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1:30 p.m. | Breakout Session | #FCsummit 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 It's always a challenge to contend with the Chipotles and Starbucks of the world, but it's not impossible for small and up-and-coming brands to grab a piece of their market share. In fact, three executives will reveal how they are accomplishing it as well as how they plan to stay competitive. Panelists: Chad Coulter | Founder & CEO | Biscuit Belly Sean Kennedy | President & CEO | COWBOY CHICKEN Jim Nagy | Production Manager | Wildflower Otto Othman | CEO & Co-Founder | PINCHO Moderator: Brian Callahan | Director of Product | Facteus

📣 We are happy to announce that Roman M. Gramse joined DISH as Director Product. 🌟 “Success always comes from the team. Thus, a great culture and on-point talent acquisition are key-drivers for success. We are very happy, that we as DISH are able to attract talents, such as Roman who joined our team this month.” says Dr. Andreas Gilch, Chief Legal & People Officer at DISH Digital Solutions. “We have three questions for you Roman.” ➡️ Give us a quick download on your business milestones / expertise. Roman: “As one of the founders of Gastronovi, one of the leading providers of digitalization solutions for the catering industry, I am very familiar with the sector and the challenges it faces, which are growing from year to year. But I haven't been with Gastronovi the whole time. Between 2010 and 2017, I focused on strategic consulting for companies, primarily in the consumer electronics and semiconductor industries.” ➡️ Why did you choose to join DISH? Roman: “DISH has already shown impressive growth in the past with its digitalization solutions for the hospitality industry. With the acquisition of Eijsink and the associated booq system, DISH now holds the key to establishing itself as one of the leading full-service providers for digitization in the hospitality industry.” ➡️ What is your ambition at DISH? Roman: “As a subsidiary of METRO AG, DISH has access to a unique network with many years of in-depth experience in the food service industry. Together with the ambitious goals of the sCore strategy and METRO's transformation into a multichannel provider, there are as many challenges as there are unique opportunities ahead of us. It will be an exciting challenge for me to break new ground with DISH and METRO hand in hand.” 🚀 #LetsDoDISH #DISHfamily

When Kate Voss did a SWOT on us, she noticed that the Bold Bean Co team knew our mission and vision inside out 🙌 But... they weren't quite sure of what that looked like in terms of tangible goals over a 1, 2 or 3 year period. What channels were we after, what retailers? What NPD, what revenue targets? The sort of thing presented in decks to investors nearly two years ago, brought up in Ed Whelpton and I's daily chatter, and while we'd communicated that our 2023 goal was "Win Sainsburys" (causing urgent meetings where we brainstormed creative ways to grab our buyers attention), we hadn't yet taken the time to communicate a bigger picture to our own team. But this year we wanted to change that. 🗓 On Friday, we presented 5 goals we wanted to work towards in the business accross commercial, team, brand etc. We asked the team to leave their job titles and responsibilities at the door, and come up with as many ways as they could of to make those goals happen 💥 By the end of the day, we had 100 ideas that were divided (through self selection) - We asked the team to take what they felt was something they could action. It seems like I'm out of a job - barely any post it notes were left for me to assign myself. Now THAT's when you know you've got an epic team! This is what 2024 planning looks like! ⭐

Calling all eCom store owners struggling to scale past the 6-figure MRR mark 🔔 Unlocking your next level of growth typically comes down to having key team members in the business. 🔑 Talent that is passionate about your company, product, values and beliefs is essential for alignment - and 99% of the time, a lack of this is why businesses hit a roadblock in growth. If you're currently stuck below that 6 figure MMR this one's for you 👀

Cultivating Innovation Through Collaboration: A Strategic Encounter with VEMCO's Marketing Mavericks at Starbucks In the spirited setting of our local Starbucks, where the aroma of coffee energizes the mind, our meeting with the marketing team from VEMCO was anything but ordinary. It was a confluence of ideas, a crafting of shared visions, and an embodiment of team spirit. Our strategic meeting transcended mere conversation; it was a symphony of ideas, a collaboration of diverse perspectives knitted into a unified strategy set to disrupt the status quo. Amidst the casual clinks of coffee cups, we connected the dots, each of us contributing our unique expertise to the larger picture, underlining that innovation is fueled by shared values and a collective ambition to excel. This powerful collaboration is a testament to what can be achieved when bright minds and passionate hearts come together. Stay tuned as we turn these crafted strategies into action, leading the charge towards a future where the extraordinary becomes the standard. #TeamBuilding #Innovation #Collaboration #MarketingStrategy #DisruptTheNorm #SharedValues #XtraFoodsMarketingTeam

🎈 **Kapoq Hits 3 Years** 🎈 Who starts a company on April Fool’s Day? Yep, that’d be us, Kapoq. Fast forward three years, and we're still here, mixing a bit of fun with our serious commitment to innovation. Today's not just about looking back at our journey; it's also about launching our latest offer, Walmart Connect by Kapoq! **Making Connections That Matter** We’ve always been about figuring out what our clients need and then finding new ways to meet those needs. That’s where Walmart Connect comes into play. It’s our latest move to help brands get noticed by more people. How? By tapping into Walmart’s massive customer base. 🤝 **Here’s the Scoop on Walmart Connect by Kapoq**: With Walmart Connect, we're all about creating meaningful connections between brands and consumers. It's exciting to think about the impact this can have, helping your brand get noticed by millions. 🙏 **Big Thanks & What’s Next** This journey’s been something else, thanks to our team, partners, and everyone who’s cheered us on. Launching something this big on April Fool’s? Well, we do love proving the doubters wrong. Interested in seeing how Kapoq can help your brand grow? Let’s chat about it! We’re here to make things happen, together. #Kapoq3Years #WalmartConnect #RealConnections #ThanksEveryone

In-N-Out has a good burger, above-average value, and below-average french fries; yet, it is a cult brand phenomenon. (Interesting, it is also credited for inventing the drive-thru). The chain took 25 years to open 13 locations. They then opened 20 more over the next 11 years -essentially averaging only one new store per year for the first 36 years of its existence. Today they have nearly 400 locations. The leaders at In-N-Out took their own sweet time building a solid foundation before rapidly expanding. They invested their time and money smartly to create a brand, build a culture, perfect their product offerings exactly how they wanted them, improve their service delivery standards, and prioritize operational excellence above growth to ensure a great customer and employee experience every time. Their patience, and priorities, now allow them to grow in one year faster than what previously took 25 years to accomplish. And it resulted in a raving fan base that does most of their advertising and marketing for them today. We’d all benefit from that same sort of discipline and determination, that focus on being the best more than worrying about being the biggest. Too much growth too soon ruins more companies than it helps.

*Cinnabon waving to all of the brands carrying their product.* The incomparable Cinnabon has quietly become one of the most popular and prolific brands in food through strategic partnerships + collaborations... seems like everybody wants a piece of that bon! ✨ + Subway + The Wendy's Company + Taco Bell + Applebee's Grill & Bar + Pizza Hut + Numerous retail / CPG collabs There's been a lot of talk about whether or not this kind of "cross-pollination" in the food industry can be mutually beneficial... But, in a world where driving new traffic (vs. retaining loyalists) is a primary objective for most, unexpected partnerships like these are a smart way to tap new markets/consumers. And as for benefits to Cinnabon? They hover around 700 units but their potential footprint - thanks to smart collabs like these - is closer to 44,000... Making them *officially* the most popular snack in town. 👑 Any predictions on where they'll go next? 👇

When I started nojō- B corp I pictured success as landing a single big win—whether it was getting our products into Selfridges Whole Foods Market or Marks and Spencer catching the eye of top bloggers, or launching a standout press campaign. Now that I have done all of that. I have realised that the reality of today’s saturated market is far more complex. Success isn’t about just one of those achievements—it’s about all of them together, and then some more. It’s about the relentless day-to-day grind, the front and back of the business, constantly learning, adapting, and growing. I’ve come to see that success is not a destination but a journey, with each part contributing to a larger, ongoing story—each achievement, no matter how small, adds depth and strength to the whole. Spotted Ocado Retail driver carrying bags that had some nojō- B corp bottles in the bags and couldn’t help myself to a celebration dance. 💃🏻🕺🏻because this is how success looked like today. What does success look like to you today ?