Connecting active investors and curated health and nutrition companies.
We facilitate and foster curated deal flow with a combination of events, unique databases, and year-round networking.
Our community includes:
Early stage and high-growth presenting companies representing all facets of the industry, including ingredient technologies, natural, organic and functional foods, foodtech, the microbiome, supplements, personal care and related technology solutions
Active health and nutrition focused investors (angel investors, family offices, venture capital, private equity, corporate investors, debt providers and others)
Selection Committee Members with industry expertise, many of whom are active angel investors
Engaged service provider sponsors
We work to elevate diverse founders along with dedicated content on diversity and inclusion at our events, providing a year-round community platform while fostering meaningful connections.
Our Events
All 2022 in-person events will have hybrid elements, giving our community the option to experience the event via our virtual platform.
Event formats may change given local health and safety guidelines.
- Upcoming Events
- Past Events
Fall Investor Meeting 2023
November | San Francisco, CA
Expo West Investor Kickoff & All-Star Pitch Showcase 2023
March 10 | Anaheim, CA
Spring Investor Meeting 2023
May 2-3 | New York, NY
Europe Investor Meeting 2023
June | Virtual Event
Natural Products Canada Investor Meeting
September 15 | Toronto, ON
Expo East Investor Kickoff 2023
September | Philadelphia, PA
The NCN Fall Investor Meeting of 2022 sparked lasting relationships for brands in the health and nutrition industry.
Watch the event recap to dive into this annual event in San Francisco, CA.
News
Recent Transactions in the Global Nutrition and Health & Wellness Industry
March 8, 2023
Cocoa-free chocolate raises $5.6M
London based WNWN is one of the newest brands in the alt movement. Using legumes, cereals, and other plant based ingredients…
February 24, 20223
IFF’s Flavor Speciality Ingredients business to sell for $220M
IFF has announced the planned sale of its Flavor Speciality Ingredients business to Exponent, a UK-based private equity firm, for $220 million cash proceeds.
February 8, 2023
Investors Dash to New Seltzer Brand
Dash water announced the completion of an £8.7 million funding round. The company makes zero-sugar, zero-calorie seltzer flavored with upcycled ‘wonky’ fruit and vegetables —as co-founder Alex Wright calls them
January 25, 2023
Beneo Sizzles a 14% stake in Grillido
Beneo recently announced that it is acquiring a 14% stake in meat replacement / alternative startup Grillido. The acquisition will give Beneo access to Grillido’s e-commerce platform for faster and direct access to consumer feedback.
Sponsors
Cornerstone Investors
