Episode 197: Unlocking the Secrets to Scaling with Co-Packers: The 6-Step Guide with Ashley Sutterfield
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Are you an emerging food entrepreneur feeling some growing pains, wondering how you’ll grow your production? Ashley Sutterfield, the founder of Co-Packing with Ashley and of Sage Consulting, joins us on this episode to lay out the 6 steps to scaling YOUR production with the RIGHT co-packer. Ashley has TONS of expertise to share with CPG brands that know they want to have a solid production process that works for them.
In this episode, you will be able to:
🤝 Know the key steps to prepare for effectively scaling production using copackers
🤝 Plan ahead proactively for the next steps in finding your scaling solution
🤝 Embrace values-based partnerships to ensure the right fit for your biz
🤝 Understand the importance of thorough research and due diligence in choosing a co-packer
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MEET ASHLEY SUTTERFIELD OF CO-PACKING WITH ASHLEY
Ashley supports small business food entrepreneurs who are selling product at farmers markets and retail stores. She offers her extensive insight to small business owners who have big dreams, and big questions about how to scale your production.
Co-Packing with Ashley is a radical approach to co-packing. One based on relationship and values. It’s an approach where Ashley encourages brands to take it one step at a time and take the calm path to finding the right co-packer.
As she’s worked with brands Ashley has realized that there's a simple process to find the right co-packer, but it isn't always easy. The pressure to scale your production can be intense so Ashley has broken it down into 6 simple steps. Simple, but comprehensive. Don't worry about what you don't know yet. Ashley will guide you every step of the way through her course, Co-Packing & Beyond.
Find the link to her course, Co-Packing & Beyond, here! You can use the code “ALLISON” to receive 10% off on eligible offers.
SPONSORED BY: OUR WHOLESALE SUCCESS SYSTEM WORKSHOP!
This episode is sponsored by my Wholesale Success System Workshop! This FREE training is for all my listeners who know that they want to take control of their sales, land on more shelves, and have higher sales once they’re there. I’ll outline my simple sales system so that you can repeat this process in your biz. Follow this link to save your spot and join us!