In this episode of Shelf Life, we sit down with Laura-Lynn Freck, VP of Commercial Sales & Strategy at Lemon Perfect (and former Red Bull & Zevia leader), to unpack how modern CPG brands are built, sold, and scaled. From working inside billion-dollar giants like Red Bull to now leading strategy at an emerging brand, Laura brings a rare perspective on how data, retail, and consumer behavior intersect to drive real growth. We dive deep into: 1. How beverage brands win shelf space and scale distribution 2. Why “boring basics” like distribution & velocity still matter most 3. The real role of data vs intuition in decision-making 4. How Gen Z is reshaping consumer brands (and why “Instagrammable” matters) 5. Lessons from Red Bull, Zevia, and Lemon Perfect 6. Mistakes emerging brands make when scaling too fast 7. How to think about product, packaging, and positioning We also explore how Lemon Perfect is building a clean, zero-sugar hydration brand in a competitive market—backed by st...