August 9–10, 2025 | The Bygone Hotel | Wimberley, TX

Founders in Food
From Pop-Up to Product

CPG Founders join us for networking retreat in the Texas Hill Country

Whether you’re slinging tacos at a farmers market or prepping the launch of your first packaged sauceβ€”this one’s for the flavor-forward founders turning their culinary passion into something shelf-ready.

Join us for a weekend retreat designed to help food & beverage creatives grow their business from grassroots to go-to brand. You’ll connect with industry mentors, workshop your packaging and pitch, and unwind with fellow founders who get it.

Who It’s For

This retreat is ideal for:
πŸ‹ existing Consumer Package Goods brand leaders
🌢️ Anyone building a food brand with heart

Whether you’re DTC or dreaming of your first wholesale deal, you’ll leave with tools to grow your product and your confidence.

What’s Included

  • Two days of programming in a serene hilltop setting

  • Breakout sessions on pricing, pitching, co-packing, and compliance

  • Mentorship panels with founders who’ve done it

  • Brand & packaging critiques by design professionals

  • Hands-on tastings and feedbackβ€”bring your product!

  • Farm-to-table meals and curated happy hours

  • Access to our Founders Lounge for downtime and networking

  • Optional lodging on-site at The Bygone

Sample Sessions

🌢 Scaling Spice: How to Manufacture Without Losing Flavor
πŸ“¦ From Farmers Market to Whole Foods: Retail Readiness
πŸ§ƒ Shelf Appeal: Packaging That Pops & Tells a Story
πŸ’Ό Legal & Labeling: What You Need to Know Before You Scale
πŸ’Έ Money Talk: Pricing, Margins, and Funding Your First Run

Why The Bygone?

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country, The Bygone Hotel is a boutique stay made for gathering. With sunset views, lush gardens, and intimate indoor-outdoor spaces, it’s the kind of place where good ideas (and good meals) come to life.

EXPERIENCES & AMENITITES:

  • Our build-your-own-retreat model allows you to enjoy as much or as little structured time as you’d like. This flexible schedule allows you to enjoy plenty of free time, thoughtful conversation, rest and fun!

    *early check in Thursday available

    THURSDAY

    12:00-4:00 pm Standard Arrival/Check-In

    4:00-5:00 pm Welcome Session

    5:30-6:30 pm Mixology Class

    7:00-8:30 pm Chef Dinner

    FRIDAY

    8:00–10:00 am Breakfast

    11:00-12:00 pm Plate & Sip

    12:00–1:00 pm Lunch

    2:00-3:00 pm Bouquet Making Class

    5:30-6:30 pm Mixology Class

    7:00-9:00 pm Dinner in Town

    SATURDAY

    7:00-7:45 am Optional Fitness Class

    8:00–10:00 am Breakfast

    11:00–12:00 pm Morning Experience

    12:00–1:00 pm Lunch

    1:00-4:00 pm Free Time (pool, hiking, sauna, cold plunge)

    4:00-5:30 pm Afternoon Experience

    5:30-6:30 pm Mixology Class

    7:00-9:00 pm Chef Dinner

    SUNDAY

    7:00-7:45 am Optional Fitness Class

    8:00–9:00 am Breakfast

    9:30–10:30 am Closing Session

    11:00 am Departure

    Subject to change. Everything is optional. A full schedule of available experiences will be sent one week prior to retreat.

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Reserve Your Spot

πŸ—“οΈ August 9–10, 2025
πŸ’΅ $425 for weekend access | Optional add-on for lodging
🎟️ Early bird ends June 15

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