We’re building a more sustainable future.
Our goal is simple: support the CPG leaders of tomorrow.
Our mission is to stimulate conscious growth, foster sustainable and responsible entrepreneurship, and develop exceptional leaders while growing the Central Texas natural and consumer products ecosystem.
Join us
Naturally Austin Board Members
Karin Samelson, Co-Founder @ UMAI Marketing
Alison Smith, Co-Founder @ UMAI Marketing
Albert Swantner, Co-Founder @ NamelessCPG
Eric Mangan, VP Foodservice Sales @ Spindrift Beverage Co
Jordan Thome, CPA, Senior Manager @ RSM US LLP
Caroline Freedman, Marketing Leader @ Whole Foods Market
Crystal Reynolds, Sr Relationship Manager/VP Commercial Banking @ Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Max Kabat Brand Fixer @ goodDog Local Journalism Builder @ Big Bend Sentinel
Kelly Stockdale, Principle Category Merchant @ Whole Foods
Lydia Suazo, Senior Account Executive @ McCormick FONA
Daniel Thompson, VP of Sales @ Yellowbird Foods
Alexandra Hickey, VP Whole Foods Team @ CA Fortune
Preston Simon, VP Sales Away from Home @ Generous Brands
What we do
We’re not just another trade organization, we want to make dramatic changes in our CPG ecosystem and provide networking, education and resources for our members to illuminate a path for sustainable growth and ongoing success.
Our Values:
Cultivating an inclusive community
Maintaining transparency with all stakeholders
Empowering members and staff
Cultivating a continual curiosity
Remaining focused on collaboration
Fostering creativity and the entrepreneurial spirit
Building all aspects of the organization with goal of creating health & harmony between people & the planet, while maintaining healthy bottom line
Our Story
Founded in 2019, Naturally Austin is a nonprofit organization and affiliate of the Naturally Network which currently has branches in Boulder (the founding entity), Bay Area, Chicago, San Diego, North Bay and New York. Our mission at Naturally Austin is to stimulate conscious growth, foster sustainable and responsible entrepreneurship, and develop exceptional leaders while growing the Central Texas natural and consumer products ecosystem. We are the only collaborative community for natural CPG in Austin – join us or support us!
