Creating Lasting Change in CPG
SKU: The Nation's Leading Consumer Products Accelerator

What We Do

SKU provides an ecosystem that creates lasting change in CPG by providing all the resources founders need to accelerate the growth of their brands.  SKU’s world-class program is driven by a community of the nation’s top CPG leaders, successful founders and industry experts. Our intensive programs offer best-in-class education, hand-picked teams of  mentors and access to retailers and investors, all dedicated to building brands that change lives.

Spring 2024 Track

The SKU Report: The Latest CPG News

SKU Spring ’24 Track Showcases Innovation

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Each of seven brands in the SKU Spring ’24 Track brings innovation to their category. They include a line of lightweight, packable meals created by an adventurer, a pet wellness brand developed by a veterinarian and a beauty brand born from the founder’s  personal struggle with psoriasis.

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Experts Share top Consumer Product Trend predictions for ’24

Experts Share top Consumer Product Trend predictions for ’24 700 500 Michelle Breyer

SKU experts share their trend predictions that will shape the consumer product industry in 2024 – from pet to beauty to food.

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Deduction Management for CPG Startups: The Five Keys to Success

Deduction Management for CPG Startups: The Five Keys to Success 700 500 Claire Pelton

When it comes to deductions management, there are some key areas that can provide more consistency between the amount invoiced and amount you’re paid.

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Top Tips for Managing Trade Spend TO Maximize ROI

Top Tips for Managing Trade Spend TO Maximize ROI 700 500 Vividly

Managing trade promotions is vital for CPG brands like yours. Here are some tips for how to manage trade spend to maximize ROI.

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The SKU Ecosystem

SKU surrounds stellar startups with a powerful ecosystem that provides the tools and skills necessary to scale.

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12 Weeks of guided development, Stellar Curriculum, Cohort of Entrepreneurs

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SKU is for you if...

You are a consumer product startup with traction and market validation, ready to take the next steps to scale.