Accelerate your learning and build connections with SupplySide Fresh

A unique educational program, SupplySide Fresh is designed to equip newcomers in the natural products industry with essential knowledge, networking opportunities and skills.

Sonja Thompson, Community Content Manager

August 20, 2024

3 Min Read

At a Glance

  • SupplySide Fresh is a specialized program for newcomers to the natural products industry.
  • The program includes two courses: SupplySide Fresh Supplements and SupplySide Fresh Food & Beverage.
  • SupplySide Fresh helps participants stay current with industry trends such as clean labels and sustainability.

I was introduced to the natural products industry when I started working for Informa Markets in December 2022. But there was a lot to learn! I wished I had a resource that provided broad, foundational knowledge about the industry. And that was the flint that sparked my fire to create SupplySide Fresh, a unique program designed to empower newcomers in the natural products industry with the tools, insights and connections they need to succeed.

What is SupplySide Fresh?

SupplySide Fresh is a paid program that offers online educational sessions plus virtual and in-person networking opportunities for new people — or people in new roles — in the natural products industry. There are two courses: SupplySide Fresh Supplements and SupplySide Fresh Food & Beverage. Each course is designed to help newcomers in those sectors fast-track onboarding, navigate industry pain points and build a community.

Why you will love SupplySide Fresh

SupplySide Fresh is the first of its kind, and here are five reasons why you will love it:

  1. Devour a cornucopia of topics: The course curriculum was created based on feedback received from industry experts and newcomers alike. Topics include legal and regulatory, trends, important partnerships, supply chain, technology, business processes, trade shows, quality assurance and e-commerce, just to name a few.

  2. Learn from the best: SupplySide Fresh sessions were recorded by industry experts, who were newcomers once upon a time but are now sharing their knowledge and insights. They care about your success. When you thrive, so does the industry.

  3. Build your network: Who you know is just as important as what you know. SupplySide Fresh offers plenty of opportunities to meet and connect with industry leaders, potential mentors and peers who are on the same journey as you. These relationships can open doors, provide support and help you navigate your career in ways you might not have imagined.

  4. Tailor it to your needs: Whether you’re changing careers or stepping into your first role in the natural products industry, SupplySide Fresh meets you where you are. This program is self-led, meaning you can access the education sessions in any order (after completing Module 1, which contains the overview and code of conduct) and at your own pace. All live webinars will be recorded and available later on demand.

  5. Stay ahead of the curve: The natural products industry is constantly evolving. Consumers want clean labels, sustainable options and products that align with their values. SupplySide Fresh keeps you up to date on these trends and prepares you to be a forward-thinking player in the industry. You’ll learn about the latest innovations and how you can be part of the change that consumers are looking for.

Join today and start your journey

The natural products industry is a place where passion meets purpose. SupplySide Fresh can help you tap into that energy, giving you the skills and connections to not just keep up but lead the way. By enrolling in SupplySide Fresh, you’re setting yourself up for a future where you can make a real impact.

For more details, including pricing information and how to enroll, visit SupplySide Fresh. If you have additional questions about the program, please email Sonja Thompson.

Take the first step toward an exciting and rewarding career in the natural products industry. Join us at SupplySide Fresh, and let’s start this journey together.

About the Author

Sonja Thompson

Community Content Manager, SupplySide

Sonja Thompson is community content manager for SupplySide at Informa Markets.

She has 20-plus years' experience in content creation, strategy and community collaboration. Her passions include advocating and celebrating diversity, equity, accessibility, inclusion and innovative technology that's designed to help people and the planet.

For more about SupplySide Fresh, please contact Sonja Thompson.

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