# Kaylan Rexer > Founding CMO & Brand Architect, Ilegal Mezcal ~$200M Exit Fmr Founding CMO of Ilegal Mezcal, built the brand from U.S. market entry to category leader and ~$200M sale a strategic. Led brand positioning, consumer strategy, experiential marketing, and cultural partnerships for 15+ years. Co-Founder of Cómo No and 11C & Co, advising founders on market entry, growth strategy, distribution, and culturally relevant brand building. I help founders build brands that stand out on the shelf, in culture, and in the market. Things I can advise on: ✔️ How to build brand identity ✔️ Guidance on market entry ✔️ Tips on experiential marketing ✔️ Best practices for cultural relevance ✔️ Advice on consumer positioning ✔️ How to grow distribution ✔️ Guidance on founder-led brands Passionate about helping founders build brands with edge, resonance, and long-term enterprise value. **Rating:** 5/5 (1 reviews) ## Offerings - Video call (15 min): $280.00 ## Example Questions - I’m thinking of starting a beverage brand. What are the next few things I should focus on? - How do I know if my business idea will work? - How would you approach growth for my brand? ## Links - [Expert profile](/KaylanRexer) - [Avatar](https://media.intro.co/avatars/1424643TfsjQDhy.jpg) - [Marketplace](/marketplace)