219. How a Connected CPG Community Fuels Growth With Amanda Rodriguez, Startup CPG

219. You're trying to scale your CPG brand—but you're doing it alone. And that isolation is costing you runway, retailer trust, and missed opportunities. In this episode, I sit down with Amanda from Startup CPG to unpack how a connected, mission-driven community can help you grow faster, avoid costly mistakes, and unlock real retail traction—without paying to play. We talk about why most brands fail at execution, how to leverage partnerships to extend your runway, how pitch competitions should actually work, and why mission-based brands are winning with today's retailers and shoppers. If you want smarter growth, better preparation, and authentic relationships that open doors, this conversation will change how you think about scaling. Download this episode's free guide and listen to related episodes to go deeper into retail strategy, execution, and sustainable CPG growth. Get instant access on the show webpage: RetailSolved.com/session219