Naturally New England

🎉 Meet the Naturally Rising Brand Showcasers! 🎉 We’re thrilled to announce the amazing lineup of brands that will be showcasing at this year’s event! 🌟 Come explore innovative products, make meaningful connections, and get inspired by the creativity and passion driving these founders forward. PLUS — Ray Latif from BevNET.com’s Taste Radio will be onsite, interviewing showcasing brands and capturing all the excitement of the night! 🎙️ Congrats to: Aahanas Naturals Conza Crumbs Farmer Foodie® Mom Bomb Ginger Gems, LLC. L's Goodies Snacks Drink Freedom Fluid Rare Breed Ozioli's Italian Cookie Co. Pluk Reprise Health Hillside Harvest Shuug Singing Pastures TITIN Uncle Todd's Jim's Organic Coffee Josephine's Baking Company LLC Jovial Foods, Inc. Kays Curries Shire's Naturals Lovewell Farms Summit Spring Skona Pet Food Sweet Babus Grab your early bird tickets & discounted lodging by May 1 👉 https://lnkd.in/eiiwYZUa The main event is happening May 22 from 4-9p at Farm Fresh Rhode Island 💫

Founders: Ready to Build a Smarter Financial Model? Join us on April 29, 2025 | 1–2 PM ET for a members-only virtual workshop designed to help you create a clear, effective financial roadmap for your business! 💼✨ In Building Your Financial Model: A Founder’s Guide, we’ll cover: 🔹 Key components of a strong financial model 🔹 Common mistakes & how to avoid them 🔹 Best practices for forecasting & planning 🔹 A customizable template to take with you 💡 Plus, plenty of time for Q&A to get personalized guidance! 📍 Perfect for early-stage brands looking to grow with confidence. Reserve your spot here! https://lnkd.in/eqG6Vpde

🌞 Get Featured in Edible Communities’ Summer Showcase! 🌿 We’re teaming up with Edible Communities to spotlight Naturally New England member brands in their National Summer Seasonal Essentials Showcase—and this is your chance to shine! ✨ Your product will be featured in front of a national audience of food-loving, eco-conscious consumers through: A newsletter to 21K subscribers (34% open rate) 15.2K Instagram followers Website feature + giveaway spot 💰 Investment: Only $600 for NNE Members, Regular Price $750 for Non-Members 📅 Deadline to apply: May 1, 2025 📦 Only 10 spots available (and ONLY 3 REMAIN!) Want to maximize your visibility? Snag the Anchor Brand spot for $2,000 and get premium newsletter placement + an exclusive Instagram giveaway! Email sarah@ediblecommunities.com to let her know you’re interested. Karen Farrell Jean Lizotte Allison Houle Bob Burke Prabal Chaudhri Andrew Criezis Jeremy Halpern Kamaal Jarrett Jacqueline Grady Smith Erik Drake John Burns Maria Dubuc Taja Dockendorf Melissa Martinelli Holly Long John Maggiore Kathleen O'Brien Nicolas McCoy Poorvi Patodia Maddie Conkey Heather Barry Whittier Cecilia Frerotte, CPA Denise Lambertson Naturally Network

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Naturally New England and go behind the scenes at Severance Foods, Inc. Foods, the co-packing powerhouse behind some of your favorite tortilla chip brands! 🌽✨ 📅 May 5, 2025 ⏰ 2:00 – 4:30 PM 📍 Hartford, CT $25 ticket includes: 🔍 A tour of the facility 🌮 A delicious tasting experience 🍹 A drink ticket + light bites at happy hour 🔥 Only 3 spots left—reserve yours here! https://lnkd.in/e4j-E-UA Karen Farrell Jean Lizotte Allison Houle Bob Burke Prabal Chaudhri Andrew Criezis Jeremy Halpern Kamaal Jarrett Jacqueline Grady Smith Erik Drake John Burns Maria Dubuc Taja Dockendorf Melissa Martinelli Holly Long John Maggiore Kathleen O'Brien Nicolas McCoy Poorvi Patodia Maddie Conkey Heather Barry Whittier Cecilia Frerotte, CPA Denise Lambertson Naturally Network

Shopping at your favorite small business isn’t just convenient—it’s powerful. 💥 Every purchase helps support a dream, a family, and a community. 💛 Unlike big box stores, small businesses pour heart and soul into every product, offering unique finds, personalized service, and local flavor you can't get anywhere else. 🌿 When you shop small, you’re voting with your dollars for creativity, sustainability, and real human connection. Your support keeps doors open, jobs local, and neighborhoods vibrant. So whether it’s your go-to coffee shop or a handmade goods boutique—show them some love. It truly makes a difference. 🙌 Karen Farrell Jean Lizotte Allison Houle Bob Burke Prabal Chaudhri Andrew Criezis Jeremy Halpern Kamaal Jarrett Jacqueline Grady Smith Erik Drake John Burns Maria Dubuc Taja Dockendorf Melissa Martinelli Holly Long John Maggiore Kathleen O'Brien Nicolas McCoy Poorvi Patodia Maddie Conkey Heather Barry Whittier Cecilia Frerotte, CPA Denise Lambertson Naturally Network

Leadership isn’t defined by job titles, corner offices, or positions at the top of the org chart—it’s about action, intention, and impact. True leadership shows up in everyday moments: offering support to a teammate, taking initiative on a project, asking thoughtful questions, or choosing to do what’s right even when it’s hard. You don’t need permission to lead. It starts with a willingness to step up, speak up, and show up fully. It’s about being someone others can count on—someone who inspires, listens, and leads by example. Whether you’re managing a team or just starting out, you have the power to influence, uplift, and make a difference. Leadership lives in how you treat others, how you respond to challenges, and how you carry yourself each day. Titles come and go—real leadership lasts.

Still Thinking About Showcasing Your Brand? There’s Time! 🚨 Apply now to be part of our Brand Showcase and share your product or service with retailers, investors, and fellow entrepreneurs at Naturally Rising! 🌿✨ 🎙️ Bonus: Ray Latif from BevNET’s Taste Radio will be onsite, interviewing showcasing founders for a chance to be featured on one of the CPG world’s most respected podcasts! Don’t miss the opportunity to share your story on a national stage. 🎟️ Showcasing is FREE for Naturally New England members + Farm Fresh RI affiliates, however event registration is required for all event attendees. 📅 Deadline: TODAY Tap this link to apply! https://lnkd.in/eat9guXm Karen Farrell Jean Lizotte Allison Houle Bob Burke Prabal Chaudhri Andrew Criezis Jeremy Halpern Kamaal Jarrett Jacqueline Grady Smith Erik Drake John Burns Maria Dubuc Taja Dockendorf Melissa Martinelli Holly Long John Maggiore Kathleen O'Brien Nicolas McCoy Poorvi Patodia Maddie Conkey Heather Barry Whittier Cecilia Frerotte, CPA Denise Lambertson Naturally Network

🌟 Meet Our Finalists + Their Mentors! 🌟 We're thrilled to introduce the five incredible founders selected from a highly competitive pool to pitch live at Naturally Rising New England! 🎤 Alex Strauch, Conza Crumbs Alison Elliot, Farmer Foodie® Kai Lim, Reprise Health Alex Yale, Uncle Todd's Holly Arbuckle, Singing Pastures These bold, innovative voices will take the stage to share their brand stories, big ideas, and vision for the future—all for a chance to win our $47,000+ prize package, including $5,000 in cash and a spot at the national Naturally Rising competition in Colorado. 🏆 Each finalist is paired with an experienced mentor—a leader in the natural CPG industry—who will help refine their pitch, strengthen their story, and boost their confidence heading into the big night. This is what community-powered growth looks like. 💪 🎟️ Get your early bird tickets by May 1st! Join us and be part of the excitement at the main event on May 22nd! Sign up here! 👉 https://lnkd.in/e32YrKaU Karen Farrell Jean Lizotte Allison Houle Bob Burke Prabal Chaudhri Andrew Criezis Jeremy Halpern Kamaal Jarrett Jacqueline Grady Smith Erik Drake John Burns Maria Dubuc Taja Dockendorf Melissa Martinelli Holly Long John Maggiore Kathleen O'Brien Nicolas McCoy Poorvi Patodia Maddie Conkey Heather Barry Whittier Cecilia Frerotte, CPA Denise Lambertson Naturally Network

Ready to Grow Globally? 🌍 Join us on April 21, 2025 | 1:00–2:00 PM ET for an exclusive virtual workshop: Unlock Global Growth: Leveraging USDA Funding & Resources for Food Export Success 🚀 Hosted by Naturally New England and FOOD EXPORT USA- NORTHEAST – Northeast, this session is packed with insights to help small food & beverage brands expand into international markets. 🌟 What you'll Learn: ✅ How to access USDA-backed resources ✅ Up to 50% reimbursement on international marketing expenses ✅ How to identify global prospects & connect with international buyers ✅ Expert tips to strengthen your export strategy Don’t miss this opportunity to scale your brand beyond borders! Register here👇 https://lnkd.in/eFzJfMeW Karen Farrell Jean Lizotte Allison Houle Bob Burke Prabal Chaudhri Andrew Criezis Jeremy Halpern Kamaal Jarrett Jacqueline Grady Smith Erik Drake John Burns Maria Dubuc Taja Dockendorf Melissa Martinelli Holly Long John Maggiore Kathleen O'Brien Nicolas McCoy Poorvi Patodia Maddie Conkey Heather Barry Whittier Cecilia Frerotte, CPA Denise Lambertson Naturally Network

The creative process is rarely a straight line—it’s a winding path full of highs, lows, and everything in between. Some days, ideas flow effortlessly and everything clicks. Other days, it feels like you’re stuck in the mud, questioning everything you’ve created. That’s normal. Creativity comes in waves, and it often requires patience, persistence, and trust in the process. The moments of doubt are just as important as the breakthroughs—they push you to dig deeper, rethink, and refine. So if you're in a low, keep going. The spark will return, and when it does, the struggle will have been worth it. Karen Farrell Jean Lizotte Allison Houle Bob Burke Prabal Chaudhri Andrew Criezis Jeremy Halpern Kamaal Jarrett Jacqueline Grady Smith Erik Drake John Burns Maria Dubuc Taja Dockendorf Melissa Martinelli Holly Long John Maggiore Kathleen O'Brien Nicolas McCoy Poorvi Patodia Maddie Conkey Heather Barry Whittier Cecilia Frerotte, CPA Denise Lambertson Naturally Network