Scaling CPG with Guts, Grit and Data. (LIVE Expert Panel)

This special, live-recorded panel brings together leaders from the CPG and wellness spaces for a night of genuine conversation, actionable insights, and intentional connection. Hosted by Seb, the event dives into what it truly means to scale with purpose in today’s business landscape.Panelists Susan Avery Ford (Commercial Banker, J.P. Morgan), Ramya Velasumy (CFO at Bloom Nutrition), and Hannah Perez (Founder of SEEQ Clear Protein) share hard-earned lessons from their journeys. They discuss financial strategy, conscious leadership, brand building, and the evolving role of AI in business, offering clear takeaways for founders, operators, and investors alike.We also had acoustic sets by Cloe Breena and Benza Maman, as well as a breathwork session led by Jenna Roth, Director of Wellness at Hume, which grounded the event in connection and presence.Whether you're scaling a wellness brand or building something with meaning, this conversation is packed with real talk, practical tools, and clarity on how to grow without losing your values.Topics Discussed:Cloe Breena’s Musical Opening“Beautiful Soul” PerformanceBenza Maman’s Introduction and Duet“Walk Each Other Home” PerformanceIntroduction to “Generation C”Pillars of Conscious CapitalismElevating Workplaces and SelfJenna Roth’s Breathwork SessionPanelist IntroductionsEarly Consumer Insights in CPGWellness Market TrendsPersonal Wellness in BusinessFun and Balance in Brand BuildingPivotal Growth DecisionsSustainable Scaling and StructureKPIs and Planning for GrowthManaging Cash Flow and InventoryMarketing Strategies and AdvocacyFinancial Pitfalls and SophisticationCulture as a Financial AssetAssessing Brand CultureInternal Rituals and LeadershipStakeholder Engagement and FeedbackAI and People-First ApproachTraits of Conscious LeadersAudience Q&A: Retention & Choosing InvestorsConnect with Ramya on InstagramConnect with Hannah on InstagramConnect with Susan on InstagramConnect with Cloe on InstagramConnect with Benza on InstagramConnect with Jenna on InstagramConnect with Sebastian on InstagramSebastianNaum.com