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SUMMARY:2023 Summer Fancy Food Show
DESCRIPTION:The 2023 Summer Fancy Food Show will be held at the Javits Center in New York City\, June 25-27 \nMore Details Here
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/2023-summer-fancy-food-show/
CATEGORIES:Tradeshow
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T120000
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SUMMARY:Business Masterclass: Are Your Accounting Practices Hurting or Helping Your Business?
DESCRIPTION:No matter where you are in your growth journey\, having the proper CPG accounting systems and practices in place to manage your inventory-based business is critical to help you continue to scale your business profitably and sustainably. \nBut where do you start? \nThe answer is not to hire a CFO. The answer is to implement the correct accounting methods and identify which services and tools you actually need\, when you need them. \nDuring this live-teaching session\, the Accountfully team will share three accounting solutions that most growing CPG businesses need to scale more effectively\, and that help with: \n\ntax prep and planning\nsales forecasting & projections\nbudget development and management\ninventory and COGs management\ndeductions and chargeback review and management\n\nWe want to help you take the overthinking out of your accounting game plan and focus your energy and time on growing your business profitably! \nJoin us to understand which accounting solutions could solve for your needs\, and help you move you closer to your growth goals. \nBring your questions\, we’ll have plenty of time for Q&A. \nBusiness masterclasses are included with an Emerge membership. \nGuests are invited to attend for $47 \nSAVE MY SEAT!
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/business-masterclass-accountfully/
CATEGORIES:Accounting,Bookkeeping,Taxes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230616T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
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SUMMARY:Member Small-Group: Disciplines For Successful Distributor Relationships
DESCRIPTION:During this business small-group\, four (4) distribution and sales experts from the Emerge Mentor Community will share the disciplines that you\, as a growing CPG brand\, need to be aware of and put into practice\, to successfully partner with distributors. \nThey’ll share best practices and tips for strategies\, tactics and timing that every growing CPG entrepreneur should know about and consider as they build out their distribution strategy and partner with distributors. \nInterested in receiving group and 1:1 support during small-group sessions like these? Let’s chat
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/member-small-group-distribution-strategy-challenges/
CATEGORIES:Distribution
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20230420T194931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T145336Z
UID:16831-1686225600-1686229200@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Business Masterclass: Alternate Food Service Channels
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about the many\, many opportunities for your brand in the exciting foodservice/away-from-home channel. \nThe food service channel can seem confusing and daunting like putting a 5\,000-piece jigsaw puzzle together. We will simplify putting the puzzle together and chat about the operator/end-user as the key and distributor/re-distributor partners as secondary\, but obviously necessary. \nDuring this live learning seminar\, we’ll review and discuss: \n\nThe many existing\, new and sub-channels within food service (i.e. unattended retail)\nBroadline (Sysco\, USFoods\, Shamrock\, Ben E Keith Gordon\, etc) and specialty distributors as well as re-distributors\nThree letter acronyms; GPOs (Group Purchasing Organizations) and OCS (Office Coffee Service) and more..\n\nThere will be plenty of time for Q&A. Leave this session equipped with ideas for your brand in the foodservice channel! \nBusiness Masterclasses are included with an Emerge membership. \nGuests are invited to join for $49. \nSAVE MY SEAT! \n 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/business-masterclass-navigating-food-service-in-current-times/
CATEGORIES:Channel Strategy,Food Service Sales
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230531T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230531T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20230508T150758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T155501Z
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SUMMARY:Business-Building Seminar: Data 101 with SPINS
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to our next live Business-Building Seminar hosted by our friends at SPINS. \nThis live training is for you if you want to learn how to build a data-driven strategy to grow your business.  \nIt may feel daunting knowing what data you need to support your short and long-term growth goals. \nEven once you receive the data\, it may read like a foreign language. \nThat’s why this month\, we’re hosting the SPINS team to help CPG founders understand what insights and retail measurement data they actually need to move their business forward\, and how to use each to support key business activities and important decisions. During this seminar\, we’ll review and discuss how: \n\nTo use data to successfully pitch to retailers and investors\nRetail performance data can increase your sales\nCompetitive & category insights can improve your product development decisions\nSPINS has helped some of the natural industry’s most successful brands evolve from emerging brands to being today’s trendsetters\n\nThere will be plenty of time for Q&A. Bring any questions you’d like support with. \nThis seminar is open to all and complimentary. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/business-building-seminar-data-101-with-spins/
CATEGORIES:Channel Strategy,Data and Insights,Sales Strategy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20230322T142808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T144728Z
UID:16750-1683201600-1683205200@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Business Masterclass: Is Your Product Competitively Priced To Move Off The Shelf?
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to develop or validate the right pricing strategy for your products and for your business\, and what hidden traps exist. \nPricing is both an art and science. Unfortunately\, the system is very complicated and opaque by design. Remember what you think is your product’s SRP will rarely happen. You must know your numbers and importantly both your distributor and retailer margin requirements. It’s not easy but possible. Every day and promotional pricing make a huge difference at the shelf with consumers. The consumer (end user) is what this session on pricing strategy is all about! We will review theory and calculations to set price. \nDuring this business-building session\, we’ll share and discuss: \n\nDesired/target margin percentages by category including NBC (Nutrition Body Care)\, Frozen/Dairy and Grocery\nGross margin objectives and calculations to be competitive on shelf\nMargins vs. mark-ups and formulas for calculating each\n\nWe’ll have plenty of time for Q&A. \nMonthly business masterclasses are included with an Emerge membership. \nNon-members are invited to join and #getsmartquick! Register for $49. \nSAVE MY SEAT!
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/business-masterclass-is-your-brand-competitively-priced-to-move-off-the-shelf/
CATEGORIES:Pricing,Sales Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20230417T153940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T144920Z
UID:16819-1683028800-1683032400@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Member Small Group: Growing Your Business On Faire
DESCRIPTION:All member brands in the Emerge Community are invited to join this small-group discussion. \nCome for support from fellow founders and their teams. \nLeave with clarity\, best practices and tips for expanding your retail footprint and increasing your sales on Faire! \nNot yet a member of Emerge and would like to learn more? Let’s Chat! 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/member-community-small-group-growing-your-business-on-faire/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20230403T183616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T162631Z
UID:16781-1682510400-1682514000@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Business Masterclass: Financing Preparedness & Mindset
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re preparing to raise capital\, currently raising capital and/or considering what alternate financing options are available to you\, don’t miss this important business-building conversation. \n\n\nIn this Masterclass\, you’ll get a good understanding as to where you are in the management of your business finances and how prepared you are to seek financing by taking the Start Where You Are Assessment. We’ll look at a number of key areas measuring your habits and practices and their connection to your current mindset. \n\n\nCome for the self-discovery and a lively discussion. \n\n\nLeave with clarity and feeling inspired to take action! \n\n\nIn support of you embracing your financial growth with a “what could be possible” mindset! \nThere will be plenty of time for Q&A! \nBusiness masterclasses are included with an Emerge membership. \nGuests are invited to join for $49. \nSAVE MY SEAT!
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/business-masterclass-get-the-right-financing-to-support-your-growth/
CATEGORIES:Finance Management,Financing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20230322T145056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T170324Z
UID:16752-1681988400-1681992000@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Business Masterclass: Does Your Business Need An IMS?
DESCRIPTION:Counting\, tracking and valuing physical inventory can be the source of many headaches for growing CPG brands. \nAs your brand scales and inventory piles grow in value and complexity\, you may be seeking to implement software systems to help manage this task.  During this session\, we’ll dive into this topic and help you to understand when and why you might need to implement inventory management (IMS) software\, and when it may be smarter to hold off and stick with spreadsheets. \nDuring this business-building session\, we’ll cover the following: \n\nDispel IMS Myths and clear the air on exactly what these softwares do (and what they don’t do)\nWhen to implement an IMS\, and when it’s better to wait\nA brief review of software options\nImplementation Costs + Ongoing Costs\n\nThere will be plenty of time for Q&A! \nThis business-building session is included with an Emerge membership. \nGuests are invited to join for $49. \nSAVE MY SEAT!
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/business-masterclass-when-do-you-need-an-ims/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230329T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230329T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20230217T212329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T170005Z
UID:16668-1680091200-1680094800@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Advanced Masterclass: Evaluate The Effectiveness of Your Brand Positioning
DESCRIPTION:What is a strong brand positioning\, and why does it matter? \nIn this Masterclass\, we’ll review examples of best-in class and weak brand positioning platforms and demonstrate how they can impact a business\, from current sales to future product development.  We’ll show you how to identify and evaluate the effectiveness of your brand positioning and how it can come to life effectively for your consumers across various touch points\, including packaging.  Receive a packaging assessment tool and learn how to tell if your brand positioning is helping to grow your business. \nThere will be plenty of time for Q&A so bring your questions so the experts from Kaleidoscope can help you.  Each attendee will receive a complimentary Brand & Package design consult following the session. \nLet’s make your brand positioning work harder for you\, \nJulie + the Kaleidoscope Team \nMonthly Business Masterclasses included with an Emerge membership. Guests invited to learn from industry experts for $49. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/business-masterclass-evaluate-the-effectiveness-of-your-brand-positioning/
CATEGORIES:Brand Positioning,Brand Strategy,Branding,Packaging and Design
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T150000
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CREATED:20230303T232057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T144352Z
UID:16716-1679580000-1679583600@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Monthly Member Forum // Get Better Results From Your Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly small-groups allow members in our community to discuss challenges\, share best practices\, ask questions\, and learn from one another and industry experts. \nThis month we’re discussing the components of an effective marketing strategy\, to help founders and their teams create more brand awareness\, drive engagement\, increase trial and conversion. \nCurious about how we can help you to increase your sales\, get more distribution and scale smarter? \nLet’s chat! 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/member-discussion-forum-topic-marketing-strategy/
CATEGORIES:Marketing Planning,Marketing Strategy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20230217T212255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T155226Z
UID:16667-1679054400-1679058000@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Business Masterclass with UNFI UpNext
DESCRIPTION:What is the UNFI UpNext Program\, and is it right for you?  \nYou may have heard about UNFI UpNext from those in the industry\, but you’re still not sure what it entails\, or if it could even be a good fit for your business. \nIn this Business Masterclass\, we’ll discuss with the team from UNFI UpNext on why they developed their unique program for early-stage CPG brands and what solutions they provide to educate founders and their teams on how to work and partner with them. They’ll share the criteria they look for when evaluating brands for the UpNext Program\, and what the path for success looks like once you’re part of the program. \nThere will be plenty of time for Q&A so bring your questions about growing your distribution! \nThis session is open to all and complimentary. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/business-masterclass-with-unfi-up-next-team/
CATEGORIES:Distribution
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230312
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20230104T190718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T190718Z
UID:16037-1678233600-1678579199@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Natural Products Expo West
DESCRIPTION:March 7 – 11\, 2023 \n\nEducation & Events: March 7 – 11\nTrade Show: March 8 – 11\n\nAnaheim Convention Center \nAnaheim\, CA
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/natural-products-expo-west-3/
CATEGORIES:Tradeshow
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20230111T024803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T212107Z
UID:16135-1677067200-1677070800@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Member Forum & Q+A: Trade Show Sales Prep
DESCRIPTION:Trade show season is upon us which means you’re likely planning for buyer conversations and pitches. \nIt can feel daunting to know exactly what to say “real-time” to standout – we want to help! \nWe’ll chat with our friends from Crisp about how you can effectively prepare for your upcoming trade show conversations. \nAs data experts who work with CPG brands every day\, they want to help you feel confident and ready to communicate why your products should be on shelf!
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/business-building-webinar-with-crisp-promomash/
CATEGORIES:Sales Planning,Sales Strategy,Trade Spend
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20221115T015327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T015328Z
UID:15866-1676361600-1676394000@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Chexpo 2023
DESCRIPTION:Welcome back to CHEXPO’s 31st annual summer selling tradeshow!\n\n\n\n\nMeet 200+ leading suppliers and take advantage of the hottest deals for summer selling. \n\n\n\nMore details + to register HERE
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/chexpo-2023/
CATEGORIES:Tradeshow
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20230112T205110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T160428Z
UID:16167-1676030400-1676034000@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Member Discussion Forum // Topic: Increasing Sales On Faire
DESCRIPTION:Increase Your Sales On Faire! \nSmall group discussion for CPG founders and their teams in the Emerge Accelerator Community\, to share best practices\, learn from one another and grow their sales on Faire!
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/member-discussion-forum-topic-increasing-sales-on-faire/
CATEGORIES:Community Learning & Support
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20221129T185412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T151054Z
UID:15924-1675857600-1675861200@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Business Masterclass: Effectively Use DTC & Amazon As You Scale
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next live Business Masterclass\, taught by two leading industry experts in e-commerce and Amazon. \nLearn the critical pieces you need to get right to grow a successful brand and business\, and to increase your sales on Amazon and DTC. \nWe’ll review Promotion\, Pricing\, Product\, Placement\, Profitability and Platform (understanding the unique differences of eComm platforms) and share Tips\, Watch-Outs and Best-In-Class Examples. \nThere will be time for Q&A. \nGuests (non Emerge members) are invited to join this session at no cost. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/lunch-learn-webinar-optimizing-d2c-amazon-as-you-scale/
CATEGORIES:Amazon,e-Commerce
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20230111T025120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T234036Z
UID:16136-1675425600-1675429200@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Business Masterclass: Navigate trade shows like a pro!
DESCRIPTION:Now is the time to start preparing intentionally and strategically for upcoming shows you may be attending such as UNFI\, Chexpo and Natural Products Expo West! \nWith trade shows being such an important part of your selling strategy\, we want to ensure your investment pays off in growing your brand and business. \n Join us to:  \n\nLearn proven tips and best practices for successfully promoting your business to retail partners\, distributors and potential investors\nReceive specific steps + action items to take BEFORE a show\, DURING a show\, and AFTER a show\, to get the results you want!\n\nThis Business Masterclass is for YOU if: \n\nYou’ve walked a show before and now plan to exhibit\nYou’ve exhibited previously and want to increase your results\nYou’ve exhibited several times and want a refresher on how to maximize your results!\n\nBusiness Masterclass hosted by the EmergeCPG Mentor Community \nFree for EmergeCPG members. $39 for Guests \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/mentor-masterclass-best-practices-for-making-most-of-trade-shows/
CATEGORIES:Retailer Relationships,Sales Planning,Sales Strategy,Tradeshow
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230127T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230127T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20230111T025418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T180709Z
UID:16137-1674820800-1674824400@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Business MasterClass with Cold Chain 3PL
DESCRIPTION:Learn key challenges Cold Chain 3PL helps early-stage CPGs solve for and the cost-effective solutions they offer\, including: Frozen\, Cold and Dry shipping to help small\, medium and large brands grow. No minimums\, no minimum spend monthly and transparent pricing. \nSupportive small-group format for learning\, discussion and live guidance. \nGoal is to help CPG founders receive expert guidance and support\, and solutions to address their challenges and needs. \nFor EmergeCPG Members Only. \nIf interested in learning more\, please contact EmergeCPG Team. 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/mentor-masterclass-hosted-by-cold-chain-3pl/
CATEGORIES:eComm Fulfillment,Shipping & Cold Storage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230118
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20221130T144235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T211822Z
UID:15932-1673740800-1673999999@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:2023 Winter Fancy Food Show
DESCRIPTION:Hit the jackpot and take advantage of 3 days of discovery\, sampling\, trend-spotting\, and networking at the 2023 Winter Fancy Food Show\, January 15-17 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Thousands of makers\, buyers\, retailers\, brokers\, distributors\, and other industry professionals attend the Winter Fancy Food Show\, making it a can’t-miss event in the specialty food trade. \nLearn more and register HERE. 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/2023-winter-fancy-food-show/
CATEGORIES:Tradeshow
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20221130T142525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T181020Z
UID:15930-1673352000-1673355600@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Business Building Virtual Seminar: Identify Retailers Where More of Your Target Buyers Shop
DESCRIPTION:Gain Clarity on Your Ideal Retail Strategy!  \nDuring this session\, we will look at the size of US Brick & Mortar (B&M) retailers in terms of their Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sales. FMCG are products that have less than a 3-year lifespan. The largest US B&M Retailers dominate the conversation for market relevance – you should understand where their market reach is. We’ll look at the largest ones and the scale of sales among them\, their estimated sales of natural & organic sales\, and the sales of the US B&M Supernatural Retailers\, such as Whole Foods\, Sprouts\, and some with “Fresh\,” “Natural\,” or “Organic” in their names. Retailers are putting these words in the names of their Banners to differentiate them and to get a larger piece of the eating better spend. \nJoin us and learn the process for identifying high-value retailers for your brand and products\, including: \n\nThe size of US B&M Retailers with their FCMG estimated sales\nThe size of US B&M Retailers with their natural and organic estimated sales\nThe size of US B&M Supernatural Retailers with their FCMG sales\nThe top 3 US B&M Retail Banners in the largest 15 US metro markets (excluding Walmart)\nWho Iridescent Data is and how they help emerging brands grow distribution and sales\n\nFree for the EmergeCPG Member Brands Community\, $39 For Guests \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/lunch-learn-using-data-to-determine-your-retail-growth-strategy/
CATEGORIES:Data and Insights,Sales Strategy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221216
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20221129T185210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T185210Z
UID:15923-1671062400-1671148799@emergecpg.com
SUMMARY:Learning Seminar - Financing Your Consumer Product Company: Natural\, Organic\, Specialty\, Retail & Premium
DESCRIPTION:Learn more HERE  \nTo see if it’s right for you and to register\, contact the Emerge Team. 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/learning-seminar-financing-your-consumer-product-company-natural-organic-specialty-retail-premium/
CATEGORIES:Finance Management,Financing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221215
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20221129T185026Z
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SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Seminar - Becoming a More Effective Sales Manager
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Bob Burke and John Maggiore \nLearn more HERE  \nFor more information and to register\, contact the Emerge team
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/learning-networking-seminar-becoming-a-more-effective-sales-manager/
CATEGORIES:Sales Planning,Sales Strategy,Scaling Sustainably
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20221116T194416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T143246Z
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SUMMARY:Education Session: Managing Your Back-Office Pain-Points
DESCRIPTION:Did you go into business to process POs\, chase trucks and/or follow-up on invoices? Probably not! \nDo these activities distract you from more accretive initiatives that allow your business to scale? Probably so! \nOur host for this eduction session is Black Ink Ops\, a fractional operations and supply chain service provider (outsourced) that helps emerging brands manage back-office pain-points preventing them from scaling their business. Join us to learn how they help early-stage CPGs manage back office\, logistics and systems more efficiently and cost-effectively\, so they can instead focus on revenue-generating activities. \nDuring this session\, you’ll gain an understanding of: \n\nSome of the systems Black Ink Ops recommends to early-stage CPGs to streamline such as order\, inventory or financial management solutions.\nThe timing of implementing systems based on your scaling and stage of growth\nHow these various solutions create capacity and bandwidth for early-stage CPGs to scale\n\nEducation Session is Free for Emerge members and $39 for guests. \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/lunch-learn-webinar-with-black-ink-ops/
CATEGORIES:Operations Management,Supply Chain
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20221026T182829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T150020Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Webinar: State of The Snack Industry
DESCRIPTION:Emerge Industry Partner SNAC International will host this annual live event\, and share how snack makers are capturing opportunity for one of the fastest growing categories in CPG! \nWhether your company is established in the snack market or looking to enter the category\, it’s important to have a firm grasp on consumer behaviors and industry trends driving growth. \nAs we move away from the pandemic\, consumers have regained some of their on-the-go habits but also have become increasingly focused on holistic health and wellness goals. With the return to more active lifestyles\, shoppers continue to value added benefits beyond nutrition in the snacks they choose. Pent up demand for adventure has led to a snack category that has exploded with innovation and is providing new\, healthful and tasty options\, as well as reaching consumers faster than ever before through e-commerce. \nDuring this education session\, you’ll learn: \n\nHow consumers are using snacking as a complement to their holistic health goals\nWhich snack sub-categories are seeing huge growth\, and why\nHow flavor innovation continues to be a growth driver\nWhich trends that emerged during the pandemic will fundamentally change the snacking landscape in the future\n\nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/webinar-state-of-the-snack-industry-report/
CATEGORIES:Industry Insights,Industry Trends
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221118
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20221006T202801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T202801Z
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SUMMARY:NCN Fall Investor Event
DESCRIPTION:Applications are open to present at the Nutrition Capital Network (NCN) Fall Investor Meeting\, November 16-17th in San Francisco! \nDuring this event\, 20+ health & wellness companies seeking capital will present their business plans to a group of diverse\, active investors. Presenters represent categories in natural & organic foods\, functional foods\, supplements\, ingredients & technology\, personal care and household goods\, and related technology solutions. \nLearn More & Apply Here
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/ncn-fall-investor-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20221108T183600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T195223Z
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SUMMARY:BFCM Planning Success Group (Member-only)
DESCRIPTION:Join this small-group session to review your digital marketing plans and strategies for Black Friday and Cyber Monday! \nThis live\, small-group session is exclusively for Emerge member brands. \nFor more details about how you can benefit from the resources our community provides\, schedule an intro call here. 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/bfcm-strategy-small-group-member-only/
CATEGORIES:Marketing Strategy,Sales Planning,Sales Strategy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20221012T215529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T202357Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Webinar Hosted by SPINS
DESCRIPTION:Although all CPG brands want to grow and expand their footprint\, early-stage CPG brands are in a unique position. It can feel daunting determining what data is needed to support your short and long-term growth goals\, and once you receive the data\, understanding what to do with it. \nDuring this webinar\, we’ll be speaking with the SPINS Emerging Brands team\, to better understand what insights and retail measurement data early-stage CPGs need\, and how these can support key action steps needed to achieve important growth goals. \nJoin us to learn how SPINS has helped some of the natural industry’s biggest brands evolve from emerging brands to being today’s trendsetters. \nThey’ll share how: \n\nEmerging brands can use data to successfully pitch to retailers and investors\nVisibility into retail performance can be utilized to increase sales\nCompetitive and category insights will drive more informed product development decisions\n\nIf you’re an early-stage CPG founder wanting to understand how to use data & insights to reach your goals\, this webinar’s for you! \nWe’ll have plenty of time for Q&A and 1:1 guidance. \nLunch & Learns are free for the Emerge Community and $39 for guests. \nJoin us and Register Here! 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/lunch-learn-webinar-hosted-by-spins/
CATEGORIES:Channel Strategy,Data and Insights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20221026T165219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T165429Z
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Best Practices For Pricing & Packaging Changes
DESCRIPTION:Making the decision to change pricing and/or packaging is tough! \nOnce this decision is made\, ensuring these changes are executed successfully in the marketplace is critical. \nJoin us to learn and discuss best practices for managing pricing and packaging changes\, including: \n\nCommunication\nProcess & Lead Time\nCustomer Considerations and Requirements\nInventory\, Cost and Other Considerations\n\nThis webinar will be hosted by an Emerge Industry Partner. Contact the Emerge team for details and to register.
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/free-webinar-best-practices-for-pricing-packaging-changes/
CATEGORIES:Packaging and Design
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T041319
CREATED:20220815T192028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T155956Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Webinar: Affiliate Marketing 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 19th & learn from an Emerge mentor who is an expert in Affiliate & Influencer Marketing! \nWe will share how to start and scale a high converting Affiliate program\, and what growing CPG founders should consider when building out a program. Understand how affiliate marketing could be part of a winning growth strategy for your business! \nDuring this session\, you’ll learn: \n\nWhat Affiliate Marketing is and how it works\nHow Affiliate and Influencers are different and why each needs its own strategy\nFAQ’s and Common Mistakes\nTop Tips for success\nHow to know if Affiliate Marketing is right for you!\nHow to get started with an Affiliate program\n\nIf you’re a CPG founder and looking to start or scale an Affiliate or Influencer program\, or you’re just curious about what these are and how they can support your brand and business growth\, join us! \nWe’ll have plenty of time for Q&A and 1:1 guidance during the session. \nEmergeCPG Lunch & Learns are free for the Emerge Community and $39 for guests. \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://emergecpg.com/event/lunch-learn-affiliate-marketing-101/
CATEGORIES:Marketing Strategy
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