CPG Innovation Summit: Deal Room Tabletop Networking

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM · 1 hr. (America/Los_Angeles)
Marriott, Marquis Ballroom NW
Business Essentials
Expo West Conference ProgrammingNetworkingCPG Innovation SummitThe Deal Room

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Join us in the CPG Innovation Summit Networking Lounge to network with attendees and meet with Deal Room presenters following their presentations. 

Meet with representatives from: 

  • 50/50 Foods
  • Aqua Theon
  • Bushbalm
  • Defi Snacks
  • Frankly So
  • Joyful Humans
  • Leaven Foods
  • PWR^UP
  • The Sustainable Care Company (Cleanery)
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