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Meet Philosopher Foods, a finalist in Naturally Network’s National Pitch Slam. Philsopher Foods nourishes people and planet with their craft nut butters and fermented nuts! Their products are made in small batches in California. Using stone grinding, a food preparation technique older than civilization, they are re-defining nut butter with their unique flavors and textures. They won Naturally Bay Area’s Pitch Slam and will be taking the national, virtual stage on August 8th for a chance to win incredible prizes, including a booth at Expo West 2025. RSVP now to vote for the Audience Choice award! https://lnkd.in/gufrFRm6 Chapters will be hosting in-person Viewing Parties! Stay tuned for more info to cheer on your regional finalists and vote in person.

Calling all diverse founders! Naturally Network has launched applications for the third cohort of the Minority-Owned Fellowship, powered by NielsenIQ! This nationwide fellowship consists of a 12-week program that supports the success of racially and ethnically underrepresented business entrepreneurs in the organic and natural sector. Want to learn more before you apply? Attend our info session on August 1st. Find info about the program, a link to the application, and RSVP for the info session here: https://lnkd.in/gJGAtAMA Naturally Austin Naturally Bay Area Naturally Boulder Naturally Chicago Naturally North Bay Naturally New York Naturally New England Naturally MN Naturally LA Naturally San Diego

Meet Daybird, a finalist in Naturally Network’s National Pitch Slam. Daybird formulates makeup, skincare + sunscreen hybrids that work with every wear. They won Naturally Austin’s Pitch Slam and will be taking the national, virtual stage on August 8th for a chance to win incredible prizes, including a booth at Expo West 2025. RSVP now to vote for the Audience Choice award! https://lnkd.in/gufrFRm6 Chapters will be hosting in-person Viewing Parties! Stay tuned for more info to cheer on your regional finalists and vote in-person.

Get ready for Naturally Network's 2024 National Pitch Slam on August 8th! Regional finalists from each chapter will be taking the virtual stage to showcase their brands and have a chance to win incredible prizes, including a booth at Expo West 2025. Excited to support the better-for-you CPG industry? Be sure to RSVP so that you can cast your vote for your favorite pitch and brand! Regional Chapters will also be hosting in-person events, stay tuned for more info on these to cheer on your regional finalist and vote in person. https://lnkd.in/gufrFRm6

Applications are open for Naturally Network's Hosted Brands Scholarship to SupplySide West! For the second year, Naturally Network and SupplySide Network are partnering to provide access to ingredient and sourcing education and suppliers for early-stage brands at the annual SupplySide West trade show. Each selected hosted brand will receive a scholarship that includes airfare, a hotel stipend, a complimentary badge, access to events, and more! Learn more and apply below! Naturally Austin Naturally Chicago Naturally Bay Area Naturally Boulder Naturally North Bay Naturally New England Naturally New York Naturally MN Naturally LA Naturally San Diego

Are you ready to take action to address the climate crisis? Want to join a group of like-minded founders interested in reducing plastic in their supply chain? We are excited to announce that Naturally Network is teaming up with rePurpose Global to activate our community and make a public-facing pledge to reduce plastic through the Circular Action Collective. We are inviting CPG brands to join this working group, connect with a community of sustainable brands, and contribute to the collective impact that can only be generated together. Ready to learn more and apply? https://lnkd.in/gkyTXsef

Attention Organic Brands: Rodale Institute is accepting applications for their 2024 Organic Hero Box campaign. Apply now to be considered (apps close 7/15). Rodale Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to growing the regenerative organic agriculture movement through rigorous research, farmer training, and education, and has been sending the Organic Hero Box to donors since 2018. Each box features 20 brands and gets products to an expanded audience of like-minded consumers. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/esv97yv8

Naturally Network’s ConsciousCPG Summit, held June 17-18, was a huge hit, with more than 600 registrants. Missed the summit? Catch the recap below with full session recordings, learn about the conscious business transformation framework, and how to apply the five "Ps": passion, purpose, people, planet, and prosperity to make business a force for good. Thank you to our partners for making this event possible, NielsenIQ, BeyondBrands, and New Hope Network Naturally Austin Naturally Boulder Naturally Bay Area Naturally Chicago Naturally MN Naturally North Bay Naturally San Diego Naturally New York Naturally New England Naturally LA

We are gearing up for Day 2 of the ConsciousCPG Summit! Day 1 was exhilarating, and Katrina Tolentino, Naturally Network Executive Director, shared her recap of the panels below. Day 2 Speakers and sessions will be inspiring: People, Planet, and Prosperity. Thank you to our partners NielsenIQ, BeyondBrands, and New Hope Network for making this programming possible. 

LAST CHANCE TO RSVP: for Naturally Network's ConsciousCPG Summit, June 17-18: https://lnkd.in/grcBTHiv Join over 500 registered participants for this informative 2-day virtual event. Gain insights from industry experts, be inspired, and leave with practical strategies for implementing conscious business practices.