131 - Behind the Scenes at Global Pet Expo w/ Kelly Bender

In this episode of Toni Unleashed, Toni is joined by Kelly Bender for a behind-the-scenes conversation ahead of their appearance at Global Pet Expo. As they prepare to take the stage together for the first time, the two dive into their upcoming talk, From Passion to Profit, which focuses on helping pet retailers turn their passion into sustainable, profitable businesses. Kelly brings her accounting and financial expertise, while Toni shares real-world experience from years in the independent pet retail space. Together, they highlight the importance of understanding numbers, managing expenses like payroll, and making smarter business decisions—without losing sight of the passion that drives the industry. The episode also offers a candid look at what to expect from Global Pet Expo, along with their shared mission to support independent retailers through practical, accessible education. Listeners attending the show can catch them live on Thursday, plus connect with Toni during her interviews at the Indie Pet booth on Wednesday.