand. Category Management empowers brands to maximize success through data-driven insights and fact-based selling. A comprehensive overview of the advanced tactics and strategies big brands rely on. This guide will level the playing field for your brand by providing actionable insights and strategies to grow sales and profits - what retailers REALLY want! Updated from my submission to the Natural Products Field Manual.Get instant access on the show webpage: RetailSolved.com/session47

46. Discover how community is the magic ingredient behind every natural brand's success, fostering growth and mentorship for entrepreneurs. Alex Hanifin, President of Naturally Boulder, a non-profit supporting emerging natural products brands through mentorship and community-building. Naturally Boulder fosters innovation and growth in the industry with resources to help brands launch, grow and scale.

Todays Free Downloadable Guide: Merchandising Checklist To Grow Sales And Shopper Loyalty. Real shopper loyalty is earned, not found on plastic cards or purchased through promotions. Your brand's real strength is its ability to convert casual customers into loyal brand ambassadors. Learn strategies and tactics to leverage this to grow sustainable sales and profits. Savvy retailers want and need your profitable shoppers. This can unlock incremental opportunities not available to other brands.Get instant access on the show webpage: RetailSolved.com/session46