CPGrow is a virtual pitch competition dedicated to fostering innovation and supporting scaling consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands. At the heart of our mission is the belief that creativity, determination, and entrepreneurship are the driving forces behind growth. Through initiatives like the CPGrow 2024 pitch competition, we provide a platform for emerging CPG brands to showcase their groundbreaking products and growth stories.

On March 20, 2024, we hosted our first annual CPGrow pitch competition, bringing together five rapidly growing CPG brands for the chance to win $150,000 in no-cost inventory funding. Hosted by Sean De Clercq, our CEO and co-founder, CPGrow 2024 was a celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit that propels the CPG industry forward. Each brand had the opportunity to present their product and share their journeys with a panel of industry experts, followed by a five-minute Q&A session.

The competition’s panel of judges included CPG industry leaders Natalie Holloway, founder of BALA, Sumeet Shah from VHS Ventures, and Kelly Wojcik from REI Path Ahead Ventures. Together, they assessed the pitches and offered feedback and questions.

The winning brand walked away with $150,000 in no-cost inventory funding, along with a suite of grand prizes from our partners designed to accelerate their growth and valued at over $20,000.