Denver Grocery Run with Leevers Locavore - May 2026

Denver: we're hosting a Grocery Run at Leevers Locavore, Denver's finest independent retailer!

Join us for brand sampling (apply below, tables are granted by application only), networking with your favorite CPG community, and VIP guests galore.

There will be buyer introductions and networking – come meet the buyer on your list! Even if you aren’t sampling, bring product with you to show buyers! Sample packets/trial sizes and backpack sampling highly encouraged.

We’ll have food and refreshments available!

• Sarah Reynolds - Store Director @ Leevers Locavore
• Chris Epp - Marketing Manager @ Leevers Locavore
• Caitlin Bricker - Managing Editor @ Startup CPG

Here are the brands sampling at this event:

• Act Bar is an upcycled protein bar fighting food waste and helping feed communities by donating ½ pound of fresh produce with every bar sold.
• Apéritif Health wants you to meet your new night-out ritual - inspired by the European apéritif, this plant-powered supplement protects your liver and hydrates your system for a seamless recovery the next morning.
• Bai Wei is a modern comfort food brand that brings heritage flavors to life with elevated, thoughtfully crafted noodles designed for everyday indulgence.
• Big Dog Sauce is an all natural gluten-Free sauce company, specializing in BBQ sauces, rubs and all new freeze dried sauces.
• Boostcous makes protein (and fiber) packed couscous.
• Bowl & Kettle makes small-batch freeze-dried meals with real ingredients and big, comforting flavor, so eating well is easy wherever you are.
• Chico’s mission is to make a coffee alternative that actually tastes good. No caffeine, no jitters, no crashes. Just a satisfying daily ritual, hot or iced, that delivers comfort and flavor without the usual tradeoffs.
• Daddy’s Homemade is a Colorado-made, clean-label syrup brand crafted with simple ingredients, bold flavors, and unmatched versatility across coffee, breakfast, cocktails, and baking—while pouring love forward into our local community.
• Fable Fish is a next-generation protein brand delivering truly wild, traceable, nutrient-dense Alaskan seafood to modern shelves through bold snacks and frozen staples that expands how America eats wild food.
• Genuine Pueblo is celebrating the Pueblo Chile and the unique sun, soil and water of Pueblo.
• I Love HeartBeets produces vegan and vegetarian products utilizing organic, locally-sourced ingredients.
• Iris + Arlo brings non-toxic, sustainable period care to shelf, meeting modern consumer demand while creating meaningful impact.
• Joe’y is your new favorite cup of pick-me-up: a deliciously roasted coffee alternative, powered by 12 farm-sourced superfoods, that gives you lasting energy with less caffeine (and no coffee included!)
• Lemmu Superfood makes all purpose Persian inspired sauces, a delicious shortcut to for everyday meals.
• Lewie is elevating smile care for for the beauty and wellness focused consumer.
• Mushy Bars makes high-dose mushroom chocolate that supports your brain, body, and bedtime—without the fluff.
• Nout is an Asian-inspired nut butter brand built on the belief that food should nourish the body without sacrificing flavor.
• Once Wild creates verified regenerative organ meat pet treats.
• OSIA makes beverages designed to elevate your mood.
• Pezzy Pets turns invasive species into unique, healthy treats that pets love.
• Pan’s makes asian-inspired shiitake mushroom snacks with a delicious umami flavor, satisfying chew, and packed with natural fiber.
• RIP Cold Brew is capturing the Gen-Z cold brew market by delivering a fresh take on cold brew and encouraging consumers to replace their energy drink with a side of inspiration to “Reap Infinite Potential” each day.
• SAM+LEO makes clean, vegan gummy vitamins designed for teens and families to support stress, energy, immunity, and everyday wellness.
• Scarpello’s delivers artisan, extra virgin olive oil–rich dough balls that make restaurant-quality focaccia, pizza and bread effortless at home—no skill required.
• Short Story makes simple electrolyte mixes with recognizable ingredients for everyday hydration.
• Tad's Dad's Chili makes ready-to-eat chili in a jar; vegan, gluten-free, made with fire-roasted tomatoes, fresh onions, black beans, and beautiful spices.
• Turchetti's Meats makes bold, chef-driven salami that stands out on shelf and delivers real flavor beyond commodity charcuterie.
• VYV Hydration is a lightly sparkling, low-sugar electrolyte drink with real juice and 5g prebiotic fiber, designed to fuse performance hydration with functional wellness.
• Yah Yah Yah™ is a premium ready-to-drink latte brand inspired by Middle Eastern coffee rituals, crafted with organic honey and Real California Milk to deliver bold, clean-label flavor rooted in culture and connection.
• Zeus Bakery makes soft, fluffy Greek pita rooted in family baking tradition, built for tearing, dipping, and sharing.
  

More brands coming soon!

Want to sample at this event? Apply here!

Space is limited! You must apply to sample. A ticket to the event does NOT grant you a sampling table.

About

Burst Management is a family-run national brokerage with a strong focus on emerging brands. Recently recognized as the 2025 Natural Broker of the Year, our model is intentionally hands on: each sales manager works with only five brands at a time, allowing us to provide dedicated attention, consistent communication, and strategic sales support. Our goal isn’t just to get products on shelf, but to ensure they stay there and continue to grow.

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Leevers Locavore stems from a family-run company with 80 years in the food industry. Leevers Supermarkets was founded by Norm Leevers, who opened his first store in 1938 in Devil’s Lake, North Dakota. The Leevers team opened its first Colorado location in 1983 and has embraced numerous store formats and concepts over the years from Leevers Foods in Boulder to Colorado Ranch Market and Save-A-Lot. By learning to adapt to the changing grocery environments over the years, Leevers has thrived by being responsive to ever-changing customer needs.

When Denver’s Northside neighborhood was in need of local and fresh options at a value, the Leevers team answered the call and is excited to unveil their next innovative new concept.

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