Naturally MN

We're thrilled to officially announce Naturally Network's dedicated pavilion at the Summer Food Show, taking place from June 29- July 1 at the Javits Center in NYC. We’ve secured booths in a prime location on the main floor for Naturally member brands only! Interested in joining us? Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eB5U7E8T

Our #1 takeaway: We are so proud of our community! ?? The Naturally Network community made a powerful impact at Expo West, and our team was beyond excited to be there in person to experience it all. We left the show feeling inspired, motivated, and more committed than ever to supporting this thriving ecosystem. See our team's full thoughts and takeaways here:

Calling all founders ?? Apply now for Naturally Rising MN: The Conscious Business Pitch Competition on 5/29. This is your chance to showcase your brand to a panel of industry experts and a live audience. The winner will receive a booth at Newtopia Now, access to valuable mentors and retailers, a spot in Naturally Network’s national competition, and much more!! Don’t miss out on the opportunity - apply by April 11th! https://lnkd.in/eyPJTwFv

Reliving Expo West! ??? Naturally Minnesota showed up strong — connecting with incredible brands, discovering new trends, and celebrating the power of our MN food + ag innovation community. A special highlight: the MN Mingle! ?? Thanks to everyone who joined us to network, share stories, and strengthen the Minnesota presence on the national stage. We could not have done it without our incredible sponsors Minnesota Department of Agriculture , Curtis Food Recruiters, Haberman, CBX. A BRAND AGENCY , Taylor Prime Labels & Packaging Here’s a quick reel of the energy, connections, and community spirit we brought to Anaheim. ?? #ExpoWest2025 #MinnesotaMakers #CPGCommunity

Attention Food, Ag, and CPG Founders! ?? Exciting news: Applications for Minnesota Cup 2025 are officially open! This vibrant community offers the chance to network with industry leaders, collaborate with fellow innovators, receive invaluable mentorship, and even potential funding opportunities. Don't miss out on this chance to grow your venture! ??

We are incredibly grateful for the support and love from our amazing sponsors at Expo West. Your partnership means the world to us, thank you from the bottom of our hearts! #ExpoWest #Grateful #SuccessTogether #NaturallyMN

We're beyond excited to shine a spotlight on our Naturally MN member, Willa's Oat Milk! Not only will they be one of 10 founders presenting at the Pitch Slam on Tuesday, March 4th, but they're also finalists for a NEXTY Award for Best New Kids Product! ?? Come cheer them on, and stop by their booth in Hall E, #5658, to check out the 3 brand-new products launching at Target! ?? Let’s go, Willa's Oat Milk— fingers crossed for that NEXTY win! ?? #NaturallyMN #PitchSlam #NEXTYAwards #ExpoWest #Willa #TargetLaunch

?? March Founders Forum: Grant Writing Master Class ??? Thursday, March 27, 2025 | 9:00AM-1:00 PM CT ?? MidCity Kitchen Struggling with grant applications? Learn expert strategies to craft compelling proposals and secure funding for your business in this interactive session. ??Register here:?https://lnkd.in/g_mx5JZr

Hey MN Food/Ag/CPG Community?? Here's your March event lineup: Less than a week away! ?? Power-Up Kick-Off Party? ??? Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | 5–7:30 PM PT? ?? Hilton Anaheim | Anaheim, CA Kick off Expo West with a high-energy networking event focused on retail success, expert insights, and strategic connections. Meet retailers, distributors, and industry pros who can help take your brand to the next level. Brought to you by New Hope Network, Moss Adams, BeyondBrands, and NielsenIQ Register here ?? https://lnkd.in/gwiuQY6v Less than a week away! ??Join us for MN Mingle @ Expo West ??? Wednesday, March 5, 2025 | 5–7:00 PM PT ?? Expo West (Katella Terrace) | Anaheim, CA Kick off Expo West with Naturally MN! Connect with fellow founders, industry leaders, and natural products enthusiasts while expanding your network in a relaxed setting. ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/g25n-EYy ?? We’d be thrilled to have you join us at both events—don’t miss out on these opportunities to grow, network, and take your business to the next level!

?? Only 3 days left to apply for the Fresh Thyme Market Innovation Pitch Slam at Expo West! MN brands, don't miss out on this great opportunity! See you at #expowest ??