Welcome to Day 3 of the Pet Industry Rising 2025 Summit
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Dear Innovators, Visionaries, and Changemakers,
Welcome to Day 3 of Pet Industry Rising 2025!
What an incredible journey it has been so far. Over the past two days, we’ve witnessed powerful conversations, bold ideas, and inspiring leadership from across the globe — all united by a shared commitment to elevate the pet industry with innovation, integrity, and impact.
As we step into this final day, let’s carry forward that same energy of collaboration and curiosity. Today is about reflection, connection, and forward momentum — turning the insights we’ve gathered into real-world action.
The future of our industry is being shaped right here, by each of you — the visionaries, founders, and changemakers who choose to lead with purpose and decide with grace.
Thank you for being part of this extraordinary summit and for the courage you bring to every conversation. Let’s make this final day one to remember — full of insight, inspiration, and bold vision for what’s next.
With gratitude and excitement,
–Peggy I. Pleines
Global Growth Strategist & Creator of Decide with Grace™
Founder & CEO, My Ladybird Enterprise AG
Beyond Humanization: Balancing Pet Companionship with Functional Nutrition and Ingredient Innovation
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Meet Daphne Huang
Daphne Huang is the Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing at CHARM Pet Food, where she leads global brand growth across North America, Europe, and Asia. Passionate about authentic, nature-powered nutrition, she drives CHARM’s mission to bring functional, high-quality pet food to consumers worldwide.
Starting her career in Taiwan as an interpreter for a pet food distributor, Daphne’s dedication and strategic insight quickly propelled her into leadership. As one of CHARM’s founding members, she treats the young brand as her “baby,” nurturing its growth with creativity and purpose.
Under her leadership, CHARM has become known for its “all-in-one bowl” approach—combining premium proteins with rare, functional ingredients like Reishi mushrooms, Antarctic krill, and collagen peptides. Inspired by the Canadian outdoor lifestyle, CHARM connects with Millennial and Gen Z pet parents who value wellness and adventure.
Daphne champions innovation grounded in empathy, reminding industry peers to stay true to their original passion while embracing the possibilities of technology and global collaboration.
Meet Your Host
Peggy I. Pleines is a Global Growth Strategist, international speaker, and CEO of My Ladybird Enterprise AG. She has worked with CEOs, founders, and decision-makers worldwide, helping them scale their brands with bold clarity, grounded leadership, and strategic vision.
Peggy isn’t just about accolades and titles (though she has plenty). She is the creator of Decide with Grace™, a framework that empowers leaders to make courageous decisions that balance strategy with authenticity.
What truly sets Peggy apart is her collaborative approach — she thrives on bringing together visionaries from diverse industries, creating spaces where innovation, leadership, and impact intersect. Past participants in her events have expanded their reach, grown their influence, and built thriving global communities.
With her signature energy and insight, Peggy is curating Pet Industry Rising to spotlight leaders like you who embody innovation, influence, and impact.