Brick & Mortar Isn't Dead. You're Just Doing It Wrong
The doomsayers were wrong: brick-and-mortar retail isn’t dead—it’s just evolving. While e-commerce has certainly shaken up the retail world, physical stores remain a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to building brand loyalty and connecting with customers in real, meaningful ways. Today’s consumers expect their favorite brands to meet them wherever they shop, whether it’s online, in-store, or somewhere in between. Retail is no longer just about having a storefront—it’s about creating an omnichannel experience that blends the best of both worlds. Now more than ever, it’s essential for brands to establish a flexible and compelling retail presence. Join us for an engaging discussion on how brands like Babaloo and Ruvi are doubling down on their retail channels and successfully meeting customers where they are—because when it comes to retail, showing up is half the battle.
Featured Speakers:
Buster Arnwine – Founder and CEO of Fusion Retail Group
Buster and his team have played a key role in getting brands like Juan Valdez, Pur Gum, and Clean Simple Eats onto the shelves of some of the world’s biggest retailers. He will share his expertise in scaling CPG brands into retail giants.
Bre Marrder – Co-Founder of Babaloo
Babaloo is revolutionizing the baby industry with its innovative baby-led bottle design, turning traditional baby products upside down. Bre will discuss how Babaloo is reshaping the retail landscape with its cutting-edge approach.
Nick Stagge – Founder of The Grounded Company
With over 20 years of experience building iconic brands like Zumiez, Skullcandy, and GoPro, Nick founded The Grounded Company to help CPG brands grow. He will share his insights into building strong brand presence both in-store and online.
Amber Benson – Co-Founder of Ruvi
Amber and her team at Ruvi are on a mission to solve the nutrition gap by making it easier for people to get enough fruits and vegetables. With Ruvi’s all-natural fruit smoothies, they’re bringing healthy choices to consumers everywhere.
Teresa Keck – Director of Operations at Nimbl Fulfillment
Teresa and her team help brands get their products into the hands of customers anywhere, from big-box retailers to direct-to-consumer models. She’ll talk about the logistics and operational strategies behind successful retail distribution.
Bahaa – Founder of JoyMob & TEDx Speaker
Bahaa creates transformative workshops, brand activations, and team-building experiences that leave lasting impacts. He’ll share how these strategies can be applied to enhance customer engagement and brand growth in retail spaces.
We hope to see you there!