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James Ren and Thrive Market are always looking out for emerging brands! If you've been affected by Foxtrot's recent closure, submit to Thrive Market for them to review your brand now....link in the James' post below.

8,639,607 PREROLLS MANUFACTURED 17,697 POUNDS PROCESSED 76% INCREASE IN PRODUCTION YOY But these are the numbers that really matter: $190,412 IN STAFF BONUSES PAID $4,327 AVERAGE PER PERSON 3,300 EXTRA DAYS SPENT AT HOME DUE TO 4-DAY WORK WEEKS AND PTO 12.6% AVERAGE ANNUAL PAY RAISE 7.5% COST OF LIVING + MAX 7.5% PERFORMANCE 43,480 POUNDS OF PLASTIC DIVERTED DUE TO 12 AND 50 PACK PACKAGING These are cool too… 1 NEW STATE LAUNCHED ROAD TRIP NEW MEXICO IS HERE! 3 NEW PRODUCTS LAUNCHED JOYRIDERS, PREROLLED 1/8THS, PREGROUND OZ 2024 was an incredible year for The Lab | Road Trip. We fell short of our 10,000,000 preroll goal, but surpassed our own expectations in so many ways, I can’t help but still feel like the year was a success. I’ve brought more energy into 2026 than I ever have before in my career, and January is shaping up to be one of the most eventful, productive, and pivotal months in the history of our company. We are taking this thing National, baby, and about a year from now, I’ll post the results to compare.

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Check out this article in Franchise Times about Kilwins and our future!!

Yesterday (and today) were all about getting stuck in and making things happen. 💪 There’s something incredibly satisfying about rolling up your sleeves, tackling challenges head-on, and turning ideas into real progress. Working alongside like-minded people makes it even better. Vineta (pictured) and I spent a good few hours in the new warehouse yesterday, cracking on and getting the job done. It’s very much a “she points, I do” kind of strategy, but it works! Honestly, there isn’t a job she can’t do… except drive the forklift (for now!). Together, we moved mountains (and plenty of stock), with loads of laughs in between. Getting things done isn’t just a task—it’s a mindset. It’s something we all share at IMP & MAKER, and days like these remind me how proud I am to be part of this team. #MakingThingsHappen #Teamwork #ImpAndMaker #GettingItDone #WarehouseAdventures

Did you know?   - *Lamborghini* started as a tractor company.   - *Samsung* began as a grocery store.   - *LG* first launched as a facial cream brand.   - *IKEA* originally sold pens.  The lesson here is simple: where you start doesn't define where you’ll end up.  Your current situation is just one chapter of your story, not the whole book. Success is built step by step, with persistence, patience, and small improvements each day.  So stay strong, keep experimenting, aim to get 1% better every day, and remember – many of the greatest successes come from the most unexpected places.

🌾 Product Management Lessons from Pongal and Lohri 🔥 As we celebrate Pongal and Lohri, two festivals that honor hard work, gratitude, and community, I couldn’t help but draw parallels to product management: 1️⃣ Harvesting Success: These festivals celebrate the fruits of months of effort. Similarly, every product launch represents the culmination of research, planning, and execution. Success feels like a well-earned harvest. 2️⃣ Iterate for the Next Season: Farmers prepare for the next crop cycle after harvest, just like product managers focus on continuous improvement—refining, iterating, and planning the next big milestone. 3️⃣ Collaboration is Key: Pongal and Lohri emphasize community. In product development, cross-functional collaboration between teams is the foundation of success. 4️⃣ Customer Gratitude: Farmers thank nature for their harvest, and as PMs, we thank our users. Customer feedback is our guiding light, helping us grow and evolve. 5️⃣ Balancing Tradition with Innovation: These festivals honor traditions while adapting to modern lifestyles. Similarly, great products honor their essence while constantly innovating to stay relevant. Pongal and Lohri remind us to pause, reflect, and celebrate the journey. Let’s take a moment to appreciate the small wins, team efforts, and the community that makes our work meaningful. Wishing everyone a joyful and prosperous Pongal and Lohri! 🌟 What are you celebrating or reflecting on this festive season? #Pongal #Lohri #ProductManagement #Gratitude #Innovation

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