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Join us on July 17th for Naturally New York's inaugural Investor Bootcamp: Demystifying Debt and Equity Raises. Finding the right type of funding for your business - debt or equity - can be daunting at any stage. Thank you to Naturally New York for organizing this valuable educational series that gives founders and management teams the tools to secure the funding they need, straight from the decision-makers themselves. 🔥 Fireside Chat on Debt Financing: -Featuring Ben Brachot from Dwight Funding, alongside experts Irina Sirota from Bank of America and Stephen Plattman from Anchin. -Explore different debt products, due diligence, risk assessment, and the optimal times to engage with financing firms. 🔥 Fireside Chat on Equity Financing: -Hear from investors Melissa Dolan from Emil Capital Partners, Denise Lambertson from CONSTELLATION CAPITAL, and Erin Lambroza from L Catterton. -Learn how to approach a VC round, from pre-seed to Series D, and discover what investors look for in a deal. Networking Opportunities: -Connect with panelists and peers over drinks and appetizers. 📍 Location: New York City 🗓 Date: July 17th 👉 Register Now: https://bit.ly/3xKKIJr

JUNE 2024 AT A GLANCE 📸 It was an exciting month in NYC for the DTC and Consumer industries! We had a blast attending, speaking at, and sponsoring some fantastic events, including FounderMade, BevNET.com & Nosh.com LIVE, Naturally New York Pitch Slams, and Specialty Food Association's Summer Fancy Food Show. It was great putting faces to names and having in-person conversations with founders and service providers in Beauty, Food & Beverage, and more from all across the country. A huge thank you to everyone who traveled to the city and joined us at Dwight Funding's panels and events. Your support and participation were invaluable. Here’s to more connections and collaborations in the future! Check out some of our favorite moments from June below👇

Catch Jessica Bates on the main stage at Specialty Food Association's Summer Fancy Food Show next week! 'Fund Your Future: A Panel with Naturally New York' takes place on Tuesday, 6/25 at 10am ET and will cover best practices for founders seeking growth capital for their food & beverage business. See you all at the Javitz Center 🔜 Grace Gould, Natalie Anna Borowski, Roy Chin, Jeff Grogg

It's almost time for the annual UnFancy Cocktail Party following the Summer Fancy Food Show in NYC ☀ ⏰ Space is filling up quickly; Claim your spot before registration closes next week! Just a short walk from the Javits Center, join us and your peers in the food & beverage industry on 6/24 at Lavan Studios for complimentary cocktails & food provided by Carbone Fine Food. Thank you to our hosts Green Circle Capital Partners and Corient for leading the charge and organizing an incredible group of sponsors, including Anchin, Propeller Industries, Naturally New York, BeyondBrands, The Sawtooth Group, and Golenbock Eiseman Assor Bell & Peskoe LLP REGISTER FOR THE UNFANCY COCKTAIL PARTY TODAY: https://bit.ly/3z4n6zW Specialty Food Association #SummerFancyFoodShow #FoodandBeverage

Thank you for having us Austin and Chicago! What cities should we visit next? #CPG #DTC #FoodandBeverage #Community #WorkingCapital #AssetBasedLending

"The pendulum is swinging back to a more healthy mix of equity and credit." -Ben Brachot 🔄 Insightful interview with our co-founder in Modern Retail this week, highlighting the importance of a balanced capital mix and strong relationships in today's fundraising environment. Don't miss the full piece by the talented Anna Hensel for more exclusive insights from Ben, as well as Michael Duda of Bullish. Available now for Modern Retail subscribers: https://bit.ly/3X0FVO4 #StartupFunding #ConsumerBrands #AssetBasedLending #DwightFunding #ModernRetail

From delays in vendor payments to supply chain disruptions and emergency expenses, predicting your cash balance can feel like trying to hit a moving target 🎯 Luckily, there's a silver lining: A 13-Week Cash Flow model can mitigate surprises and make you the expert on your own cash flow. Last week, we unveiled our Practical Guide to Establishing a 13-Week Cash Flow Model, along with our FREE 13-Week Cash Flow Template, developed in collaboration with Eventus Advisory Group, LLC. Tailored specifically for brands like yours, this template is your key to financial planning. By analyzing historical data, you'll uncover trends and patterns that empower proactive decision-making. It's time to say goodbye to guesswork. Take advantage of our FREE template and management guide on our blog ➡ https://bit.ly/3Ui92tg #CPG #CashFlowManagement #FinancialStability #DwightFunding #EventusAdvisoryGroup

Are unpredictable cash flows keeping you up at night? The first step to mastering your business's cash flow is to understand it, and in the fast-paced world of consumer goods, we know how challenging that can be. Introducing our latest resource, the Practical Guide to Establishing a 13-Week Cash Flow Model, in collaboration with full-service fractional accounting firm Eventus Advisory Group, LLC. 🚀 In this comprehensive guide, we've streamlined how to set up and maintain your 13-Week Cash Flow model into eight straightforward steps, so you can gain crystal-clear visibility into your cash movements, detect potential shortfalls early, and make informed decisions that drive your business forward. 🔍 Here's what you'll learn: 1️⃣ Define clear objectives and assign accountability 2️⃣ Gather historical data to inform your forecasts 3️⃣ Set up a streamlined 13-week cash flow model 4️⃣ Develop realistic assumptions for accurate projections 5️⃣ Conduct weekly reviews and adjustments for real-time insights 6️⃣ Utilize actionable insights for informed decision-making 7️⃣ Communicate effectively with key stakeholders 8️⃣ Additional tips for success! Ready to take control? Get started with your 13-Week Cash Flow today: https://bit.ly/4aIk0zl . . . . . . . . Greg Lopez, Mark Stoller, Ben Brachot, Jessica Bates, #CashFlowManagement #13WeekCashFlow #CPG #CPGLender #FinancialSuccess

Curious where investors are placing their bets in CPG? 👀 💰 Explore our Q1 Fundraising Index to see which brands have investors redirecting their attention (and funds) back to Consumer. Our comprehensive Consumer Fundraising Index covers the latest equity raises across a variety of industries, including but not limited to: ✔ Food ✔ Beverage ✔ Beauty ✔ Fashion + Apparel ✔ Wellness + Personal Care ✔ Outdoor Don't miss our full Q1 Consumer Review for a detailed look at the consumer product trends shaping the industry in 2024. Visit our blog today! Click for more Q1 insights ➡ https://bit.ly/4aIlXvu . . . . . #cpg #consumerpackagedgoods #consumertrends #fundraising #cpglender #dwightfunding #assetbasedlending #markettrends