Tyson is the fifth head since 1935 of the world-renowned Hayden Planetarium in New York City and the first occupant of its Frederick P. Rose Directorship. He is also a research associate of the Department of Astrophysics at the American Museum of Natural History.

Daymond John has been a phenomenally successful business person for over 25 years. Along his entrepreneurial journey, through his many successes as well as failures, he has learned a few things about getting the best out of business and life. The keys to success include learning how to establish the right mindset and following a few fundamental principles Daymond calls his "S.H.A.R.K Points”.

Mike Posner is a Grammy-nominated songwriter, celebrated recording artist, and motivational thought leader. Over the past decade, Mike has built an extraordinary career in the music industry, accumulating over a billion streams worldwide and selling millions of records. However, Mike’s journey has transcended music. He walked across America in 2019, an inspiring 3,000-mile pilgrimage, and in 2021, he summited Mount Everest. Both experiences reshaped his outlook on life and gave him a deeper understanding of resilience, personal growth, and the human spirit. Known for his chart-topping hits like "I Took A Pill In Ibiza" and "Cooler Than Me," Mike’s career reflects the intersection of creativity, vulnerability, and authenticity. Today, as a keynote speaker, Mike draws from his journey across the country and up the world’s tallest mountain to deliver impactful messages of perseverance, growth, and courage. His keynote speeches inspire audiences across industries—from corporate boardrooms to university auditoriums—challenging them to face fear, push boundaries, and act with purpose. Mike’s keynotes are designed to not only motivate but also provide actionable steps that empower individuals to grow personally and professionally, leading them to tap into their fullest potential.

A trailblazer in data-accelerated ecommerce, Dave has built category leading technology and capabilities to help hundreds of brands accelerate their online commerce in more than 60 countries around the world.

Sarah Jahnke is the CEO of Homecourt, a collection of beauty products for the home that she co-founded with Courteney Cox. Before starting Homecourt, Sarah worked in the beauty industry at L'Oreal, most recently as the Head of Marketing of Viktor & Rolf fragrances, but also with other luxury brands including Armani, YSL, Ralph Lauren and Maison Margiela. Prior to L'Oreal, Sarah worked as a management consultant at PwC. She is a graduate of the University of Chicago, earning both her BA and MBA. After living in NYC, Chicago, and Dallas, Sarah is now based in LA and enjoys outdoor workouts at DMN8, skiing in Sun Valley, and capturing her adventures and aperitifs on Instagram at @cocktailsandcarryons.

Hayden Wadsworth is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of HydroJug, a rapidly growing health and wellness brand focused on innovative hydration products. Under Hayden’s leadership, HydroJug has evolved from a simple idea into a nationally recognized name, earning acclaim in publications like Forbes and ranking as high as #33 on the Inc. 5000. With a keen eye for design and a commitment to quality, Hayden fosters a culture of innovation, integrity, and customer-centric thinking that propels HydroJug’s continued success in helping people stay hydrated and achieve their wellness goals.

Jamie Roller is a marketplace strategist and operator with over a decade of experience in consulting, eCommerce, and consumer goods. As Director of Marketplaces at Dr. Squatch, Jamie leads growth strategies for Amazon and other digital retailers. With a background in strategy consulting at Kearney, Jamie focuses on scaling profitable marketplace businesses through go-to-market strategies.

Destaney Wishon is the CEO of BTR Media, a retail media agency specializing in Amazon Advertising. With over eight years of experience in the field, she has become a leading voice in the industry, driving impactful strategies for brands to maximize growth on the platform. Known for her thought leadership, Destaney is passionate about sharing insights and empowering businesses through education, both on LinkedIn and her podcast, "Better Advertising with BTR Media." Under her leadership, BTR Media is a trusted partner for brands navigating the complexities of retail media.

Justin Honaman leads the worldwide Retail and Consumer Goods industry strategy and Business Development team at Amazon Web Services (AWS). His team’s focus within Retail and CPG is on delivering supply chain, ecommerce, data / analytics and digital engagement business solutions for customers globally. Justin has spent the majority of his career in Consumer Goods and Retail both on the customer side (Coca-Cola, Georgia Pacific) as well as the technology / consulting side (Accenture, EY). In the industry and community, Justin serves on the board for the Georgia Technology Authority (GTA), Consumer Goods Technology (CGT), Western Michigan Food Marketing Association, and Leadership Atlanta. Justin lives in Atlanta, Georgia.

John oversees go-to-market activities for the company and its partners. Prior to joining Pattern, John ran marketing for the Google Cloud business at Rackspace and has held a variety of global marketing roles with leading tech companies including Apple, Cisco, and Ciena. He holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management, an MSW from Columbia University, and a B.A. in Communications from Brigham Young University.

Gabi Viljoen, MBA, is the Head of eCommerce at Nestlé Health Science, with extensive experience in Amazon strategy and eCommerce operations. She has driven significant growth at companies like Garden of Life, Nuun, and Vital Proteins, implementing innovative strategies across the different functions of retail media and operations. Gabi’s diverse background includes eCommerce go-to-market strategies and a successful career as a professional waterskier representing South Africa. She holds a Bachelor’s in International Business and an MBA with a double major in Management and Marketing, alongside numerous certifications in eCommerce and digital marketing.

Scott Needham is a seasoned Amazon Marketplace developer and entrepreneur. He began selling in 2013, while focusing on software and automation. This led him to found SmartScout. Scott serves thousands of sellers and brands to understand the marketplace through data.

Rob leads worldwide operations at Pattern—the largest 3P seller across global marketplaces. His team is paramount in executing supply chain, inventory management, and the underlying technology that fuels Pattern’s continued growth. Prior to Pattern, Rob was the youngest operations executive at Amazon, leading large teams within inbound processing, FBA, and robotics. Following his time at Amazon, Rob spent 4 years building Whitebox, a next generation ecommerce fulfillment services company, as the COO.

As National Key Accounts Manager at Host Defense Mushrooms, Courtney Beaulieu leads eCommerce strategy for major retailers, including Amazon, Walmart, and Target, as well as Food/Drug/Mass channels like CVS, Walgreens, and Publix. With a decade of experience in the vitamin, mineral, and supplement category, she has partnered with over 25 brands during her agency tenure, driving growth through data-driven strategies, brand storytelling and UMAP compliance. Courtney Beaulieu holds a B.A. from Western Washington University and resides in the Pacific Northwest.

Tryg is the President of Pattern Creators (previously Current), focused on empowering brands in their quest to dominate influencer marketing, ambassador programs and content. Prior to Pattern/Current Tryg led the InfluencerID product as SVP of Influencers & Content at ZEFR. InfluencerID served as the premium data partner brands used to build influencer campaigns, measure campaign performance and activate paid media. Under Tryg's leadership, ZEFR became the leader in data-driven influencer marketing. Tryg has built and overseen hundreds of integrations, series and brand partnerships. He has worked with over 300 different brands building marketing strategy, creative process, and go to market launches. Tryg has written for AdWeek and MediaPost and has given brand summits at tent pole events like AdWeek, Vidcon, and Cannes Lions. Prior to ZEFR, Tryg was the Founder and CEO of Engodo, an influencer data and activation company. Engodo was acquired by ZEFR in 2014, where Tryg's product saw triple digit growth every year. Tryg also serves as an active advisor to many startups in the Utah and Los Angeles communities.

George leads marketing initiatives as the CMO at Cozy Earth. George's expertise in digital and growth marketing specifically focuses on ecommerce optimization, performance marketing, and brand storytelling.

Priya Saiprasad is the Co-Founder and General Partner at Touring Capital. She co-founded Touring after 13 years in venture capital, M&A, and enterprise tech, partnering with entrepreneurs building AI-enabled software businesses. Previously, she was a Partner at SoftBank Vision Fund, leading investments in Pixis, Vendr, Observe.ai, CommerceIQ, Sendoso, and Skedulo. She also worked at Mayfield Fund and M12 (Microsoft’s Venture Fund), investing in Go1, Workboard, PandaDoc, Element AI (acquired by ServiceNow), and Bonsai (acquired by Microsoft). At Square, she led acquisitions in software and machine learning. Priya was named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 in Venture Capital in 2018. She is involved with All Raise, Neythri, and Women in Tech associations. She holds a B.S. in Business Administration from UC Berkeley.

Mitch Casey is a Co-Founder of DIME Beauty. DIME is committed to providing clean and safe alternatives for traditional skincare and beauty products without sacrificing performance. Mitch was co-CEO and CMO for 7 years until March of 2025, when he was elevated to Co-Chairman of the Board. Mitch also co-founded Roe Wellness, SMPL Manufacturing, and another haircare brand. He is Co-Chairman of the Boards of Roe and SMPL.

Jacob Miller is Vice President of Data Science at Pattern, the largest ecommerce accelerator. With deep experience spanning academia, large corporations, and high-growth startups, Jacob combines rigorous methodology with real-world applications. His diverse perspective enables him to clearly separate effective strategies from common pitfalls and hype in AI and data science initiatives.

Tim is an e-commerce and supply chain technology leader, currently serving as the Senior Director for Fulfillment Technology at Chewy. In this role, he oversees a broad scope including Industrial Design, Robotics Engineering, Process Engineering, and Chewy's Warehouse Management System (WMS). Prior to his tenure at Chewy, Tim spent seven years at Amazon, where he led Fulfillment Operations and Robotics Engineering teams. Tim holds a degree in Supply Chain and Information Systems from Penn State and an MBA from Georgetown University. He lives in the Boston area and enjoys spending time away from glowing screens with his wife, two boys, and their hound-mix pup.

Michele McNamara is a veteran sales and marketing leader in the consumer goods industry having held roles at premier CPG companies such as Procter & Gamble, Reckitt Benkiser, Mondelez, Chobani and currently Newell Brands. Passionate about consumers’ shopping journey and experiences, Michele has spent more than a decade focused against architecting and executing Digital and Omni Channel strategy. As Director of Digital Commerce & Omni Activation, Michele is responsible for digital transformation and 360 executions across Newell Brands’ top 25 strategic brands, spanning multiple channels and delivering nearly $1B in revenue. Michele holds an MBA from Canisius University and a B.A. in Advertising from Michigan State University. She resides in the Greater NYC metro area.

Karin Lannertone is the Head of Business Development at Philips Personal Health, North America, where she spearheads new business opportunities across ecommerce, marketplace and leads innovative business models and solutions in the vital areas of maternal health and oral health care. With over 20 years of experience managing Amazon, Karin held the role of Amazon Director of Sales at Philips for seven years and spent 13 years at Amazon in key positions including Retail Vendor Management, Private Label, Marketing, and Business Development. Her time at Amazon provided her with deep expertise in ecommerce, a profound understanding of customer experience, and the skills to build strategic partnerships for lasting business growth. Karin is recognized for her strategic thinking and leadership prowess, coupled with her dedication to cultivating talent and delivering outstanding products and services. She earned her B.A. in Business Administration from the Foster School of Business at the University of Washington.

Marc has over 10 years of experience in ecommerce, with a career spanning both agency and brand roles. Starting in payroll sales, Marc began his ecommerce journey at CPC Strategy, moving from sales to account management and advancing into leadership. For the past six years, Marc has been on the brand side, specializing in both 1P and 3P models. Marc has helped drive Amazon and marketplace growth for brands including Lumin Skin, Meridian Grooming, IGK Beauty, True Classic, and Salt & Stone.

Andrew Bignell is Vice President of Supply Chain at Pattern, the largest ecommerce accelerator, where he leads the teams that manage Pattern's logistics, inventory and operations analytics functions. Andrew's experience extends from MIT to nearly a decade at Amazon, where he launched buildings within Amazon's robotics network and led Amazon's Mexico operations through COVID. In his last role at Amazon, Andrew led the North America Supply Chain Execution group which designed the network topology of Amazon's warehouse network and developed new supply chain innovations.

Ellie Seta is the Director of eCommerce at Super Coffee, overseeing DTC, Amazon and digital marketing. Since joining in 2021, Ellie has transformed Super Coffee's digital presence, successfully positioning it as the second-largest bottled coffee brand on Amazon through innovative full-funnel media strategies and operational excellence. Prior to Super Coffee, Ellie led Brand Strategy at Quiverr, a leading Amazon agency, where she developed marketplace strategies for prominent beauty and wellness brands including Drunk Elephant, OUAI, and Quest Nutrition. With nearly a decade of experience scaling high-growth consumer brands in the digital space, she brings a proven track record of transforming data-driven insights into exceptional business results.

Dave Hedengren has spent over a decade using metrics to make AI systems more intelligent and impactful. He currently leads a data science org at Shopify, building internal LLM tools that boost productivity and accelerate growth. Previously, he was Head of Product Data Science at Waymo, and a Data Science Manager at Apple. At Microsoft AI, he led the evaluation org, pioneering LLM-powered metrics that dramatically improved how AI quality is measured and scaled how training data is made.

Tristen Persons is the founder and CEO of Ikaika, a lifestyle jewelry brand known for its innovative approach to brand building in the age of social media. He launched his first collection of spoon rings in 2017, which sold out instantly thanks to his viral marketing approach. Since then, the brand has evolved with attention to detail in every level of the experience. His focus on execution and storytelling has built a loyal community that's caught the attention of outlets like Shark Tank and Forbes. Through his products Tristen has become known for crafting experiences that resonate.

Don Brett is the President of Pattern Services & Strategic Alliances—the worlds leading ecommerce accelerator—as well as the founder of The Retail eCommerce Club—an exclusive network for executive leaders (100+) built to foster community, collaboration, and career growth among its members. Before joining Pattern, Don held pivotal roles, including GM & Chief Commercial Officer at NBG Home and a significant tenure at Newell Brands, where he spearheaded ecommerce strategies across major platforms. His expertise in digital transformation, combined with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, has marked him as a leader in navigating the complexities of today's digital marketplace.

Douglas Hwang is the VP and Head of Global Digital Commerce at Harry’s. Previously, he has spent time at Amazon, Etsy, Apple, GE, and Nike. Douglas holds a Bachelors of Science from MIT, a Masters of Science from Tufts, and an MBA from MIT Sloan. Outside of work, he is getting lost in the great outdoors, rooting for his hometown Blazers, and trying to wrangle his two young kids with his wife in Brooklyn, NY.

Daren Garcia is the managing partner of the Vorys London office where he leads eControl’s international program. Daren dedicates his practice to the development and implementation of strategies and enforcement systems designed to protect brand value in the omnichannel world. He has counseled many hundreds of brands and manufacturers confronting unauthorized sellers, channel conflict, and other activities disruptive to brand revenues and value. Daren has also led litigation matters against significant gray market sellers disrupting brand value for Vorys’ clients.

Adam Greenhalgh leads the TikTok Shop program at Pattern, overseeing four core functions: shop operations, affiliate recruiting, content strategy, and paid media. With over 10 years of experience in marketing and e-commerce, Adam has been instrumental in scaling Pattern’s TikTok Shop team and driving performance across a portfolio of top brands. He brings deep expertise in creator-led commerce, platform strategy, and operational execution—bridging growth and efficiency in one of the fastest-moving channels in retail.

Megan Moss leads the core Pattern Creators team overseeing creator traffic driving to Amazon. She came to Pattern with 10+ years of brand development, social and influencer management experience from some of the top CPG brands in the world.

As VP eCommerce & OmniChannel, Target and Emerging Platforms North America, Ajay Sharma is responsible for leading the end-to-end eCommerce agenda developing strategies and programs that center on the consumer experience as well as overseeing the executional implementation across all retailers. Ajay has a proven track record in eCommerce & OmniChannel. Prior to his current role, he was a member of the Global eCommerce team in Switzerland, working with key markets as well as with Bayer’s UK Head of eCommerce. Ajay spent the first 10 years of his career progressing through a number of commercial, trade marketing and eCommerce roles across multiple channels at Coca-Cola Bayer Consumer Health, North America, headquartered in Whippany, New Jersey, is among the largest marketers of over-the-counter (OTC) medications in the world. Bayer’s current portfolio of OTC products includes some of the most trusted and recognizable brands in the world, such as Bayer Aspirin, Afrin, Aleve, Alka-Seltzer, Claritin, Lotrimin, Midol, MiraLAX, One-A-Day, and Phillips’.

As Chief International Officer, Brett leads the go-to-market and e-commerce strategies in Pattern’s international markets across Asia, Australia, Europe and Middle East. Prior to this role, Brett oversaw Pattern’s Advertising and Creative teams, driving incremental demand and conversion for hundreds of brands. Before joining Pattern, Brett led both Philips’ Sonicare and Norelco brands for North America.

Adam Poole is Managing Director, Coupang Global, at Coupang, based in Seattle. He directs multiple business models partnering with US brands and sellers to expand and grow their businesses internationally on Coupang’s marketplaces. In Q1 2025, Coupang Global launched a 2P service for brands and sellers where Coupang Global stores, packs, and ships products for sellers, while also handling customer service and returns. Before joining Coupang, Adam led buying and merchandise planning teams for Amazon, Target, and Gap Inc, where he contributed to the launch of Amazon Fresh Stores at Amazon as a member of the founding team and developed and launched the apparel brand Goodfellow & Co at Target. Adam is a graduate student earning a master's degree in political science from Indiana University. He earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from the College of Saint Scholastica (Duluth, MN).

Lauren is a full time tech employee by day and TikTok Shop affiliate and content creator by night. She has grown a community showcasing authentic product reviews and brand collaborations to help drive sales and visibility for brands on TikTok Shop. She loves to ski, hike, surf and hang with her dog, Winnie.

Peter Jasinski is Deputy General Counsel, International, at Coupang, based in Seoul. He directs the legal support for Coupang’s Rocket Overseas businesses, bringing products from around the world to Korean customers. He also leads the legal teams supporting AI and search technology initiatives in Seattle and Mountain View, as well as the private label business in Korea. Before joining Coupang, Peter was an attorney at Amazon, where he supported a broad range of innovative businesses, including Amazon Web Services, ecommerce, private brands, and online pharmacy. He began his legal career at Latham & Watkins LLP in Los Angeles. Peter holds a JD from UCLA School of Law, where he was a member of the UCLA Law Review. He earned master’s and bachelor’s degrees from Brigham Young University.

Richard Thaler is a seasoned Digital Producer and Digital Manager with a decade of experience driving multichannel digital strategies, enhancing brand ecosystems, and implementing enterprise-level content management solutions. As Digital Manager and Producer at PBI-Gordon Companies, Richard successfully spearheaded digital transformations, notably through the implementation of their company wide Digital Asset and Product Information Management system, significantly improving sales and marketing collaboration. As the founder and Creative Director of PixelySimple, he specializes in innovative digital content creation and AI-driven marketing solutions for small businesses. Richard brings expertise in strategic content lifecycle management, user experience optimization, and leveraging artificial intelligence for marketing insights. He is passionate about sharing practical insights from successes—and valuable lessons learned—to navigate the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Katie Holler is a seasoned digital commerce leader with deep experience in the beauty industry and a passion for championing a customer-centric approach to driving business growth across DTC, retail.com and marketplace channels. In her recent consulting work with the Shiseido Americas Digital Transformation team, she led brand launches into Amazon’s 3P Premium Beauty space for Shiseido, Drunk Elephant, and Issey Miyake.

Jon McGee is President of Pattern PXM, the unified DAM-and-PIM platform evolved from Amplifi which he helped build and later steered into Pattern’s portfolio in 2021. After 15 years scaling brands through his digital agency, he has spent eight more pioneering Product Experience Management—pairing generative AI, actionable insights, and global syndication to boost revenue for product-driven companies.

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With 7 years in influencer marketing, I’ve built and led in-house programs that drive real growth, including for brands like Cozy Earth. I specialize in developing tailored strategies, managing high-profile collaborations, and executing campaigns with measurable impact — partnering with influencers like Kris Jenner and Mel Robbins. Passionate about creating authentic campaigns that resonate, I’m always eager to connect and collaborate in the influencer space.

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Michael McArthur, born in San Diego, California, is a dedicated father of three who resides in Alpine, Utah. He began his professional journey at Cisco and then Adobe. He later played a pivotal role at Qualtrics, where he helped scale the company from 500 to 2,500 employees and from a $1 billion to $8 billion valuation. He is currently the Senior Vice President of Operations at Recharge.

Jason Bertrand is a seasoned ecommerce and digital marketing executive with a track record of accelerating DTC growth for both established brands and high-potential startups. He currently serves as Vice President of Ecommerce at Purple Innovation, where he is part of the Senior Leadership Team and leads digital strategy across Purple.com and Amazon. His work spans site experience, CRM, performance marketing, and ecommerce operations for a $200M+ online business. Jason previously held ecommerce and digital marketing roles at Under Armour, Skullcandy, and Cariloha, focusing on brand building, go-to-market strategy, and customer retention across multiple digital channels. His experience includes leading performance marketing, CRM, SEO, paid media, and Amazon advertising, while supporting cross-functional teams to deliver impactful online experiences. At each brand, he played a key role in evolving the digital presence and strengthening customer connections. As an independent consultant, Jason has worked with a range of DTC brands—including Brydge (consumer electronics), Cratejoy (marketplace for subscription boxes), Baliston (footwear startup), Kiki De Montparnasse (luxury lingerie and intimate apparel), and Armed Forces Gear (military-inspired apparel and accessories)—to develop ecommerce strategies, improve conversion, and optimize customer acquisition. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

DeeJay is a dynamic leader with an expert understanding of global brand protection, as well as a highly successful sales career. Currently, DeeJay is the Head of Global eCommerce and Brand Protection at LifeScan, a leader in blood glucose monitoring. Previously, he served as President of eLight Consulting, where he advised clients on anti-counterfeiting, anti-diversion, and third-party online marketplaces. Prior to consulting, DeeJay worked at Procter & Gamble (P&G) for 31 years. Externally, he is recognized by many government agencies as a Brand Protection Leader within the Consumer Products/Medical Device industries. He also sat on the IACC BOD for 10 years. DeeJay has a B.S. in business and marketing from Brigham Young University.

Nate Benner is the Director of Growth at NOMATIC, where he leads ecommerce, acquisition, and retention. Over his 5-year tenure at the brand, NOMATIC has scaled profitably across performance and traditional media channels, blending data-driven growth with long-term brand building. He has spearheaded key initiatives in conversion optimization, lifecycle marketing, and brand partnerships—including a top-performing collaboration with Chris Williamson and the Modern Wisdom podcast. Prior to NOMATIC, Nate began his career on the agency side, helping brands grow through social media, paid media and creative strategy. He holds a Marketing degree from the University of Utah and brings a full-funnel, performance-oriented mindset to building sustainable growth engines.

Josh Francis has been with Orbit Irrigation since 2020, overseeing ecommerce and digital marketing. Under his leadership, Orbit's Direct to Consumer business has grown 10x and ecommerce sales have tripled, reaching over $50M in 2025. Orbit Irrigation is part of Husqvarna Group and produces licensed products for the Stanley, Black+Decker, Dewalt and Craftsman brands. With over 20 years of experience in online content production, Josh started as a student at BYU's Center for Instructional Design creating labs for an online physics course. His career spans various industries including ticket sales, candy and vending machines, and healthcare. Josh holds a degree in Applied Physics from Brigham Young University and an MBA in Entrepreneurship and Management Strategy from the University of Notre Dame. He enjoys mountain biking in his free time.

Jim Lee is President of CrunchLabs and the Mark Rober YouTube channel, the world’s largest brands in science. CrunchLabs is recognized for producing innovative STEM toys that, combined with entertaining videos, spark curiosity in over 100 million people every month. He formulated the CrunchLabs business into a profitable international operation and runs the team spanning entertainment, education, and ecommerce that ship millions of products annually. With two decades of experience, he launched successful products and partnerships at Google for 7 years, invested at a $600M private equity fund, and drove acquisitions and strategic projects for Cisco’s executive team. He holds an MBA from Northwestern University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics. As a frequent keynote speaker and panelist, he’s spoken at Harvard, Google, SubSummit, OpenSauce, ChargeX, and Accelerate24.

Robert G. Pedersen II is an accomplished entrepreneur, visionary, and brand strategist with a proven track record of building and scaling successful businesses. In 2005, he co-founded ZAGG Inc., a leading mobile accessories company, which he rapidly grew to over $260 million in annual revenue and successfully took public on NASDAQ. Robert served as ZAGG’s CEO and Chairman until his departure in 2012. Since then, Robert has served as a strategic advisor and consultant, helping companies accelerate growth through innovation, marketing, product development, and brand positioning. His portfolio includes ventures such as LuMee, where he collaborated with major influencers including Kim Kardashian and secured retail partnerships with Apple and Nordstrom; Cariloha, a luxury bamboo-based bath and bedding brand; Del Sol, its sister retail brand; Co-Dx, a publicly traded molecular diagnostics company; and Albion Fit, a leading women’s apparel and lifestyle brand. Robert’s achievements have earned national recognition, including the 2009 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, the 2012 National Golden Stevie Award, and Utah Business Magazine’s 2012 CEO of the Year. He has been featured on prominent platforms such as CNBC’s Mad Money and CBS Street, and he remains passionate about mentoring entrepreneurs and exploring new business opportunities. He holds an MBA from Brigham Young University, and in 2009, he and his wife Kim founded The Pedersen Family Foundation. Robert lives with his family in Holladay, Utah.

Shawn Douphner is the Vice President of Marketing at Mechanix Wear, where he has spent over 20 years helping shape the brand into a global leader in performance hand protection. He leads the company’s brand strategy, product marketing, and digital growth efforts, with deep experience across consumer, industrial, and tactical channels.

Mike is an e‑commerce strategist with 15+ years scaling consumer‑goods sales on Amazon and other retailer sites. As Director, Amazon at Takeya USA, he owns strategy and P&L for the brand’s hydration portfolio, blending data‑led advertising and content‑optimization savvy. Earlier in his career, he was a senior consultant at Ideoclick, and he drove Amazon revenue at Church & Dwight and Procter & Gamble, and spent five years inside Amazon itself. Colleagues praise his integrity, deep marketplace knowledge, and passion for innovative, health‑oriented products.