The Calmer Co $1.6m placement Investor Presentation
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The Global Pioneer in
the Kava Industry
Placement to Support Strategic Growth
26 February 2026
(ASX: CCO)
“$8M revenue in FY25,
+86% YoY growth, and nearly 5X
growth in two years.
Q1FY26 $2.4m Record Quarter
December 26, $910k Record Month
The Calmer Co is pioneering the
global kava industry.”
More consumers
demanding
natural, effective
alternatives
MARKET OPPORTUNITY
Modern Social Health Impacts
37% of adults report
fatigue or feeling tired
because of stress.
43% report that stress
has caused them to lie awake at
night in the past month.
21% report feeling more
stressed when they don’t sleep
enough.
reduced
sleep
increased
stress
1/3 of 18-24yo
choosing not to drink at all.
59% of drinkers have
cut back on their alcohol
consumption in past
12months
42% outline a need
to live healthier and avoiding
drinking consequences
MARKET OPPORTUNITY
Why is Gen Z drinking less?
alcohol
impacts
social
alternative Gen Z more health-
conscious,
understand alcohol's
negative effects on
the body and mind
“The global kava root extract
market size reached USD 1.6
Billion in 2024. Looking
forward, IMARC Group expects
the market to reach USD 5.6
Billion by 2033, exhibiting a
growth rate (CAGR) of
14.11% during 2025-2033.”
Source: https://www.imarcgroup.com/kava-root-extract-market
Positioned within functional
relaxation, alcohol alternatives,
sleep aids
White space opportunity vs CBD,
alcohol-free beer, sleep
supplements
MARKET OPPORTUNITY
Sustained Global Growth
OUR SOLUTION
The Calmer Co. International Limited (ASX:CCO) is a fast-growing CPG company leveraging a
global opportunity in kava, a clinically proven alternative to alcohol and pharmaceuticals
that supports relaxation and sleep.
Our products are delivered to consumers globally through e-commerce channels and blue-
chip retail distribution partners, supported by a traceable and transparent farm to shelf
supply chain.
The product range includes drinking powders,
natural and flavoured kava shots, concentrates
and capsules, sold under the brands Fiji Kava,
Taki Mai and Danodan Hempworks in
markets including USA, Australia,
New Zealand, and
the Pacific Islands.
STRATEGIC PILLARS
Regional Sourcing
& Innovation
THE WORLD’S LEADING NATURAL RELAXATION COMPANY
- PACIFIC ISLAND
REGIONAL
SOURCING
- FIJI EXCELLENCE
IN QA & SERVICE
- CO2
EXTRACTION
- BLOCKCHAIN
TRACEABILITY
Direct to Consumer
Inc. Amazon
Profitable &
Scalable Retail
Wholesale (Bulk)
Ingredients
- AMAZON
USA & AU
- SALESFORCE
WEBSITES (FK,
TM and DN)
- HIGH-MARGIN,
HIGH-
AWARENESS DTC
FOCUS
- MAJOR RETAIL
- SUPPORTING
PHARMACY &
NUTRITION
- HIGH-EXPOSURE,
TRIAL & RESALE
TO MAINSTREAM
- AU & GLOBAL
- BEVERAGE & KAVA
SNACK BRANDS
- COMPLEMENTARY
MEDICINES
- CO-MANUFACTURE
& FLAVOUR HOUSES
- KAVA HOSPITALITY
Vs Q4,25
33%
Calmer Co Sets Sales Record in December - $910k
USA Finds Sales Traction Up 9%
New Sales Record in December
United States sales reached $1.01 million, representing a 9%
quarter-on-quarter increase, with the U.S. now contributing
51% of total group revenue.
Growth was driven by continued momentum on Amazon
alongside expansion of the wholesale channel
December 2025 delivered record monthly of revenue of
$910k the strongest result in the history of The Calmer Co.
The wholesale channel recorded its strongest monthly
revenue of $340k, with YTD wholesale revenues already
exceeding total FY25 annual sales in the first half of FY26.
$926k
Australian Sales
$1.01m
USA Sales
Vs Q4,25
9%
Vs Q1FY26
USA Finds Sales Traction
$2.01m
Q2 FY26 Total
Global Sales
Vs Q1FY 26
USA SALES PASS $1m AND 51% OF REVENUE
US sales increased 9% to $1.01m for the quarter, driven
primarily by strong performance on Amazon Marketplace.
The U.S. now accounts for 51% of group revenue and
continues to grow, with broad consumer adoption across
both e-commerce and wholesale channels underpinning our
U.S. growth trajectory
USA sales growth driven by expanding Amazon product
range including tinctures, capsules and flavoured kava shots
with the total wholesale channel increasing 15% QoQ to
$362,000 (Q1 FY26: $314,000).
Approximately 94% of wholesale revenue was generated in
the United States, reflecting the Company’s strategic focus
and execution in the world’s largest kava market
.
$387,000
$305,000
$775,000
$935,000
$1,010,000
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
$800,000
$900,000
$1,000,000
$1,100,000
Q2 FY25 Q3 FY25 Q4 FY25 Q1 FY26 Q2FY26
USA Sales
Q2 FY25 Q3 FY25 Q4 FY25 Q1 FY26 Q2FY26
RETAIL SALES UP 42% ON PCP
$525,000
$648,000
$684,000
$1,150,000
$743,000
$0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
Q2 2025 Q3 2025 Q4 2025 Q1 2026 Q2 2026
Retail Sales by Quarter
Q2 2025 Q3 2025 Q4 2025 Q1 2026 Q2 2026
Woolworths Pipeline Fill Q1FY26
Total retail sales were up 42% to $743k on prior
corresponding period (PCP).
Coles Synergy Data confirmed Fiji Kava® as a major
contributor to category growth, accounting for +33% of the
stress sub-category, with:
#1 ranked product: 150g Instant Kava
#3 ranked product: 50g Instant Kava
These results highlight strong brand leadership and growing
consumer acceptance within mainstream retail.
E-COMMERCE CONTINUES TO LEAD GROWTH
E-commerce remained the Group’s largest channel, generating $905,000 in
revenue and representing 45% of total Group sales, reinforcing its role as the
Company’s primary growth engine.
Quarter-on-quarter performance reflected normalisation following Q1
promotional activity, with underlying demand remaining strong and channel
economics intact.
Amazon USA continued to demonstrate resilience and scale, delivering $652,000
in revenue, up 2% QoQ, and maintaining its position as the Company’s single
largest marketplace.
Premium brand mix strengthened materially, with Taki Mai® now accounting for
up to 43% of Amazon revenue, compared to 7% in January 2025, highlighting
successful execution of the Company’s Pacific-sourced, provenance-led brand
strategy.
Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) revenue totalled $252,000, supported by ongoing
investment in advertising creative, content optimisation and conversion rate
improvements.
E-commerce positioned for renewed growth in Q3 FY26, underpinned by
enhanced creative performance, planned product range expansion across
powdered formats, and upcoming TGA-submitted product launches.
WHOLESALE STRONG GROWTH, UP 15%.
Wholesale revenue increased 15% quarter-on-quarter
to $362,000, representing 18% of total Group revenue.
Growth was driven by repeat orders from existing
water-extract customers, including IMCD, and multiple
U.S. resellers.
The quarter also included repeat commercial sale of
The Calmer Co.’s CO₂ extract to a U.S. beverage
partner, marking continued progress in the Company’s
higher-value B2B strategy and reinforcing confidence
in wholesale demand as production formats scale.
$362k
Wholesale
Revenue
15%
Vs Q1,26
0
50000
100000
150000
200000
250000
300000
350000
400000
Q3 FY25 Q4FY25 Q1FY26 Q2FY26
Wholesale Revenue
Q3 FY25 Q4FY25 Q1FY26 Q2FY26
USE OF FUNDS
Proceeds from the offer will be directed toward strategic
growth initiatives designed to scale the Company’s global
footprint and support its next phase of expansion. Funds
will primarily be used to build inventory capacity to
enable large-scale U.S. wholesale supply, alongside
targeted sales, distribution and marketing investment
across Amazon USA, direct-to-consumer channels, and
Australian retail. Additional proceeds will support general
working capital requirements and costs associated with
the offer, ensuring the business is appropriately
capitalised to execute its growth strategy while
maintaining operational flexibility and supply chain
resilience.
Inventory build to
support large-scale
U.S. wholesale supply
contracts
$900k
Sales & distribution
expansion and
marketing across
Amazon USA, DTC
Australian Retail
$300k
General working
capital
$300k
Costs associated with
the offer.
Growth Funding to support strategic
expansion
CCO CAPITAL STRUCTURE
Inventory build to
support large-scale
U.S. wholesale supply
contracts
$800k
General working
capital
$300k
Costs associated with
the offer.
CCO MANAGEMENT TEAM
Zane Yoshida, CEO Zane is a seasoned entrepreneur with expertise spanning R&D, commercialization, and strategic expansion. As
Founder & CEO, he pioneered the development of the world’s highest-quality kava, successfully launching the
FijiKava® and Taki Mai® brands globally. He previously co-founded and led sustainable packaging ventures Styrotex
and Biofiba, securing patents and international partnerships across Asia. Beyond business, Zane serves as President
of the Australia–Fiji Business Council and holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering, IT, and an MBA from QUT.
Pravinesh Lala, CFO Prav has a comprehensive career across logisitics, beverages (Red Bull) and agriculture (Nutrano) prior to joining
CCO. Prav holds a degree in Accounting and Finance and is a CPA (Australia).
Mathew Kowal, CCO Matt has extensive experience across FMCG over a 20+year career. He has previously worked with both Monster
Energy and Red Bull in the UK before scale beverage brands in Australia across retail and online channels. He holds a
degree in Physiology and Sports Science and a Masters in Commerce(Marketing) from UNSW.
Andy Burger,
Head of E-
commerce
Andy brings nearly two decades of experience at Amazon, along with vast expertise in digital strategies and
automation to scale e-commerce businesses. 19+ years of e-commerce experience with Amazon, digital strategy,
and marketplace growth. Successfully scaled multiple e-commerce companies through AI-driven marketplace
strategies. Led successful business exits through acquisitions, including roles at OeP (sold to Acosta) and
IdeoClick.
Ui Tavo, GM Fiji A Fiji citizen, Ui comes with a strong background in beverage manufacturing in the South Pacific over 20+ years. He
hold a degree in Science (Chemistry) and an MBA from the University of the South Pacific.
CCO BOARD
James S Tonkin James is a 40 year veteran, is a private sector brand marketing and beverage development professional who has
designed and implemented national infrastructure for his clients in the food and beverage industry. In the last 15
years, Tonkin has promoted brand and marketing programs for many clients in the bottled water and functional
food/beverage industries. His expertise spans the gamut from domestic cheese to potato chips, fortified pet waters
to nutraceutical functional and enhanced beverages.
Griffon Emose A Fiji citizen, Griffon is the Managing Director of Kontiki Capital. He was previously the Manager Public Awareness &
Investor Education at the Capital Markets Development Authority. He is licensed by the RBF as an Investment Adviser
Representative and serves as a Director of the South Pacific Stock Exchange and on several other Boards. Griffon
graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Auckland. He is a member of the CFA Institute and
earned the CFA Charter in 2005.
Zane Yoshida,
Managing Director
Zane is a seasoned entrepreneur with expertise spanning R&D, commercialization, and strategic expansion. As
Founder & CEO, he pioneered the development of the world’s highest-quality kava, successfully launching the
FijiKava® and Taki Mai® brands globally. He previously co-founded and led sustainable packaging ventures Styrotex
and Biofiba, securing patents and international partnerships across Asia. Beyond business, Zane serves as President
of the Australia–Fiji Business Council and holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering, IT, and an MBA from QUT.
THE CALMER Co. IS A GLOBAL GROWTH
STORY
The Company has established a scalable, vertically integrated
platform across sourcing, manufacturing and multi-channel
distribution, with proven demand across Amazon USA, direct-to-
consumer and Australian retail. Recent periods have been
characterised by disciplined operational execution, improved
earnings quality and a deliberate focus on margin and cash
efficiency while maintaining revenue momentum. With supply chain
capacity in place, expanding inventory coverage and growing traction
in higher-margin channels, the business is well positioned to scale
U.S. wholesale distribution and accelerate brand-led growth. The
next phase is focused on converting this foundation into sustained,
profitable growth through expanded distribution, targeted
marketing investment and continued cost discipline.
Zane Yoshida
Founder & CEO
The Calmer Co
Investor Relation Contact:
Zane Yoshida
investors@thecalmerco.com
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