A growth summit for the natural products industry in Central Oregon.
PRESENTED BY CULTIVATE BEND
Don’t miss this premier annual event where entrepreneurial talent meets CPG industry innovation experts! We’re gathering the industry’s brightest minds to present their visionary expertise that is sure to provide inspiration to grow your business.
Agenda
Visionary expertise from Joth Ricci, of the industry’s brightest minds
Panelists will provide an honest look into their brand development journeys.
5 brands will pitch to a judging panel of natural grocery buyers.
Featuring member tables to sample and learn about local natural products.
Relax & network after a great day with the local natural products industry!
Tuesday, October 15th
12pm - 7pm @ Unitarian Universalist
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The Community Marketplace features member tables where attendees can sample and learn about the wide variety of local natural products. The Community Marketplace provides a chance to explore and connect with different brands and their stories in a relaxed, engaging environment.
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A warm welcome with introductions and an overview of our amazing day ahead!
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Moderated by Elliot Begoun, Founder of TIG Brands, the Brand Story Panel features representatives from three well-known brands across different sectors of the industry. Panelists will provide an honest look into their journeys, covering the challenges, successes, and pivotal moments of their brand development. This session offers attendees valuable insights and inspiration through diverse perspectives on building and scaling successful brands.
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Stretch your legs and do some casual networking.
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The Retail Buyer Pitch Slam will give five Cultivate Bend member brands the chance to present their products in 5-minute pitches to a panel of retail buyers from local, regional, and national conventional and natural grocery chains. Participants will receive real-time feedback on their presentations, with insights into their product's strengths and areas for improvement. The panel will also judge the pitches, with the top presenter awarded a prize package. This dynamic component offers valuable exposure and actionable feedback to help brands refine their approach and enhance their market readiness.
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Stretch your legs and do some casual networking.
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The Retail Buyer Panel features the judges from the Pitch Slam, offering insights into what they look for in brands, effective product differentiation, pricing, and promotion strategies along with sharing market white spaces and gaps they are seeking to fill. Moderated and driven by audience questions, this panel provides attendees with tailored advice and actionable insights relevant to their specific needs.
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Stretch your legs and do some casual networking.
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Visionary expertise from one of our industry's brightest minds - Joth Ricci, former CEO of iconic brands such as Dutch Bros, Stumptown Coffee, and Jones Soda Co.
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Elliot Begoun will conclude the event by summarizing the day’s key points, themes, and insights. He will provide encouragement and inspiration, along with guidance on essential strategies for building resilient brands. Elliot will underscore the importance of advancing the natural products CPG industry, highlighting the power of collective efforts and motivating the audience to continue driving this vital sector forward.
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To close out the event, we’ll be hosting a lively happy hour and a second session of the Community Marketplace. This informal gathering offers attendees a chance to reflect on the day’s insights, meet and mingle with speakers and panelists, and explore opportunities for partnerships and collaborations. Continue to enjoy samples from the participating brands while making valuable connections in a relaxed, engaging setting.
