This pitch competition offers a cash prize and additional business support to mission-driven, sustainability-focused CPG brands. The competition is designed for early-stage and growth-stage entrepreneurs in food, beverage, supplements, and personal care sectors.
Eligibility requirements
Must be a Naturally Rising member
Company must be based in Austin, Chicago, Los Angeles, Minnesota, New England, New York, Seattle, or Wisconsin
Emerging CPG brand with $50K–$2M in revenue
Currently available in at least one retail partner
Mission-driven, sustainability-focused company
How to apply
Membership with Naturally Rising
3-minute pitch presentation
Application submission
What you get
$5,000 cash prize
Free booth at Newtopia Now 2026
Guaranteed spot at Naturally Network's National Pitch Slam
Business services from sponsor community
Expert mentorship before pitching
Visibility in front of Seattle's natural products community, retailers, and investors
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