The beverage industry is experiencing both intense competition and bold innovation, and the ability to connect with the right people at the right time has never been more valuable. That’s why BevNET Live L.A. 2025 is expanding its highly regarded structured networking program to now include 1:1 meetings with active investors and seasoned operators.
This evolution is about more than face time, it’s about creating a targeted environment for high-impact conversations that accelerate decision-making, strategy, and growth.
“We’re constantly looking for ways to innovate BevNET Live and deliver even more value to the community,” said John Craven, BevNET CEO. “Adding investors and veteran operators to our 1:1 networking program gives attendees access to perspectives and connections that can directly shape their next phase of growth.”
Meaningful Connections Start Here
We heard from beverage executives navigating today’s volatile retail landscape, evolving distribution models, and shifting investor dynamics that a quick hallway chat isn’t enough. What’s needed are conversations that are:
- Intentional: 10-minute, private, face-to-face meetings where both sides show up prepared
- Curated: Matches based on goals, business stage, and mutual fit
- Action-Oriented: Come with your questions, challenges, or pitch — leave with perspective, leads, or a warm follow-up
Whether you’re looking to raise capital, prepare for national distribution, assess your supply chain, or unlock new retail relationships, these meetings offer fast access to seasoned decision-makers who’ve been there before and may want to go there with you.
See What’s New for L.A. 2025
BevNET Live’s expanded experience will now include:
- 1:1 Investor Meetings: Meet with venture firms, strategic investors, and angels active in beverage
- Veteran Operator Sessions: Gain advice from founders and operators who’ve built, scaled, and sold
- Retailer & Buyer Conversations: Maintain our core offering of market access for growing brands
These structured 1:1 meetings run during both days of the event in a dedicated space. You select who you want to meet with, submit a request, and if approved, prepare and show up for a focused 10-minute conversation.
Who Can Participate?
This opportunity is available exclusively to registered BevNET Live attendees. Early registrants will receive first access to sign up forms and space is limited.
These meetings are request-only, and participation is at the discretion of the host, ensuring conversations are tailored, relevant, and high-value for both parties.
👉 Register for BevNET Live L.A. 2025 (Dec 7–9, Marina del Rey)
Interested in hosting a meeting as an industry mentor? Fill out this form.
About BevNET Live
BevNET Live is the beverage industry’s leading strategy and networking event for founders, operators, retailers, investors, and service providers. Through editorial-led programming, the celebrated New Beverage Showdown, and now expanded 1:1 networking, BevNET Live is where the next generation of brands makes its mark.