GROW

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The Food Business Startup System

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The GROW program is for entrepreneurs developing and launching new food products in U.S.A.

Regulatory Compliance

From home-based businesses to large multi-nationals everyone has to start somewhere. Laying the groundwork for your business on a solid foundation that is in compliance with the applicable laws comes first. Take our quiz to know the actions you must take to be in compliance with the law.

Product Development

the excitement of development a product from a recipe is a journey. Let’s take it together. Download a checklist of the key steps in your product development process and get to know when to ask for help.

Scale-up and Manufacturing

The Business Plan

Learn how to put your business plan into action writing and implementing programs, plans, taking action to hire, training, and business the system that will make the vision come to life.

It is during the manufacturing step that every plan can come to a standstill. Benchtop recipes aren’t the same as the scale of manufacturing, and small differences in equipment, mixing, or timing can cause unexpected delays and require careful adjustment.

From packaging to shelf space, from marketing to transportation, and advertising to market insights, commercialization is the ultimate goal and driving ambition. Make it successful!

Commercialization

Day One

Arrive & Meet

As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.

Check-In

9:00 – 9:30am

Group Activity

11:00am

Lunch Break

12:30pm

Creative Workshop

2:00pm

Dinner

6:30pm

Day Two

Set Intentions & Reflect

Together, we pause to consider our goals, hopes, and direction. This is about aligning with ourselves and with the journey ahead. This is a chance to reconnect with what brought you here—your questions, your hopes, your turning points—and consider how they’ve shifted or deepened.

Check-In

9:00 – 9:30am

Group Activity

11:00am

Lunch Break

12:30pm

Creative Workshop

2:00pm

Dinner

6:30pm

Day Three

Look Forward & Wrap Up

We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.

Check-In

9:00 – 9:30am

Group Activity

11:00am

Lunch Break

12:30pm

Creative Workshop

2:00pm

Dinner

6:30pm

  • "What I love most is the flexibility. I can go at my own pace, revisit lessons, and keep learning whenever it works for me."

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  • "Even as a total beginner, I never felt lost. The step-by-step structure and encouragement along the way made all the difference."

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  • "This has been such a worthwhile investment in myself."

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How It Works

  • Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.

  • Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.

  • After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.

  • We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.

  • Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.

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