1818 Farms named as a “featured brand” at Amazon Accelerate Annual Conference
Published 3:00 pm Friday, October 20, 2023
1818 Farms, located in historic Mooresville, Ala., was recently honored as a “Featured Brand” at this year’s prestigious Amazon Accelerate Annual Conference held in Seattle, Washington from Sept. 13-14. The event, organized by Amazon, provides a unique opportunity for attendees to engage with Amazon experts, explore the latest tools and innovations, and build essential connections within the seller community.
Founded by Natasha McCrary, 1818 Farms has been a stalwart presence on Amazon Handmade since the company began selling its premium skincare and lifestyle products on the platform in 2017. The company has gained recognition for its commitment to producing high-quality, American-made products from clean ingredients. In 2019, Natasha McCrary was recognized as Amazon’s inaugural “Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year.”
Amazon Accelerate is a cornerstone event that provides a platform for sellers to celebrate their collective success and gain invaluable insights into the ever-evolving world of e-commerce. This year’s conference featured over 50 sessions, with an impressive lineup of more than 85 speakers, drawing a diverse audience of over 2,250 in-person attendees and 15,000 virtual participants.
During the conference, Natasha McCrary had the unique opportunity to share her inspiring brand journey with both in-person and virtual attendees. She highlighted the pivotal role that Amazon has played in the growth and success of 1818 Farms.
“It was an honor to have 1818 Farms as a featured business at the Amazon Accelerate Conference,” stated Natasha McCrary, Owner and Founder of 1818 Farms. “The event was a wonderful opportunity for businesses who sell on Amazon to network with other leaders on the platform. The conference provided valuable information to aid in the growth of both new and existing businesses. It means so much to me that 1818 Farms’ story was chosen by Amazon to help inspire others in attendance.”
The recognition of 1818 Farms as a “Featured Brand” at the Amazon Accelerate Annual Conference underscores the company’s outstanding commitment to quality and innovation in the e-commerce landscape. It serves as a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit of Natasha McCrary and her team as they continue to make their mark in the world of handmade and locally sourced products.
1818 Farms is located in historic Mooresville, Ala., and is owned and operated by Natasha McCrary and her family. The McCrary’s broke ground in 2012 and began their family farm – home to various animals and over 15,000 flowers. A barn and garden house on the property often serves as the setting for 1818 Farms events, workshops, Bloom Strolls, and more. The farm’s bath and beauty line was established in 2013. Product offerings include their popular shea creme, bath soaks, essential oil roll-ons, face serum, and more. Their line is now available in 490 stores in 45 states as well as online. For more information, visit www.1818farms.com and follow @1818Farms.