MVP Manufacturing: From Prototype to Production Without Losing Your Shirt
In this tactical workshop, Jordan Schindler will break down the realities of turning your prototype into a scalable product — and how to avoid costly mistakes before you commit. You’ll learn how to assess whether your product can be manufactured at the right cost, navigate MOQs (minimum order quantities), and understand the capital needed to get moving. We’ll also cover supply chain management, tariffs, logistics, and how to negotiate with manufacturers to protect your margins and timelines.
What founders will learn:
• How to determine if your product can be manufactured at scale — and at what cost
• Understanding MOQs, upfront capital requirements, and the impact on cash flow
• Supply chain basics — from tariffs to shipping timelines
• Negotiating with manufacturers to reduce risk and improve terms
• Managing COGS to keep your business sustainable
About Jordan Schindler:
Jordan Schindler is a visionary leader with 15+ years in entrepreneurship, innovation, product design, FDA/regulatory compliance, and healthcare. He has led companies to accolades including Top 50 on the INC. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies in America, #1 Charlotte Business Journal Fastest Growing Company, and Deloitte Fast 500 #2 Fastest Growing Pharmaceutical Company in North America. An EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist and CBJ 40 Under 40 winner, Jordan developed and launched a new category of health + wellness products to 8-figure revenue and nationwide retail, securing a $1M grant from the Department of Defense and MIT.
His products are sold in CVS, Target, Walmart, and Walgreens, with features in USA Today, Forbes, GQ, Esquire, Vice, CNET, and more. With $25M+ in new product revenue and $20M+ raised in investor capital, Jordan brings deep, real-world expertise to help founders avoid costly mistakes and scale smart.