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” Performance
• Benza Maman’s Introduction and Duet
• “Walk Each Other Home” Performance
• Introduction to “Generation C”
• Pillars of Conscious Capitalism
• Elevating Workplaces and Self
• Jenna Roth’s Breathwork Session
• Panelist Introductions
• Early Consumer Insights in CPG
• Wellness Market Trends
• Personal Wellness in Business
• Fun and Balance in Brand Building
• Pivotal Growth Decisions
• Sustainable Scaling and Structure
• KPIs and Planning for Growth
• Managing Cash Flow and Inventory
• Marketing Strategies and Advocacy
• Financial Pitfalls and Sophistication
• Culture as a Financial Asset
• Assessing Brand Culture
• Internal Rituals and Leadership
• Stakeholder Engagement and Feedback
• AI and People-First Approach
• Traits of Conscious Leaders
• Audience Q&A: Retention & Choosing Investors

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