Lloyd Vogel

Garage Grown Gear

Lloyd Vogel is the CEO and co-founder of Garage Grown Gear, supporting the growth of small and cottage brands, providing quality UL gear, and cultivating an inclusive outdoor community. A lifelong Midwesterner, he discovered his love for the outdoors in the lakes and streams of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.

Lloyd is a fierce advocate for small brands, an unapologetic ultralight weenie, and an all-too-frequent LinkedIn poster. Originally a high school special education teacher, he brings a relationship-first approach to business. By prioritizing people in decision-making, GGG prides itself on being a collaborative—not competitive—retail platform.

All Sessions by Lloyd Vogel

  • Day 2 l Tuesday, Oct. 28th


  • 1:00 PM  - 1:50 PM
    Scaling a business to eight figures in less than a decade is no small feat, especially in today’s unpredictable economic climate. This executive-level session brings together three CEOs—Michael Glavin(Zenbivy), Lloyd Vogel (Garage Grown Gear), and Deanne Buck (BRANWYN)—to share the hard-won lessons and growth strategies that fueled their success. From diversifying revenue streams to building resilient teams and optimizing operations without losing sight of brand values, you’ll hear how these leaders turned market challenges into opportunities. Walk away with actionable insights to guide your own path to sustainable, scalable growth in the outdoor industry.
    Where
    Grange – D&SNG Train Museum




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