Fast-Track Your CPG Growth

Avoid the pitfalls, save money, and accelerate growth with coaching from seasoned experts and the support of vetted early-stage CPG founders just like you.

Now Accepting Applications for April & Beyond!

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Is your CPG brand’s growth too slow?

Transform your CPG business into a multimillion-dollar powerhouse with expert coaches who have been there/done that, curated partner resources, and a highly vetted peer-network of founders just like you.

You’re not alone. We light the way, making the journey not just successful but helping you have a little fun while you’re at it.

We are your Extended C-Suite

Expert Coaching

From founders a few years ahead of you to help you make the right decisions and avoid the wrong ones.

Seasoned Network

Of groups, we’ve had success with ourselves, ranging from growth agencies to production partners and everything in between.

Curated Community

Of founders just like you to workshop ideas and celebrate your victories.

Endless Opportunities

Over time, we’ll start to help you connect the dots even faster, accelerating your road to victory.

+30 yrs

CPG experience

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+10M

CPG Customers

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+500

Employees hired

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+$100M

Funding raised

How It’s Done

Selective Cohorts

We curate highly selective groups of 10-20 people per cohort to ensure your class is full of people like you. Our goal is to facilitate relationships that last a lifetime.

Access to Experts

Our coaches come from C-level positions at best-in-class brands, generating millions in revenue, to coach you through whatever challenges you may face.

White Glove Network

We are a concierge-level service that makes the right connections and points you in the right direction to get you to the best possible outcome.

Monthly Industry Talks

Each month, you’ll join your coaches and peers for a lively discussion on a curated group of industry topics moderated by Editor in Chief of Entrepreneur Magazine.

Meet Your Coaches

You’ll get to know your coaches like you would an executive coach – and they’ll get to know you. Plus, this is just the tip of the spear.

Lisa Barnett

Co-Founder, Frmr President & CMO, Little Spoon

Specialties: Strategy, Marketing, Branding, Team

Accolades: Inc 5000 Awardee, Women Changing the Food Industry by Well + Good, Time’s Best Invention of the Year, CircleUp Most Innovative Consumer and Retail Brand, Forbes 30 Under 30 Venture Capital.

Dave Colina

Founder & CEO, O2 Hydration

Specialties: Leadership, Sales, Partnerships, Marketing

Accolades: Inc 5000 Awardee, a certified CrossFit coach & Krav Maga black belt, and winner of the 2020 Best Beverage Marketing Campaign of the Year.

Markus Karjalainen

Frmr CMO, Founding team, Four Sigmatic

Specialties: Ecommerce, Brand Marketing

Accolades: DTC-first marketer, widely recognized as pioneering adaptogens in the United States, including top-selling coffee products on Amazon.

Meet Your Facilitators

Jason Feifer

Editor in Chief, Entrepreneur Magazine; Author, Speaker, Podcaster

Specialties: Media, Storytelling, Personal branding

Accolades: Previous editor at Fast Company and Men’s Health, author of book “Build for Tomorrow”, keynote speaker, LinkedIn “Top Voice in Entrepreneurship”

Matt Gartland

Co-founder & CEO, SPI Media; Community Expert, and Startup Advisor

Specialties: Leadership, Strategy, Community, Finance, Team

Accolades: Former Fortune 50 executive track leader; serial entrepreneur; C-suite startup experience in DTC e-comm, SaaS, and the Creator Economy

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consumer research

Channel strategy

New product development

Team development

Hiring and recruiting

Brand and
packaging design

And many more…

Partnering with the best in CPG

Pilothouse

Pilothouse specializes in digital marketing for direct-to-consumer brands, offering services like media buying, creative production, and conversion rate optimization. Their data-driven approach drives significant revenue growth, making them a reliable partner for ambitious marketers.

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Cozen O’Connor

Cozen O’Connor is a global full-service law firm providing expert legal counsel in diverse practice areas. Their experienced attorneys offer strategic solutions to complex legal issues, particularly in insurance, real estate, and corporate law, ensuring favorable client outcomes.

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We Are Bill

We Are Bill is a creative agency focused on strategic design and innovative marketing. They offer branding, digital design, and content creation services, partnering closely with clients to build memorable brands and connect with audiences effectively.

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Ware2Go

Ware2Go offers flexible warehousing and fulfillment solutions, optimizing supply chains and enhancing delivery speeds. Their platform provides on-demand warehousing, integrated shipping, and real-time inventory management to improve customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

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ForceBrands

ForceBrands is a recruitment firm for the consumer products sector, connecting top talent with companies in food, beverage, beauty, and cannabis industries. They provide executive search and hiring solutions, leveraging industry knowledge to find the right fit for clients.

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This is an active, highly-vetted community of CPG leaders building the next generation of global brands by combining the power of community, insights, and access.

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