Speakers
About This Session
Shop Talks are peer-to-peer, industry-focused conversations facilitated by speakers. In these smaller forums, attendees can ask questions, work through challenges, and share insights while tapping into our speakers' expertise. Don't miss this unique opportunity to gain valuable feedback and network with your industry peers!
Retail isn’t the only path to scale — and for many brands, it’s no longer the most stable one. This discussion explores how brands are expanding into foodservice, hospitality, corporate programs, and other emerging channels to drive volume, build awareness, and stabilize production.
Operators will share how they’ve approached these channels in practice—what it takes to get in, how they differ from retail, and where they’ve seen success (or friction). Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of when and how to expand beyond traditional retail — and whether it fits their growth strategy.