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Herbivore Botanicals - We bring you products that are safe, non-toxic, and highly effective. We believe in tangible results you can see and feel, and we believe in the power of nature to bring these results. Every ingredient that we include in our products is there for a specific therapeutic reason. We do not use fillers of any kind, meaning that almost every ingredient in our products is an “active” ingredient. This results in pure, highly concentrated, and effective formulas that are a rarity in the skincare and cosmetics world today. All of our formulas are original, created and tested by us, on real people — never on animals and always from scratch. All of our products have an emphasis on organic, high quality, and food-grade ingredients. Knowing that everything we put on our skin quickly absorbs into our bodies, we ethically source the finest raw natural materials the earth has to offer. With ingredients ranging from French pink clay to Brazilian gemstones, we formulate treatments that combine essential vitamins, minerals, and botanicals to restore skin to its optimum health and vitality. In addition to creating products that give you noticeable results, we also create our products with personal rejuvenation and a little indulgence in mind. We believe that daily bathing and skincare rituals should be enjoyable — a way to carve out some much-needed downtime in your hectic routine. From thoughtfully designed packaging and labels that really allow our ingredients to shine through, to intoxicating scents and luxurious textures, we truly want you to love your skincare and bathing routines. Founded by Julia Wills and Alexander Kummerow in 2011 in their Seattle kitchen.

Curlsmith is an award winning Vegan haircare line specifically developed for curly, wavy and dry hair. We now retail in over 1,200 Ulta Beauty stores in the USA and are Ultas leading curly haircare brand. Curlsmith has featured in Vogue, Glamour, Marie Claire, Shortlist and more. We have won Marie Claire, Pure Beauty and Cosmetics Design awards to name but a few. Our Vegan, Cruelty and chemical-free hair care products consistently achieve 5 Star reviews on Ulta.com and trusted retail sites. Our community are the faces of our brand. Curlsmith was co-created with curly girls, influencers and hair experts around the world. Still today, every formula is subjected to rigorous panel testing before launch, and our marketing content features real customers and real results using our products.

ZitSticka is a tech-meets-skincare brand with an innovative suite of products that addresses zits at each of their unique stages. Their first product, KILLA, harnesses microdart technology to deposit dermatologist-backed ingredients directly into the heart of a zit.

The Wholesome Bar is made with nourishing whole foods and cold-pressed to preserve the dynamic nutritional offering and naturally delicious taste. We create these fresh energy bars to support you on your daily adventures and help you live your best life—a whole life. A whole life is a life of meaningful routines with room for occasion—of gratifying efforts and authentic experiences. Sun salutations and moonlit walks. New summits with old friends. A whole life is the life we strive for—the sum of our healthy choices. It’s balanced, it’s real and it’s wholesome. Learn more at thewholesomebar.com

At MALK, we like to KEEP IT SIMPLE! From ingredient sourcing, to recipe and packaging design, we believe in transparency Our products are dairy-, gum-, filler-, gluten-, oilr-, GMO- and lactose-free. No carrageenan. No binders. No colors or sweeteners Mother Nature wouldn't recognize. Made with six ingredients or less and an abundance of organic nuts or oats in every bottle, using the whole nut or oat to retain all the nutrients without losing any of the flavor. They're easy to pronounce, easy to count and easy to love: MALK ingredients are certified organic whole foods sourced with care for you, your family and the environment.

Quinn isn’t “just another pretzel.” We’re the [insert favorite "irresistible" adjective] snack that’s filled with real ingredients, fanatical food ethics, and neurotic quality. Put even simpler, we make snacking better-er. Made from recognizable ingredients like root veggies and whole grains, there’s nothing weird in here- and nothing empty about these snacks except the bag when you’re done. As a Certified B Corporation (and self-certified ingredient nerds), we’re committed not just to delivering innovative snacks made from responsibly sourced ingredients, but to using business as a force for good. We know food system change is about progress, not perfection- and by sourcing a portion of our ingredients from regenerative farms, we play our part in creating a food system that nourishes and empowers people and the planet. But if you just love that Quinn is delicious? That’s great, too.

Chameleon Cold-Brew is one of the nation’s original purveyors of bottled cold brew coffee. Providing a one-of-a-kind, completely customizable coffee experience, Chameleon uses only certified organic, responsibly sourced coffee. Chameleon’s proprietary brewing process produces a super smooth, less acidic, highly caffeinated coffee that can be enjoyed hot or cold. The brand’s portfolio of organic coffee offerings includes five ready-to-drink cold-brew varieties, five cold-brew concentrates, kegs, cold-brew kits, whole bean coffee, three sparkling cold-brew varieties, and three cold-brew with dairy varieties. Chameleon products are currently available nationwide at Whole Foods, Target, Kroger, Safeway, and other authorized retailers, and online at Amazon.com, Amazon Fresh, Fresh Direct and chameleoncoffee.com. For more information, please visit chameleoncoffee.com or keep up with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

We believe that some of the best moments in life are spent around the table with the ones you love. At Birch Benders, we’re on a mission to bring people together, make your favorite foods better, and fill your days with stacks of fun! Our delicious, better-for-you portfolio of products includes just-add-water pancake & waffle mixes, frozen toaster waffles and microwaveable cups. We’re proud to offer innovative, differentiated products that cater to a wide variety of diets and lifestyles, from keto to paleo, gluten free to high protein. Find our products at over 12,000 retail locations nationwide, including Whole Foods, Kroger, Costco, Sprouts, Walmart, Safeway, and Publix.

Verdant Growth Partners (“VGP”) is an independent investment firm that backs growth-stage, profitable businesses at key inflection points across energy efficiency and the energy transition, and food and agriculture. Our mission is to support the scaling of resilient and profitable business through hands-on, value-added partnerships. We tailor our investments to support the specific needs of the business with a long-term focus.

The most trusted and followed resource in regenerative CPG. Our insights engine provides news, perspectives, and education on the world of regenerative CPG to brands, retailers, investors, and other food system stakeholders.

RuralWorks Partners is an impact investment firm that delivers much needed growth capital to rural businesses that are doing their part to protect our planet and generate community wealth and economic resilience. By investing in ready-to-scale rural businesses that create quality jobs and provide profitable solutions to the challenges of climate change, RuralWorks can deliver meaningful impact to both underserved rural communities and the environment. The firm focuses on rural communities where knowledge, networks, and capital can have an impact and unlock long-term value and drive economic growth. RuralWorks creates value by working with local stakeholders and community development enterprises supporting entrepreneurial ecosystems so local businesses can thrive. The RuralWorks team consists of exceptionally experienced investment and community development professionals that bring experience as investors, lenders, entrepreneurs, and operators in rural markets.

Galway Sustainable Credit (GSC) is a specialty finance company focused on sustainability projects that hold the promise of a better future for all. We invest in companies and projects that promote environmental and social resilience, ultimately building platforms that use resources more efficiently and sustainably. Bringing a creative and solutions-oriented approach to our investments, we share with our partners a sense of purpose toward accelerating energy transition and environmental sustainability as well as working toward economic inclusion and shared opportunity.

Herbivore Botanicals - We bring you products that are safe, non-toxic, and highly effective. We believe in tangible results you can see and feel, and we believe in the power of nature to bring these results. Every ingredient that we include in our products is there for a specific therapeutic reason. We do not use fillers of any kind, meaning that almost every ingredient in our products is an “active” ingredient. This results in pure, highly concentrated, and effective formulas that are a rarity in the skincare and cosmetics world today. All of our formulas are original, created and tested by us, on real people — never on animals and always from scratch. All of our products have an emphasis on organic, high quality, and food-grade ingredients. Knowing that everything we put on our skin quickly absorbs into our bodies, we ethically source the finest raw natural materials the earth has to offer. With ingredients ranging from French pink clay to Brazilian gemstones, we formulate treatments that combine essential vitamins, minerals, and botanicals to restore skin to its optimum health and vitality. In addition to creating products that give you noticeable results, we also create our products with personal rejuvenation and a little indulgence in mind. We believe that daily bathing and skincare rituals should be enjoyable — a way to carve out some much-needed downtime in your hectic routine. From thoughtfully designed packaging and labels that really allow our ingredients to shine through, to intoxicating scents and luxurious textures, we truly want you to love your skincare and bathing routines. Founded by Julia Wills and Alexander Kummerow in 2011 in their Seattle kitchen.