
Mike Wickman
Founder and President of Champ's Pet Kitchen, a protein-first dog treat brand based in Danville, California.
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Jul 29, 2026
Retail-first for an omnichannel era with Mike Wickman of Champ's Pet Kitchen
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Lindsay BeatonHOST
So what are some of the retail strategies brands have traditionally used that you think need updating for the current shopping landscapes?

Mike WickmanGUEST
Originally, as brands came to brick and mortar, it was all about how much money they were going to throw at a brand.

Mike WickmanGUEST
We used to pitch or present products and they say, okay, what is your media spend and where is it going to be? How are you going to touch my consumer as a retailer? And if it was $1 million, you had a chance.

Mike WickmanGUEST
Most of the brands have now pivoted toward direct-to-consumer and some subscription models and things like that.
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Lindsay BeatonHOST
What do you think is the true path to success for physical retailers and brands working with them? And what is one step a brand can take to even figure out what they need to do next?