BevNET CPG Media and :INCLUDED CPG are proud to share the three brands selected to attend BevNET Live Los Angeles (December 6–8) through our continued partnership.
This year’s participating :INCLUDED CPG beverage brands each bring a family tradition or a culture to the beverage aisle: West African craft sodas, Indian-inspired sparkling lemonade and functional root tonics based on Indonesia’s jamu tradition.
Participating Brands
ZZAI (Founder: Zainob Fashola)
West African craft sodas made with real cane sugar and no artificial ingredients. The four flavors are Chapman, Zobo, TamTam and Obì, each in a can with original artwork rooted in West African history and tradition.
Bollygood (Co-founders: Maxine Henderson and Alan Henderson)
The first and only Indian-inspired sparkling lemonade and limeade. It reimagines Nimbu Pani with ginger, turmeric, cardamom, cumin and mint, and it is Non-GMO Project Verified and certified minority- and woman-owned.
DrinkFolks (Founder: Tiffany Tang)
Super root juices inspired by jamu, Indonesia’s 1,300-year-old root tonic tradition. The Immunity and Gut Reset tonics are made with turmeric, ginger and galangal, and 3% of every sale goes to the FolksFund, which supports female farmers and producers across Southeast Asia.
Meet Them at BevNET Live
Through this collaboration, BevNET and :INCLUDED CPG help connect diverse founders to the full ecosystem of opportunity at BevNET Live. The event brings together hundreds of beverage founders, investors, retailers, distributors and service providers for meaningful conversations and hands-on learning.
At BevNET Live, participants have access to structured 1:1 meetings with retailers and investors, product sampling that drives exposure, and educational sessions on topics such as scaling strategy, fundraising, packaging and retail execution. The event also features the New Beverage Showdown, where early-stage brands can pitch, receive expert feedback and gain visibility across the industry.
For these founders and for every attendee, BevNET Live is a chance to meet decision-makers, exchange insights and build relationships that help drive growth long after the event ends.
Get Involved
To learn more about :INCLUDED’s mission or to become a member, visit includedcpg.com.
To learn more about BevNET Live, visit bevnetlive.com.
About :INCLUDED
:INCLUDED is a non-profit organization serving a diverse network of founders, industry leaders, and social impact champions. Our mission is to advance access, equity, and sustainable excellence in entrepreneurship, focusing on the consumer packaged food and beverage ecosystem.
:INCLUDED believes the collective impact of our advocacy will energize local economies, generate global innovation, and inspire resilient leaders of tomorrow, ultimately shaping a more vibrant and inclusive American experience.
About BevNET CPG Media
BevNET CPG Media is the leading network for food, beverage, and beer professionals — delivering trusted news, analysis, data, and events that shape the future of consumer packaged goods.