Upcoming Events

Morning Meetup: Fall Nature Hike

Fri 13 Nov, 2026 8:00 - 9:30ish AM MT

Keep, Kill or Try: Finance Tools Edition

Tue 17 Nov, 2026 3:00 - 4:30 pm MT

Solving the Internal Versus External Production Conundrum

Wed 18 Nov, 2026 3:30 - 5:00 pm MT

Supporting Retail Growth with AI: Practical Workflows for Consumer Teams

Thu 19 Nov, 2026 4:00 - 5:30 pm MT

Women in CPG Coffee Chat: Gratitude Without the Gloss

Fri 20 Nov, 2026 8:00 - 8:50 am MT

Marketing in the CPG Space – what to prioritize and why

Fri 20 Nov, 2026 11:30 - 1:00 pm MT

Find the Sales You’re Missing: Turn Retail Data Into Revenue

Wed 2 Dec, 2026 4:00 - 5:30 pm MT

Naturally Colorado Networking Collision: Volunteer Appreciation

Fri 4 Dec, 2026 5:00 - 8:00 pm MT

Democracy Decoded at the Alliance Center

Wed 9 Dec, 2026 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm MT

Naturally Colorado December Member and Partner Orientation

Fri 11 Dec, 2026 12:00 - 1:00 pm MT

The Rise of the Insurgent Brand — Why Small Brands Are Winning Attention, Culture, and Market Share

Fri 11 Dec, 2026 9:00 - 10:30 am MT

The Gathering: A Colorado Food & Agriculture Summit and Marketplace

Sat 20 Feb, 2027 Education Session: 11:00 - 1:00 pm MT and Marketplace: 1:00 - 5:00 pm MT

The Gathering: Marketplace Exhibitor Registration

Sat 20 Feb, 2027 1:00 - 5:00 pm MT
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Behind the Brand

To celebrate 20 years of impact, we’re spotlighting standout brands and leaders who represent the heart of our community. From local startups to national pioneers, each story showcases the power of purpose and possibility.

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Behind the Brand: The House of Botanicals

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Behind the Brand: Horizon Verjus

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Behind the Brand: Montanya Distillers

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Behind the Brand: Morning Lover

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Behind the Brand: Avita Gourmet Sipping Chocolate

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Visionary Changemakers

Our community thrives because of the visionaries who dared to do things differently – founders, mentors, advocates and trailblazers who’ve shaped the industry and inspired generations. Learn more about the story of Naturally Colorado and the changemakers driving its mission forward.

What Our Members Say

The Naturally Boulder community was vital to scaling the Justin’s organization and with the expansion to Naturally Colorado I’m looking forward to seeing how many other companies and people can benefit from this valuable network.

~ Justin Gold, founder of Justin’s Nut Butter

Naturally Colorado opens the opportunity to broaden the reach and impact of the natural and organic products community throughout the entire state of Colorado. This will allow the organization to leverage its strong foundation and success in Boulder to inspire and support more brands across diverse regions and sectors.​

~ Mark Retzloff, founder of Naturally Boulder and board advisor for Naturally Colorado

The expansion of Naturally Boulder into Naturally Colorado is a pivotal moment for the natural and organic products community. As someone who has witnessed firsthand the innovation and passion that fuels this industry, I can confidently say that this growth will unlock tremendous opportunities.

~ TJ McIntyre – CEO, BOBO’S

From Naturally Boulder’s founding and through my time on the Board, our presence always extended well beyond Boulder. Naturally Colorado is a perfect evolution of our original mission and perfect for the amazing set of entrepreneurial communities across our great state

~ Doug Radi – President, Sweet Loren’s

Amazing community to connect with whether you are in natural food or not. As a cofounder in the industry I have benefited from the immense amount of wisdom they have. I love the events and all the help I have received.

~ Charlie Stewart, Green Belly Foods

It’s an understatement to say it’s worth every penny. We are deeply fortunate to have access to the experience and community that Naturally Colorado provides. Thank you for everyone’s hard work and all the support you’re providing.

~ Cherie Strain, Pee Cloths for Women

I love the way they support us local USDA certified organic growers! We have been members for years! Great resource!

~ Lily Morgan, Lily Farm Fresh Skin Care

How lucky are we to have such an incredible organization and group of people who are so supportive and encouraging for us small startups!!

~ Jamie Leigh

You all have built and fostered an incredibly supportive community for brands, and the awesome people behind them, to take part in. Our top hats are off to you for your dedication to helping great brands get their footing and thrive.

~ Ben F. & Stacy M., Cappello’s

Naturally Colorado is terrific at creating awareness of sponsors to the general membership. I highly recommend sponsorship to any business looking to grow in the natural products world.

~ Doug Draper, Acme Distribution Centers
  • The Good We Are Growing Together!⁠ ⁠ Our Q3 2026 Impact Report is here, and it's all about the power of community and collaboration!⁠ ⁠ This quarter was filled with meaningful connections, shared knowledge and opportunities to help Colorado's natural and organic businesses thrive.⁠ ⁠ A few highlights:⁠ ⁠ 140 community members gathered at our inaugural Farm Dinner bringing together community members and supporters for an unforgettable evening celebrating Colorado's food community.⁠ 14 emerging brands gained hands-on retail and distribution insights through our Retail Launch Lab mentorship program.⁠ ⁠ Our Networking Collisions, Women in CPG gatherings and industry Forums continued bringing people together to learn, connect and support one another.⁠ ⁠ Durango-based member Pact Minis earned national recognition at Hy-Vee's Opportunity Supplier Impact Summit!⁠ ⁠ Behind every number is a story of people showing up, sharing expertise and helping each other succeed.⁠ ⁠ Thank you to our members, sponsors, partners and volunteers who make this impact possible.⁠ ⁠ As we look ahead, we're excited to build on this momentum and bring even more of Colorado's food ecosystem together, from farms and makers to manufacturers, retailers and community partners.⁠ ⁠ Explore our Q3 Impact Report and see the good we're growing together! ⁠ ⁠ https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yRDgxLV9Hx55H6U2oTOCRu1SKH0QXtLm/view?usp=drive_link ⁠ ⁠ #NaturallyColorado #CommunityImpact #ColoradoFood #BetterTogether⁠
  • What an energizing day with our Naturally Colorado Board of Directors!⁠ ⁠ We came together for our annual board retreat to reflect on our progress, plan for 2027 and explore how Naturally Colorado can play a bigger role in connecting and strengthening Colorado's food economy.⁠ ⁠ One of our biggest initiatives for 2027 is The Gathering: A Colorado Food & Agriculture Summit + Marketplace, happening February 20!⁠ ⁠ Where Colorado's Food Future Comes Together⁠ ⁠ Our thought leadership summit, Better Together: The Power of Radical Collaboration, will bring together leaders across agriculture, food brands, manufacturing, retail and community organizations to explore what we can accomplish when we work together.⁠ ⁠ We're excited to bring the right people to the table, spark meaningful conversations and create opportunities for collaboration.⁠ ⁠ A huge thank you to our incredible board for your leadership, energy and commitment to what's next for Naturally Colorado. We're building something special together!⁠ ⁠ Learn more about The Gathering:⁠ ⁠ https://www.naturallycolorado.org/event/the-gathering-a-colorado-food-agriculture-summit-and-marketplace/⁠ ⁠ #NaturallyColorado #TheGathering #ColoradoFood #RadicalCollaboration
  • How do you know when it’s time to manufacture in-house versus partnering with a co-manufacturer?⁠ ⁠ Join Naturally Colorado’s Operations Forum on November 18 for a practical, peer-led discussion exploring one of the biggest decisions food and beverage brands face as they scale: internal versus external production.⁠ ⁠ Featuring Scott Donnel, SVP of Operations, with more than 35 years of experience across leading food companies, this roundtable will dig into the tradeoffs of each approach. Explore the costs that are often overlooked in co-manufacturing, what to look for in a strong co-man agreement, and how to maintain quality and control when working with an external partner.⁠ ⁠ Facilitated by Andy Severance and Rob Streight, the Operations Forum brings together brand operators, supply chain partners, and industry experts to share real-world challenges, practical insights, and solutions that strengthen operational systems.⁠ ⁠ Wednesday, November 18 | 3:30–5:00 PM MT⁠ KeHE Innovation & Growth Office | Boulder, CO⁠ Members-only | $25 per session⁠ ⁠ Join the conversation and strengthen your operational foundation. Register through the link in our bio.⁠ ⁠ #NaturallyConnected #OperationsForum #ColoradoCPG #FoodAndBeverage #SupplyChain #CPGOperations
  • We love supporting Colorado entrepreneurs!⁠ ⁠ Naturally Colorado’s Executive Director, Kristine Carey, was honored to serve as a judge for the Colorado Department of Agriculture’s Colorado Proud Pitch Competition, celebrating the culmination of its Tradeshow Success Workshop Series.⁠ ⁠ Colorado-based businesses presented their strategies for trade show success, competing for $3,000 and $2,000 grants to help bring their brands to new markets.⁠ ⁠ Congratulations to Wassail on taking first place and GroAway on earning second place!⁠ ⁠ We’re proud to see organizations like the Colorado Department of Agriculture creating opportunities for local businesses to build connections, expand their reach, and grow.⁠ ⁠ #NaturallyColorado #ColoradoProud #ColoradoAgriculture #ColoradoEntrepreneurs #CPGCommunity

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