Apply for Colorado’s Naturally Rising: The Conscious Business Pitch Competition

Naturally Rising is an annual pitch competition that elevates purpose-driven and emerging CPG brands and entrepreneurs who are building conscious, innovative, and impactful products and businesses. This event provides founders with an opportunity to pitch their business to a panel of industry experts, gain exposure, connect with potential partners, and compete for valuable resources to fuel growth.

About the Competition

Naturally Rising brings together early-stage founders from across the natural products and conscious business landscape in Colorado to showcase their ideas, share their stories, and compete for support that can help propel their business forward. The competition celebrates innovation, resilience, and values-based leadership, and highlights companies that are creating positive impact in their communities and industries.

Who Should Apply

We encourage applications from founders and co-founders who:

• Are leading early-stage companies with a natural products, sustainable goods, or conscious business focus

• Have a compelling business model and a strong vision for growth

• Are ready to articulate their impact, strategy, and future potential in a competitive pitch format

• Want to connect with peers, mentors, and industry leaders

Whether you are preparing for your first major pitch or looking to take your business to the next level, Naturally Rising offers a supportive platform to share your work and accelerate momentum.

What to Expect

Selected finalists will be invited to present live at the Naturally Rising: The Conscious Business Pitch Competitionevent, where they will:

• Deliver a live pitch to a panel of judges with deep experience in business, investment, and innovation

• Receive real-time feedback and insights

• Compete for prizes, mentorship, and visibility opportunities

• Connect with members of the Naturally Colorado community and broader industry partners

Finalists and attendees will also enjoy networking opportunities, community building, and inspiration from fellow purpose-driven founders.

Benefits of Participating

• Exposure to industry leaders and potential collaborators

• Constructive feedback from expert judges

• Opportunities for visibility within the natural products ecosystem

• A platform to elevate your brand story and mission

How to Apply

Visit the application form and complete your submission by the deadline. Be sure to tell your story clearly, demonstrate your impact, and share your vision for growth.

Apply here

Key Dates

• Application is open now

• Application Deadline: February 6th

• Pitch Competition Event: April 22, 2026, 4:30 PM MT