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🌿 Considering Exhibiting at Natural Products Expo West? Here's Why You Might Want to Wait 🌿 Thinking about showcasing your CPG brand at Natural Products Expo West? While it's undoubtedly a fantastic opportunity, here are a few reasons why waiting might be a strategic move: 🚦Market Research: Take the time to conduct thorough market research and refine your product offering. Waiting allows you to gather valuable insights and ensure that your products align with consumer preferences and market trends. 🚦Brand Development: Use the time to strengthen your brand identity and messaging. Waiting gives you the opportunity to refine your brand story, packaging, and positioning to stand out in a crowded market. 🚦Networking Preparation: Build relationships and connections within the industry before diving into a large-scale event. Waiting allows you to network strategically, establish partnerships, and potentially secure valuable distribution channels. 🚦Financial Planning: Exhibiting at Natural Products Expo West can be costly. Waiting allows you to plan and budget effectively, ensuring that you have the resources to make the most out of your investment. Product Optimization: Take the time to fine-tune your product formulation and production processes. Waiting allows you to address any quality control issues and ensure that your products meet the highest standards. 🚦Honorable Mention: Additionally, by waiting to exhibit, you can take advantage of opportunities to walk the floor and observe what other brands are showcasing. Are there any brands similar to yours? How are they positioning themselves and engaging with attendees? This firsthand insight can inform your strategy and help you differentiate your brand effectively. By waiting to exhibit at Natural Products Expo West, you can position your CPG brand for greater success and make the most out of this premier industry event. 🤔 Have you attended Natural Products Expo West before? What insights did you gain from walking the floor? Share your experiences in the comments below! #CPG #NaturalProductsExpoWest #BrandStrategy #MarketInsights #Networking #BrandDevelopment #FinancialPlanning #MarketResearch

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Kelly Raulerson

Co-Founder & COO of Sip Herbals

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Having manned a booth at the 2023 show, I completely back your suggestion for newcomers to check out the floor. Seeing how competitors position themselves and making those connections were absolute game-changers for us. You're right, in the world of specialty tea brands, particularly those not in the ready-to-drink scene, it's more about building your brand, networking, and marketing than instant sales. It's competitive out there, but those insights we gathered? They're the foundation for our long-term success.

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