Naturally Boulder

VISION
To be the leading natural and organic brand champion in Colorado

MISSION
To nurture conscious growth, leadership and innovation in the Colorado organic and
natural products community.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Naturally Colorado defines natural products and practices as those made with the goal of promoting human, animal and environmental health. This is why we actively encourage organic and regenerative practices that take into account the impact on our climate.

We believe that regenerative businesses measure success not only by financial gain, but also by long-term, conscious business practices that positively impact human health, communities, and the planet.

We value connection and provide a platform for education, dialogue and generous sharing to help the Colorado organic and natural products community grow with integrity and higher purpose.

We support the entrepreneurial spirit and honor the excellence in business that will accelerate growth of the Colorado organic and natural products community.

We know that healthy, dynamic communities drive healthy, dynamic business. As organic and natural products industry members, we pledge to actively nurture a culture of shared ideas, collaboration and mentorship within the Naturally Colorado community.

https://www.naturallyboulder.org

Contact us

Naturally Boulder

info@naturallyboulder.org

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Event Details

February 29, 2024 • 4-8:30 pm • Boulder JCC


Welcome to Naturally Boulder's 19th Annual Pitch Slam and Annual Awards! Come cheer on your favorite brands as they compete for a generous prize package and title of Pitch Slam winner! Sample the latest and greatest new innovative products from the local community.


Parking—

Please carpool if possible. Carpool and mobility impaired parking available at the JCC. For any single drivers, please park across the street at Naropa University.


Schedule —

4 pm: Doors open

4 - 6:15 pm: Networking, buffet dinner by Boulder Bridge House, craft cocktails by Cocktail Caravan explore exhibitors in Innovation Showcase

6:15 pm: Program begins

7:45 pm: Program ends

7:25 - 8:30 pm: Networking, explore exhibitors, celebrate our winners!

8:30 pm: Event Ends


Pitch Slam —

Five entrepreneurs will pitch their young companies to a panel of experts as hundreds of audience members join us from across the country. Each competitor has 3 minutes to pitch, 3 minutes of Q&A from the judges and the same goal: to win a free booth at New Hope's Newtopia Now 2024, a guaranteed opportunity to pitch at the Pitch Slam, and a robust suite of business services from our sponsor community!


If you are a Naturally Boulder sponsor that is interested in donating your services to the prize pack, you can submit your offerings in this form. Please note that this year, all prize pack donations must include a $500 cash sponsorship that will get split between our winner and runner-up.


Innovation Showcase —

This event also provides established member brands the opportunity to share new products in the Innovation Showcase, our tabletop show. The Innovation Showcase expo hall will be filled with opportunities for guests to sample hot products and learn about interesting new services.


Innovation showcase applications are open now through 11:59 pm January 26th.


Annual Awards —

Naturally Boulder's Annual Awards is a celebration of the natural and organic products industry and our vibrant community! Join us in recognizing our community of professionals who are harnessing the power of business as a force for positive change throughout the Pitch Slam presentation.


Nominations for the Annual Awards are now open through 11:59 pm February 1st.


Sponsorship Opportunities —

If you're interested in sponsoring the event, please check out the sponsorship opportunities we have available!


A note on ticket prices:

As a non-profit organization, we rely on the revenue from our signature events to help support us throughout the year so that we can continue to produce educational events and programming, such as the mentorship matching program. We appreciate your support of our continued efforts to support our members in the natural and organic products community. If purchasing a ticket would cause financial hardship, please email info@naturallyboulder.org to discuss volunteer opportunities in exchange for entry to the event.


If your company is a Silver level or higher sponsor of Naturally Boulder, check your inbox for your complimentary ticket(s) to the event.


Ticket schedule:

Early Registration through December 31

  • $89 for Members
  • $114 for Non-Members


Regular Registration January 1 - 31

  • $99 for Members
  • $124 for Non-Members


Late Registration February 1 - 28

  • $119 for Members
  • $144 for Non-Members


Event Day Registration on February 29

  • $159 for All

Exhibitors

Pitch Slam Finalists

Instafarm

Lentiful

Love, Plants Inc.

Sun Ghee

Winnie Lou - The Canine Co.

Innovation Showcase Participants

Amari

BAR-U-EAT

Compass Natural Marketing

Corpse Reviver

Independent Power

MOR Kombucha

Paracas

Project Umami

RINGA

RINGA

Sleeping Giant Brewing Company

WishGarden Herbal Remedies

Speakers

Darcy Landis (Principal Forager, Whole Foods Market at Whole Foods Market)

Darcy Landis

Principal Forager, Whole Foods Market at Whole Foods Market

Phil Mason (Board Member & Operations Consultant at Phil Mason LLC)

Phil Mason

Board Member & Operations Consultant at Phil Mason LLC

Matt Parry (CEO & Founder of The Good Crisp Company)

Matt Parry

CEO & Founder of The Good Crisp Company

Katie Paul (SVP, Merchandising at KeHE Distributors)

Katie Paul

SVP, Merchandising at KeHE Distributors

Kari Pedriana (Co-Founder + CEO of Green Spoon)

Kari Pedriana

Co-Founder + CEO of Green Spoon

Sponsors and Partners

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Regular Registration

Regular registration available January 1 - 31.

Late Registration

Late registrations available February 1 - 28.

Day-of ticket

Standard Price$159

Venue

Venue

Boulder Jewish Community Center
6007 Oreg Ave
Boulder, CO

Contact us

For additional event or venue information, please send an email to info@naturallyboulder.org

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