In the third episode of The Natural List, we continue the conversation around sustainable innovations. But this time around we are scrapping the usual format and turning the whole episode into an extended segment of "The List" to talk about our favorite brands and products from the NEXTY Awards. We are joined by members of the New Hope Network team and judging committee for a behind-the-scenes look at evaluating some of this year’s most exciting and impactful NEXTY winners.

Natural Products Expo West is a confluence of the world’s top CPG changemakers and thought leaders, which comprise the nearly $300 billion natural products industry. Every year, the tradeshow’s State of Natural and Organic keynote unveils the latest industry data and key insights driving future growth. In this episode of The Natural List, New Hope Network’s SVP and Market Leader Carlotta Mast shares top takeaways from the session and hosts Jessica Rubino and Adrienne Smith identify the “big idea” companies playing a critical role in the industry’s transformation.

Join the New Hope Network team and industry guests as they share the most compelling and (sometimes off the wall) innovations that are primed to transform the CPG industry and support a global shift toward healthier, more sustainable living.  

In this episode, we’ll discuss how New Hope Network looks at innovation: Not just what makes its way onto store shelves, but also what happens behind the scenes to ensure companies use business as a force for good. We also talk with Holly Adrien of The Kroger Co. and Emily Kanter of Cambridge Naturals about how brands can partner with retailers to elevate their innovations. And in a segment called The List, we highlight our favorite industry-shaping products, companies and ideas.