Naturally San Diego Announces Winner of Its 5th Annual Naturally Rising Competition

San Diego, Calif. (April 25, 2025) – Naturally San Diego, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering growth and entrepreneurship among environmentally and socially-conscious CPG brands in San Diego County, is proud to announce the winner and awarded finalists of its Fifth Annual Naturally Rising Competition (formerly known as Pitch Slam):

• First Place Winner: Chasin’ Dreams Farm – Crunchy, corn-free ancient grain puffs made with U.S.-grown sorghum and avocado oil, completely non-GMO, gluten-free, and free from artificial ingredients.
• Runner-Up: Recoup Beverage – Organic prebiotic sparkling beverages crafted for gut-healthy hydration, made with prebiotic fiber, digestion-supporting ginger, and electrolyte-rich maple tree water.
• People’s Choice Award: Mooski Snacks – Chilled oat bars made with 100% pure olive oil for a soft, fresh texture, offering 5g of protein, only 6g of sugar, and delicious flavors for a cleaner, more satisfying snack.

“Winning the Naturally Rising Competition is a dream come true,” shared Sydney Chasin, Founder of Chasin’ Dreams Farm. “This recognition from Naturally San Diego and the broader community is a pivotal moment for us as we continue to grow and make an impact. We are thrilled to join the incredible legacy of past winners who have used this platform to propel their businesses forward.”

On the evening of April 24, five emerging brand finalists captivated a live audience and a panel of judges during a dynamic pitch event held at Building 177 (VESPER) in Liberty Station. Each entrepreneur showcased their brand’s innovation, purpose-driven mission, and market potential in a shark-tank-style competition.

Presented by Jimbo's...Naturally!, the event brought together more than 250 attendees from San Diego’s thriving natural products community, including founders, investors, industry professionals, and local enthusiasts. Guests enjoyed complimentary drinks, desserts, and product samples at brand booths, voted for the People’s Choice Award, and took home curated goodie bags filled with samples and offers from Naturally San Diego sponsors.

This year, Chasin’ Dreams Farm took home an array of prizes from the San Diego business community, including complimentary brand consultation, public relations support, and other tools designed to accelerate their growth and success.

About Naturally San Diego

Founded in 2019, Naturally San Diego is a nonprofit organization and affiliate of the Naturally Network, which currently has branches in 10 other cities across the US. Naturally San Diego’s mission is to stimulate conscious growth, foster sustainable and responsible entrepreneurship, and develop exceptional leaders while growing the San Diego natural and consumer products ecosystem. To fulfill this mission, the organization offers monthly networking, education, and social events for its members. Naturally San Diego is founded and run by local leaders within the local natural products community, like The Coconut Cult, Suja Life, Chosen Foods, Dr. Bronner's, Bitchin' Sauce, Perfect Snacks and more.