GoKawiilFounderland Festival Connects Startup Founders With Retailers and Investors in Malibu
Founderland, a curated 'founder festival' created by Sean Kelly, Shannon Kelly and Josh Wand, drew over 1,000 founders, investors and retail representatives to Calamigos Ranch in Malibu this year. Attendees included staff from Walmart, Target and Whole Foods, with activities spanning startup pitch stages, panels, and a dedicated 'Retail Den' for buyer meetings. Organizers deliberately keep the event smaller than industry trade shows like Expo West or Shoptalk.