CPG Innovation Summit: The Deal Room at Expo West - Capital, Content & Connections for Investors & Brands
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Powered by Nutrition Capital Network (NCN), the leading community connecting investors with high-potential companies in health, wellness and CPG, this exclusive opportunity offers unmatched visibility and strategic connections for growth-focused brands and CPG investors seeking the next big thing.
Selected companies will have the chance to network with and present directly to a room of investors, gaining exposure to key decision-makers in the industry. Additionally, leading CPG and investment experts will share insights with attendees on scaling your business, emerging categories, and capital opportunities shaping the future of natural products.
By combining NCN’s proven investor-brand platform with the dynamic energy of Expo West, the Deal Room delivers a unique environment for fostering innovation, securing funding, and driving growth in the natural products sector.
Agenda
9:30 - 9:50am Welcome
- Mike Dovbish, Nutrition Capital Network
- Jennifer Pfeifer, Nutrition Capital Network
- Edgar Vargas, Vilore Foods Company
- Hector Saldivar, Tia Lupita
9:50 - 10:00am Fireside Chat with Banc of California
10:00 - 11:20am Company Presentations
- 50/50 Foods
- Aqua Theon
- Bushbalm
- Defi Snacks
- Frankly So
- Joyful Humans
- Leaven Foods
- PWR^UP
- The Sustainable Care Company (Cleanery)
11:20 - 12:00pm Scaling, Selling or Innovating: Tested Strategies for Capital Success in Today’s Market
Ever wonder what “smart money” really means? In today’s CPG industry, capital is more than a resource—it’s the key to driving innovation, growth and transformation. This session will dig into the dynamic strategies that industry leaders are using to scale their businesses, fuel acquisitions and redefine customer engagement. Featuring a panel of CPG leaders, we’ll explore how to structure deals that align with long-term goals, leverage funding for breakthrough innovation and expand into competitive markets. Through real-world case studies and actionable insights, you’ll learn how to build strong brand-investor relationships, deploy capital effectively and position your business for sustainable success.
- Jennifer Palmer, JPalmer Collective
- Jennifer Pfeifer, New Hope Network
- Kyle Garner, Better Being Co.
- Morgan Zanotti, Waay | Primal Kitchen
12:00 - 1:00pm Deal Room Presenter Sampling & Networking (Marquis Ballroom NW)
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