Kava Summit

Kava Summit is the premier leadership, policy, and industry forum operating under the KavaCon brand. While KavaCon serves as the world's largest celebration of kava culture, community, and innovation each May, Kava Summit brings together the visionaries, decision-makers, and professionals shaping the future of the kava industry.

Designed as a high-level gathering for business leaders, policymakers, researchers, healthcare professionals, growers, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, investors, and advocates, Kava Summit provides a collaborative environment where meaningful conversations become meaningful action.

The Summit focuses on advancing the industry through education, research, strategic partnerships, and responsible growth. Key areas of discussion include:

Public policy and legislative advocacy Regulatory and compliance updates Scientific and clinical research Consumer safety and quality standards Sustainable cultivation and ethical sourcing International trade and Pacific Island partnerships Banking, insurance, and payment processing Business development and investment opportunities Technology, artificial intelligence, and innovation Retail growth, hospitality, and market expansion Mental wellness and botanical education Industry collaboration and best practices

Kava Summit serves as the place where leaders gather to identify challenges, develop solutions, establish partnerships, and help shape the future of the global kava community.

As an official arm of KavaCon, the Summit complements the convention by creating a dedicated space for strategic dialogue and long-term industry advancement. Together, KavaCon and Kava Summit provide a complete ecosystem that celebrates the culture of kava while strengthening the businesses, organizations, and policies that support its continued growth.

Our Mission

To unite industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and advocates in advancing a responsible, innovative, and sustainable global kava industry through collaboration, education, and strategic leadership.

Our Vision

To become the world's most influential gathering for kava leadership, helping shape public policy, elevate scientific understanding, strengthen industry standards, and foster meaningful connections that benefit consumers, businesses, and communities around the world.

Held annually in conjunction with KavaCon each May, Kava Summit is where the future of the kava industry is imagined, discussed, and built.