Thursday, December 3 | Morning
Foundations: Practical Skills for Growing Food Brands
Nosh Foundations feature five focused, 15-minute talks for founders and teams at early- to mid-stage food brands. Afterward, connect with speakers and industry experts during roundtable Q&A and networking.
For newer food brands, these sessions offer practical guidance to avoid common missteps and make smarter decisions as you grow.

Foundations Sessions
- The Five Operational KPIs for Emerging Brands, with Maria Pearman, Managing Director, CBIZ Food and Beverage Practice
- CPG Organizational Structure for Early Growth, with Eddie Simeon, CEO, Planet Rice
- Sales Negotiations, with Michael Sands, Principal Consultant, The Maker Group
- Legal Update, with Todd Harrison, partner at Venable LLP
- Working With Retailers, with Jesamine Lee, Brand Manager, Streets Market

