Naturally San Diego

05/14/2026

✨ Shelf to Self: A Regenerative CPG Beauty & Wellness Experience ✨

Join Naturally San Diego for a hands-on evening at HQ in Carlsbad, where beauty, wellness, and conscious consumer discovery come together.

In partnership with evanhealy and .exp , this members-only experience will guide you through skincare rituals, product layering, facial release, lymphatic support, vagus nerve care, fascia work, and face yoga — all designed to support inner regulation and outer radiance.

You’ll also enjoy chocolate from , wine from , nonalcoholic beer from , a digestive support tea from and a free face care kit for our 30 participants!

📅 Tuesday, June 2
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 evanhealy HQ, Carlsbad
🎟️ Members only | $30

Spots are limited, and those face care kits will go fast.

Register now at the link in bio.

05/11/2026

CPG founders are constantly making decisions about growth, inventory, production, retail expansion, and working capital. But knowing when and how to fund that growth can be one of the hardest parts of the journey.

Join Naturally San Diego for Financing the CPG Dream, an interactive conversation on how brands can approach capital at every stage, from bootstrapping to strategic funding.

We’ll be joined by Sharon Brown, Founder of , who will share firsthand insights from building and financing a mission-driven food brand.

Register early! In-Person. Space is limited. Link in bio.

04/27/2026

04/17/2026

Naturally Rising is back NEXT Thursday April 23 – and you’re invited to meet the next wave of conscious CPG leaders at our annual pitch competition at Vesper Venue (or Building 177), Liberty Station!

Last year, founders like , , and took the stage, walked away with funding, visibility, and connections that helped accelerate their growth.

When you’re in the room, you’re not just watching a competition – you’re helping unlock shelf space, mentorship, and resources for emerging brands that are rethinking how food, beverage, and wellness should show up in the world.

Why join us this year???

➡️ Discover early-stage brands before they break out, and build relationships with the founders behind them.

➡️ Connect with investors, buyers, service providers, and operators who care about building a more sustainable, inclusive CPG ecosystem.

➡️ Directly support the founders pitching on stage through live feedback, energy, and connections that can change the trajectory of their business.

Tickets are available – grab yours, bring a colleague or friend, and come cheer on this year’s Naturally Rising finalists on April 23, 2026 from 4:30–7:00pm!

Link in Bio! 😎

04/15/2026

What a phenomenal evening at Naturally San Diego’s Founders Series, featuring an inspiring conversation with , reflecting on his journey from building to his current role as CEO at .

Ari shared candid insights about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, growth lessons, and what it truly takes to build purpose-driven brands in the natural CPG world.

Huge thanks to Matt Clifford with Ampersand Growth Partners for leading such a thoughtful interview — and to everyone who joined us for a packed, engaging night!

We’re so grateful to our partners at for hosting this event and to for the beautiful trays that made the evening even more special.

Can’t wait for our next Founders Series installment this summer — stay tuned for details! 🌿✨

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03/31/2026

Still buzzing from this “Career Journeys into CPG” panel last week. Grateful for the wisdom, honesty, and energy these leaders brought to share with inquisitive students. We are so fortunate to have each of them as part of the Naturally San Diego community.

Extra love to Amanda Miles for stepping in last minute and absolutely crushing it!

✨ Panelists:
* Shawn Hamilton — Chief Commercial Officer,
* Sean Lake — CEO,
* Amanda Miles — Chief of Staff, Bitchin’ Sauce
* Brennan Ziegler — Development Program Specialist,  (Moderator)

04/29/2025

A huge thank you to the for covering our 2025 Naturally Rising Pitch Slam and spotlighting the innovation and momentum of our local brands!

📖 Read the full article at the link in bio.

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