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 Los Angeles natural and consumer products ecosystem.
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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 2020, Naturally, Los Angeles is a nonprofit organization and affiliate of the Naturally Network which currently has branches in Boulder (the founding entity), Bay Area, Austin, Chicago, San Diego, North Bay and New York.
Our mission at Naturally Los Angeles is to stimulate conscious growth, foster sustainable and responsible entrepreneurship, and develop exceptional leaders while growing the Los Angeles natural and consumer products ecosystem.
We are the only collaborative community for natural CPG in Los Angeles – join us or support us!
Board Members
Rana Manzi, Executive Director, Naturally Los Angeles
Jeff Smaul, NLA Board Chair/Chief Creative Director, BeyondBrands
Roger B. Lee, NLA Board Secretary, Attorney at Stubbs, Alderton, & Markiles
Vanessa Dew, Co-Founder/CSO
Eugene Kang, CEO/Co-Founder at Country Archer Jerky
Christina Appleton, Appleton's Market
Mollie Cha, Co-Founder, Must Love
Andrew Chi, Co-Founder, Salivation Snackfoods
Michelle Dulake, Fera Pet Organics
Alexa M. Steinberg, Counsel at Greenberg Glusker LLP
Kaleigh Kemmerly, Senior Vice President, Hub International
Bruce Langer, President, Langer Juice Co.
Ahdee Abramson, Entrepreneur, Investor, and Mentor.
Luke Abbott, Founder & CEO, VDriven
Greg Fleishman, Founder | Operator | Board Director | Investor in Consumer Businesses that help the 🌎 thrive. Co-Founder & GP @Good Alpha
Active Founding Members
Marshall Lebovits, Asset Based Funding Solutions, Naturally LA Founding Chair
Tim Avila, System Bioscience