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Why Tailoring Your Brand Pitch to Showcase Value to Distributors is Crucial 🔍 The Common Mistake: Too many brands lose out on valuable opportunities by giving generic presentations that fail to demonstrate real value to distributors. It's crucial to see things from the distributor’s perspective to stand out and forge strong partnerships. 💡 The Analogy: Think of finding high-quality distribution partners like a romantic relationship. High-value partners want to know what you bring to the table. If you can't communicate your value effectively, you won't attract the right partners, leading to less fulfilling and productive relationships. 🎯 Strategic Approach: Success in building these partnerships isn't about random chance. While distributors might appreciate your brand story, unique flavors, or quality, if you can't clearly communicate the value your brand brings to their portfolio, it's unlikely they'll engage further. Knowing what distributors seek and defining your value proposition accordingly is key. 📊 Understanding KPIs: Key performance indicators (KPIs) like points of distribution, rate of sale, cases per delivery, and profit per delivery are crucial. Tailoring your brand strategy to resonate with these needs can create stronger partnerships and drive growth. 📅 Stay Tuned: This week, we'll dive into these KPIs and explore how aligning your brand strategy with them can lead to stronger distributor relationships and increased success. 🤔 Key Question: When presenting to a distributor, ask yourself: How does my brand add value to their portfolio, and how can I communicate that value most effectively? #BeverageIndustry #DistributionStrategy #BrandGrowth #MarketAnalysis #SalesOptimization #BusinessStrategy #FiveStarBeverage #FiveStarStrategy

Why should major retailers be interested in your innovative brand? It may seem obvious, but I've seen many companies fail to do sufficient due diligence before talking to retailers. This usually means a significant revenue and brand awareness opportunity is lost for 6 – 12 months. Having a thorough understanding of your market and what the retailers are looking for is one of the most important steps to successfully persuading them to list your brand. Here are 9 questions to help with the process: Market ✹ How big is the market for your product – volume and value ✹ What is the realistic market share could you win? ✹ How price sensitive is the market – commodity, premium, niche or mass Product & Retailer ✹ What are the unique needs met by your product? ✹ How is it different from in market competitors? ✹ What is its value proposition - (premium/mass/budget) ✹ How much will customers be willing to pay? ✹ What will your product do for the target retailers? ✹ Will it enhance category value, margin, volume, drive more consumer traffic? Demonstrating an understanding of how each of the above impacts the retailer’s business is a vital part of persuading them that your brand is right for them. #founders #founder #consumergoods #fmcg #cofounders

Why should major retailers be interested in your innovative brand? It may seem obvious, but I've seen many companies fail to do sufficient due diligence before talking to retailers. This usually means a significant revenue and brand awareness opportunity is lost for 6 – 12 months. Having a thorough understanding of your market and what the retailers are looking for is one of the most important steps to successfully persuading them to list your brand. Here are 9 questions to help with the process: Market ✹ How big is the market for your product – volume and value ✹ What is the realistic market share could you win? ✹ How price sensitive is the market – commodity, premium, niche or mass Product & Retailer ✹ What are the unique needs met by your product? ✹ How is it different from in market competitors? ✹ What is its value proposition - (premium/mass/budget) ✹ How much will customers be willing to pay? ✹ What will your product do for the target retailers? ✹ Will it enhance category value, margin, volume, drive more consumer traffic? Demonstrating an understanding of how each of the above impacts the retailer’s business is a vital part of persuading them that your brand is right for them. #founders #founder #consumergoods #fmcg #cofounders

Distributors can’t build your brand’s foundation—they’re here to help you scale it. 🚀 A productive and successful distribution partnership begins with a brand that has a clear identity, a strategic plan, and a way to truly engage consumers. Without these, even the best distributors are limited in what they can do. In my years running a distribution company, I’ve seen it firsthand: rate of sale isn’t a distribution problem—it’s a brand problem. Distributors can get your product onto shelves, but it’s up to your brand to make sure it moves. 🟢 Build a brand that resonates: Craft a strong brand identity that stands out and connects with consumers, no matter where you are. 🟢 Own your growth: Distributors are there to scale what you’ve established, not create it from scratch. Taking ownership sets your brand up for success. When brands take accountability and build a solid foundation, distribution evolves from a logistical hurdle into a growth-driving asset. Ready to transform your approach and make distributors your strongest advocates? Let’s connect and create a strategy that drives real, scalable success. #DistributionStrategy #BrandGrowth #BeverageConsulting #StrategicPartnerships #ScalableSuccess #FiveStarBeverage

Distributors can’t build your brand’s foundation—they’re there to scale what you’ve already built. 🚀 This is a crucial lesson I learned during my years on the distribution side of the industry. Creating a strong brand identity, a clear strategy, and engaging consumers is what sets you up for success. #BrandGrowth #DistributionStrategy #ScalableSuccess #BeverageConsulting

Why should major retailers be interested in your innovative brand? It may seem obvious, but I've seen many companies fail to do sufficient due diligence before talking to retailers. This usually means a significant revenue and brand awareness opportunity is lost for 6 – 12 months. Having a thorough understanding of your market and what the retailers are looking for is one of the most important steps to successfully persuading them to list your brand. Here are 9 questions to help with the process: Market ✹ How big is the market for your product – volume and value ✹ What is the realistic market share could you win? ✹ How price sensitive is the market – commodity, premium, niche or mass Product & Retailer ✹ What are the unique needs met by your product? ✹ How is it different from in market competitors? ✹ What is its value proposition - (premium/mass/budget) ✹ How much will customers be willing to pay? ✹ What will your product do for the target retailers? ✹ Will it enhance category value, margin, volume, drive more consumer traffic? Demonstrating an understanding of how each of the above impacts the retailer’s business is a vital part of persuading them that your brand is right for them. #founders #founder #consumergoods #fmcg #cofounders

Why should major retailers be interested in your innovative brand? It may seem obvious, but I've seen many companies fail to do sufficient due diligence before talking to retailers. This usually means a significant revenue and brand awareness opportunity is lost for 6 – 12 months. Having a thorough understanding of your market and what the retailers are looking for is one of the most important steps to successfully persuading them to list your brand. Here are 9 questions to help with the process: Market ✹ How big is the market for your product – volume and value ✹ What is the realistic market share could you win? ✹ How price sensitive is the market – commodity, premium, niche or mass Product & Retailer ✹ What are the unique needs met by your product? ✹ How is it different from in market competitors? ✹ What is its value proposition - (premium/mass/budget) ✹ How much will customers be willing to pay? ✹ What will your product do for the target retailers? ✹ Will it enhance category value, margin, volume, drive more consumer traffic? Demonstrating an understanding of how each of the above impacts the retailer’s business is a vital part of persuading them that your brand is right for them. #founders #founder #consumergoods #fmcg #cofounders

Why should major retailers be interested in your innovative brand? It may seem obvious, but I've seen many companies fail to do sufficient due diligence before talking to retailers. This usually means a significant revenue and brand awareness opportunity is lost for 6 – 12 months. Having a thorough understanding of your market and what the retailers are looking for is one of the most important steps to successfully persuading them to list your brand. Here are 9 questions to help with the process: Market ✹ How big is the market for your product – volume and value ✹ What is the realistic market share could you win? ✹ How price sensitive is the market – commodity, premium, niche or mass Product & Retailer ✹ What are the unique needs met by your product? ✹ How is it different from in market competitors? ✹ What is its value proposition - (premium/mass/budget) ✹ How much will customers be willing to pay? ✹ What will your product do for the target retailers? ✹ Will it enhance category value, margin, volume, drive more consumer traffic? Demonstrating an understanding of how each of the above impacts the retailer’s business is a vital part of persuading them that your brand is right for them. #founders #founder #consumergoods #fmcg #cofounders

Of course, brand awareness helps in increased recognition and thereby sales. But, are there other benefits too? Well YES, here are a few: 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲: When a company with high brand awareness enters new markets, it often faces less resistance and can quickly gain traction. 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐑: Companies with high brand awareness often find it easier to get media coverage. 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Talented individuals are more likely to want to work for a company that is well-known and respected. 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐜𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬: Over time, increased brand awareness can reduce customer acquisition costs as customers will be more receptive. 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬: Companies with high brand awareness are often approached for partnerships or collaborations. This can drive growth and innovation. 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫: Companies with strong brands have more leverage in negotiations with suppliers, distributors, or other partners. #brandbuilding #corporatebranding #longterm

Why should major retailers be interested in your innovative brand? It may seem obvious, but I've seen many companies fail to do sufficient due diligence before talking to retailers. This usually means a significant revenue and brand awareness opportunity is lost for 6 – 12 months. Having a thorough understanding of your market and what the retailers are looking for is one of the most important steps to successfully persuading them to list your brand. Here are 9 questions to help with the process: Market ✹ How big is the market for your product – volume and value ✹ What is the realistic market share could you win? ✹ How price sensitive is the market – commodity, premium, niche or mass Product & Retailer ✹ What are the unique needs met by your product? ✹ How is it different from in market competitors? ✹ What is its value proposition - (premium/mass/budget) ✹ How much will customers be willing to pay? ✹ What will your product do for the target retailers? ✹ Will it enhance category value, margin, volume, drive more consumer traffic? Demonstrating an understanding of how each of the above impacts the retailer’s business is a vital part of persuading them that your brand is right for them. #founders #founder #consumergoods #fmcg #cofounders