230: Global 2026 Recap & Candace's Favorite Things Awards
About this episode
Candace and Morgan share insights and discoveries from the Global Pet Expo 2026, including marketing strategies and product trends.
Candace and Morgan are back from sunny Orlando after a long week at Global Pet Expo 2026 - and this episode is packed with behind-the-scenes insights, favorite product discoveries, and Morgan's fresh first-timer perspective. They discuss: 🙌 The brand that dominated with marketing everywhere - a masterclass in visibility) 🙌 Interactive booth experiences that win 🙌 Smart founder moves 🙌 Unique product discoveries that are eye-catching, space-efficient, and conversation-starting 🙌 Product trends worth watching for 2026 and beyond Plus the challenge of walking the entire show floor (Candace still missed entire sections!, the deals that happened on Friday, and why having a consumer mindset on your team matters. Transcript Show Notes Join Us Online Find us on Facebook Join our Free Pet Industry Facebook Group Follow us on Instagram Read our Blog
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Host: Candace D'Agnolo
Guest: Morgan
Topics covered
- Global Pet Expo
- product trends
- marketing strategies
- booth experiences
- pet industry insights
Keywords
- Global Pet Expo
- marketing
- product trends
- pet industry
- booth experiences
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Organizations: Global Pet Expo
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