In this session you’ll hear first-hand from the leaders of four local manufacturing companies who have chosen to launch or re-locate their businesses in Denver. Learn how these entrepreneurs are addressing the considerations of what are both artisan yet provocative industries, right here in Denver (and yes sausage can be provocative!). Hear about the trials, tribulations and successes that come with manufacturing high-quality, artisan products with a focus on craftsmanship over commodity. We’ll tackle it all… from maximizing market opportunities and operational considerations to labor issues and navigating policy, regulatory and legal hurdles. Gain insights into the manufacturing trends and innovations in automation, engineering, production and supply chain management these companies are embracing to gain an edge in delivering high quality products, faster and more efficiently than ever.

Come early and stay late for giveaways and goodies!

Confirmed Panelists:

Gerry Spoor, President, Top Brass
(Sells reconditioned brass to reloaders and retailers. Recently relocated headquarters from Salida to Denver)

Al Laws
Founder, Laws Whiskey
(Craft distillery specializing in high quality distilled Bourbon. Recently opened warehouse and distillery in Denver.)

Lynn Honderd
Co-Founder & CEO, Mary's Medicinals
(Best known as the developer and exclusive distributor of the Transdermal Cannabis Patch, Mary's Medicinals is a wellness company innovating at the intersection of engineering and horticulture. Mary's is focused on transforming how people view and utilize cannabis, developing products that isolate the benefits of cannabis and other vital plant extracts for optimum patient care.)

Cami Mulholland
Continental Sausage, maker of CharcūtNuvo
(Winner of ColoradoBiz's 2015 Top Company in manufacturing. Four-family generations of culinary artisanship, a passionate and community-focused husband and wife leadership team)

Chad Coleman, Co-Founder & CEO, Agency Ascend
(Ascend is a local website design & development company focused on brand strategy, conversion optimization and marketing campaigns).

Moderator:

Brandy Whalen, President, Whalen Media

Session brought to you by Impact Point Marketing and Whalen Media. Learn more at: www.impactpointmarketing.com