Ali Elliott

Ali Elliott’s Session(s):

1:00 pm–1:45 pm | Tue, October 5, 2027

Co-Man and Supplier Strategy: QA, MOQs, and Time-to-Scale

Choosing the right co-manufacturer or supplier can accelerate your growth — or stall it entirely. This session explores how brands can evaluate and manage partners across quality assurance, minimum order quantities (MOQs), and production timelines, especially as they transition from small-batch to scaled production.

Hear directly from operators and partners on how to avoid common pitfalls, structure agreements that support growth, and build relationships that can evolve with your business. The focus is on making smart decisions early that prevent costly delays, quality issues, and margin erosion later.

2:40 pm–3:15 pm | Tue, October 5, 2027

Founder Journey: What Growth Actually Looks Like at Every Stage

Every brand starts with momentum — but the path from early traction to real scale is rarely linear. This panel brings together founders at different stages of growth to share how their challenges, priorities, and decisions evolve over time.

From landing the first retail accounts to managing cash flow, building a team, and expanding distribution, speakers will offer a candid look at what changes — and what doesn’t — as brands grow. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of what to expect at each stage, the common pitfalls to avoid, and how to make smarter decisions as their business evolves.