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The pressures of inflation, regulation, and retail are real. Tomorrow’s conversation brings together leaders voices from across the industry who see these shifts from every angle: ❇️ Heather K. Terry, CEO of GoodSAM, PBC – moderating from the founder's lens ❇️ Rend Al-Mondhiry, Partner at Amin Wasserman Gurnani – breaking down legal, regulatory, and policy shifts ❇️ Kathryn A Peters, VP of Industry Relations at SPINS – sharing data and consumer trends ❇️ Ashlie Winson-Jones, Head of Business Development at Social Nature — reflecting on emerging consumer insights ❇️ Janet Allison, VP of E-commerce at Pattern® — exploring the realities of online growth and DTC Together, they’ll tackle big questions like: Which regulatory or policy changes—from labeling to tariffs—should founders be preparing for now? What do consumer spending signals reveal about untapped opportunities in pricing or channels? And with rising CACs and shifting digital platforms, where’s the next wave of direct consumer connection coming from? Join us for this conversation Oct 8 📆 1 - 2 PM CT: https://lnkd.in/gpTsHPWM

Two incredible leaders are joining our October 8 panel: ✨ Janet Allison, VP of E-commerce at Pattern® ✨ Ashlie Winson-Jones, Head of Business Development at Social Nature Social Nature helps natural brands win in retail by turning consumer trial and feedback into data-driven growth. 👉 Ashlie will be able to bring perspective on how brands can navigate relationships with retailers and shoppers despite rising costs and tight margins. Pattern® is an e-commerce accelerator that partners with brands to scale profitably on Amazon and digital marketplaces. 👉 Janet will be able to bring a wealth of knowledge on what it takes to compete in this online, high CAC environment. Together this full lineup, with Heather K. Terry, Kathryn A Peters, and Rend Al-Mondhiry, brings expertise across brand building, retail data, regulations, consumer insights, and digital growth... truly a conversation you don't want to miss! Register for the Oct 8 Industry Update now: https://lnkd.in/gpTsHPWM

Exhibit with us at SFA's Winter Fancy Faire*! Apply here: https://lnkd.in/geFGzcEQ What you can expect: 🌱 Discounted access to a tabletop or booth through this pavilion opportunity as a Naturally member 🌱 Exclusive prep sessions to help you prepare (like how to be successful at the show with Specialty Food Association and what buyers are looking for with Whole Foods Market) 🌱 Support from Naturally Network before, during, and after the show, including connections with our extensive network 🌱 Amplification to our online community of 40,000+ 🌱 Prime visibility on the show floor, located in a prime high-traffic area as part of our pavilion Applications close EOD, October 28th! https://lnkd.in/geFGzcEQ

We're talking inflation and tariffs, shifting regulations, tightening capital, and so much more related to the complexities of today's CPG landscape with an amazing group of speakers on October 8: * Heather K. Terry, Founder + CEO of GoodSAM, PBC * Kathryn A Peters, Head of Industry Relations at SPINS * Rend Al-Mondhiry, Partner + Co-chair of the Regulatory Practice Group at Amin Wasserman Gurnani Swipe to learn more about each 👉 and join us on October 8 at 1 PM CT! This conversation is free and open to everyone. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gpTsHPWM

📢 INDUSTRY UPDATE ON ECONOMY & POLICY 👉 https://lnkd.in/gpTsHPWM CPG brands are up against some of the toughest headwinds in decades – tariffs, inflation, tightening capital, retail pressures, and rising DTC costs 🤯 ... We will be unpacking what's going on in the CPG landscape right now and share strategies to not just survive, but build resilience and find opportunity in disruption. Join us on October 8 at 1 PM CT! This virtual webinar is free and open to all. Register here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gpTsHPWM

Undecided about going to SFA's Winter Fancy Faire? Specialty Food Association is hosting an info session TOMORROW where they will break down what makes this show different (and worth going to!) 👇 If you're ready to commit, apply to be a part of Naturally Network's pavilion to join our cohort of amazing brands ❄️👉 https://lnkd.in/g6Cvzn7X

Amazing opportunity for POC entrepreneurs + any founders committed to diversity in CPG – Project Potluck is launching their annual grant program! 🙌 Who should know about these grants?! Please tag them below to spread the word 👇

WINTER FANCY FAIRE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🎉 👉 https://lnkd.in/geFGzcEQ We'd love to have you be a part of our Naturally Network Pavilion at Specialty Food Association's Winter Fancy Faire! We have 9 Booths and 20 Tabletops available and are accepting applications until 📆 September 30. What makes exhibiting with us unique? ✨ You're part of a cohort – our pavilion brands have often told us this is one of their favorite parts of the experience. You get to connect with fellow founders who are on the same journey as you, bond, and help each other through the show. The energy is so high because of our team mentality – celebrating everyone's wins and growth together. On top of that, we also offer onboarding prep sessions with the show hosts to make sure you're set up for success and connect you to industry experts, data providers, and retailers to prepare you for fruitful conversations before, during, and after the show. We want our members to succeed and be able to tap into the resources of our network! 💪 We hope you will join us. Apply here before 9/30! https://lnkd.in/geFGzcEQ

Shoutout to Mindful Goods for supporting our Naturally Rising winners: their prize package included AI image prototyping, split testing setup, professional design iteration, and performance analysis to boost their Amazon click-through rate by 2-3x 👏 They're also offering our community a free 30 minute strategy session + bonus access to their PDP Conversion Masterclass! Check them out here: https://lnkd.in/dpF25hsS

This year's Newtopia Now felt like the sweet spot: intimate in scale, big on impact, community at the heart of it all 🌱 For Naturally Network, that meant moments of gathering, celebrating, reflecting, and looking forward. We're proud to share the highlights that made it so special! Read the full recap here👇