Analysis and Advice Plus the Partners to Make it Happen
In a year of uncertainty and struggle, it’s hard to find steadiness and positivity. That’s why we are bringing BevNET Live Winter 2020 straight to you. On Dec. 7, 8 and 9, the beverage industry will gather virtually to learn and take action. Experts will speak to the community about innovations and challenges within the industry with opportunities for questions and answers as well as one to one meetings.
The virtual event will run from 12 PM to 3 PM EST each day, and will mix high-profile speakers and informative panels with special networking opportunities, including interactive breakout discussions and Speed Dating. BevNET will maintain our mission to offer the community the opportunities it needs to build together, to learn together, and to succeed together.
BevNET’s signature Beverage School program will take place on Monday, December 7 as a pre-day, followed by the main event on December 8 and 9. Tuesday's programming will begin with an interview on decision making and leadership with HINT CEO Kara Goldin. BevNET Live will look to the coming year with presentations on the market outlook for investment, innovation, and key opportunities and trends that will enable growth within the entrepreneurial beverage segment.
We hope everyone will start by watching the introductory video when you first enter. It’s the best way to find out how to make your way around and find content and people who can help you take your business next-level.
John Craven, CEO & Founder, BevNET.com
ON DEMAND
Route to Market
We'll explore distribution and brokerage and the requirements of retail: from natural/specialty and other incubation brick-and-mortar opportunities to the growing influence of omni-channel as a brand building environment.
ON DEMAND
Winning at the Shelf
From winning approvals to providing promotional materials, getting into the store is only part of the path to success: here, you'll learn the principles of merchandising and working with store staff to get the results you want when you're in the store.
ON DEMAND
Funding Stages for Beverage Brands
Investors can be a great accelerator for a growing business -- but they're also part owners of the company you're building, so you'd better choose the right ones. Learn the basics of finding investors and developing a financial support network that can help you grow.
ON DEMAND
Avoiding Production Mistakes to Preserve Margin
Beverage brands might start in the kitchen, but they're made in larger production facilities. Set up the right arrangements, and you'll have reliable budgeting and supply, keys to healthy margins. Set up the wrong arrangements, and you'll soon be working for your suppliers. So pay attention to our Operations Expert.
Andrew Guard, Founder & Principal, The Guard Agency
ON DEMAND
Design for Beverage Brands
For most early stage brands, your package and label are your best chance to convince a customer to give you a try. This presentation will give you advice on the visual cues that establish your brand.
ON DEMAND
Legal Issues for Beverage Entrepreneurs
From finance to formulas, contracts to corporate structure, here are some of the legal basics that beverage entrepreneurs need to know when they're making key decisions. Like operations, having a firm legal foundation can keep your new empire from crumbling.
ON DEMAND
Best Practices for a Changing Grocery Industry
Retail exposure has always been critical to CPG brands and is more important than ever, with stiff competition for shelf space, eCommerce booming and COVID-19 creating tremendous pressure on brands and retailers. This Zipline Logistics presentation will give practical examples of how CPG manufacturers can build an agile supply chain made for the competitive environment that is modern retail commerce.
Andrew Lynch, President, Zipline Logistics
12:00 PM-1:00 PM
Live Q&A: Funding Stages for Beverage Brands
After you've watched her video, join Nancy Rosenzweig's video, join her for an interactive Q&A and discussion.
12:00 PM-1:00 PM
Live Q&A: Route to Market
After you've watched Bill Sipper's video, join him for Q&A on distribution, brokerage, route to market and classes of trade.
1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Live Q&A: Winning at Shelf
After you've watched Will's video, join him for a live Q&A on merchandising, setting shelves, and working with store managers.
1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Live Q&A: Design for Beverage Companies
A live Q&A with experts from GRO, a leading design firm for the CPG space.
2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Live Q&A: Legal issues for Beverage Entrepreneurs
After you watch Chuck Cotter's presentation, you can ask him all about the law anytime between 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.
2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Live Q&A: Avoiding Production Mistakes to Preserve Margin
After you've watched Andrew Guard's video on production and operations, you're sure to have questions about your own ops: so make sure to stop by between 2 and 3 for this interactive Q&A.
Andrew Guard, Founder & Principal, The Guard Agency
The complete BevNET Live speaker lineup will feature more than 20 beverage industry leaders. Check back for updates!
Ben Mand
CEO, Harmless Harvest
John Craven
CEO & Founder, BevNET.com
Ryan Pintado-Vertner
Principal & Founder, Smoketown Strategy
Beverage School on Day 1: Learn the Ropes of the Industry
Beverage School is a special “Beverages 101″ session for early-stage entrepreneurs and industry newcomers. It is held the first day of the virtual event and is included for all BevNET Live Winter 2020 attendees. Young beverage brands get up to speed, identify keys for growth and initiate critical conversations.
On Tuesday, December 8th from 4:00PM to 6:00PM ET, emerging beverage brands will have the opportunity to have 1-on-1 virtual meetings with design firms who specialize in packaging and branding. The below agencies are participating, with more to be announced.
BevNET Live Winter 2020 will feature Retail Speed Dating on Wednesday, December 9th from 4:00PM to 6:00PM ET. This round will match up retailers and brokers with brands who are looking to get on shelves and expand their footprint. The below retailers are participating.
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John Craven
Andrew Guard
Andrew Lynch
