# 60 - THE Project ExecutionHer, Megan Young Gamble

- Show: [People of Packaging](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging)
- Published: 2021-05-18
- Length: 49m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2021-05-18-60-the-project-executionher-megan-young-gamble
- Listen: https://encase.substack.com/p/60-the-project-executionher-megan-0bb

## Summary

Megan Young Gamble, founder of Get Level Consulting, explains her 'P.I.M.P.' methodology (Prepare, Implement, Monitor, Prepare for launch) for managing packaging projects in the beauty and personal care sectors. She discusses how her background in chemistry and project management allows her to help startups and mid-size brands navigate complex supply chains, regulatory requirements, and vendor management. The conversation highlights the critical need for early packaging integration in product development to avoid costly errors and ensure successful retail or e-commerce launches.

## Chapters

- [0:13](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2021-05-18-60-the-project-executionher-megan-young-gamble#t=13) Introduction: Adam Peak and Sponsor Read
- [2:38](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2021-05-18-60-the-project-executionher-megan-young-gamble#t=158) Megan Young Gamble's Background and Origin Story
- [6:08](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2021-05-18-60-the-project-executionher-megan-young-gamble#t=368) Get Level Consulting and the P.I.M.P. Methodology
- [12:43](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2021-05-18-60-the-project-executionher-megan-young-gamble#t=763) Personal History: Homelessness, Hustle, and Chemistry Degree
- [17:08](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2021-05-18-60-the-project-executionher-megan-young-gamble#t=1028) Building Get Level Consulting and Managing Contractors
- [25:38](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2021-05-18-60-the-project-executionher-megan-young-gamble#t=1538) Client Types: Startups vs. Mid-Size Brands
- [32:39](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2021-05-18-60-the-project-executionher-megan-young-gamble#t=1959) Business Pivots and PMP Certification Journey
- [37:15](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2021-05-18-60-the-project-executionher-megan-young-gamble#t=2235) Industry Needs and Career Advice
- [40:25](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2021-05-18-60-the-project-executionher-megan-young-gamble#t=2425) Contact Information and Final Thoughts

## Topics

- [Design for manufacturing & NPI](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/design-for-manufacturing)
- [Starting a product company](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/starting-a-company)
- [Validation & product-market fit](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/validation-and-product-market-fit)
- [Manufacturing partners & offshoring](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/manufacturing-partners)
- [Leadership, teams & culture](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/leadership-and-culture)

## Most relevant to

early-stage companies

## Mentioned

- Get Level Consulting (company)
- PMI (other)
- Lux Pack (other)
- Pack Expo (other)

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