Expanding into new markets can boost scale—or dilute impact.

This breakout explores how market entry affects valuation, resource allocation, and investor confidence. From timing and team readiness to regulatory friction and brand stretch, discover what early-stage pet companies must weigh before going global. Understand when expansion creates value—and when it puts it at risk.

Unleash your profit potential and dominate online sales with savvy digital marketing moves.

From pinpoint targeting to data-driven magic, learn how to captivate pet parents, boost engagement, and turn clicks into loyal customers in a bustling e-commerce pack.

Getting into retail is a milestone—but one with serious cost, complexity, and risk. This breakout dives into what early-stage pet brands must know before pursuing retail: from pitching buyers and funding shelf strategy to navigating distributor relationships and demand planning. Understand what retailers look for, how to build leverage, and whether the shelf is really your next best move.

2.45-3.00 – Meeting 12

3.05-3.20 – Meeting 13

3.25-3.40 – Meeting 14

Three disruptors share what they’re changing—across care delivery, commerce, and connection—and why now is the time. From bold pivots to new models, discover how they’re unlocking growth, challenging legacy thinking, and reshaping the pet industry from the inside out.

From retail to tech, every corner of the pet industry wants to support vets—but best efforts often unintentionally increase workloads. This breakout tackles the disconnects between intent and impact.

Explore best practice to become a true partner in veterinary delivery and what clinics actually need. 

12.50-1.05 – Meeting Slot 9

1.10-1.35 – Meeting Slot 10

1.40-2.00 – Meeting Slot 11